We bring people together through Kintsugi - mending broken pieces and creating meaningful connections.
Hi! I’m Emi
The Kintsugi Room is a Japanese ceramic restoration project founded by artist and maker Emi Kato Jones, rooted in the belief that what is broken can be repaired, honored, and made even more beautiful. Through one-of-a-kind Kintsugi pieces and intimate small-group workshops, Emi is building a community in Los Angeles through the shared practice of Kintsugi—creating space for people to slow down, connect, and find beauty in imperfection.
Emi was born in Seto City, Aichi, one of Japan’s oldest and most renowned pottery towns. She grew up in her grandmother’s hillside home, surrounded by anagama kilns and a family lineage deeply connected to ceramics. That early connection to clay and Japanese craft eventually led her back to Japan in 2024, where she spent about a year studying Kintsugi in Nagoya and Ichinokura under master artisans.
Today, The Kintsugi Room carries that tradition forward in Los Angeles, bringing together Japanese craftsmanship, storytelling, and community. Each piece and gathering is an invitation to embrace the marks of time, celebrate repair, and connect with others through the quiet, meaningful process of Kintsugi.
Modern Kintsugi Workshop
Slow down and enjoy a mindful art experience in my Modern Kintsugi Workshop. Over about 2 and half to 3 hours, you’ll create a beautifully repaired Kintsugi piece and a small Kintsugi crane, embracing patience, texture, and story. Leave with your own finished pieces and a sense of calm satisfaction.
* All materials are provided. Feel free to bring a ceramic item if you want to repair your own. I will evaluate its suitability during the workshop.
* Bring eyeglasses for close-up work if you need them
Repair Request Form
Repair
Which finish are you most interested in?
1. Modern Kintsugi — Starting at $100
- Modern adhesive with a gold-colored finish.
- Not food-safe.
- Turnaround: 2–3 weeks
- Best for decorative pieces and vases.
2. Hybrid Kintsugi — Starting at $180
- Modern adhesive finished with lacquer and genuine 23K gold.
- Not food-safe.
- Turnaround: 1–2 months
- Ideal for meaningful decorative pieces when you want the beauty of real gold.
3. Traditional Kintsugi — Starting at $300
- Handcrafted using traditional urushi lacquer and genuine 23K gold.
- Food-safe after fully cured.
- Turnaround: 3–6 months
- Ideal for treasured plates, bowls, cups, and heirloom pieces.
Please upload 1–5 clear photos, including an overall view, close-ups of the damage, and any loose pieces.
Plan Your
Kintsugi Event
Private Party, Corporate Event, Team Building
Gather, create, and connect through the art of Kintsugi. Whether you’re planning a private gathering, corporate event, or team-building experience, we’d love to create a meaningful Kintsugi experience for your group. Fill out the inquiry form below, and we’ll be in touch to bring your event to life.
* All materials are provided. Feel free to bring a ceramic item if you want to repair your own. I will evaluate its suitability during the workshop.
* Bring eyeglasses for close-up work if you need them
* Travel Fee: Travel is included within 10 miles of our location, Los Angeles CA 90016. Beyond that, a mileage fee of $0.50/mile round trip applies.
Team Building
For team building, we offer a Yobitsugi tile experience. Each person breaks a small tile, swaps a piece with a colleague, and mends the pieces together, creating a shared artwork that reflects connection and collaboration.
Inquiry Form
Yobitsugi Tile
