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STEPPrepare tonoko powder. When taking out the powder, gently press it down before scooping. STEPPlace the tonoko powder on a work board and grind it finely with a spatula. Turn the powder into a finer texture. You can also sift it befor...

First, carefully wipe away any dust or dirt from the surface of the vessel.（for reference：https://makie-kintsugi.com/en/17042026en/）Then, slightly dilute the raw urushi and use a fine brush, holding it upright as you work. Allow the r...

If the piece is already clean and simply broken, there is no need to wash it entirely.Instead, clean only the damaged area using benzine or ethanol to remove any grease or residue. If oil, dust, or moisture remains on the surface, L'urus...

This section introduces how to adjust E-Urushi, an essential material for Kintsugi and Maki-e. When urushi becomes too thick and difficult to work with, a very small amount of turpentine oil can be added to achieve a smoother, more worka...

L’urushi is a natural plant-based lacquer native to Asia, made by refining the sap of the lacquer tree.In Japan, it has been used since the Jōmon period, making it a material deeply rooted in history. The bark of lacquer trees, which are...

When practicing Kintsugi, the first and most important step is to understand the material of the object you are repairing.Although we often use the single word “ceramics,” it actually refers to a wide range of materials with very differe...