A lacquer artist restoring a Ko-Imari sake cup with natural urushi and 24K gold, showing the kintsugi process in the studio.

Rotating view of a Ko-Imari sake cup in blue and white sometsuke porcelain with 24K gold kintsugi seams, turning to show the full restoration.

24K Gold Kintsugi Ko-Imari Sake Cup | Arcs Above Longevity

Name: 24K Gold Kintsugi Ko-Imari Sake Cup | Arcs Above Longevity
Brand: The Kintsugi Labo JAPAN
SKU: AT0172
Price: 1058.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

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$1,058.00 AUD

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One-of-a-kind

Food Safe

Certified Authentic

Restored by Rio Hashimoto

Hand-restored in Japan with traditional kintsugi techniques using natural urushi lacquer.

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Porcelain of Good Fortune

This sake cup is descende from Ko-Imari, Japan's 17th- and 18th-century export porcelain. During that time, wares shipped from the port of Imari furnished European courts. Its sometsuke cobalt decoration follows the Syonzui manner, framing medallions bearing the character for longevity — a blessing to be lived with.

Arcs Traced in Gold

The kintsugi restoration descends from the rim in paired arcs that converge above the longevity medallions. Over the course of four months, Rio Hashimoto, a lacquer artist who holds a Master’s degree in Lacquer Arts from Kyoto City University of Arts and has presented several solo exhibitions, rejoined the fragments with natural urushi and finished each seam in 24K gold. She then brought the piece to a roiro finish, the most refined surface achievable in urushi. Her work continues a discipline refined across centuries of Japanese lacquer practice.

Seen from Within

The most intimate view of this cup belongs to its owner. The gold arcs extend beyond the outer wall, crossing the rim and meeting within the white interior. The composition is not complete until the cup is lifted. The interior line follows a fracture path that occurred once and will not recur, making this Ko-Imari cup unique in the collection.

About vessel:

Type: Porcelain
Origin: Ko-Imari ware

Materials used:

24K gold powder
Natural urushi lacquer

Production time (in months): 4

Care & Food Safety

- After use, wash the pieces using a soft sponge and foodsafe detergent.
- Rinse them in lukewarm or cool water and completely dry them using a soft dish cloth.
- Do not soak them in hot or cold water for long periods of time. This may cause the urushi or maki-e lacquer to peel or fracture.
- The urushi (Japanese lacquer) may break or the maki-e lacquer decoration may peel off if the piece is dropped or if it collides with other hard objects. Please handle these pieces carefully.
- Do not place these pieces in the microwave or dishwasher.

Safe for Everyday Use:
Restored with natural, non-toxic materials, our Kintsugi piece is safe for everyday use - no worries about leaks or harmful chemicals.

📦 Inside the Box

A traditional paulownia wood box (except for some flatware), with a Store Card, Care Instructions, and Certificate of Authenticity & Quality.

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🚚 Worldwide Delivery

Ships in 2–3 business days via DHL Express (international, tracked) or Japan Post (domestic). Estimated transit to USA, UK, Canada, and Australia: 1–2 weeks, subject to local customs.
We ship to USA, UK, Canada, Australia, France, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Malaysia, Ireland, Brazil, Spain, and Japan. Contact us for other destinations.
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🛃 Duties & Taxes (DAP)

Our prices do not include import duties or taxes — these are set by your country's customs and are the buyer's responsibility. DHL will email you a secure payment link before delivery; once paid, your order is cleared and delivered.

🇺🇸 U.S. customers: a 10% import duty applies (effective February 24, 2026, subject to U.S. policy).
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⚠️ Unpaid duties may delay delivery or return the package; return shipping may be deducted from refunds.

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Gift-Ready Presentation

Paulownia Wood Box

Hand-stamped paulownia wood box, crafted in Japan — gift-ready.

Gift Message Card

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🛃 Shipping at a Glance

Shipped worldwide from Japan via DHL Express— shipping is complimentary.
All prices exclude duties & taxes.
U.S. Orders — Approximately 10% duty (subject to U.S. policy), billed by DHL before delivery.

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Front view of a blue and white Ko-Imari sake cup with 24K gold kintsugi seams arcing down from the rim across cobalt panels and longevity medallions, restored with natural urushi.

24K Gold Kintsugi Ko-Imari Sake Cup | Arcs Above Longevity

$1,058.00 AUD

The Craft Behind the Beauty

Understanding the Art of Kintsugi

Urushi artist applying 24K gold powder by hand to the kintsugi seam of a sometsuke (blue-and-white) porcelain piece — The Kintsugi Labo JAPAN

Kintsugi (金継ぎ) — from kin (gold) and tsugi (to mend) — is the Japanese art of restoring broken pottery with natural urushi lacquer, adorned with powdered gold, silver, or colored urushi.

Though it's often called "golden joinery" in the West, the visible gold is only the finish — every kintsugi restoration is, fundamentally, an urushi lacquer technique. In Japan, kintsugi is understood as one expression within a broader tradition of urushi arts spanning thousands of years.

Rooted in wabi-sabi, it embraces imperfection and renewal — honoring a vessel's history rather than concealing it.

→ Read the full story on our Essence page

Urushi (漆) is natural sap harvested from the lacquer tree, used in Japanese craft for over 5,500 years. In kintsugi, urushi is the actual material that mends, fills, and seals every fracture — the gold or silver powder is decoration applied over it.

As urushi cures, it forms a remarkably strong film with properties no synthetic adhesive can replicate:

Strong adhesion — ensures durable restoration
Water resistance — protects against leaks
Chemical resistance — withstands acids, alkalis, salts, and alcohols
Thermal insulation — shields against heat
Natural antiseptic — resists bacteria and fungi

These qualities make every urushi-restored piece food-safe, leak-proof, and suited for daily use — not only display. As a renewable, biodegradable material, urushi also reflects the sustainable spirit of traditional Japanese craft.

Authentic kintsugi takes 4–5 months per piece, never shortened by synthetic substitutes. The process unfolds in three stages:

Mending — Cracks, chips, or fractures are filled with urushi lacquer, blended with other natural materials when extra strength is needed.
Layering — Restored areas are coated, dried, and polished across multiple cycles to build a smooth, durable base.
Finishing — Metal powder is applied: pure gold most often, sometimes silver (gintsugi) or colored urushi (iro-urushitsugi), chosen to honor the original vessel.

→ Learn more about the kintsugi techniques

Kintsugi Is More Than Gold

Kintsugi is not defined by gold alone. The essence of the craft lies in the restoration process using natural urushi lacquer. Gold, silver, and colored urushi lacquers are simply different traditional finishes, each chosen to complement the vessel's character.
All are authentic expressions of kintsugi.

Finish on This Piece: Kintsugi

Three kintsugi finishes — gold (kintsugi), silver (gintsugi), and colored urushi (iro-urushitsugi)

Style	Finishing Material	Aesthetic & Philosophy
Kintsugi 金継ぎ	Pure 24K gold powder	The classic finish — warm, luxurious, and rooted in history.
Gintsugi 銀継ぎ	Fine silver powder	A cooler, contemporary register — serene and modern in feel.
Iro-Urushitsugi 色漆継ぎ	Colored urushi	An expressive choice — vivid pigment harmonizing with the vessel's character.

Certificate of Authenticity for an authentic Kintsugi artwork, printed on traditional Japanese washi paper with our original artisan seal, certifying handcrafted urushi lacquer restoration made in Japan.

Verified Authentic

A Certificate of Authenticity with Every Piece

Every kintsugi piece comes with a Certificate of Authenticity & Quality — verifying its Japanese origin, natural urushi materials, and traditional craftsmanship.

Printed on Japanese washi paper (a craft refined over 1,300 years) and stamped with our original brand seal, the certificate is itself a small work of Japanese art.

Cherish it alongside your one-of-a-kind piece.

What Our Collectors Say

Verified Kintsugi Reviews from Around the World

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 !

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Thoughtfully Crafted with Sustainability in Every step

The Philosophy Behind Our Kintsugi

Traditional Craftsmanship

Restored with authentic urushi methods and natural materials, completely free from synthetic additives.

Thoughtful Sourcing

Each piece begins as a genuinely broken Japanese ceramic sourced from our trusted partners.

Premium Packaging

Elegantly protected in a sustainable paulownia box and delivered with carbon-neutral transit.

Our Eco Kintsugi Commitment

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