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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Repair, reflect, and reimagine broken ceramics with this kintsugi workshop in Brooklyn.
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3 hours
Park Slope
5 to 8 guests
$150 - $175
($150 for Public class; $175 for Private class)
What you'll do
* AS OF NOVEMBER, Classes are currently on a pause due to urushi lacquer not being able to dry properly during the winter seasons + instructor on hiatus. Learn the Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with gold with this kintsugi workshop in Brooklyn. This immersive class offers a thoughtful introduction to this beautiful and meaningful practice.You’ll begin with an overview of traditional kintsugi materials and tools, followed by a step-by-step demonstration of each stage of the repair process. Then its your turn! With guided instruction, you’ll practice kintsugi techniques on a supplied ceramic chopstick rest to keep, or you’re welcome to bring a small broken piece of your own to repair.Beyond technique, this class explores the philosophy behind kintsugi, including an appreciation for impermanence, resilience, and the beauty found in repair rather than perfection. Perfect if your’re seeking fun things to do in Brooklyn for pottery lovers or group outings, you’ll leave with practical knowledge, a repaired object, and a deeper understanding of this timeless Japanese art form. Please Note This workshop uses traditional Kintsugi techniques with natural urushi lacquer, a tree-based material that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals (similar to poison ivy). Gloves and protective materials will be provided.
What you'll get
Mended pottery piece using kinstugi
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly, all skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
- All materials provided
- Optional: Own broken piece to mend
Suitable for
This class is great for a team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.
Location
Nihonsan Tools - 300 7th St, Brooklyn, NY
This venue is within walking distance of 9 St and 4 Av-9 St stations
Your teacher can also travel within 30 miles of Park Slope, to a venue of your choice for a private class.
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Recent reviews of Kintsugi Workshop
- 5/5 from Arev Pivazyan, attended Sep 2026: Wonderful class, I would definitely bring a friend to do it again
- 5/5 from Lisa Curtiss, attended Sep 2026: This workshop was fantastic. Our instructor, Makomako, was great. She shared a lot of information and history about the kintsugi technique - how it came about, what the materials are and the source of those materials, and the philosophy behind this beautiful way of repairing. The class lasted 3 hours, and we all took home a small repair project which she provided. I highly recommend this class if you are at all curious about kintsugi.
- 5/5 from Marta Garcia Ferreiro, attended Aug 2026: Makomako was very knowledgeable and I enjoyed learning the history and her personal reflections on kintsugi. We also got to practice the final step of painting and adding gold, and went home with a beautiful finished piece.
- 5/5 from Sarwat Yunus, attended Aug 2026: Very informative, well-paced class. Makomako is a fantastic teacher, and I look forward to taking more of courses.
- 5/5 from David Pring, attended Aug 2026: An excellent, very informative, hands-on class
- 5/5 from Jasmine H Francis, attended Jun 2026: good fun, relaxing with both historical and practical knowledge
- 5/5 from Robynn Delin, attended Jun 2026: Fun and interesting class. The teacher was extremely knowledgeable and shared her love of the art. The class was both informative and hands-on. We had an opportunity to experience various stages of this age old process and take something home. Already planning to take the next session and learn more.
- 5/5 from Dina R Marenstein, attended Jun 2026: A very enjoyable class, with a fascinating overview of the history and process. The instructor was very knowledgeable and helpful. Very well organized and just the right level of difficulty. Made me very interested in taking more classes!
- 5/5 from Nadine Magloire, attended May 2026: 10/10 the instructor was so knowledgeable and patient. I’ am going home to break some ceramics so that I can practice :)
- 5/5 from Nicolle Seinige, attended Apr 2026: Makomako is a wonderful instructor and taught so much about the history and art of kintsugi during this workshop. Great hands on experience and can only recommend
- 5/5 from Jadwiga Freemon, attended Apr 2026: Amazing class and amazing instructor ️
- 5/5 from Natasha Gornik, attended Mar 2026: Makomako is an amazing instructor, really enjoyed her teaching and philosophy. The only kink in the event was we were given the wrong address, fortunately just a five minute walk to the actual venue. Very happy with the class, would definitely enroll in another class.
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Makomako Kintsugi
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makomako is a New York-based Kintsugi artist and Chanoyu practitioner, whose work embodies the philosophy of beauty in imperfection. The breaking of a tea bowl led her to the study of Kintsugi - the Japanese art of ceramic restoration using urushi lacquer and gold. Under the guidance of lacquer master and Kintsugi specialists Gen Saratani, Rongqiang Wu, and Bowen Chen, makomako has honed her skills in restoring not just ceramics like earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain, but also objects made from Yixing clay, agate, jade, glass, and resin. Her approach to Kintsugi is deeply rooted in tradition, favoring the use of natural materials such as urushi lacquer and gold. For her, each restored piece tells a story, offering a reflection on the human experience. In 2023, she held a duo exhibition "Contemplating at Ease" at theBLANC in New York.
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Nihonsan is one of the only brick-and-mortar shops in the U.S. solely focused on selling Japanese woodworking hand tools and hardware. We are also a community offering Japanese woodworking classes, beginners’ kits, Hinoki lumber from Japan, as well as knowledge and guidance through our staff and community partners. If we don’t have what you want, we can probably point you in the right direction to find it. Nihonsan was conceived by Joe Samalin with help from Shuya Iida of Hachi Collections, and his incredible team there. But none of this could have been done without the support and partnership of our incredible community of fellow makers, family, and friends
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