Top Asia Classes & Workshops

Cross off two experiences in one session during this private Japanese calligraphy class. In addition to learning about shodo, the Japanese art of calligraphy, you'll also get to dress up in traditional clothing such as a kimono and pose for photos with your work. An English-Japanese or Chinese-Japanese translator will help you navigate any language barriers during the class.

➤ Location of the meeting (trial) The activity lesson is held at Samurai Honor, a one-minute walk from Osaka-jo Koen Station on the JR Osaka Loop Line, which is the entrance to Osaka Castle. ➤ Samurai wear The Japanese sword is the most effective blade to date and can only be worn by Samurai. First, change into a Samurai costume (dogi and hakama) and become a Samurai. ➤ Experience swordsmanship related to Bushido ➤ Trial Slashing Try your hand at sword cutting with a real Japanese sword! Experience the world's best cutting performance. This time, you will try cutting a rolled straw. ➤《samurai language》 This refers to the language used mainly by the samurai class during the Warring States period. Samurai valued loyalty to their lord, discipline, and the spirit of bushido, and this spirit was reflected in their language. ➤ Photography service to capture serious figures during the activity. We will send you the photo data within both days.

With over a decade of expertise as an artisan perfumer, I create an immersive, hands-on workshop in my intimate studio. My extensive knowledge, personalized guidance, and use of premium, locally-sourced ingredients ensure a uniquely engaging and authentic experience for every participant.

A unique experience of being able to learn traditional Laotian cuisine in nature with only what nature offers to cook With the help of our native facilitator from the KHMU tribe, you will discover the unique exotic edible plants of the primary forest of Laos, pick them and then learn to cook the typical dishes of Laotian culture. Bamboo is the raw material of Laotian cuisine and you will learn it.

Japanese calligraphy is beautiful, but mastering the brushstrokes and characters is difficult without hands-on instruction. This small-group calligraphy experience in Osaka teaches you the basic skills you need to create your own piece of Japanese art. Choose a kanji character, practice it, then write it on a board, which is then framed for you to take home as a unique souvenir.

We only harvest and use vegetables from March to October at the rooftop garden. This is because the weather is cold from November to February. We have a class while watching the chef's demonstration. We learn 2 dishes. We make tofu stew with soft tofu and Korean pancakes with vegetables. We also make dipping sauce. We eat after we make it.

Discover Japanese home cooking at a family rice farm in Kurashiki with nearly 400 years of history. Your host, Chieko, welcomes you into her farmhouse and personally leads the class. No English-speaking guide accompanies the experience; Chieko uses simple English and gestures. The rice is grown by Chieko's family in their own fields. Their homemade mochi is made from glutinous rice grown on the same farm. In the Mochi Course, you cook dishes using this mochi rather than make mochi from scratch. Choose one course per booking: Onigiri, Mochi, Makizushi, Gyoza, or Hambagu (Japanese hamburger steak). Each has a different menu. Vegetarian and vegan options are available for Onigiri, Mochi, and Makizushi with advance notice. Gyoza and Hambagu do not offer these options. Enjoy seasonal ingredients, everyday Japanese cooking, and personal interaction with your farmer host in a real family home—not a cooking studio.

Learn the basics of martial arts with this hands-on karate class in Tokyo, led by a former All-Japan champion with 20 years of experience. Begin with a series of stretches, then learn key techniques including punches, kicks, and blocks. Perfect for beginners, it’s a fun and active way to add something unique to your Tokyo trip.

Create more than a souvenir make something that is truly yours. At Meru Jewelry Classes, you’ll turn your own idea into a unique piece of silver jewelry, shaping it by hand with expert guidance and professional tools. No experience is needed, and 1–6 grams of pure silver are included. Enjoy a creative, hands-on experience in a comfortable, fully air-conditioned workshop in Canggu, then take home a piece made by you.

Transform raw materials into a unique work of art and hone your skills throughout the process. Find out how to use tools like grinding wheels, jeweler's saws, and files. Master techniques such as stamping and hammering. Take your finished creation home as a souvenir from the workshop.

The perfect souvenir of Bali is unique to you. Unleash your creativity and learn new skills from professional silversmiths during this silver jewelry class in the heart of Uluwatu. Work with your own design or copy templates to learn every step of the silversmithing process, and produce a hand-crafted piece that’s yours to cherish. Choose between daytime and evening classes, and upgrade to add gold plating to your silver piece.

This is a tour-style cooking class where you can visit a market that sells fresh Okinawan fish and experience making sushi, which is rare in Okinawa. At the market, you can interact with the locals and enjoy sake with your meal for an additional fee.

Discover the art of Japanese home cooking in a vibrant hands-on class led by Yuka, a passionate cooking specialist and licensed nutritionist with extensive culinary experience. This engaging session in downtown Nagoya invites you to prepare a seasonal washoku meal featuring five dishes, including miso soup and a rolled omelet, using high-quality ingredients unique to Aichi Prefecture. Enjoy a tasting of traditional dashi and seasonings, learn Japanese table manners, and savor your creations with matcha green tea. Yuka's expertise and cultural insights will enrich your culinary journey as you immerse yourself in the flavors of Japan.

Seki has been a center for Japanese blacksmithing since the thirteenth century, and this small-group workshop takes you behind the scenes with the master craftsmen. Tour the Knife Museum, then try your hand at forging your own Damascus knife under the guidance of local craftsmen. Learn how to polish, sharpen, and engrave your own blade to take home.

Experience new emotions with Dinner in the Sky Phuket! Indulge in our signature drinks and exquisite appetizers suspended 50 meters above. Throughout the day, we organize both half-hour and hour-long cocktail sessions.

During the IKEBANA workshop, you'll create your own masterpiece, guided by our instructors. Your artwork will be displayed in a tokonoma (alcove) in a traditional Japanese room and you can take a photo. We also offer a service to deliver your artwork to your hotel,so you can enjoy own IKEBANA experience during your stay. After you checkout,we will pick it up Our style is based on classical IKEBANA forms and focuses on bringing out the beauty of the flowers and branches while respecting their natural state. To achieve this, you will experience the Japanese aesthetic of "wabi-sabi" in a session with our instructor, awakening your primal senses.

Led by your team of talented professional chefs, we create a fun and lively atmosphere where participants can learn, laugh, and indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vietnam. Through your cooking classes, culinary team building events, and food tours, we aim to create memorable experiences that celebrate the rich flavors and traditions of Vietnam.

Learn how to make traditional Japanese sweet treats during a one-on-one workshop in Tokyo’s iconic Shibuya neighborhood. Matcha green tea mochi is easy to make and delicious, making this class suitable for all ages. Learn about the origins of mochi as you get your hands stuck into new textures and come away with new skills you can take home.

The experience is designed to be welcoming for beginners, with clear guidance at every step, making it easy to enjoy the process regardless of skill level. Once complete, your handcrafted chopsticks will be wrapped for you to take home—perfect as a unique souvenir or a thoughtful gift. This experience offers a meaningful way to connect with Japanese culture, combining creativity, tradition, and a lasting keepsake from your time in Tokyo.

Tennen Rishin-ryu swordsmanship, which began in the Edo period, has been carried on to this day, and students of Tennen Rishin-ryu practice at the Tennen Rishin-ryu Hino Dojo to hone their swordsmanship skills. You can learn the essence of Tennen Rishin-ryu at the actual dojo. The swordsmen who practiced the Tennen Rishin-ryu in Hino City formed the Shinsengumi, said to be the strongest group of swordsmen, at the end of the Edo period and were known as the Last Samurai. You can feel the history and culture of the Last samurai by experiencing swordsmanship in Hino City, the hometown of the Shinsengumi. Masao Inoue, the chairman of the Tennen Rishin-ryu Hino Dojo and a descendant of the Shinsengumi executive Genzaburo Inoue, will lead the experience program. You can actually handle a Japanese sword, which is said to be the soul of the samurai. The experience of touching the soul of the samurai will surely transform you.

Every Chinese city has its own specialties and staples, and Yangshuo is no exception: Its signature beer fish is known around the country. Learn to cook authentic Chinese dishes, including local favorites, during this small-group experience. Start with an atmospheric trip to the bustling market to choose your ingredients. After a cup of tea, get hands-on prepping a mix of local and pan-Chinese eats.

This experience provides the ultimate photo opportunity to remember your time in Japan. Visit the Senso-ji Temple and have a chance to dress up in an authentic kimono. Enjoy free time to explore one of Tokyo’s most historic areas at your own pace, with plenty of photo opportunities along the way. Ask the staff to help arrange a rickshaw ride or tea ceremony while wearing your kimono, if you'd like (additional cost).

Enjoying some Japanese tea is a popular tourist pastime, but many tours don’t teach you the significance that tea ceremonies play in the country’s cultural history. On this small-group experience, sample a range of rare teas while learning from a Japanese tea master. After you’re done, you’ll receive a certificate of completion to take away as a souvenir.

Express your creative side and make sure you come back from your Bali vacation with a great souvenir at the same time with this silversmithing class in Celuk. With a teacher’s help, you learn new skills that you’d really struggle to get if you tried any of this alone, and all the materials you need are provided—so all you have to worry about is enjoying the class.