Tokyo Kintsugi Accessory Making Workshop in Shibuya

About this tour

Learn kintsugi, Japan's philosophy of repairing broken ceramics with gold, in this hands-on Shibuya workshop. Over one hour, you'll work with a skilled instructor to mend ceramic fragments using traditional bonding techniques and gold powder, then fashion your repaired pieces into wearable jewellery or decorative objects. All materials provided—no pottery experience needed. You'll leave with a finished accessory that embodies the Japanese aesthetic of finding beauty in imperfection and resilience.

Highlights

• Master gold-seam ceramic repair under expert tuition
• Transform broken pieces into pendants, earrings, ornaments
• Work with high-quality ceramics and specialist resins
• Understand Japanese philosophy of imperfection as strength
• Take home a finished, wearable artwork
• Located in central Shibuya, accessible to all beginners

What to expect

You'll start with a brief introduction to kintsugi's cultural roots, then receive a ceramic piece to work with. Your instructor demonstrates the bonding process and guides you through applying adhesive and gold powder to create those distinctive glowing seams. The focus shifts from traditional pottery to jewellery-scale work—you'll design and assemble your own pendant, earring set, or small decorative piece. Expect precision work requiring steady hands and attention to detail, but the instructor scaffolds each step. By the end, you have a finished, professional-looking accessory ready to wear or gift.

Good to know

Sessions last 60 minutes, so arrive early. All materials and a ceramic piece are included. Food, drink, and tips aren't covered. Not suitable if you have cardiovascular concerns, though otherwise accessible regardless of fitness level.