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Kintsugi, Makie or Gold Leaf Pasting Workshop in Nihonbashi Tokyo

Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$140.49
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Immerse yourself in the charm of traditional crafts at Nihonbashi Mutoh Main Store, a shop with a history of 100 years. Established in 1923, this renowed store specializes in high-quality lacquerware and glassware, searving department stores as its primary clientele.

At Nihonbashi mutoh, you can experience the art of Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese technique of repairing broken pottery with gold. In addition to kintsugi, we offer hands-on experiences in Maki-e (gold lacquer painting) and Gold Leaf Pasting.Why not create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece and take it home as a souvenir from Japan?

・Kintsugi: The Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold.
・Maki-e: A traditional lacquer technique where designs are painted with lacquer and decorated with gold or silver powder.
・Gold Leaf Pasting: An experience where you can apply gold leaf from Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, to your choice of tableware or chopsticks.

Discover the beauty of Japan’s traditional crafts!

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Kintsugi
Kintsugi: The Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Admission to Kintsugi, Maki-e or Gold Leaf Pasting Experience for 90 minutes
  • All necessary materials
  • An English-speaking instructor
  • A plate used in the experience (available to bring home)
  • Foods and beverages
  • Personal expenses

Meeting point
Please come directly to Nihonbashi Mutoh Main Store.
Return details
Please come directly to Nihonbashi Mutoh Main Store.

  • Nihonbashi
    At Nihonbashi Mutoh Main Store, you can experience traditional Japanese arts such as Kintsugi, Maki-e, and Gold Leaf Pasting. In the Kintsugi workshop, learn the technique of repairing broken pottery with gold, using exquisite Arita ware, renowned for its 400-year history. Maki-e offers a chance to create beautiful designs with lacquer and gold or silver powder. Gold Leaf Pasting lets you apply gold leaf from Kanazawa to your choice of tableware or chopsticks. These hands-on experiences allow you to create unique masterpieces and take home a memorable souvenir from Japan.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear clothes that can be soiled.
  • After Kintsugi work, bring it home and dry it indoors for about 1 week.
  • Hand wash only with dishwashing detergent.
  • No mIcrowave and no dishwasher, please.
  • Please use it for decoration, not for eating or drinking.
  • Please note that the workshop may be conducted alongside regular customers.
  • These 3 experiences are available for participants aged 13 and older.
  • You are welcome to bring your own ceramic or porcelain item (up to approx. φ15 cm × H15 cm, with 1–2 broken parts) for the kintsugi experience.
  • Please note that no refunds will be issued if you do not participate in the experience on the scheduled day.
  • If you arrive late, the experience will still end at the originally scheduled time.
  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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    Kintsugi, Makie or Gold Leaf Pasting Workshop in Nihonbashi Tokyo

    Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
    $140.49
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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