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 REPAIR 
  Kintsugi etc.
  Only In Japan

Passing on your cherished possessions to the future.
That is what Urushi lacquer makes possible.

●We repair pottery products by gold, silver, tin, brass, and lacquer.

● We mainly focus on bowls, but we also fix other objects like figurines and toys.
→ Tadakura also repair ceramic, wood, plastic, and lacquer products. 
→Glass products and metal products are not available.
→If you have any questions about materials, please contact us.

● The goal is to "recover for the original condition," but please note that some undulation may occur depending on the situation. Tadakura will talk about these issues with the client.


●We use real Urushi lacquer. If you are sensitive to Urushi lacquer, please contact us in advance.

●The guarantee will cover the repair for three years after it is finished (A guarantee card will be enclosed when Tadakura return the product).

Price

Prices are based on the following 【Price Standards】.
Prices will be adjusted based on the situation, conditions, and requests, as confirmed by a quote.
◆ The main points to consider are the "total length of repairs", "the presence or absence of parts" (i.e., lack of chips), and "the request for the use of materials" (e.g., gold powder).

【Price Standards】 (Example of 5,000 JPY equivalent)
・Repair Spot: Total length* 100mm or less + lack of chips (needed to supplement)
*Total length: This term refers to the entire length of the line that requires repair. When measuring the total length of a vessel, it is essential to consider both the inside and outside lengths to ensure precision.

・Estimated price includes the following.

 (the customer pays shipping costs)
Material Cost/Production Cost/Supplying
 Deficiency Cost
・Joining material: Gold No. 1 powder and use of genuine Urushi lacquer.
・Estimated shipping days: Three months after receiving repair request product.

Request for Purchase:

【Things to be prepared in advance】
・Photo material of the repair request product (from top/ side/ bottom)
・Total length of repair spot
・There are some missing parts (such as the lack of debris)or not.
・Request for material used(gold, silver or only Urushi lacquer, etc.)

【Note for Shipping】
・Please carefully wrap items for repair in bubble wrap or similar padding and place them in a box of similar size (cardboard boxes are acceptable). For added security, place this box inside a larger cardboard box before shipping.

【If you have any questions】
・If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at the time of the quote or after ordering. We will do our best to respond to your inquiry.

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Dreams come true.
A single work can profoundly change the future.
That is true creation, an unexplored journey.

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​Spatial Image(sample)

Sculptor:Tadahiko Emura

 

Price (consumption tax in Japan included) :

Product Price (material costs/ production costs) will be decided based on considering the situations.

Product Price is based on the following 【Price Criterion】.
The situations and conditions will change, and prices will be adjusted. Requests will be confirmed through a quotation.

【Price Criterion】
Material Costs: The total amount of the actual expense of the materials and consumables for production is based on the size or type of materials.

Production Costs: [3000JPY/ 1 hour] ×[Total Time of the Production]

   The following categories are included in the production cost.

(1)Planning (This includes drawings, small models, getting sources ready, and research.)

(2)Production

(3)Adjustment and Improvement

(4)Process including Delivery and Installation (or supervising the installation)

*The production time will vary depending on the size or type of material used.

Shipping Charge: 

It depends on the size of the artwork.

H×W×D(cm)―height×wide×depth
(S)Works with a total of H+W+D is less than 150 cm
(M)Works with a total of H+W+D is between 150 and 250 cm
(L)Works with a total of H+W+D is 250 cm or more

Japan(flat/ per an artwork)   (S)5,000JPY  (M)7,500JPY  (L)10,000JPY

Overseas(flat/ per an artwork)   (S)10,000JPY (M)15,000JPY (L)20,000JPY

*The delivery company will be adjusted based on the work's shape. We will contact you as soon as it is confirmed.

Days until Shipping:

Confirmed according to the order contents. The target is approximately one month to one year.

 

​Remark Column:

If you're insuring transportation as a work of art (KANSHITSU premium), you may need separate insurance. For shipments within the country, insurance is only available for premium products. For international shipments, insurance will be applied according to the purchase price. Customers are responsible for these costs. We appreciate your cooperation.

Guarantee for Three Years

Tadakura's artworks are guaranteed to be repaired for three years. However, this does not include shipping costs. However, it is available if it can be fixed. 

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●Available like Following

[Individual Customers]
・If you want us to propose artwork designs inspired by my poems or writing.
・If you want us to propose an original artwork for the wedding anniversary.
・If you want us to propose an original artwork for your private room.
・If you want us to propose a unique artwork based on photographs of your family or pets.

​[Business Customers]

・If you want to develop artwork aligned with your corporate identity.

・If you want to install original artwork in hotels, medical facilities, schools, offices etc.

・If you want to consult on coordination that makes full use of the entire space.

・If you want to install the special limited works.

●Points

・We will review the details based on your desired specifications. Please consult us for estimates and other inquiries.
・We accept commissions from individuals (original pieces for personal use or gifts, etc.)
as well as corporate clients. Please consult us.
・If you have sensitivity to Urushi lacquer, please consult us.
・All pieces come with a three-year guarantee after delivery.

Inquiries for Your Request (budget, date, image, concept, etc.)

Proposal for Quotation

Discussion and Confirmation [Execution of the Contract]

Your Payment (deferred payment needs to be discussed) 

Production of the Artwork

Checking for the Production Status

Delivery

Guarantee Period (three years)

 LAB. 

  Realizing creative learning experiences. 

Learn about Kanshitsu.
Learn about sculpture and creation.

It's about understanding culture, and it's exciting.

For all ages, all nationalities, and for you.

Let's learn together and make lifelong, meaningful discoveries.

It's creative and profound.

Tadakura aim to create such a creative space.

 

-If you have any questions or requests; please contact here.

 

 

 

[Available Services]

●Writing texts or articles

●Workshops or educational programs

●Individual teaching or consulting about arts and creation (including via online)
 

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Inquiry Form for the Premium―request for the estimates or orders is here.

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TADAKURA and EMURA Tadahiko owns all of the copyrights of the website, artworks and products. It is prohibited by law that making copy of the work without authorization of the creator or the copyright's owner.

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