Tokyo Kintsugi Pottery Repair Workshop in Shibuya

Kintsugi workshop in Shibuya where you repair your own crockery with an experienced teacher in a small, personalized class.

Getting started

Begin your Kintsugi repair workshop class in Shibuya by checking in and meeting your instructor, who is experienced in both traditional and modern Kintsugi techniques. After a brief introduction to the process, you choose your own piece of crockery to repair and are shown to your workspace. Class size is kept to a maximum of 6 students for a personalized experience.

What to expect

Kintsugi Workshop Class in Shibuya, Tokyo with mon cadeau

In this hands-on Kintsugi repair workshop class, you explore the serenity and depth of Japanese culture through the art of joining broken pottery with visible repair lines. You work step by step on your chosen piece, transforming it into a special souvenir to take home.

Features

• The focus is on Kintsugi as a way to experience the serenity and depth of Japanese culture, with guidance that highlights how visible repair can bring new character to a once-broken item. You finish with a restored piece that reflects both the technique and your own choices.
• Throughout the session, you receive personal hands-on guidance from an experienced teacher, who supports you at each restoration stage and shares insights from traditional and modern Kintsugi techniques.
• All materials needed for the repair are provided for you at your workstation, so you can focus entirely on the restoration process without bringing any tools or supplies.
• During a break in the workshop, you are served matcha tea and seasonal Japanese sweets, adding a quiet moment of Japanese hospitality alongside your creative work.
• A worksheet to assist with the restoration process is included, giving you a clear sequence to follow and a reference you can keep for future practice at home.
• At the end of the class, you place your restored piece in a dedicated gift box, making it easy to carry and present as a meaningful keepsake or gift.
• All fees and taxes are included in the experience price, so there are no additional payments required on the day.