“Nothing is more hallowing than the union of kindred spirits in art.”

— Kakuzō Okakura, The Book of Tea (1906)

The Kintsugi Labo JAPAN brings you the sustainable world view that is not “good as new”, but “better than new”.
Our Kintsugi is a Contemporary Art that reconnects a world that has been divided.

Row of authentic kintsugi cups and bowls displayed on red cloth before a hanging scroll in a Japanese tatami room

Embrace Timeless Japanese Beauty

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.

The Ancient Japanese Aesthetic of Sustainable Upcycling

Our Approach to Sustainable Kintsugi

Rooted in Nature

Crafted using traditional, natural urushi lacquer rooted in Japan's ancient heritage.

Sustainable Sourcing

We breathe new life into authentically broken pieces sourced from our trusted partners.

Eco-Friendly Delivery

Shipped in renewable paulownia wooden boxes via DHL's GoGreen Plus service.

Collector Stories

Authentic Japanese Kintsugi: Collector Reviews

200+ pieces collected across 15+ countries

Authentic 24K gold kintsugi Kyoto ware matcha bowl Emerald Meridian, front view: an urushi and 24K gold seam climbs the spiral-ridged emerald crackle glaze from foot to rim.
★★★★★

True to the Ancient Art Form

I love that you choose beautiful, unique porcelains and are true to the ancient art form. It is so special!

Mary G.

Georgia, USA

September 2026

4-Piece Collector
Ko-Imari cup with authentic kintsugi repair seams finished in 24K gold, cobalt spirals, and moon-and-star urushi decoration.
★★★★★

Exquisite, One-of-a-Kind Kintsugi

It is very unique. The detail is exquisite! The process of sealing the broken pieces back together and the delicate artwork that was added is beyond words. The artist, Keiko Hata, is extremely talented. I feel as though my piece was made for me. The owners Ken and Michie are wonderful and have great talent and a great company!

Janet S.

Florida, USA

August 2026

Acquired in Japan
24K gold kintsugi Ko-Imari sake cup with rankaku eggshell inlay by Rio Hashimoto — a wedding gift chosen by a returning buyer from Maryland
★★★★★

So Beautiful Wedding Gift, Perfectly Presented

Once again I am so happy to receive a beautiful piece of art created by you. This is a wedding gift and I know they will treasure it for years to come. Someday, I’ll purchase a piece for me. Thank you too for the beautiful packaging. I wish I knew how to wrap the piece in the envelope fashion as you did. Perfect from start to finish. Hope you continue to thrive and remain healthy to enjoy every day!

Denise R.

Maryland, USA

April 2026

2-Piece Collector
Authentic 24K gold kintsugi Ko-Imari matcha bowl with hand-painted blue garden motif by artisan Rio Hashimoto — praised as the most beautiful kintsugi by a verified buyer from Oregon.
★★★★★

The Most Beautiful Kintsugi

Thank you for the most beautiful Kintsugi. My family will treasure it for many, many years!

Hood H.

Oregon, USA

April 2026

First Piece Collector
24K gold kintsugi Kyoto ware footed mug Petals in Stillness with delicate floral brushwork — exceptional customer care and thoughtful design praised by a verified buyer from North Dakota.
★★★★★

Thoughtful Design, Exceptional Customer Care

I was traveling in Japan and purchased a Kintsugi piece online as a gift. They arranged for it to be delivered quickly right to my hotel just in time for check-in, which was amazing. The design really stood out, and the customer service was exceptional from start to finish.

Charles G.

North Dakota, USA

March 2026

First Piece Collector
24K gold kintsugi early Noritake cup and saucer The Gilded Garden with ivory porcelain and gold restoration — chosen as the perfect birthday gift by a verified buyer from Florida
★★★★★

The Perfect Gifts — Authentic

I ordered two Kintsugi pieces as birthday gifts with message cards. What I love most about them is that they feel truly authentic.

Michael W.

Florida, USA

March 2026

2-Piece Collector
24K gold kintsugi Arita bowl Swallow in Flight with graceful bird motif — a beautiful kintsugi bowl truly loved as a gift, praised by a returning customer from Dublin Ireland
★★★★★

A Beautiful Kintsugi Bowl My Wife Truly Loves

Your kintsugi Arita bowl arrived safely and just in time for Valentine’s Day. My wife loves it and was especially delighted by the swallow in flight, which adds a beautiful and elegant touch to the bowl. Thank you for creating such a beautiful and meaningful piece. It is something we will truly enjoy having in our home.

Peter S.

Dublin, Ireland

February 2026

3-Piece Collector
24K gold kintsugi Kyoto ware matcha bowl Thunder God's Path with hand-painted Fujin Raijin design — exceptional craftsmanship beautifully wrapped with care, praised by a verified buyer in Yokosuka Japan.
★★★★★

Exceptional Craftsmanship, Beautifully Wrapped with Care

I'm so impressed with the 24K Gold Kintsugi Kyoto Ware Matcha Bowl, Thunder God's Path. The packaging alone was incredible, it felt like the wrapping itself was a work of art. The bowl is stunning, with beautiful golden seams that showcase the uniqueness of Kintsugi. It's a perfect blend of history and craftsmanship, and I'll display this piece with pride and joy. Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates beautiful, meaningful items.

Richard D.

Yokosuka, Japan

December 2025

First Piece Collector
24K gold kintsugi Arita ware sake cup with celadon glaze in pale blue-green — authentic Japanese craftsmanship praised by a verified buyer from Arizona
★★★★★

Authentic Japanese Craftsmanship!

They pieces are authentic Kintsugi from Japan made by Japanese traditional trained artisans.

Michelle W.

Arizona, USA

September 2025

2-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware teacup with colorful aka-e bird and floral painting and vermilion urushi repair — breathtaking craftsmanship praised by a returning customer from Dublin Ireland.
★★★★★

The Beauty Of The Craftsmanship!

The beauty of the craftsmanship is truly breathtaking! It's clear that so much care and skill go into every creation, making it a joy to own and treasure.

Peter S.

Dublin, Ireland

March 2025

3-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Arita ware tea cup with distinctive blackish layers glaze and 24K gold repair — a masterpiece of Japanese craftsmanship praised by a verified buyer from Quebec Canada.
★★★★★

A Masterpiece of Japanese Craftsmanship – Truly Grateful!

Just receive it today, and it was wonderful, not to mention the craftsmanship behind this repair, truly a work of japan talent, I'm very grateful to the artist and the team!! Thank you!! Love from Canada!!

Jarod A.

Quebec, Canada

February 2025

First Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware Oribe sake cup with green glaze and bold 24K gold diagonal line — genuine insight into kintsugi artistry praised by an on-site buyer from Florida.
★★★★★

Genuine Insight into Kintsugi Artistry

The authenticity of the presentation and process of explaining the thought behind each piece of Kintsugi.

Stephen P.

Florida, USA

December 2024

Acquired in Japan
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware sake cup Purple Ko-chi with delicate botanical pattern and vermilion urushi network — embracing imperfect beauty, praised by on-site buyers from Sydney Australia
★★★★★

Embracing Imperfect Beauty

This kintsugi piece perfectly captures the beauty of life's imperfections. Each repair tells a story, making it more than art - it's a daily reminder that flaws can become our most beautiful features.

Angelique and Phil

Sydney, Australia

September 2024

Acquired in Japan
Unique kintsugi Shigaraki ware sake cup Metallic Black with gintsugi silver repair — a dream fulfilled, praised by a returning customer from Ontario Canada
★★★★★

A Dream Fulfilled: Kintsugi in My New Home

I first learned about kintsugi a decade ago and dreamed of owning a piece. Now, as my husband and I move to a new home after nearly 50 years, these kintsugi pieces will bring beauty, resilience, and renewal into our space. Holding them in my hands feels like a prayer for healing in the world.

Karen C.

Ontario, Canada

August 2024

6-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware Bamboo sake cup with 24K gold rim repair — beautiful work embodying the philosophy of kintsugi, praised by a verified buyer from Florida
★★★★★

Beautiful Work

I love the philosophy behind Kintsugi. This piece perfectly embodies the beauty of imperfection.

Adam L.

Florida, USA

April 2024

First Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Shigaraki ware tea cup Nashiji with warm earth-toned glaze and 24K gold repair — reflecting our beautiful imperfections, praised by a returning customer from Ontario Canada
★★★★★

Kintsugi: Reflecting Our Imperfections

Unique reflection of the brokenness of each of us, and the transformation that is possible into beauty.

Karen C.

Ontario, Canada

April 2024

6-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware sake cup Red Sansui with landscape painting and 24K gold repair — a testament to authentic craftsmanship, praised by an on-site buyer from Texas
★★★★★

A Testament To The Authentic Craftsmanship!

We love our kintsugi sake cup. It was created with an incredible attention to detail. The information that was given to us during the process was so interesting and made the piece much more special.

Rodney B.

Texas, USA

March 2024

Acquired in Japan
Unique kintsugi Black Oribe ware matcha bowl with multi-technique gold repair — timeless techniques and stunning craftsmanship, praised by a verified buyer from South Carolina
★★★★★

Timeless Techniques, Stunning Kintsugi!

The craftsmanship is exceptional, with a strong emphasis on the use of natural, traditional processes and ingredients. It's evident that great care and attention to detail is invested in every step, resulting in a product that not only looks beautiful, but also honors ancient techniques.

Simone C.

South Carolina, USA

February 2024

First Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware sake cup Blooming Flowers with hand-painted floral design and 24K gold repair — unique and beautiful craftsmanship, praised by a verified buyer from NSW Australia
★★★★★

Unique & Beautiful Craftmanship

I was truly impressed by the unique and beautiful craftsmanship. It's clear that each piece is crafted with an incredible amount of care and precision, resulting in a truly unique work of art.

Luke M.

NSW, Australia

January 2024

First Piece Collector
Unique kintsugi antique Imari sake cup Reticulate with intricate woven pattern — thoughtful design and exquisite beauty, praised by on-site buyers from California
★★★★★

Thoughtful Design, Exquisite Beauty

The quality, the beautiful aesthetic, the deep thoughtfulness behind the design, the texture and the story behind the craft.

Chris & Emilia P.

California, USA

December 2023

Acquired in Japan
Authentic kintsugi arita ware tea bowl with dark gray and green pattern and 24K gold repair — beautiful and trustworthy, praised by a verified buyer from Tokyo Japan
★★★★★

Beautiful & A Trustworthy Merchant!

The craftsmanship is beautiful and I love that you were able to ship the piece to me. It was very well packed.

Jennifer M.

Tokyo, JAPAN

December 2023

First Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware fruit bowl Colored Carp with vibrant hand-painted design and 24K gold repair — thought and care in every piece, praised by an on-site buyer from Hawaii
★★★★★

Thought & Care In Every Piece

I love that it is original, and that so much thought and work went into each piece.

Leila P.

Hawaii, USA

November 2023

Acquired in Japan
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware cup in dark gray with gold sakura blossom accent — impressed by authenticity, praised by an on-site buyer from London UK
★★★★★

Impressed By Authenticity

The authenticity of the product and the presentation of everything. I also enjoyed the beginning where you are educated on the history of kintsugi.

Teilo P.

London, UK

September 2023

Acquired in Japan
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware sake cup Woods with green botanical design and 24K gold repair — a memorable kintsugi journey, praised by an on-site buyer from California.
★★★★★

A Memorable Kintsugi Journey

Michie, Ken & Yasu were wonderful hosts, offering a memorable Kintsugi experience. Our package from Kintsugi Labo arrived safely, and the completed Kintsugi small plates hold special meaning with the stamped date on the back. The Kintsugi sake cup is a beautiful addition to our collection. Thanks for everything!

Thelma Z.

California, USA

June 2023

Acquired in Japan
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware sake cup White Glaze with elegant simplicity and 24K gold repair — simplicity refined, praised by a returning customer from Basel Switzerland
★★★★★

Simplicity Refined

Simple, elegant, uplifting!

Farhad R.

Basel, Switzerland

June 2023

4-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Ko-Imari soup cup Blue Dragon with antique blue and white porcelain and 24K gold repair — beauty in brokenness, praised by a verified buyer from California
★★★★★

Beauty In Brokenness

The dragon bowl was made even more beautiful through its brokenness as it was expertly re-crafted by The Kintsugi Labo. I couldn’t be happier with my beautiful unique piece of pottery.

Heather C.

California, USA

March 2023

First Piece Collector
Unique kintsugi Kyoto ware mug Playing Animals with traditional figurative painting and gold repair — swift and stunning delivery, praised by a verified buyer from California.
★★★★★

Swift&Stunning!

Fast delivery, high quality, beautiful work, certification included!

Julia K.

California, USA

March 2023

2-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Shigaraki ware cafe cup Crystal Red with warm red speckled glaze and 24K gold repair — beautiful Shigaraki ware tea cup with fast delivery, praised by a returning customer from Basel Switzerland.
★★★★★

Beautiful Kintsugi, Fast Delivery & Great Business Model!

It arrived very quickly and Beautiful Shigaraki ware tea cup, even more beautiful after the repair! Congratulations to Mr Suginaka, and also to Michie and Ken for this way of supporting local artists and businesses!

Farhad R.

Basel, Switzerland

February 2023

4-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware matcha bowl Black Glaze with deep black finish and 24K gold repair — a trusted and satisfying purchase from The Kintsugi Labo, praised by an on-site buyer from Texas.
★★★★★

A Trusted And Satisfying Purchase

Among the many shops selling "Kintsugi like" pieces, The Kintsugi Labo JAPAN is the only one I trusted for authentic Kintsugi. The price range is reasonable considering the superb techniques and value of the original vessels. I'm delighted to have purchased such a beautiful Kintsugi pottery during my stay in Japan.

Casey F.

Texas, USA

December 2022

Acquired in Japan
Neo Kintsugi Serving Plate — 5-Star Review from Queensland Australia
★★★★★

Stunning Craftsmanship

I purchased 3 Neo Kintsugi serving plates, they are stunning!!! The quality & workmanship is just beautiful. I would highly recommend The Kintsugi Lab to anyone looking for something a little different. Also their customer service is second to none.

Lynne G.

Queensland, Australia

November 2022

3-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi sake cup Shonzui Mon Pattern with traditional blue and white design and 24K gold repair — a beautiful piece with an inspiring business model, praised by a returning customer from Washington.
★★★★★

A Beautiful Piece With An Inspiring Business Model

My son adores the kintsugi sake cup I bought from you. It's a truly beautiful piece with skillful repairs. The extra gifts and natural box were appreciated. Your website's philosophy and business model enrich our experience. Thank you!

Susan K.

Washington, USA

August 2022

3-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi tea bowl Yo-hen with luminous glaze transformation and 24K gold repair — an authentic and meaningful gift, praised by a verified buyer from Kentucky.
★★★★★

Authentic And Meaningful Gift

I purchased a beautiful piece for my stepdaughter - not only is it beautiful and authentic but it comes with a story if it’s history and meaning - what an amazing gift!

Karen C.

Georgia, USA

June 2022

First Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Kyoto ware sake cup Tenmoku Cosmos with deep tenmoku glaze and 24K gold repair — a beautifully restored cup making the perfect gift, praised by a verified buyer from Massachusetts.
★★★★★

Beautifully Restored Cup Makes Perfect Gift

I purchased a beautifully restored cup as a gift for my wife. It was well packaged and promptly delivered to her in the US. She loved it!

Jason P.

Massachusetts, USA

May 2022

First Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi sake cup Mon Pattern with traditional crest design and 24K gold repair — elegant and timeless kintsugi tableware, praised by a returning customer from Texas.
★★★★★

Elegant And Timeless Kintsugi Tableware

I ordered 3 elegant neo-style rectangular plates and a stunning traditional kintsugi tea bowl. They surpassed my expectations in person and make perfect gifts. The pricing is fair, and the packaging and shipping were remarkable. I'm delighted to have found your studio and look forward to future purchases or visiting in person

Taku N.

Texas, USA

April 2022

4-Piece Collector
Unique kintsugi sweets cup Ninja with sculptural form and gold repair — the perfect wedding gift with wonderful customer service, praised by a verified buyer from Maryland.
★★★★★

Perfect Wedding Gift And Wonderful Customer Service

I received the perfect gift for my nephews wedding. Thank you so very much!!! I hope I can wait until the wedding to give it to him. You have been an absolute pleasure to correspond with and I look forward to making more purchases in the future. *And the special note from you - beautiful 💕

Denise R.

Maryland, USA

March 2022

2-Piece Collector
Authentic kintsugi Hagi ware matcha bowl with natural warm glaze and museum-worthy 24K gold repair — stunning vessel with excellent service, praised by a verified buyer from Utah
★★★★★

Beautiful Kintsugi Hagi Vessel, Excellent Service

The Hagi-style vessel is stunning, and Mr. Suginaka's kintsugi repair is museum-worthy. I'm grateful to have found your import business, connecting artisans and appreciative customers like me. I look forward to being a loyal customer and sharing my positive experience with others.

Ryan C.

Utah, USA

December 2021

First Piece Collector

Meet the Artists Behind the Pieces

Urushi & Kintsugi Artists

Each of our Kintsugi pieces is created by professional lacquer artists with a deep mastery of traditional Japanese urushi techniques.

Urushi Lacquer Artist Holding Nature’s Stillness

Keiko Hata

Urushi Lacquer Artist With Pictorial Expressions

Maki Mizuno

Urushi Lacquer Artist Coating Margin into Value

Rio Hashimoto

Urushi Lacquer Artist Reflecting Memory and Refuge

Saki Moriyama

Master Urushi Artisan with Over 40 Years of Practice

Nobuyasu Suginaka

Nationally Certified Urushi Master

Seisaku Nakajima

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Original Lacquer Works, Rooted in Tradition

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Art

Natural urushi—the lacquer used in kintsugi—has shaped Japanese art for centuries. Layer by layer, our artists create depth and texture that shift with the light and mature over time. For collectors drawn to kintsugi, urushi art offers a new expression to discover.

A Beautiful Foolishness

"Let us dream of evanescence, and linger in the beautiful foolishness of things."

— Kakuzō Okakura, The Book of Tea (1906)

Traditional kintsugi and urushi artworks are created by applying countless layers of urushi lacquer, each of which is cured and polished by hand. The result is more than just a restored vessel or lacquered surface. It is time made visible.

By any practical measure, this devotion seems foolish. Yet, within those unhurried hours, a quiet beauty endures, long after the world asks for everything to be faster.