What is Kintsugi?

Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese repair method incorporating the use of metals such as gold and silver to mend the cracks of broken items.

The technique has been in practice since the 1300s and focuses on finding beauty in imperfections.

In this workshop, you are invited to experience kintsugi for yourself, mending the broken into something beautiful.

Using seaglass from the nearby Takeno Beach, stones, and gems, create your own unique pair of kintsugi earrings to commemorate your trip!

Note: Instead of the traditional lacquer, glue will be used to mend the pieces together. Metal powder is sprinkled atop the surface. This is a more relaxed, beginner-friendly kintsugi experience compared to repairing plates, etc!

DETAILS

REGISTRATION START
2024/04/12
RESERVATION DEADLINE
7 days before activity
ACTIVITY OPTIONS
  • 10:00-12:00 (meet at Ebara Station at 9:30)
  • 13:00-15:00 (meet at Ebara Station at 12:30)
SCHEDULE
(Some times may differ)
・Meet staff at Ebara Station west exit
・Walk with staff to workshop location about 5 minutes away
・Receive instructions written in English
・Choose jewelry hardware metal, brass or tin
・Plan your design
・Mend pieces, powder, wait to dry
ACCOMPANYING GUIDE
(INCLUDED OR NOT)
Not Included
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE
2
AGE REQUIREMENT
None as long as there is an accompanying adult
MEETING PLACE
JR Ebara Station west exit
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
・Please do not participate if you are allergic to metals, glue, etc.
・You can choose between pierced or clip-on earrings.
・If you are over 30 minutes late, your activities will be cancelled.
・Please wear clothing that can get dirty.
PRICES
(Per person unless otherwise noted)
Number of Participants Price Per Person
1 person N/A
2-5 people 8,000 yen
INCLUDED IN THE PRICING
Materials fee, activity fee
CANCELLATION FEES
Day of Cancellation Cancellation Fee (% of activity price)
After 17:00 1 weekday before 100%
1 weekday before by 17:00 50%
2-7 weekdays before 30%
8+ weekdays before 0%
ACCEPTED PAYMENT TYPES
Pay by credit card (VISA, MASTER, JCB, AMEX, DC) via an activity confirmation link in an e-mail that we will send to you following your reservation.
OPERATOR NAME
Shinya
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