Tokyo
60min

The Art of Kintsugi

Kintsugi was born in the world of the tea ceremony as a symbol of wealth and power in samurai society during the 16th century in Japan. The practice, which originated as a method to repair precious tea bowls with lacquer using maki-e technique (sprinkling pure gold powder over lacquer), embodies the Japanese philosophy of ‘wabi-sabi,’ celebrating simplicity and imperfection. Along with his English-speaking team, esteemed kintsugi master and renowned metal & urushi artist Showzi Tsukamoto shares his passion and expertise in this authentic kintsugi experience while offering insights into the history and philosophy behind this luxurious and sustainable art form.

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