Kintsugi Jewelry Workshop in Naha: Create Wearable Art

Repair broken pottery into wearable jewelry using the Japanese art of golden joinery.

A hands-on kintsugi workshop in Naha where you repair pre-prepared ceramic pieces with gold or silver-colored lacquer and assemble them into a necklace or bracelet to take home. The 90-minute class is beginner-friendly, guided in English or Japanese, and all tools and materials are provided. No prior art experience is required.

The experience

Kintsugi is the Japanese practice of mending broken pottery with precious metal, turning damage into beauty rather than hiding it. In this workshop in Naha, you'll work with pre-prepared ceramic pieces and learn simplified techniques using gold or silver-colored materials safe for beginners. Your instructor guides you through choosing your pieces, applying the lacquer, and assembling them into a finished accessory. A necklace or bracelet that becomes a one-of-a-kind souvenir you carry home.

The workshop runs 90 minutes in a peaceful setting designed for both individuals and small groups. All tools, materials and instruction are included. You bring only curiosity. The class is taught in English or Japanese, and the instructor works with you step by step, so prior experience with art or jewelry-making is not necessary. By the end, you'll have a wearable piece that reflects both the kintsugi philosophy and your own choices in the design.

What’s included

• All tools and materials for the kintsugi process.
• instruction from a skilled guide in English or Japanese.
• your finished necklace or bracelet to take home.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Wednesday, Friday and SaturdayDepartures at 10:00, 13:00 and 15:00

AgesAdult (7 and older) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8 · max 5 per booking

Live guideEnglish and Japanese

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 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Okinawa Kintsugi Experience

Is this one for you?You work hands-on with the instructor guiding each step, so the workshop suits anyone drawn to making something meaningful rather than watching a demonstration. The 90-minute format fits easily into a day exploring Naha without requiring a large time commitment.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Japanese.

What exactly do I make in this kintsugi workshop?

You repair broken ceramic pieces using gold or silver-colored lacquer and assemble them into a wearable accessory (either a necklace or bracelet) that you design and take home as your souvenir.

Do I need any experience with art or jewelry to join?

No prior experience is necessary. The workshop is beginner-friendly, and your instructor guides you through every step using simplified kintsugi techniques and safe materials.

What's included in the 90-minute class?

All tools, materials, instruction and the finished piece you make are included. The workshop is taught in English or Japanese depending on your preference.

Where is the workshop located in Naha?

The workshop is in the heart of Naha, with public transportation options available nearby to reach the venue.