Experience the timeless art of Kintsugi in a tranquil Asakusa studio just minutes from Senso ji Temple. Under the guidance of a skilled local artisan, you’ll learn how to mend broken pottery using traditional urushi lacquer and real gold powder—the centuries-old technique that celebrates imperfections rather than hiding them.
Begin by assembling the ceramic pieces, applying lacquer with precision, and brushing gold along the natural lines of the cracks. As you work, your instructor shares the philosophy behind Kintsugi, where repair becomes a form of renewal and beauty.
Set in one of Tokyo’s most historic districts, this hands-on workshop offers a peaceful moment of creativity and cultural insight. You’ll leave with your own golden-repaired ceramic piece, a unique and meaningful souvenir from Asakusa.