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The Kintsugi Labo JAPAN

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Ritto-shi, Shiga
The Kintsugi Labo JAPAN

We bring you the sustainable worldview that is not “good as new”, but “better than new”. The typical way of thinking is that broken vessels must be discarded.

Kintsugi is a unique Japanese technique in which broken vessels are repaired using urushi (Japanese lacquer). In Japan, imperfections such as cracks and stains on vessels are considered to create value. However, we believe upcycling gives new life to such vessels and enriches the lives of those who use them. By reviving the spirit of the craftsman, who has poured his or her time into the piece, th

e vessels can be upcycled rather than being thrown away. This is what modern, sustainable luxury is all about. We hope that you, too, see the beauty in Kintsugi, a practice which conveys the Japanese spirit.

18/11/2025

Adorned Kintsugi: Celestial Fragments in Gold and Light
An exquisite Ko-Imari bowl reimagined through urushi lacquer, 24K gold, and luminous raden inlay — a dialogue between past and present.

Restored and adorned by urushi lacquer artist .hata ,
the surface glows with layers of pure gold, its radiant expanse quietly embracing what was once lost.
Subtle traces of mother-of-pearl shimmer within, echoing light across time — a serene harmony between earth and sky.

More than restoration, this piece is a meditation on resilience, craftsmanship, and the quiet radiance found in imperfection.

💎 Now available for discerning collectors.
Explore the full story via the link in our bio.

26/10/2025

✨ New Artist Spotlight ✨
We’re pleased to welcome a new artist, to The Kintsugi Labo JAPAN.

Rio Hashimoto, born in Shiga and based in Kyoto, holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Urushi lacquering from Kyoto City University of Arts (completed in 2025).
Her practice expands the expressive possibilities of urushi lacquer beyond tradition — from sculpture to video installation.
By embracing what is often excluded or overlooked, she challenges conventional notions of beauty and explores the subtle space between empathy and rejection in human perception.

Her latest Kintsugi-inspired artwork is currently on view at Artist Gate 2025 at A-LAB, Amagasaki city, a group exhibition celebrating emerging Japanese artists.
Through her work, she confronts "impurity," exploring the boundary between acceptance and rejection.
She aims to transform fleeting sensations of discomfort and repulsion into meaningful experiences that can bring about change within viewers.

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A-LAB Exhibition Vol.49 | Artist Gate 2025
Work Title: 「卓上にのらない腐ったものについて」
(About rotten items that don't make the table.)
Artist: Rio Hashimoto
📅 October 18 – December 14, 2025
🕙 10AM–6PM (Closed Tuesdays)
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Another great news!📣
Her two debut Kintsugi pieces at The Kintsugi Labo JAPAN have already been sold,
but three new creations will be available soon!🌿.

We’re proud to support both seasoned lacquer masters and young, talented lacquer artists alike, all of whom preserve and reimagine the timeless beauty of urushi lacquer.

Discover and collect their works via link in our bio 🔍

07/10/2025

🌿 The Kintsugi Mastery Program 2025 has come to a close.

Beyond technique, true artistry grows from awareness—learning, reflecting, and evolving through every experience.

Thanks to the compassionate guidance of our master, , and the steady support of the team, she reached this milestone.

We sincerely hope she continues to deepen her craft, discover her own rhythm of expression, and share the allure and beauty of urushi with the world. May her artistry grow alongside her spirit. ✨

Wishing you all the best on your journey ahead, 🌸

27/09/2025

🌿 Kintsugi Mastery Program 2025 – Midway Reflections 🌿

This journey continues to reveal the depth of Japanese lacquer artistry, from exploring the limitless possibilities of urushi through hands-on experiments to the delicate practices of gold leaf application and powder sprinkling.

Our master gave her a gift of a knife with her name engraved on it 🎁

We were also honored to have local media cover the event and share her thoughts on and passion for kintsugi and urushi.

The program is only halfway, yet the spirit of urushi continues to inspire us all.

Stay tuned as we carry this exploration forward ✨

22/09/2025

Our 2025 Kintsugi Mastery Program has officially begun. 🌿
From London to Japan, a talented Kintsugi artist has joined us in our master’s studio to deepen her skills in traditional urushi restoration—through both thoughtful lectures and hands-on practice.

We’re honored to accompany her on this journey and look forward to seeing her growth and accomplishments. Stay tuned as her artistry continues to unfold. ✨

Special thanks to our master and the dedicated artistry of 🌿✨

08/09/2025

Thank you for 4 wonderful years with us 🧡

Since opening our web store in 2021, we’ve had the honor of sharing the quiet beauty of Kintsugi with collectors around the world 🌏

Every Kintsugi piece we create carries a quiet reverence—
for imperfection, for renewal, and for the enduring legacy of urushi lacquer 🌿

As we reflect on four years of sharing this craft, we thank you deeply for being part of our journey 🙏

With tradition in our hands and beauty in every fracture,
we look forward to what lies ahead ✨

Photo by .fotografo

26/08/2025

✨ New Release: Earthen Pulse — A Shigaraki Ware Kintsugi Collection ✨

More than restoration, these works are a rebirth.
Our master has revitalized three Shigaraki ware cups through sophisticated urushi techniques—yakitsuke-urushi (fired lacquer), kawarinuri (layered lacquer art), and haku-e (gilded leaf painting)—transforming them into truly original creations.

🍂 No.1: The Genesis — A poem of creation, woven from flame and foil.
🌊 No.2: The Expression — The dynamism of renewal, revealed in Kawarinuri’s depth.
🕊️ No.3: The Ritual — A contemplative harmony of gold and urushi, inviting stillness.

Each is a singular work of Kintsugi art, embodying the timeless philosophy of wabi-sabi. 🍵

💎 Available now for discerning collectors. 💎
✨ Witness our master’s exquisite craftsmanship in the detailed video on our website.
Secure your one-of-a-kind piece via the link in our bio.

23/07/2025

✨ A Heartfelt Milestone ✨
We’re honored to share that we’ve reached 150 authentic Kintsugi pieces sold across 15 countries. 🌍
Our 150th piece—a refined Oribe ware matcha bowl—has just been shipped to a collector in Virginia, USA. 🇺🇸

This journey wouldn’t be possible without you.
To our patrons, our master, and the talented lacquer artists we work with—thank you from the bottom of our hearts🙏

We’re currently redesigning our website to introduce even more exceptional Kintsugi and urushi lacquer works. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

💛 Every golden seam carries your support—and a quiet celebration of resilience and beauty.

🍵 Begin your Kintsugi journey—link in bio.

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Ritto-shi, Shiga