Kintsugi:
The Ancient Japanese Aesthetic of Sustainable Upcycling
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The ancient Japanese aesthetic of celebrating the beauty of imperfection and honoring the history of an object is artfully brought to life in the broken pottery.
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What's Kintsugi?
"金継ぎ" 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. The typical way of thinking is that broken vessels must be discarded. 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, the 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.
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Nobuyasu Suginaka
Meet Nobuyasu Suginaka, a skilled Japanese lacquer artist with over 35 years of experience who is passionate about enhancing the beauty of imperfection. His long cultivated Kintsugi and Maki-e techniques make each piece unique and artistic. Join the journey and discover the timeless, sustainable art of Kintsugi!
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Think you have no choice but to throw away your treasured vessel when it breaks? That's when Kintsugi comes in!
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Embrace sustainability and exclusivity with our Kintsugi pieces!
We collect and artfully revive broken Japanese pottery using the traditional Kintsugi technique, saving it from being discarded. Not readily available overseas, these hand-painted or handmade treasures are filled with the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship.
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News -Kintsugi Month At Pantechnicon
Released on Sep 21st, 2022

Featured on the website of the Embassy of Japan in the UK
Released on Aug 29th, 2022

An online lecture and demonstration about Kintsugi at the event themed ceramics "Ardis2022"
Hold on Apr 8th, 2022
