About our classes
The following two type of classes are available in Japan.
・Tokyo class (Aoyama)
・Kobe class (Shukugawa)
All classes are designed for those who enjoy Japanese traditional kintsugi using "natural urushi".
It takes about 2 months to repair ceramics. You can come to repair just one of your favorite ceramics, or you can keep attending to learn.
About our classes
The following two type of classes are available in Japan.
・Tokyo class (Aoyama)
・Kobe class (Shukugawa)
All classes are designed for those who enjoy Japanese traditional kintsugi using "natural urushi".
It takes about 2 months to repair ceramics. You can come to repair just one of your favorite ceramics, or you can keep attending to learn.
Tokyo Class
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
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 5 students)
*Schedules are subject to change due to holidays. Please check the calendar below for exact dates.
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
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 5 students)
*Schedules are subject to change due to holidays. Please check the calendar below for exact dates.
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
Nishinomiya Class
Location
Grace Koyoen 403,
2-47 Koyoen Honjo-cho, Nishinomiya-shi,
662-0015 Hyogo, Japan
<Nearest station>
- Koyoen station (Hankyu Railway Koyo Line) 9 minutes by walking
- Koyoen Station (Hankyu Railway Koyo Line) 16 minutes by walking
- Shinkoyoguchi Station (Hanshin Bus Nishinomiya Yamate Line) 2 minutes walk
*Hanshin buses are available from Nishinomiya Station (JR and Hanshin Honsen Line) and other stations.
Schedule
・C1 Class: Every other Wednesday, 10:00-12:00 (twice a month)
・C2 Class: Every other Wednesday, 13:30-15:30 (twice a month)
(each class has a maximum of 4 students)
*Schedules are subject to change due to holidays. Please check the calendar below for exact dates.
Location
Grace Koyoen 403,
2-47 Koyoen Honjo-cho, Nishinomiya-shi,
662-0015 Hyogo, Japan
<Nearest station>
- Koyoen station (Hankyu Railway Koyo Line) 9 minutes by walking
- Koyoen Station (Hankyu Railway Koyo Line) 16 minutes by walking
- Shinkoyoguchi Station (Hanshin Bus Nishinomiya Yamate Line) 2 minutes walk
*Hanshin buses are available from Nishinomiya Station (JR and Hanshin Honsen Line) and other stations.
Schedule
・C1 Class: Every other Wednesday, 10:00-12:00 (twice a month)
・C2 Class: Every other Wednesday, 13:30-15:30 (twice a month)
(each class has a maximum of 4 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 C2 and attend twice a month on a fixed day of the week.
Availability of classes
Tokyo class
A1 Class : FULL (waiting list of 7 people)
A2 Class : FULL (waiting list of 5 people)
B1 Class : FULL(waiting list of 4 people)
B2 Class : FULL (waiting list of 2 people)
Nishinomiya class
C1 Class : FULL (waiting list of 2 people)
C2 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
I am planning to come to Japan as a tourist. Can I participate in the kintsugi class?
Can beginners join?
How long does it take to repair one pottery?
Is it okay if I don't have my own ceramics?
Can I withdraw from the class after only one pottery repaired?
Is the lacquer used in the class natural urushi?
I want to know when to pay the money.
Can I start the course from the second half of the month?
Can I work as a kintsugi artist once I have acquired the skills in the class?
Do I need to bring back the ceramics I am working on each time?
What if I want to stop attending in the middle of a class?
Can I use a kintsugi kit that I bought elsewhere?
Online course
For those who are unable to attend classes due to reasons such as living overseas, we have prepared an online course so that you can start kintsugi at home.
The course provides easy-to-understand explanations of the detailed differences in procedures depending on the type of breakage, so beginners can try kintsugi at ease.
*Currently, the videos are only available in English, but we are planning to offer videos in other languages as well.