Restoring What is Broken!
Posted Date: 2026/04/20
I brought a broken cup which my daughter bought from Japan. I bought it to the Studio to learn to restore it. I am pleased. They taught me how to restore the cup.
Okinawa Naha Kintsugi Workshop Repair Broken Pottery in a Relaxing Art Class
Highlights
- Hands-on Kintsugi workshop using gold (brass) or silver (tin) powder
- Follow a friendly instructor in a beginner-friendly, step-by-step guided process
- Learn traditional Kintsugi in a simplified, hands-on version perfect for travelers
- Take home your own one-of-a-kind decorative pottery as a special keepsake
- Experience Japanese culture deeply, even with limited travel time
What to expect
Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, is a powerful tradition that transforms cracks into beauty. No experience is required, and you'll take home a one-of-a-kind decorative piece created by your own hands.
What's included
- Kintsugi Experience
- English-speaking guide
- Japanese-speaking staff
About this experience
Schedule
- 09:50Meet at Urushi Studio Kodemari
- —Check-in
- 10:00Selection of Pottery and Repair StyleChoose your favorite piece from a selection of broken ceramics in various shapes and designs.
You can also select either a gold or silver finish, allowing you to create a truly personal and unique work of art.
- —Adhesive Application and Crack JoiningThis step involves applying adhesive to the cracks of your selected pottery and carefully aligning the pieces to restore its original shape.
- —Design and DecorationDecorate the cracks using gold (brass) or silver (tin) powder, breathing new life into the broken pieces. It's a moment to let your personal artistic expression shine.
- —Final Touches and FinishingIn the final stage, you will refine and polish your piece, enhancing the details.
With guidance from the instructor, you’ll bring out the full beauty of your work. - —You Can Take Your Finished Piece HomeThe finished piece is not food-safe but can be used as décor or an accessory tray.
Each unique creation brings handmade warmth and subtle beauty to your space.
- 11:30Activity Ends
Location and Directions
Check-in / Check-out
Urushi Studio Kodemari
2-16-6 Maejima, Naha City, Okinawa, Japan
Parking information
Please note that there is no parking available on-site, and parking in front of the studio is not permitted.
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Restrictions
- Children 7 years old and above can participate in this activity.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Please note that there is no parking available, and parking in front of the studio is not permitted.
Operated by
Urushi Studio Kodemari
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation until your booking is confirmed.
- On the activity day / No-show: 100%
Changes
The same conditions as the cancellation policy apply to changes in reservations.
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Restoring What is Broken!
Posted Date: 2026/04/20
I brought a broken cup which my daughter bought from Japan. I bought it to the Studio to learn to restore it. I am pleased. They taught me how to restore the cup.
