Exclusive Online Beginner Lesson for 【Shingetsu】 Kit Buyers
Introductory Lesson for Purchasers
of the Studio CIRCORO
Simple Kintsugi Kit [Shingetsu]
This special introductory lesson is exclusively for those who have purchased the CIRCORO Simple Kintsugi Kit [Shingetsu].
In this session, we will first explain the tools and materials included in the kit, followed by a brief talk about urushi lacquer and the philosophy of kintsugi.
Then, you will work hands-on with your kit, aiming to complete your repair by the end of the lesson.
Together, let’s experience the process of transforming a broken vessel into something with a new kind of beauty.
At CIRCORO, we value an approach to kintsugi that uses traditional urushi lacquer while adapting it for modern life.
You will experience the Japanese spirit and aesthetics of cherishing and continuing to use things by giving new life to a once-broken piece.
Unlike most simplified kintsugi workshops that use synthetic lacquer, our lessons use natural urushi.
All adhesives and fillers used to join or mend the broken pieces are safe materials that comply with Japan’s Food Sanitation Law.
The final finish is done with natural urushi, allowing you to experience a process close to traditional kintsugi.
Of course, the repaired piece can be safely used in daily life.
【About the Online Lesson】
・Please join with a stable internet connection.
・Adjust your camera so that your hands and workspace are clearly visible.
・Recording and audio capture are not permitted.
・The instructor will speak in Japanese, but you may enable subtitles in your preferred language.
・Participants can join from anywhere in the world.
・This is a group lesson. Private lessons are also available; please see the booking page for details.
・At the scheduled time, please access the Zoom link that will be sent in advance.
【Lesson Fee & Payment】
・Lesson Fee: JPY¥5,500 (tax included)
・Payment Method: Advance credit card payment at the time of booking
＊This is a one-time introductory lesson available only to purchasers of the [Shingetsu] kit.
【Schedule】
Day of the Week:
Time:
Duration: Approx. 90 minutes (around 60 minutes of hands-on work)
＊Please note: As the program follows a fixed progression, entry later than 15 minutes after the lesson begins
will be considered a cancellation. Same-day cancellations are non-refundable.
【What to Prepare】
・CIRCORO Simple Kintsugi Kit [Shingetsu]
・One broken vessel to repair
・A small container of water
・Tissue
・Enamel remover
・Craft knife
・Clothes you don’t mind staining (please cover your skin as urushi can cause irritation)
・Hair tie (to avoid urushi sticking to your hair and touching your skin.
・Glasses or magnifier, if needed for fine work
・Mask (optional, to avoid inhaling metal particles during finishing.
・A watch or mobile phone to check the time
・A box or sturdy paper bag large enough to hold your repaired piece (to create a curing environment for the urushi, known as
a“urushi-buro”)
・2 plastic bags
・A cloth you don’t mind staining (e.g., towel or rag)
＊Tip: Cover your workspace with newspaper or scrap paper to protect against stains.
■Suggested Limits for Repair
・Vessel size: combined length of three sides up to 35 cm
・One large chip (up to 2 cm）
・Up to two small chips (up to 5 mm each)
・A small plate broken in two
・A small or medium plate broken into three parts with narrow breaks
・One small chip (up to 5 mm) plus a crack (up to 5 cm)
◼ Items That Cannot Be Repaired
・Materials that cannot be repaired: glass, wooden items, metal, stone, plastic, lacquerware, etc.
・Items with kan-nyū (fine cracks in the glaze), as urushi lacquer tends to seep into them.
・Items that have already been glued together with commercial adhesives cannot be repaired during this introductory lesson.
・Unglazed pottery, matte surfaces, or items with a very rough texture are not recommended, as metal powder may easily stick
around the repaired area and require extra masking work.
【Important Notes】
・The instructor is Japanese and the lesson will be conducted in Japanese. (Subtitles in your preferred language can be enabled.)
・This is a group lesson program.
・As natural urushi is used, participants with sensitive skin should take extra care during handling.
・If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, you will not be able to participate and your booking will be canceled without refund.
・This lesson is a one-time introductory course, available only to purchasers of the Kintsugi Kit [Shingetsu].
【Lesson Program】
About Studio CIRCORO
About the Kintsugi Kit [Shingetsu]
Explanation of the kit’s tools
Introduction to urushi lacquer and kintsugi
Safety notes during work
Hands-on kintsugi repair (practical session)
How to create a curing environment (“urushi-buro”)
Care instructions for your repaired piece
～Practical Steps～
Step 1｜Adhesion & Filling
With the instructor’s guidance, you will carefully align and glue the broken pieces, and fill in chips using putty.
While traditional kintsugi uses only natural materials and requires long drying times, the Shingetsu Kit uses safe materials that comply with the Food Sanitation Law, allowing you to complete the process more quickly.
Step 2｜Smoothing
Any excess adhesive or putty is sanded down with sandpaper to create a smooth surface—an essential step for a beautiful finish.
Step 3｜Undercoating
A thin layer of urushi lacquer is carefully applied with a brush. Slow, steady brushstrokes are the key to an even coating.
Step 4｜Final Decoration
Finally, metal powder is applied to the repaired areas. Enjoy this magical moment as the broken lines are transformed into shimmering beauty!
【Cancellation Policy】
・5 to 2 days before: 50% fee
・1 day before or on the day: 100% fee
・No-show: 100% fee
＊ arriving more than 15 minutes late will count as a cancellation and 100% of the fee will be charged.
Schedule changes are not possible within 5 days of the lesson. For changes up to 6 days before, please cancel and rebook.
【Care of Repaired Pieces】
・Do not use over direct heat, in microwave ovens, or in conventional ovens.
・Avoid dishwashers, abrasives, or scrubbing pads when washing.
・Do not hold repaired handles or repaired areas with pressure when using.
・Please wait until the urushi is fully cured before using the item.Under proper conditions (20–30°C, 70–80% humidity), curing
requires at least 3 weeks.
💡 If you have any questions in advance, please contact us at: studio@ceramic-circolo.coｍ