Have you ever broken something of value? Maybe you broke your favorite coffee mug, a bone in your body, a family heirloom, a garage window, an appliance in your home. Alternatively, maybe what was ...

If you've heard of Kintsugi already, you probably associate the term with the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery. This lacquering method uses gold and other metals to mend fragmented pieces, ...

SONOMA, Calif. (KGO) -- In her Sonoma home, artist Maki Aizawa holds a broken plate. "When something breaks, we tend to throw it away," she said. "But we don't have to throw it away and don't have to ...

Kintsugi is the traditional Japanese art where broken pottery is repaired with gold lacquer. The artwork transforms broken objects into beautiful masterpieces. Kintsugi symbolizes embracing beauty in ...

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Please always refer to the latest government advice before booking travel and departing on any trip. Japan-based writer Ally Hongo finds treasured stories and lessons from Japan's craft masters and ...