{"product_id":"workshop","title":"One-of-a-kind accessories made with Edo craftsmanship in Asakusa, Tokyo | Gindendo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a workshop where you can hand-forge and craft pure silver at the studio of the 12th and 13th generation silversmiths, who continue a lineage of silversmithing dating back to 1611.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven first-timers, guided by a craftsman, can touch silver with their own hands and take their finished piece home the same day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eThe Time Spent Crafting Silver at Gindendo\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGindendo's pure silver crafting experience is more than just making a souvenir of your trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a time when you can guide the creation to completion with your own hands, as a craftsman guides you through the process: striking the silver with a hammer to change its expression, shaping it with your hands, and polishing it to reveal its inner light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hammer marks, the contours shaped by hand, the chosen form, the polished gleam – everything will retain the memory of the time you spent that day and the touch of your own hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished piece will not only serve as a memory of your visit to Tokyo but also mark your own milestones, the time spent with loved ones, and your feelings for someone special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePure silver is a material that, through use, touch, and the passage of time, develops a unique character that belongs solely to its owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShapes and Prices Available\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Silver Ring Making Experience (Cloud Ring)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11,000 yen \/ Duration: approx. 60-120 minutes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCraft a pure silver ring that you can wear every day. You'll choose the width, shape, and surface texture to create a piece that fits you perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Silver Bangle Making Experience (Round Bar 3mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e22,000 yen \/ Duration: approx. 120 minutes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStrike the silver and shape it to fit your wrist, creating a pure silver bangle that adds a subtle gleam. The slender round bar material makes for a sleek wrist. The final sizing will be adjusted by a craftsman to fit your wrist circumference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Silver Bangle Making Experience (Plate Type)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e33,000 yen \/ Duration: approx. 120 minutes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing wide, plate-shaped pure silver, you'll craft a striking bangle. The broad surface for hammering allows for a rich variety of hammer marks. The final sizing will be carefully adjusted by a craftsman to fit your wrist circumference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrices may vary depending on the shape, width, decoration, and finish you choose. Please confirm your selections when booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDay of the Experience\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease arrive at the studio at your reserved time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, we will confirm the item and shape you wish to create. After sharing the image of the finished product, we will begin the silver crafting process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will hammer, shape, add textures if desired, and finally polish your piece. A craftsman will guide you through each step, so even first-timers can participate with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinished pieces are generally taken home from the studio on the same day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eReservations and Visits\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease select your desired crafting experience and date\/time to make a reservation. Your reservation will be confirmed upon completion of payment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy booking in advance, we can prepare materials and workstations and guide you according to your reserved time. If you wish to guarantee your experience, please make an advance reservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWalk-ins for shopping only are also welcome. You can view rings, ear cuffs, bangles, spoons, sake cups, gifts, and one-of-a-kind items at the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you wish to experience without a reservation, we will guide you based on the studio's availability on the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eChanges and Cancellations\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCancellations and refunds after booking are not accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the nature of the experience, upon receiving your reservation, we prepare the pure silver material to be used for crafting and secure the craftsman's time. Therefore, it is difficult to offer refunds for cancellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you wish to change the date, please contact us at least 3 days before your experience date. While we will do our best to accommodate your request, it may not always be possible depending on the studio's availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeing late on the day may result in a shortened experience time. Please allow ample time for your arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAbout the Order Screen\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis experience is an in-person crafting workshop held at the Gindendo studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile a shipping address field may appear on the payment screen, this experience does not involve shipping a product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease come to the studio at your reserved date and time, and you can generally take your finished piece home on the same day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMaterials and Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Fine Silver 999 (99.9% pure silver)\u003cbr\u003eTechnique: Forging (Tanjin), hand-finished\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Hand-polished (matte finish and other options available for an additional fee)\u003cbr\u003eTake-home on the same day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePure silver deepens in character with use. Its color may change due to components in the air or the environment it is used in. You can restore silver's original luster by polishing it with a soft cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf it comes into contact with water, wipe off the moisture with a soft cloth. Please avoid using abrasive sponges or strong chemicals. In environments with high levels of hot spring components or sulfur, significant color changes may occur. 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