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On-site Kintsugi Workshop as Team Building Acti...

We have been receiving many requests to hold large-scale kintsugi workshops outside our studios, not only for tourists, but also for corporate team building and/or large events. Since our studios...

On-site Kintsugi Workshop as Team Building Acti...

We have been receiving many requests to hold large-scale kintsugi workshops outside our studios, not only for tourists, but also for corporate team building and/or large events. Since our studios...

Policy on media coverage request of kintsugi and Tsugu Tsugu Inc.

Policy on media coverage request of kintsugi an...

Thank you very much for your interest in kintsugi, a traditional Japanese technique, and in our company. As our company is engaged in business activities to spread the charm of...

Policy on media coverage request of kintsugi an...

Thank you very much for your interest in kintsugi, a traditional Japanese technique, and in our company. As our company is engaged in business activities to spread the charm of...

FAQ about Step 5 : Applying the Finishing Layer

FAQ about Step 5 : Applying the Finishing Layer

Once the underlayer is completely flattened and covered with black urushi, you can go to the final step. This article provides tips on the finishing process and answers to frequently...

FAQ about Step 5 : Applying the Finishing Layer

Once the underlayer is completely flattened and covered with black urushi, you can go to the final step. This article provides tips on the finishing process and answers to frequently...

FAQ about Step 4: Applying Black Urushi

FAQ about Step 4: Applying Black Urushi

In the fourth step of the kintsugi process, black urushi is made and applied to the damaged area. This process is called "中塗り, Naka-nuri" (middle coat). This article answers frequently...

FAQ about Step 4: Applying Black Urushi

In the fourth step of the kintsugi process, black urushi is made and applied to the damaged area. This process is called "中塗り, Naka-nuri" (middle coat). This article answers frequently...

FAQ about Step 3: Filling Small Holes with Sabi-Urushi

FAQ about Step 3: Filling Small Holes with Sabi...

Broken vessels were sticked together with “Mugi-urushi” and large chips were filled with “Kokuso”. After the vessels are roughly shaped, Step 3 is always taken to flatten the unevenness with...

FAQ about Step 3: Filling Small Holes with Sabi...

Broken vessels were sticked together with “Mugi-urushi” and large chips were filled with “Kokuso”. After the vessels are roughly shaped, Step 3 is always taken to flatten the unevenness with...

Wholesale of Kintsugi Kits

Wholesale of Kintsugi Kits

Tsugu Kit, a traditional kintsugi kit for beginners by Tsugu Tsugu Inc., has been purchased by people not only in Japan but also all over the world. Recently, we have...

Wholesale of Kintsugi Kits

Tsugu Kit, a traditional kintsugi kit for beginners by Tsugu Tsugu Inc., has been purchased by people not only in Japan but also all over the world. Recently, we have...