The Japan Edition: Kintsugi Workshops

Discover the art of Kintsugi - the Japanese art of mending broken objects and turning them into something beautiful.
- Type
Experiential
- Date
4, 11, 17 Aug 2026
- Event Times
12:00 - 16:00
- Where
The Square
- Price
Free
- Session length
30 mins
Discover traditional Japanese craftsmanship with our hands-on Kintsugi workshop. Under the expert guidance of Kira Smith, a Japan-trained lacquer artist with over a decade of experience, you’ll learn the delicate art of repairing broken ceramics by highlighting their cracks with gold. Transform what was once fractured into a unique, beautiful keepsake to take home.
What you’ll experience
- Hands-On Craftsmanship: Learn authentic Kintsugi techniques in an intimate, focused environment.
- Master Guidance: Work directly with Kira Smith, tapping into her 10+ years of expertise in Japanese lacquer art.
- Take Home Your Work: Craft a custom Decorative Kintsugi Magnet that is touch-dry by the end of your session and ready to display.
Workshop dates:
4 Aug, 11 Aug, 17 Aug, 25 Aug, 27 Aug, 1 Sep and 3 Sep 2026
Explore more workshops and activities during The Japan Edition:
This summer, join us as we celebrate Japanese creativity in all its forms including art, food culture and music. It's your chance to experience the very best of Japan, right here in West London.
Guided Forest Bathing - Find inner calm with guided Japanese-inspired forest bathing and complimentary matcha.
Maki-e Workshops - Explore Japan’s iconic lacquer decoration technique.
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