Kintsugi Residency: Learn Urushi-Based Traditional Kintsugi & Maki-e in Nara, Japan (2027)

What it is

A 4-week immersive program for artists to learn traditional urushi-based kintsugi repair and maki-e decoration techniques from an experienced artist-instructor, with studio practice, mentoring, field trips, and accommodation in an 18th-century cultural property in Nara City, Japan.

Who it is for

Artists interested in learning traditional urushi-based kintsugi and maki-e decoration techniques.

Open to artists anywhere.

The call says: “Source page: open to applicants from any country”

Where

Nara, Japan

When

December 30, 2026

Runs April 17, 2027 to May 14, 2027

What you get

4-week residency including accommodation in Nara City, studio workspace with specialized tools, English-language instruction in kintsugi and maki-e, an artisan-grade professional kintsugi kit to keep, materials, field trips, and Wi-Fi access.

What you need to apply

• Online Application Form
• Statement about yourself, how you discovered kintsugi, your motivation for learning kintsugi, and what makes you a strong candidate

How long it takes

About 2 hours

Medium application. Estimated from the 2 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Not listed

Apply

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