Since the 15th century, instead of discarding pottery that breaks, the Japanese have been joining the pieces with gold.

Kintsugi (金継ぎ pronounced keen-soo-gee) literally translates to "Golden Joinery".

It stems from a Japanese concept called wabi-sabi in which the entire-natural cycle of birth through decay is seen as equally beautiful.

LIFEHONEY's modern DIY Kintsugi Kit is the perfect gift for anyone beginning a new chapter in their life. It helps sweeten change by encouraging the Kintsugi maker to fully embrace joyous experiences as well as difficult ones.

You’ve probably seen it before, but didn't know its name. It’s one of those Japanese gold bowls.

Instead of discarding pottery that breaks, the Japanese have been joining the pieces with gold since the 15th century.

Kintsugi (金継ぎ pronounced keen-soo-gee) literally translates to Golden Joinery. It's an example of becoming more beautiful for having been broken.

“We break our idea of perfection, open to what is and love it all. This is Kintsugi.” --Robin Sol, Founder of LIFEHONEY™