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Beginner's Kintsugi Workshop

Learn the beginner's Kintsugi method in just 2 hours!

Kintsugi Australia

5.0 (2,592)

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2 hours

1 to 8 (public classes), 4 to 14 (private) (private classes)

$135 (Afterpay available)

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What you'll do

Learn the wonderful art of Kintsugi at our beginner workshops in Sydney. Kintsugi is the ancient Japanese art of mending broken pottery using lacquer with gold, platinum or silver, dating back to 15th-century Japan.

The philosophy of Kintsugi is that an object is sometimes broken but that's part of its life. Rather than throwing it away, it can be repaired, with the cracks left visible to show its history and its story. It's a beautiful art to learn, and a genuinely sustainable one.

This beginner's class uses an original technique developed by Kintsugi Australia to make Modern Kintsugi easy for anyone to pick up, using materials you can buy in local stores here in Australia. You'll learn the basic techniques using modern materials like epoxy glue and putty, and we'll explain exactly where to get them—so once you've done this class, you'll be able to repair your own pieces at home.

Please note:

Let us know if you have any allergies.
We do not recommend this workshop if you’re pregnant due to the use of epoxy glue and putty.
This workshop can be booked privately for groups of 4 or more—please get in touch.
We provide all materials and a broken plate for you to work on. Plates vary depending on availability.
The gold powder used in this Workshop is not pure gold.

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We are located in the heart of Sydney CBD, very close to Pitt street mall, and with easy access to QVB, Town Hall, Wynyard and Martin Place station. We recommend using public transportation, especially on weekdays.

Upcoming dates for Beginner's Kintsugi Workshop

Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 9 Oct 2026, 2:50am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

210 upcoming dates between 9 Oct 2026 and 31 Jan 2027.

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What you'll get

A beautiful repaired Kintsugi plate
Textbook
Lots of knowledge about Kintsugi!
Tea time

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Recent reviews of Beginner's Kintsugi Workshop

5/5 from Ethne Marshall, attended Oct 2026: What a fabulous class. Karen and I thoroughly enjoyed this creative and cultural experience. Our teacher, Hisae San, was so supportive and encouraging. We would recommend this course to anyone - in our case it was a great Christmas gift! Thank you so very much.
5/5 from James Wright, attended Oct 2026: What a great class! I got the voucher for Christmas and finally got around to booking in with my boyfriend. The class is just the right balance of history, showing and actually doing. We walked away with our creative needs fulfilled for a while and two lovely kintsugi plates for our home! Our hosts were delightful.
5/5 from Leonie Macgregor, attended Oct 2026: Great workshop. Excellent teacher. Yummy treats. Learnt lots. Highly recommend.
5/5 from Konstantinos Lamprou, attended Oct 2026: Highly recommend it. The class itself is very fun and the teacher was great. She was very nice and helpful in every step of the process. I got this class as a Christmas gift for my wife. Getting the gift card and using it to book the class was very straightforward. We both enjoyed the workshop immensely.
5/5 from Mathew Smith, attended Sep 2026: So much fun, the instructors were so beautiful and passionate. Highly recommended
5/5 from Christy Bailey, attended Sep 2026: Great into to Kintsugi. 2 hours flew by and we left with a lovely piece of ceramic. Definitely recommend
5/5 from Sam Jones, attended Sep 2026: Lovely class with wonderful teachers
5/5 from Leeanne Walker, attended Sep 2026: Akki-san was a patient and generous teacher! The practical skills combined with history was a unique and wonderful experience, would recommend!
5/5 from Jesse Estoque, attended Sep 2026: Great experience, we both had a great time. Both Hisae and Akki were wonderful teachers
5/5 from Kyoko Kusumoto, attended Sep 2026: This is a great introduction to Kintsugi along with some very appropriate reflections on the Japanese way of thinking and reflection about life itself. The instructor is well-organised, clear in guiding the participants and very encouraging of each participant's efforts. Whilst Kintsugi might seem daunting at first, you are taken through each step clearly and come to realise it is accessible to everyone. A highly recommended activity that was time well spent.
5/5 from Avidelle Goldie, attended Sep 2026: Hisae was very patient and knowledgeable in my Beginners Kintsugi Workshop today. I learned a lot about the history and the steps were easy to follow. I enjoyed my time in the workshop. Thank you Hisae for your time
5/5 from Suman Rai, attended Aug 2026: I had such an amazing experience on Sunday at the Kintsugi workshop. It was a beautiful lesson about embracing imperfections and finding beauty in the process of repair.
5/5 from Jo Gibbs, attended Aug 2026: Fantastic class, so educational and enjoyable. Such generous sharing of art, culture and history. I highly recommend.
5/5 from Simone Robinson, attended Aug 2026: We really enjoyed our kintsugi workshop today! The teachers guided us through the process step by step with with humour & great professionalism. We are thrilled with the end result of our kintsugi plates! We bought a kit & we're looking forward to repairing some more ceramics!
5/5 from Erin Rice, attended Aug 2026: Our instructors Jun and Hitomi were first class! Great step by step instructions wih heaps of patience and good humour. Definitely going to attempt more solo projects at home.
5/5 from Jolly Dan, attended Aug 2026: Well paced, clear instructions:)
5/5 from Derrick Nguyen, attended Aug 2026: Highly recommended if you're interested in learning japanese culture and want to take home a skill that can be applied at home! Hisae & Akkai were very welcoming and attentive and we were made very comfortable throughout the session. It was very easy to follow along and by the end of 2 hours, we managed to bring our very own kintsugi plate home! 5/5!
5/5 from Anya Phillips, attended Aug 2026: Our teacher Jun was an absolute delight and taught us about the history of Kintsugi before guiding us through the process. It was a gift and never something we would’ve thought to book ourselves but we’ll be recommending as had so much fun! The tea and snacks provided were also delicious. Thank you Jun.
5/5 from Michael Berger, attended Aug 2026: We felt broken, my wife and I, before the workshop, but fully restored after! Not really the case but very much enjoyed the workshop.Jun was an excellent instructor, patient, knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
5/5 from Darren King, attended Aug 2026: Excellent class with great guidance and storytelling of the history of Kintsugi. Would recommend
5/5 from Laura Armstrong, attended Aug 2026: This class was excellent. Jun and Hitoshi provided lots of information about the history and technique of kintsugi, the process of making a kintsugi plate was fun and the class size was just right. And I have a beautiful plate!
5/5 from Sarah Dingle, attended Aug 2026: So great. Thanks Miyoko!!
5/5 from Deborah Sinclair, attended Aug 2026: Teachers were very welcoming and helpful. They took us through step by step to ensure everyone went home with an attractive piece.
5/5 from Magdalena Poulin, attended Aug 2026: I really enjoyed the Beginner’s Kintsugi Workshop, which I did with a friend. The experience felt very authentic and was both creative and relaxing. The instructor was professional, welcoming and very supportive, and the customer service was excellent throughout. Overall, it was a lovely and very pleasant experience — I’d definitely recommend it!
5/5 from James Luis, attended Aug 2026: Hisae-san was a great teacher, very friendly, helpful and patient. This is a really fun class that is also very relaxing, highly recommend it.
5/5 from Charlotte & Rory, attended Aug 2026: My partner and I did a kintsugi workshop for our 5-year anniversary and we really enjoyed it. Jun and Hitomi were very accomodating and organised, even sending us a message prior to the workshop that the lift was out of order and to use the stairs. During the workshop, they clearly showed the techniques of Kintsugi so that the group could follow, they monitored us and encouraged us. We're very happy with the result! Even though it was a bit challenging at times, we never felt rushed to complete a step in the process. You can see they are both passionate about the art of Kintsugi and are very knowledgeable about it. We appreciated learning a bit about the background of the art form and about their journey to build their business! Thanks again!
5/5 from Astrid Joseph, attended Aug 2026: Jun and Hitomi explained everything so well and was very patient. I learned a lot
4/5 from Marie-Anne Pham, attended Aug 2026: I went as a birthday present for my partner to a Kintsugi workshop. The Teachers were lovely and provided a pleasant, relaxed and informative atmosphere.
5/5 from Sarah Hogg, attended Jul 2026: I really really enjoyed this class. It was informative, entertaining, and the hosts were very helpful. It is a fast paced class which might be tough if you are any kind of perfectionist (like me); but don't let that stop you. You will love it.
5/5 from Chris McAdams, attended Jul 2026: Hisae-san was lovely!!! We had such a great time :)
5/5 from Sharon Horsburgh, attended Jul 2026: I was totally blown away by our teachers Jun and his lovely wife. They were very patient and spoke about the history of Kintsugi and general knowledge about Japan. I recommend this wonderful course to anyone! (Ps. They also sell take home kits (except for the glue, putty and micha powder), for $38.50, if you wish to continue what you have learned.
5/5 from Amy Jones, attended Jul 2026: This class was amazing! Both Jun and Hitomi were fantastic! They were so friendly, patient and taught us in an easy to understand way! They provided us with a great overview of Japan.
5/5 from Jason Pang, attended Jul 2026: I took my wife as a surprise date and she was so excited when she saw the door with the sign. I had seen Kintsugi and was interested to learn how to make a piece. We created beautiful plates with gold lines. I was impressed by the intensity of the gold. Our teacher explained the history and method clearly and was friendly and patient. Alongside her assistant, they helped us create beautiful Kintsugi. Recommended for an interesting class! We will use our plates for sure.
5/5 from Lesley Urwin, attended Jul 2026: Such a great class, really well organised, clear instructions and a beautiful plate to take home
5/5 from Sarah Lewis, attended Jul 2026: Very friendly, engaging and knowledgeable teachers. Thank you Jun-san and Hitomi-san!
5/5 from Aliki and Chris, attended Jul 2026: Loved the class. Jun-san was so informative and shared with us his journey from Sushi chef to Kintsugi teacher. The class was easy to follow. Walked away with a beautiful piece and learnt alittle Japanese as well. Arigato gozaimasu and Ichigo Ichie
5/5 from Louisa Taylor, attended Jul 2026: This class was fantastic. My teacher Hisae gave clear instructions, and also taught about the history and culture behind this beautiful art. Convenient CBD location, close to bus/trains/metro. Would highly recommend to anyone considering it!!
5/5 from Patrya Kay, attended Jul 2026: I have done many conventional, Western style ceramic repairs in the course of my work and, while many of these repairs were of a high standard, I always felt that a repaired item was somehow of 'less' aesthetic value than it was before it was broken. I now understand that there is a way to make a repair that adds, rather than detracts, from an object's beauty. The class was a joy.
5/5 from Pam Brown, attended Jul 2026: I absolutely enjoyed the class. Our instructors Jun Sun and his wife were excellent- they provided clear instructions and encouragement, along with providing assistance. JunSun provided the wonderful history of Kintsugi along with his journey to excel in this beautiful craft. JunSun provided clear step by step instructions, stressed the importance of some of the steps, as well as the provisions of safety gear if needed by students. I highly recommend this class. Thank you. (Gift card process was easy to access).
5/5 from Jennifer Blair, attended Jul 2026: A carefully crafted session - with perfect timing to allow the beginner Kintsugi to be completed. Very interesting history shared. This workshop sends you home with a great project, many things to ponder on psychology, and confidence to take on beautiful repairs at home.
5/5 from Sue Gore Phillips, attended Jul 2026: Such a gun class! Teachers were patient and kind. Highly recommend the Kintsugi class.
5/5 from Adrian Dempsey, attended Jul 2026: Highly recommend this class. It was imformative about the history of Kinntsugi, hands on and very interactive. The instructors both Hisae & Akki were an absolute delight to deal with. Both myself and my family loved it.
5/5 from Louise Bresnahan, attended Jul 2026: Fabulous class with excellent instructions and lots of"how-to" demonstrations. A fabulous and informative workshop.
5/5 from Carolyn Wright, attended Jul 2026: A workshop to remember! I loved everything about this class. Highly recommend. Thank-you, Hitomi and Jun!
5/5 from Talitha Woodburn, attended Jul 2026: An enjoyable kinsugi class. The teachers were great and explained each step well. Really enjoyed doing this class and the plate I made is beautiful.
5/5 from Richard Zhang, attended Jul 2026: Such a brilliant experience. Hisae and Aki were both so nice. Would 100%recommend for anyone looking for a fun activity to do as group or for a cute date!! Even if you’re just curious and want to learn, it’s such a welcoming environment so don’t be afraid to go alone!
5/5 from Jennifer Yates, attended Jul 2026: The Kintsugi class this morning was truly fabulous. The teachers were engaging and I for and really encouraging. My daughter and I had such a lovely time that we will be sure more of our family members attend the next courses.
5/5 from Xavier Wilks, attended Jul 2026: So fun, and lovely to finish with a beautiful plate and philosophy! Hitomi and Jun were excellent teachers!
5/5 from Karen Schelbach, attended Jul 2026: Fabulous class with highly skilled teachers. We stepped through the kintsugi process and I was very happy with my results. Our teachers Hitumi and Jun were so lovely, and very patient to explain the steps and provided lots of hands on help and advice while we worked on our pieces. I very much enjoyed the additional stories and information about Japan that they shared. And the Japanese snacks for afternoon tea were a delicious surprise! Thank you
5/5 from Belinda Martelli, attended Jul 2026: The teacher was very friendly, and she walked us through the history of Kintsugi as well as explaining the process. Highly recommend this activity for small teams!

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Kintsugi Australia

Knowledge of Kinstugi from 5 masters

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Kintsugi Australia is located in Sydney and the only organisation in Australia completely specialised in kintsugi, offering private and group lessons, repair and kintsugi artistic creations. After completing our course, the students can join the Kintsugi Dojo where they can continue to create their own work of art, and they can improve their technique to become kintsugi masters.

Kintsugi Dojo is available in Sydney studio, and also available when we visit Melbourne and Brisbane.

Beginner’s, Traditional and Kintsugi accessory courses are held in Melbourne every 4-6 weeks and occasionally in Brisbane.

Jun Morooka is a kintsugi master. He is an expert in the Traditional Kintsugi method with natural lacquer (urushi) and gold. He has also developed his own method using modern material, bringing innovation to an ancient technique. He accepts commissions to repair broken pottery and ceramics with kintsugi. (Sorry, but we stop accepting new repairs for a while)

Jun Morooka was born in Tokyo in 1959. He moved to Sydney in 1987 and in 2008 he started to manage a Japanese restaurant called JIPANG. He fell in love with kintsugi after watching a TV documentary. He decided to go back to Japan to train with five kintsugi masters in Kanazawa and Tokyo. In 2018, he established Kintsugi Australia in Sydney.

Jun Morooka teaches Traditional Kintsugi and Modern Kintsugi in Sydney, Melbourne and Newcastle, he exhibited his artwork at the Sydney Adventist Hospital in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Department. "Kibou" and "Negai" were displayed in the hospital to show that scars can become beautiful.

In June 2020, "Jikuu" was selected as a finalist in the 2020 Northern Beaches Art Prize - Open Category. The artwork was selected among over 800 entries and was displayed during an online exhibition (31 July - 30 September 2020).

Jun Morooka has appeared on a number of media outlets, such as ABC News and SBS Australia. An audio interview is available on SBS Japanese Radio and a video interview on SBS Australia Facebook page. He was also featured on ELLE DECOR (Spain).

Jun Morooka was invited to give a kintsugi lesson during the TV Show The Bachelor Australia aired on Channel 10 on the 17th of September 2020.

Jun and Hitomi Morooka were on the TV show The Livingroom on Channel 10 on the 21th of May 2021.

Jun Morooka were on the TV Show The Sydney Weekender aired on Channel 7 on the 18th of July 2021.

We hold a workshop in the Opera House as part of the 'Antidote' event on 11 September 2022.

We also hold workshops as a council event (such as Wagga Wagga, Orange, Wodonga), corporate team buildings, and Hens Parties a lot.

Kintsugi Australia Team

Jun (Traditional Kintsugi Course, Beginner's Kintsugi workshop and Kintsugi DOJO)
Hitomi (Beginner's Kintsugi and Kintsugi Accessory workshop)
Miyoko (Traditional Kintsugi, Beginner's Kintsugi and Kintsugi Accessory workshop)
Akki (Beginner's Kintsugi workshop)
Hisae (Beginner's Kintsugi workshop)

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