Event Information: "Kintsugi: The Art of Repair – Lecture & Demonstration"
2026/10/14
Credit: Ai Moliya
Credit: Ai Moliya
The Embassy of Japan cordially invites you to the event “Kintsugi: The Art of Repair – Lecture & Demonstration”.
Discover the beauty and philosophy of Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with lacquer and gold.
This special lecture and demonstration by Berlin-based Japanese artist offers an introduction to Kintsugi from both cultural and practical perspectives. Participants will explore its history and cultural significance in Japan, learn about the traditional repair process through video presentations, and have the opportunity to observe both finished Kintsugi and works in progress.
Participants can also experience Maki-e, a traditional Japanese lacquer technique used in Kintsugi, by creating their own designs with brass powder.
* The hands-on Maki-e experience is limited to 12 participants per session and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Come and discover Kintsugi not only as a craft, but also as a unique perspective on beauty, imperfection, and renewal!
Discover the beauty and philosophy of Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with lacquer and gold.
This special lecture and demonstration by Berlin-based Japanese artist offers an introduction to Kintsugi from both cultural and practical perspectives. Participants will explore its history and cultural significance in Japan, learn about the traditional repair process through video presentations, and have the opportunity to observe both finished Kintsugi and works in progress.
Participants can also experience Maki-e, a traditional Japanese lacquer technique used in Kintsugi, by creating their own designs with brass powder.
* The hands-on Maki-e experience is limited to 12 participants per session and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Come and discover Kintsugi not only as a craft, but also as a unique perspective on beauty, imperfection, and renewal!
- Date: Wednesday, 18 November 2026
- Time: Session 1 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm, Session 2 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
- Slot: Lecture and demonstration: 72 seats per session. The hands-on experience is limited to 12 participants per session and is available on a first-come, first-served basis to those who wish to participate. Due to time and other constraints, the hands-on experience will not include the traditional kintsugi process of joining broken ceramic pieces. Instead, participants will experience only the final step of applying gold powder to create their own design.Hands-on experience for both sessions are full and no longer accepting new requests. Lecture and demonstration parts are open for new requests. (UPDATED ON 14th October)
- Venue: Għollieqa Shed, Campus Hub, Msida
- Fee: Free of Charge
Reservation: Mandatory. Please click the link to sign up!
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/vXN2H5vZE4
Important Safety Information and Notices:
- Seats as well as hands-on experience part are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The hands-on experience involves working with urushi (Japanese lacquer). Please note that contact with urushi can cause an allergic skin reaction. People with extremely sensitive skin may experience a reaction even to urushi that has evaporated into the air. Hands-on experience for both sessions are full and no longer accepting new requests. Lecture and demonstration parts are open for new requests.(UPDATED ON 14th October)
- All attendees are advised to wear long sleeves.
- Children aged 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please note that this is a public event, and photos will be taken and used for the Embassy’s promotional purposes.
- In case of cancellation, please inform us in advance by email to culture@ve.mofa.go.jp
Opportunity:
- This is also a good opportunity to have your treasured pieces professionally repaired using traditional Kintsugi. You can talk to the artist in person at the event and bring along any damaged ceramic pieces, such as teapots, cups, bowls, mugs, plates, or jewelry. She can take a look at them on the spot, let you know the estimated cost and repair time, and, if you wish, accept them for repair.
- Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to practice the art of repair and apply its philosophies to everyday life!
Credit: Ai Moliya