The Japanese technique for repairing pottery with gold is called kintsugi, which literally translates to "gold seams".The process involves gluing broken pieces of pottery back together with Japanese lacquer, then painting and decorating the joints with gold or silver powder.
Here are some other things to know about kintsugi:
- Origin
Kintsugi originated from the aesthetic concept of wabi sabi, which finds beauty in imperfection.
- Philosophy
Kintsugi treats breakage and repair as part of an object's history, rather than something to hide.
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The Japanese phrase いただきます (itadakimasu) is traditionally said before eating a meal as a way to express gratitude. It translates roughly to “I humbly receive,” and its deeper significance reflects a cultural appreciation for the food, the effort that went into preparing it, and the life taken to provide nourishment, whether animal or plant.
