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Authentic Kintsugi and Matcha Experience in Shibuya Tokyo by Local Operator

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Activity provider: mon cadeau
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2-hour tour in Tokyo, including Matcha tea and Seasonal sweets. Run by mon cadeau, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 2 hours
  • Matcha tea
  • Seasonal sweets
  • Introduction explanation sheet
  • All materials to do the restorations and repairs
  • Piece of crockery to repair

Authentic Kintsugi and Matcha Experience in Shibuya Tokyo by Local Operator: Key Facts

PriceFrom $183.5 per person
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 2-hour experience in Tokyo. It is run by mon cadeau, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Tokyo is the largest city on earth by metropolitan population and it is best seen as a set of neighbourhoods on the Yamanote loop line rather than one place. Asakusa has Senso-ji, the city's oldest temple, and Nakamise's shopping lane; Shibuya has the scramble crossing and Shinjuku the bars of Golden Gai and Omoide Yokocho; Harajuku is Takeshita Street and Meiji Shrine's forest; Akihabara is electronics and anime; Ginza is department stores and sushi counters. Everything runs on time and the last trains are around midnight. Cash still matters in small restaurants, an IC card covers every train and bus, and tipping is not done anywhere.

The price covers Matcha tea, Seasonal sweets, Introduction explanation sheet, All materials to do the restorations and repairs and Piece of crockery to repair. It does not cover Everything is included, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

mon cadeau sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with mon cadeau before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • Matcha tea
  • Seasonal sweets
  • Introduction explanation sheet
  • All materials to do the restorations and repairs
  • Piece of crockery to repair

Excludes

  • Everything is included

Important information

Meeting point

mon cadeau sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $183.5
$183.5
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

5/5
based on 29 reviews
Guide
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Value for money
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Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Kate
July 18, 2026

My teenage daughter and I so enjoyed our Kintsugi experience! It was wonderful to repair our own ceramics using this traditional Japanese technique. Michiko was an excellent teacher and helped us create beautiful plates to take home. Thank you!

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Rebecca
May 24, 2026

This class was one of the highlights of our trip! Every detail was thought out, with wonderful mathcha and sweets, expert instruction, and beautiful pottery and even a amazing box to keep it in. Amazing hosts and felt personal and was an aurhentic experience.

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Justine
April 3, 2026

The guides skilfully led us through the steps to create a piece of kintsugi. They were very hospitals, the venue is wonderful and cosy and the drinks and Japanese sweets plentiful. would highly recommend this activity: relaxing and learning a new skill.

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Maya
July 16, 2026

This is an authentic kintsugi experience, and we loved it! The guide is a real kintsugi teacher, which is a craft that takes decades to learn. As a half Japanese woman who grew up in Tokyo, I wanted to take my friends to an authentic experience, and was skeptical of the cheap workshops that were being advertised for an hour or so on various sites. I chose this one because the teacher is a real master, and I wanted to learn the right techniques so I could do it at home. She combines the lesson with snacks and learning about the history of kintsugi, which honors the spirit of the practice. It wa

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Ian
June 18, 2026

Brilliant brilliant brilliant! Michiko-san provided a wonderful experience - from the matcha, to the barley tea, to the snacks...and that was just the warm up. The Kintsugi workshop was excellent and every step was explained to us. Michiko-san is a wonderful teacher and we ended up with some nice looking plates. Would recommended to everyone, fantastic!

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Heidi
June 8, 2026

My daughter and I had so much fun at this workshop. It was very intersting and we got to take home a very special souvenir. I also purchased a kit to take home to repair some sentimental pieces I have. We loved ths experience! Our hosts were amazing!!

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Mary
May 24, 2026

Best experience of the trip! Such a personable experience as well as informative and rewarding.

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Sharon
May 8, 2026

Was intrigued by this workshop based on other reviews and suggested it to my travel buddy who was less than enthusiastic at first. We had a great time, totally enjoyed ourselves, and created a wonderful keepsake memento from our trip. I'm so happy we took the time to locate the meeting place and followed through with a great adventure. Treats were tasty and they kept our tea cups fillled! Highly recommend this event!

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Rachel
April 14, 2026

Amazing workshop for my teenage daughter and me. Expert tuition with great teacher-to-student ratio. Loved it and will treasure my little kitsugi plate forever!

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Christina
March 13, 2026

Michiko-San provided a wonderful experience making modern kintsugi in a warm and inviting atmosphere. We appreciated the learning about the history of the craft, enjoying tea and snacks, and even meeting her cute dog, Bob! Michiko-San was patient, kind, and hospitable. This was such a unique way to create a memory of our trip to Tokyo. We look forward to returning and doing another workshop in the future.

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Naomi
January 26, 2026

This experience was a great way to participate in a modern version of Kintsugi. It was fun and relaxed and Michiko was a great teacher and hostess. Highly recommend.

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Florian
February 17, 2026

We joined a beautifully curated two-hour modern kintsugi workshop at mon cadeau and created our own small keepsake while learning the philosophy behind this traditional art. The process was explained clearly and patiently, making it easy to follow and deeply meaningful. Michiko and Yuki were exceptional hosts — warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate. They created such a welcoming, almost family-like atmosphere that we felt comfortable from the very first moment. Their kindness and thoughtful guidance made the experience truly special. This workshop was one of the highlights of our time in T

Frequently Asked Questions

mon cadeau sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover everything is included. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Matcha tea, Seasonal sweets, Introduction explanation sheet, All materials to do the restorations and repairs, Piece of crockery to repair
The duration of the Authentic Kintsugi and Matcha Experience in Shibuya Tokyo by Local Operator is typically 2 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom, or late October to early December for autumn colour and the clearest skies. Contrary to most advice, October is Tokyo's wettest month (234.8 mm), not the June rainy season. Full month-by-month figures are in our best time to visit Tokyo guide.
Get a Suica or Pasmo IC card and budget ¥1,000–¥1,400 a day. Do not buy a JR Pass for a Tokyo-only trip — it costs ¥50,000 and excludes Tokyo Metro and Toei entirely. Note JR East raised Tokyo fares on 14 March 2026, so Metro is now cheaper than JR on several routes. See getting around Tokyo.
Shibuya Sky releases tickets only 14 days ahead at 00:00 JST — it cannot be booked months in advance. teamLab Borderless tickets drop at 12:00 JST on the 1st of each month. Our 3-day Tokyo itinerary lists every booking deadline.
Yes — a Japanese licence or an International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention. 1968 Vienna Convention permits are not valid in Japan. Licences from Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco and Taiwan need an official JAF translation instead. Arrange it before you fly; see the Tokyo go-kart guide.
Yes — the highway bus from Busta Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko takes about 1h 45m for ¥2,200. But manage expectations: Fuji is visible on 84% of December mornings and only 23% of July mornings, and cloud builds through the day, so go early. Details in our Mount Fuji day trip guide.
Edomae sushi (the Tokyo Bay style, where curing began as a workaround for having no refrigeration), monjayaki — a runny griddle dish unique to Tokyo with 80+ specialists on Tsukishima's Monja Street — and soba. Also worth knowing: Tsukiji Outer Market never closed; only the wholesale auction moved to Toyosu. See the Tokyo food guide.
The crossing itself takes about ninety seconds. What makes it worth an evening is one street back — Nonbei Yokocho, a lantern-lit alley of tiny bars a minute away that almost nobody who photographs the scramble walks into. Note street drinking is banned in the area 18:00–05:00 year-round, though the ordinance carries no fine. See the Shibuya Crossing guide.
Yes, some. Japan's cashless ratio reached 58% in 2025, so over 40% of payments are still cash — and card refusal is most likely at small independent izakaya, ramen ticket machines and market stalls. Tipping is not expected anywhere.
Starting from$183.5