Authentic Kintsugi Experience with real Urushi in Namba Osaka

This workshop focuses on traditional methods and cultural meaning. We carefully prepare chipped or cracked ceramics sourced from antique markets and restore them up to the final stage in advance. During the workshop, you will complete the final process yourself by applying natural lacquer and sprinkling 23K gold powder. In this 1.5-2 hour workshop, you will: -Learn about the history of Kintsugi and Japanese lacquer -Understand the philosophy and traditional repair process -Experience the final step of authentic Kintsugi using 23K gold powder -Create your own finished Kintsugi plate -matcha as a refreshment. The workshop takes place inside a traditional Japanese storehouse called a Kura, After this experience, you will gain a deeper understanding of authentic Kintsugi. Additionally, after the workshop, guests may wish to visit the famous Namba Yasaka Shrine, which is located nearby.

Meeting point

at building entrance(bulding name ”Mansion new namba/マンション　ニューナンバ”) There is a ramen shop named Honolu on the opposite side. 〒556-0016 大阪府大阪市浪速区元町２丁目６−３０ Address: 2-6-30, Motomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi Osaka, 556-0016, Japan

Pickup

Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.

Ticket type

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Group size

Up to 5 travellers

Operated by

Zenkei 金継ぎ体験

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• not recommended for people who has lacquer allergy