The Grace of Taking Time

Discover the quiet joy of repairing with care.

What is Kintsugi ?

To me, kintsugi is not just about fixing objects—it's a way to mend our memories and even our hearts. With time, care, and natural materials, broken things can return with deeper beauty and meaning. Unlike modern imitations that use synthetic glue and fake gold, real kintsugi uses urushi lacquer and genuine gold powder. Our Tsugu Kit follows this tradition, letting you experience the true spirit of kintsugi at home.

History of Kintsugi

Kintsugi began in Japan about 500 years ago. It’s not just about repairing pottery with tree sap lacquer—it’s about transforming broken pieces into art with real gold.

The lacquer comes from the urushi tree, and only about 200ml can be harvested from a single tree in its lifetime. After harvesting, the tree is cut down and must be regrown for 10–15 years. This makes urushi a rare and precious natural material.

All materials used in kintsugi are natural and safe for tableware. But proper drying requires the right temperature, humidity, and patience—it can take several days to a week or more. Touching raw urushi can cause a rash similar to poison ivy. Because of this, kintsugi was traditionally practiced only by skilled artisans.

Today, as people around the world rediscover the philosophy behind kintsugi, we’ve created a beginner-friendly kit so that anyone can experience this timeless art.

The 3 Values of Kintsugi

1. Celebrate Imperfection

Cracks become golden scars—reminders that damage, whether in objects or in ourselves, can lead to deeper beauty and meaning.

2. Mindfulness

The slow, hands-on process helps you focus, breathe, and be present.

3. Self-Efficacy

Restoring something with your own hands can help restore your spirit, too. No two finished pieces are alike.

What kind of pottery do people repair?

Not always expensive ones—often it’s a cup or plate with sentimental value.

One man saved the broken pieces of a bowl his wife accidentally dropped, and later repaired it as a surprise birthday gift.

You’ll find lots of kintsugi pieces on our Instagram too.

Start Your Kintsugi Journey – Three Kits to Choose From

Traditional Tsugu Kit

Most Powder, Most Repairs

Our best-selling kit overseas. It includes both gold (0.3g) and silver (0.5g) powders—more total powder than any other kit. You can repair many items without needing extra powder later.

With more silver and a mid-range price, this kit repairs the most for its cost.

Buy a Traditional Kit

Gold Only Tsugu Kit

For True Gold Lovers

This kit has the most pure gold of all three Tsugu Kits. It costs more, but is more economical than buying extra gold later—since gold powder runs out the fastest.

Made for customers who love the classic gold finish and want to use only gold in their repairs.

Buy a Gold Only Kit

Starter Tsugu Kit

Easy Start, Small Repairs

Great for fixing small chips or one special dish. When you run out, you can keep going with refill items.

Our most affordable kit—simple, thoughtful, and a great first step into kintsugi.

Buy a Starter Kit