JULIEN HELLO, KINTSUGI ARTISAN
Discover the art of Kintsugi — by Julien Salut
Traditional catering, philosophy of resilience and upcoming opening of a tasting & workshop space in Nice.
What is Kintsugi?
Repairing the ceramic with a natural lacquer ( urushi ) and then a metallic powder—traditionally gold—revealing the scar instead of hiding it. A dialogue between imperfect beauty and the art of tea.
Approach & know-how
Japanese techniques, preparation of lacquers, filling, successive sanding, application of gold/silver, manual finishing. A sublime piece, ready for a new aesthetic and usage chapter.
Course
Colombia (pastry shops & tea rooms: La Ganache, 7tea4) → France (Oingt, Beaujolais: Mikazukidō) → Maison Dō Thé → today THÉ.ŌLOGY , union of original tea & Kintsugi.
The 3-step process
- Contact : Send clear photos + intended use.
- Quotes & planning : precise estimates, deadlines related to drying the lacquers.
- Restoration & return : traditional technique, maintenance advice, hand delivery or shipping.
Ceramic restoration
Urushi lacquer
Gold & Silver
Workshop & tasting
What changes now
- Transition to Nice : future tasting & workshop space.
- Activity maintained : quotes based on photos, secure shipping.
- Opening soon : a place to taste, learn and contemplate.
Coming soon — Nice
A space for rare teas, Kintsugi and refined cultural experiences.
Source page: THÉ.ŌLOGY – Kintsugi in Nice
— Julien Salut, THÉ.ŌLOGY