Kintsugi Starter Kit / Authentic Urushi Lacquer / DIY Set

Product Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?

Product Story

General Product Information

If you think you would like to try kintsugi, but it seems to be too difficult, you must be able to enjoy this kit!
This is a Kintsugi set for beginners who want to try it.
The kit includes with a broken vessel for practice.
Please try working boldly first because you can make mistakes.
The instructions are very specific, and the video is available.
This set allows you to start with ease, yet still be able to perform kintsugi.
You can easily experience the traditional restoration technique at home!
Why don't you try to restore your favourite vessels and cups?

 Product History

When did these crafts start to craft?：500 years ago / 1500AD / Muromachi period in Japan

Kintsugi traces its origins back to the 15th century Muromachi period in Japan. It emerged as a response to the cultural values of wabi-sabi, which embraces the acceptance of imperfections and transience. Originally, Kintsugi was practiced by Japanese artisans as a way to honor and preserve broken pottery, turning the damage into an integral part of the object's history. Over time, this technique gained recognition not only for its functional purpose but also for its artistic value.

More Detail: https://suigenkyo.store/blogs/column/what-is-kintsugi?_pos=3&_sid=c1e2b05ea&_ss=r

Guide: Kintsugi Guide – Suigenkyo Online Store

Craftsman Story

Craftsman Profile

Shikata Kizo Urushi Shop
Founded in 1867, they are engaged in the wholesale and retail sales of lacquer and lacquerware materials.
Since then, they have accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience in "Urushi / lacquer" and have supported numerous craftsmen in Kyoto for over the centuries.

Craftsman Passion

“Connecting Memories”
Kintsugi is not just about repairing broken tableware, but also about passing on the memories of the vessel in a more beautiful form to the next generation. 

Your Contribution to Craftsman

Customer Voice

Due to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!

Income for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?

As written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. There are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer / craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!

We made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.
Current state of the Crafts Market / Benefits brought by Suigenkyo

Measurement

Width：23cm
Depth：17cm
Height：7cm
Weight：910g

Material & Caution

Materials

Brass powder
Tin powder
Urushi
Resin
PC spatula
Tokusa
Brush
PC Gloves
Plate
Silk wadding
Bamboo skewer
Broken vessel

Caution

Individual Difference

Each piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.

Delivery Date

Please note that it will take about three days for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.