The Very Japanese Kintsugi workshop
The Very Japanese Kintsugi workshop
Kintsugi beginner workshop: done the Japanese way
Kintsugi is more than a technique—it offers a glimpse into the Japanese way of seeing the world, shaped by the humble beauty of wabi-sabi. This traditional aesthetic embraces imperfection and transience, finding quiet elegance in the worn, the weathered, and the broken. It reflects a deep cultural humbleness—an acceptance of flaws, rather than a need to hide them.
After trying several Kintsugi workshops in London, we felt something was missing—depth, cultural context, and intention. So the Japanese team at Dear Asia set out to design our own. Alongside the craft itself, you’ll learn simple Japanese phrases, the philosophy of wabi-sabi, and the everyday Japanese way of life that shapes it, including etiquette, mindfulness and the beauty of imperfection. It’s the part most Kintsugi classes leave out, and it’s what turns an afternoon of mending into something meaningful.
The Very Japanese Kintsugi Workshop by Dear Asia is a beginner-friendly Kintsugi class in London, held in small groups with one instructor to every six guests. You’ll mend a ceramic piece with gold, so no experience is needed, and you’ll leave with a finished piece and a new way of seeing imperfection.
Mend with gold, mindfully and beautifully
Kintsugi with Japanese language and culture
Personal guidance: 1 instructor to 6 guests
On the day of your Kintsugi class
Follow our story book
Start with simple Japanese greetings and etiquette to connect with the humility of Japanese culture. Our instructor will guide you through our story book to explore the history and philosophy of Kintsugi and the idea of wabi-sabi: seeing beauty in humble or broken forms.
A Taste of Japan
Enjoy a taste of Japan with Japanese tea and treats, chosen by our Japanese instructors to set a calm, mindful mood for the craft ahead.
Give it a crack
We give an ordinary shop-bought ceramic a second life by making clean, intentional cracks, which we later mend with gold. The result is a unique piece to treasure.
Hands-On Crafting
Our instructor guides you step by step, so no one is left behind. With only one instructor to every six guests, you get plenty of personal attention as we create something beautiful that’s yours alone.
What’s Included
- All Kintsugi materials and guidance
- Tea, coffee and Japanese treats
- A ceramic piece
- Your finished piece to take home
- Free gift wrapping
Arrival – arrive 10 mins early. We’ll meet you on the ground floor.
Refreshments – free tea and coffee, plus Japanese treats.
Learn Japanese culture – Japanese greetings and the stories behind Kintsugi.
Discover the Craft – see the techniques, then choose and crack your ceramic.
The Crafting Process – mindfully mend your piece with gold and care.
Final Touches – add a heartfelt message and take home your gift-wrapped piece.
where to find us
We are on the 5th floor of Aldgate Tower. Entry to the building uses a QR code, so ticket holders must also be registered with the building as well as through Eventbrite. Please check that your Eventbrite email is correct so you receive your entry code. If you book more than one ticket, we’ll email you to register your guests.
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Bring Kintsugi to your team
Dear Asia is a London-based event organiser specialising in creative workshops that celebrate Asian cultures. With years of experience, our team hosts engaging events for groups of 10 to 100 people. Kintsugi is one of our most popular workshops, and we’re proud to bring it to your team for a culturally rich, mindful crafting experience.
