Workshop
Some Stories Are Meant to Be Shared
At Atelier Hana Tsugi, workshops are more than a class, they are an invitation to slow down and experience the philosophy of repair. Through a guided introduction to the art of Kintsugi, participants discover how patience and care can transform what is broken. The process unfolds gently, almost like a form of meditation, offering a pause from the rhythm of everyday life. Repairing an object becomes not only a creative gesture, but also an act of sustainability, choosing to restore rather than discard, and giving new life to what still holds meaning.
Kintsugi - Foundations
The Kintsugi Foundations program is designed for participants who wish to learn the complete Kintsugi repair process using their own objects. Over seven sessions, we guide you step-by-step from the initial break to the final finish using authentic Urushi lacquer.
What to expect
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Repair your own objects: Work on up to two of your own damaged ceramic pieces
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The complete process: Build your repair step-by-step over several weeks.
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Traditional materials: Work with traditional tools and authentic Urushi lacquer.
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Choice of finishing: Finish your repair with brass, copper or tin.
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Individual guidance: A calm, focused environment where each participant receives personal guidance.
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A curated ceramic piece to work on during the course
Important notes regarding your objects
Suitable materials include ceramics, stoneware, porcelain, or Raku. Please send a photo of your pieces in advance so we can assess their feasibility. If you do not have your own object, suitable pieces will be available for purchase on-site.
Program structure
The Kintsugi Foundations program is offered four times a year and consists of 7 weekly sessions.
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Fall 2026: 23.09 - 30.09 - 07.10 - 21.10 - 28.10 - 04.11 - 11.11
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Winter 2027: 27.01 - 03.02 - 10.02 - 17.02 - 24.02 - 03.03 - 10.03
Each cycle runs over consecutive Wednesdays. Individual dates may occasionally be adjusted due to public holidays or atelier availability.
Practical information
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Time: 18:00 – 20:00 (includes 15 minutes of collective tool cleaning at the end of each session)
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Audience: Beginners wishing to explore the full process
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Group: 2–6 participants
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Price: 590€ for all sessions
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Location: Zeisehalle, Hamburg
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Language: Available in German and English. Please indicate your preferred language when registering.
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Gift cards: Available
Cancellation policy
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Up to 14 days before the course begins: 100% refund
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Up to 7 days before: 50% refund
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Less than 7 days before the course: no refund
A properly executed Kintsugi repair is not only sustainable but also fully food-safe.
Safety note
We work with authentic Urushi lacquer. The natural presence of urushiol can, in rare cases, cause skin reactions. As a precaution, wearing gloves is mandatory throughout every session.
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Get in touch, we’d love to hear from you!
+49 163 3627 982
