Asakusa Kintsugi Workshop: Traditional Japanese Ceramic Repair

You'll repair a broken ceramic using gold and modern techniques inspired by centuries of Japanese tradition.

A one-hour kintsugi workshop in Asakusa where you learn to mend ceramic fragments using techniques rooted in Japanese philosophy. A bilingual instructor guides you through the process step-by-step in a beginner-friendly setting, and you take your finished piece home. The workshop provides all tools and materials. Premium plate upgrades are available for an additional charge.

The experience

What does it mean to repair something broken and make it more beautiful than before? That's the question kintsugi answers. In this workshop, you'll work with a knowledgeable instructor who teaches you how to piece together ceramic fragments using modern methods inspired by this traditional craft. As you work, you'll learn why kintsugi matters in Japanese culture: its connection to resilience, mindfulness, and the idea that imperfection has its own kind of beauty. The bilingual staff guide you through each step in a relaxed, welcoming environment designed for people with no prior experience.

You'll spend the hour mending your own plate, choosing how to decorate it as you go. The workshop supplies everything: the ceramic piece to repair, all the tools you need, and the materials to complete the work. Once finished, your restored plate gets packaged for you to carry home. A one-of-a-kind object that holds both the tradition and your own personal choices. The experience sits near public transportation in Asakusa, and all areas of the workshop are wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

• Use of the workshop space and all tools.
• one standard ceramic plate to repair.
• materials for the kintsugi process.
• bilingual instruction in English and Japanese.
• packaging for your finished piece to take home.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day10 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 18:00

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (under 13)

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Traveling Tokyo

Is this one for you?This workshop works best for solo travelers or small groups (friends, couples, families) who want a hands-on cultural experience they can complete in a single morning or afternoon without a full-day time commitment. The one-hour format fits easily into a busy Tokyo itinerary, and you leave with a tangible object that carries the experience forward.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 13).

How long does the kintsugi workshop actually take?

The workshop runs for one hour from start to finish, including instruction, hands-on repair work, and packaging your completed piece to take home.

What exactly will I be repairing in the workshop?

You'll work with one standard ceramic plate provided by the workshop. Premium plate options are available for an additional charge if you'd prefer to work with a different piece.

Do I need any experience with ceramics or crafts to join?

No experience is required. The workshop is designed to be approachable for beginners, with step-by-step guidance from the instructor throughout the entire process.

What happens to the plate I repair? Can I really take it home?

Yes, once your ceramic is complete, the workshop packages it for you to take home as a keepsake or gift. It's yours to keep and use.

What languages does the instructor speak?

The workshop staff are bilingual in English and Japanese, so you'll receive instruction in English with support available in Japanese as well.