Experience Details
What It Is
Our kintsugi class in San Francisco runs at 405 Sansome Street in the Financial District, four minutes from Montgomery BART, with elevator access. Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery and highlighting the cracks in gold rather than hiding them. In this 90-minute kintsugi pottery workshop you fit the pieces of a ceramic bowl or cup back together, join them, and trace every seam in gold-coloured detail, so the repair becomes the design. $89 per person, all materials included, no experience needed, and the beginner-friendly method sets the same day.
Public kintsugi lessons seat up to 12 and suit date nights, birthdays and anyone wanting a slow, mindful hour. Private kintsugi workshops host 10–100 guests at the studio or at your office, and work well as a reflective team activity. Children from 6 can join with an adult.
Good to Know
- Skill levelNo prior experience required.
- Beginner-friendly
- Guidance styleInstructor-led from the first step to the last.
- Step-by-step
- Attention span
- 90 minutes
- Kid friendly
- Ages 6+
- Good for introvertsCamera optional, low talk, hands always busy.
- Best in class
- Creative freedom
- Follow along
- Social energy
- Quiet & focused
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- Mess factor
- Low — table cover only
- Educational value
- Cultural + craft
- Elderly friendly
- Excellent — seated, no heat
- Stress reliefSlow, repetitive, low-pressure work.
- Deeply calming
Total Time
1.5 Hour live workshop.
Pacing
Calm, structured flow from design to finish.
Public
Up to 12 people. Join a scheduled workshop with other participants. Perfect for individuals and small groups looking for a shared creative experience.
Private
Up to 100 people. Book a dedicated session for your team, event, or organization. Customized timing and full instructor attention for your group.
Mobile
Up to 200+ people. We bring the workshop to your location. Ideal for large corporate events, conferences, and special occasions. Contact us for details.
Elevator access
Yes — San Francisco Financial District has elevator access to the workshop floor.
Wheelchair accessibility
Yes — San Francisco Financial District is wheelchair accessible. If you have specific mobility needs or questions before you book, contact us and we will help ensure a smooth visit.
In-Person Cancellations
In-person workshop bookings can be cancelled up to 2 days before the session date. If you cancel within this window, you are eligible for a refund. In case of an emergency, you may reschedule your booking with notice.
Private In-Person Policy
Private in-person classes can be cancelled up to 7 days before the session date. If you cancel within this period, a refund will be issued. If your group size changes, contact KraftStories and they will do their best to accommodate added or removed participants. In the event of an emergency, rescheduling is possible with notice.
