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"Oh no, it's broken…!" But wait—this is a chance!
Easy Kintsugi for Everyone with Allergy-Free “New Urushi”

This book introduces the traditional Japanese art of kintsugi, a technique gaining attention worldwide, in a way that parents and children can enjoy together. Using allergy-free "New Urushi" and epoxy putty, anyone can learn to repair broken items with ease and without failure. It's also a great project for summer vacation research!

Features of This Book
All kanji include furigana, making it accessible for children
Clear, step-by-step instructions with photos
Covers the basics of repairing chips, cracks, and breaks
Includes creative projects using glass, stones, and wood
Features a variety of inspiring examples
Includes a firsthand account of a child’s first kintsugi experience
For families with children, broken dishes are a common occurrence. But with kintsugi, you can repair them yourself and even create something new and beautiful. This practice nurtures a sense of care for objects and the resilience to try again after failure—a little bit of magic in everyday life. Why not start your kintsugi journey with this book?

Contents
What is Kintsugi?
Chapter 1: Basic Kintsugi Techniques
Chapter 2: Advanced Kintsugi Techniques
Chapter 3: Kintsugi for Fun
Chapter 4: Kintsugi Gallery
Chapter 5: A Child’s First Kintsugi Experience
POINT: What to Do When You Make a Mistake?
COLUMNS:
The History of Kintsugi
Kintsugi and SDGs
Kintsugi in Disaster Recovery
Tools and Materials
Kintsugi Book Guide
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Author’s Information

Born in Tokyo in 1971, Kunio Nakamura is an artist and the founder of 6 Jigen in Ogikubo, Tokyo. They create kintsugi works and paintings, as well as write, in both Japan and the U.S. Based in Tokyo and Nagano, they also have a base in Wajima, on the Noto Peninsula.

Their published works include Kintsugi Notebook, Antique Art Notebook, A Visual Guide to Western Painting, The Art History of Western Painters, The Complicated Art Museum, and The Complicated Love Art Museum, among others.