Authentic Kintsugi Fruit Bowl, Blue Arita ware
$559.00 AUD
Product Description
<About Kintsugi Part>
After carefully joining the broken pieces using urushi (Japanese natural lacquer), finishing with the 24-karat gold powder by sprinkling to decorate the joined parts. In order to make gold of Kintsugi portion show up more on the blue vessels, the vessel is carefully polished with polishing powder on the fingers at last.
<About the Original Vessel>
This is Arita porcelain produced in Kyushu. Unfortunately, it has been broken at the wholesaler by the earthquake.
Arita town in Saga Prefecture, is the birthplace of Japanese porcelain, which was first produced in the early 1600s when high-quality stones for raw materials of porcelain were found in the area (northwest of Kyushu) and craftsmen from Korea introduced manufacturing techniques.
At first, they made imitations of Chinese porcelain, but from the mid-17th century onward, they gradually began to express Japanese-style patterns. At the same time, China's dynasty changed from Ming to Qing, and porcelain exports declined dramatically. Dutch merchants involved in exports sought alternative porcelain and turned their attention to Arita ware porcelain. Since then, Arita ware has been exported extensively as a status symbol of the European aristocracy.
<Thoughts Behind the Piece>
Make this beautiful blue vessel look like the earth. Although there are national borders in the earth, we hope that Kintsugi will become an art form that transcends differences and brings people together. Hope you will enjoy the Kintsugi earth with a beautiful contrast of blue and gold in your hand.
Why don't you spend a mindful time with one-of-a-kind Kintsugi pottery?
May you feel the beauty of the imperfection of Kintsugi.
All materials we use are natural and do not have any risks of toxicity.
The piece comes with a paulownia box, including care advises and a certificate of origin and quality.
Product Details
| Size |
Ø170 H50mm |
| Weight |
265g |
| Material |
Vessel: Porcelain Kintsugi portion: the 24k gold, natural Japanese lacquer |
| Production Days | 2 months |
| Kintsugi Artist |
Nobuyasu Suginaka, Shiga JAPAN |
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Production area of vessel |
Arita ware, Saga prefecture JAPAN |
| Usage | Tableware (food-safe) |
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Care & Food Safety
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- 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.
📱 See our packing on Instagram — @kintsugilabo
🚚 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.
- DHL does not deliver to PO Boxes.
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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).
- 🎁 Gift orders: Duty notifications go to you (the buyer), not the recipient. If unpaid by the deadline, DHL may contact the recipient directly.
- ⚠️ Unpaid duties may delay delivery or return the package; return shipping may be deducted from refunds.
The Craft Behind the Beauty
Understanding the Art of Kintsugi
| 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. |
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