restoration, and the harmonious coexistence of distinct elements. A Reflection on Humanity and Coexistence At its core, Kintsugi is an exploration of our shared humanity in the face of conflict ...

In the finely wrought Japanese restoration technique of Kintsugi, where broken porcelain is mended with gold lacquer, the flaws are highlighted rather than concealed. It’s a concept that appealed to ...

Kintsugi does the opposite, emphasizing flaws to create newfound beauty. Continuing in the spirit of this tradition dating back to the 15th century, artisan Kuroda Yukiko has garnered worldwide ...

Kiyokawa Hiroki is working to share the traditional restoration method of "kintsugi" with people in Japan and around the world. He talks about the spirit of sustainability behind the technique.