Tokyo classes

The Tokyo class is held in a room located approximately a 5-minute walk from Daikanyama Station. In addition to the Chimahaga class, the Kintsugi Studio Tsubame also conducts its kintsugi classes at this venue.

Both classes offer the opportunity to learn traditional kintsugi using authentic urushi lacquer. However, class schedules, fees, and other details vary, so please check the specifics before applying.

Tokyo classes

The Tokyo class is held in a room located approximately a 5-minute walk from Daikanyama Station. In addition to the Chimahaga class, the Kintsugi Studio Tsubame also conducts its kintsugi classes at this venue.

Both classes offer the opportunity to learn traditional kintsugi using authentic urushi lacquer. However, class schedules, fees, and other details vary, so please check the specifics before applying.

Location

Paracion Ebisu 1201,
3-3-11 Ebisu-minami, Shibuya-ku,
Tokyo 150-0022, Japan

<Nearest station>
- Daikanyama station (Tokyu Toyoko-line) 4 minutes by walking
- Ebisu station (Hibiya-line) 5 minutes by walking
- Ebisu station (JR Yamanote-line) 8 minutes by walking

Location

Paracion Ebisu 1201,
3-3-11 Ebisu-minami, Shibuya-ku,
Tokyo 150-0022, Japan

<Nearest station>
- Daikanyama station (Tokyu Toyoko-line) 4 minutes by walking
- Ebisu station (Hibiya-line) 5 minutes by walking
- Ebisu station (JR Yamanote-line) 8 minutes by walking

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Schedule

  • A1 Class: Every other Sunday, 10:00-12:00 (twice a month)
  • A2 Class: Every other Sunday, 13:30-15:30 (twice a month)
  • B1 Class: Every other Monday, 10:00-12:00 (twice a month)
  • B2 Class: Every other Monday, 13:30-15:30 (twice a month)

(each class has a maximum of 6 students)

*Schedules are subject to change due to holidays. Please check the calendar below for exact dates.

Lesson Fee

¥14,000 (for two times a month)

- Fees are charged monthly.

- No enrollment fee is required.

- You can choose one of the schedules from A1 to B2 and attend twice a month on a fixed day of the week.

Kintsugi Kit

In the Tokyo class, you will first purchase a kintsugi kit (14,000 yen). The basic tools and manual booklet are placed in an easy-to-carry pouch and given to you at your first class.

[Contents]
Raw Urushi, Bengara Urushi, Kuroroiro Urushi, pure gold powder (keshi-fun 0.3g), cotton, masking tape, 2 brushes, acrylic board, lightweight spoon, design knife, diamond file, bamboo spatula, waterproof paper, film abrasive, wheat flour, polishing powder, grain ramie cotton, manual (3 volumes for brokens, cracks and chips), pouch for storage

Kintsugi Kit

In the Tokyo class, you will first purchase a kintsugi kit (14,000 yen). The basic tools and manual booklet are placed in an easy-to-carry pouch and given to you at your first class.

[Contents]
Raw Urushi, Bengara Urushi, Kuroroiro Urushi, pure gold powder (keshi-fun 0.3g), cotton, masking tape, 2 brushes, acrylic board, lightweight spoon, design knife, diamond file, bamboo spatula, waterproof paper, film abrasive, wheat flour, polishing powder, grain ramie cotton, manual (3 volumes for brokens, cracks and chips), pouch for storage

Availability of classes

Sunday class

A1 Class : FULL (waiting list of 7 people)

A2 Class : FULL (waiting list of 5 people)

Monday class

B1 Class : FULL (waiting list of 2 people)

B2 Class : FULL (waiting list of 6 people)

Notes

- The in-person classes are intended for students who are able to attend for at least two months and have Japanese language skills above daily conversation level. We do not currently offer classes for tourists.

- The fee is to be paid by credit card. We will inform you of the fee by e-mail after your application.

- Please contact us in advance and we will be happy to substitute it for an available date in another class, If there is a day during the course that you are unable to attend.

- For the Tokyo class, a Kintsugi kit (14,000 yen) must be purchased for the first class.

FAQ

Instructor

Sakura Kawano

Born in 1995, Kanagawa Prefecture.

Based in Tokyo.

Teaches kintsugi using urushi and natural materials.

Loves crafting, delicious food, and cats.

Instructor

Sakura Kawano

Born in 1995, Kanagawa Prefecture.

Based in Tokyo.

Teaches kintsugi using urushi and natural materials.

Loves crafting, delicious food, and cats.

Schedule

You can choose your preferred date and time from the available course dates.

(each class has a maximum of 4 students)

Lesson Fee

Session-Based Plans

Monthly 1 Session: ¥6,600

Monthly 2 Sessions: ¥12,000

Monthly 3 Sessions: ¥16,500

(Unused sessions may be carried over to the following month. However, if sessions remain unused the following month, they will automatically expire and cannot be refunded, so please take note.)

Ticket-Based Plan

4-Session Ticket: ¥27,000

(Valid for 6 months from the date of purchase.)

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