The Very Japanese Kintsugi
bring Japanese Culture Immersion to Your workplace with our kintsugi workshop
Do you or your team value creativity, mindfulness, and meaningful connection? ✨ Book our Kintsugi Workshop for your next team-building event. Learn the art of repairing ceramics with gold while embracing the beauty of imperfection and resilience. No prior experience needed—just open minds and curious hands. A thoughtful, hands-on experience your team won’t forget. 💛 Send us your request below!
Why Choose our Kintsugi workshop –
After trying several Kintsugi workshops in London, we felt something was missing—depth, cultural context, and intention. So the team at Dear Asia set out to design our own. As professional educators, we’ve carefully crafted a meaningful experience that honours tradition while being accessible for beginners. Our workshop fits perfectly around our school’s craft tables—no heavy tools or gear needed, just mindfulness and care.
philosophy meets practice
We begin with the Japanese concept of humbleness—inviting you to slow down, let go of perfection, and discover beauty in brokenness. You’ll learn simple Japanese phrases to help you enter a calm, mindful space.
authentic atmosphere
From authentic Japanese treats to a carefully curated playlist, every detail is designed to immerse you in a traditional yet welcoming atmosphere. We aim to create the perfect setting—one that deepens the meaning of the workshop while keeping the mood light, relaxed, and sociable.
hands on crafting
You’ll explore three Kintsugi techniques and choose the one that suits your piece. Whether you bring your own item or select from ours, we’ll guide you every step of the way to create something personal and beautiful.
What to expect at our kintsugi workshop –
Setup – We creatively transform your office space—whether it’s a boardroom or an open kitchen/dining area—into an inviting environment for learning, socialising, and crafting. Our team will arrive at least one hour before the event starts to decorate and set up.
Refreshments – We curate seasonal refreshments to match the workshop’s theme, offering an authentic taste of Japan that complements the experience.
Japanese Greeting & Humbleness – Discover the traditional Japanese way of greeting and etiquette, and explore the deep-rooted cultural values of humility and respect that define social interactions in Japan.
Discover the Craft – Explore the philosophy behind Kintsugi, observe the techniques, and choose your piece to work on.
The Crafting Process – Settle in and immerse yourself in the mindful repair process. Reconnect hand and mind as you restore your ceramic piece.
Final Touches – Dedicate your piece with a personal message. Leave with a beautiful Kintsugi creation to treasure or gift.
Japanese Kintsugi
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.
What we offer to your team
£65pp
If you bring your own ceramics
£75pp
If we provide imported ceramics for you
£600
Minimum charge for any private event
Our client reviews
Read reviews from our clients to see how our cultural workshops have made a positive impact on workplace cultural diversity.
What a fantastic event. I have had several colleagues approach me to tell that it was their favorite event they’ve been to!
Everyone at the event gave the most positive feedback about the session and are dying to have you guys come back for other events.
I’m very pleased with how the workshop turned out. Everyone loved the mooncakes and tea, and had a fantastic time. Thanks for the quiz prizes as well.
We’ve invited Dear Asia to run events for our teams two years in a row, and they’ve been fantastic each time. We definitely recommend them.
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