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Going out at night in a new place can be intimidating, so make life easy and more enjoyable for yourself on a Bangkok nightlife tour. You’ll hop from bar to bar, experiencing some of the Thai capital’s best drinks and music. Your guide is a local party expert and will make sure that everyone is having a good time.

-Guests first hand join make some ceramic items with instruction from our craftmen with wonderful experience.You can bring your making ceramic items as your souvenirs your trip in Vietnam.Take a walk to visit the biggest cottery park in Vietnam to know about the tradictional pottery works with hundreds years ago in the central Vietnan. -Riding through green rice fields to visit our local fishermen family to learn about coffee making that coffee as the typical culture for every family in Vietnam.You are instructed how to filter the best coffee drops mixing with condense milk for your lovely taste ice. -Take the bamboo basket boats to explore coconut forest with many local fishing activities on the river from lifting net, rolling net, throwning net...to catch live fish. -Recharge your day with delicious local foods cooked by our local host at the greatest atmosphere before we drop you off at your hotel after 3-4 hours. -This trip is worth for any penny that you spent with us in Hoi An.

You can enjoy Japanese tea ceremony in a Japanese old residence. You can enjoy delicious matcha and Japanese sweets in a historical atmosphere and you can try making matcha. 1)Explanation (History, Effects of matcha, The types of matcha and Japanese tea, How to drink matcha) 2)While the tea ceremony, you can enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets. 3)Please try making matcha by yourself. 【Five recommended points】 1. We use organic Ujimatcha made in Kyoto 2. Food allergy and vegan available 3.Kimono rental option available 4.Private session available（Please contact us before booking.） 5.Cocoa for children instead of matcha Chairs are provided. If you want to try kimono as an option, it costs 4000yen. 【Special option for private tea ceremony experience 】 The guests can use Japanese traditional umbrella and imitation sword.(Only for taking pictures.) ■The maximum number of participants for group sessions is 6, but we can accommodate sessions with more than 6 participants.

Learn more about traditional Japanese culture during a fun small-group workshop in Shinjuku. Get changed into a comfortable, stylish, easy-to-wear kimono and sit down for a presentation on tea. Learn about the different varieties and their cultural importance in Japan. After, try making a bowl of matcha tea the traditional way with the right tools, and enjoy drinking a refreshing cup.

Osaka's nightlife scene is legendary, but it can feel intimidating to hit the bars on your own. Skip worrying about language and culture barriers and enjoy a great night out in Osaka's American Village on a private tour that takes you to several bars that locals love and travelers often miss.

When in Pattaya, you can't miss a show at the largest cabaret theater in town. This handy ticket gets you in to a show at the Colosseum, which puts on lavish song and dance spectacles, with amazing costumes and dramatic light shows. The dramatic shows are divided into 14 segments, so there will be something to entertain all tastes.

Discover the skills of Sri Lankan home cooking—something difficult to arrange independently—with this private class in Negombo. Forget using recipes and be welcomed into an authentic family home to experience how locals prep day-to-day dishes. After tea or coffee, cook up coconut milk, curry, rice, and other treats, and sit down to savor your creations for dinner around your host’s table. Upgrade to add a market visit to choose your vegetables and hear about local spices and herbs.

Create your own handmade souvenir while learning a new skill and gaining greater insight into Japanese culture during a private calligraphy session. Choose whether you want to paint your Japanese kanji character onto a t-shirt, a lantern, or a traditional folding umbrella. Your private instructor tells you all you need to know to create beautiful calligraphy, plus enjoy Japanese sweets and green tea while you work.

Learn the ins and outs of one of Japan’s most delectable spirits—Japanese whisky—during this small-group tasting experience. Join a private guide to drink like a true Tokyo resident at a locally-run bar, where you’ll get an insider’s run-down of Japan’s most esteemed labels. Enjoy samples that are usually costly and difficult to find, including award-winning bottles of aged whisky, in this under-the-radar watering hole.

Raise your glass and get a taste for Shinjuku's exciting nightlife on this lively bar-hopping crawl. Join a local guide and fellow partygoers as you hop between buzzy pubs and hidden bars you'd struggle to find alone. Enjoy a delicious dinner, drinks throughout the evening, and a sake to finish. Perfect for food and culture lovers, you’ll hear insights from your knowledgeable guide and the chance to ask plenty of questions.

Language barriers can make Tokyo’s nightlife scene hard to navigate, but this private tour removes the guesswork. A local insider leads the way, helping you to skip the tourist traps and discover hidden bars and exclusive spots most visitors miss. The experience is tailored to your preferences, so each venue is chosen to match your interests for a more personalized night out.

While at first glance Tokyo might look like a stressful place to cycle, Japan's capital is surprisingly well-equipped for exploring on two wheels. This small-group bike tour takes you off the beaten path and to parts of Shibuya usually reserved for locals, as well as covering top attractions, too. A small group ensures you can pedal at a relaxed pace, while two daily departures make it easy to slot this tour into busy sightseeing schedules.

You don't have to be an artist to participate in this lantern-making workshop in Hoi An's old town. Enjoy the atmosphere of this location while you create a unique souvenir to take home. Treat yourself to complimentary cake, tea, and coffee as you start the class. Choose from three courses: learn how to make lanterns, paint designs, or both. Plus, you can explore the shop for more souvenirs and decorations.

Ideal for travelers looking for a lively atmosphere in Phuket, combine scenic sea views, water fun, and a dance party of this boat party cruise. Enjoy complimentary transportation from your hotel or villa anywhere in Phuket and board your boat. Slide into the water, snorkel, or soak up the sun, and enjoy an all-inclusive open bar and buffet. Then, dance to live DJ music and mingle with a vibrant crowd.

This is not a typical sake tasting. The Advanced Kyoto Insider Sake Experience explores sake that challenges conventional ideas of how sake is made. You will taste rare and exceptional sakes brewed using ancient methods, innovative fermentation techniques that highlight the power of microorganisms, and sake made with local wood that gives each brew a distinct regional character. Through these tastings, you will discover how dramatically flavor can change depending on philosophy, materials, and brewing choices — revealing the true depth and creative potential of sake. While this experience also covers the fundamentals of sake production and categories, it is designed for those who want to go beyond the basics and explore a deeper, more creative side of sake.

Experience making hand made rings by hammering the texture using the japanese traditional style called "Tankin". You Will choose your favorite material, thickness, shape and texture. Then, using special hammers and tools by customizing your own ring. lt will takes around 60 minutes for the whole prosess. Staff will carefully explain the prosess and will help you taking commemorative photo. Highly recommended for a good quality gift and souvenir. Embrace your creativity and enjoy our unique experience in japan.

Discover a side of Koh Lanta that most first-time visitors miss on a kayaking tour of Thungyeepeng Mangrove Forest. Exploring on a quiet, non-motorised kayak increases your chances of spotting local fauna, while a trip to Monkey Point gives you the chance to observe wild monkeys in their natural environment.

Enjoy a fun introduction to Tokyo’s nightlife scene without the risk of getting lost or missing the best spots. Whether you’re traveling solo or with friends, this evening pub crawl in Shibuya is a great way to meet new people while soaking in the city’s atmosphere. Visit several nightlife venues and enjoy shots to get the party started.

Explore the charm of Hoi An with this experience that includes fishing, crabbing by basket boat, and coffee making with lunch. Join local fishermen for activities like net fishing and crab catching in a coconut forest setting. Learn about the ecosystem as you ride through the forest and enjoy delicious local cuisine and Vietnamese coffee. Suitable for all ages, this private tour offers flexibility and convenience with pickup and drop-off services.

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.

Avoid the most touristy places and head to local hangouts in Tokyo’s Ueno neighborhood. This evening tour will take you to atmospheric izakaya (Japanese pubs) on Ueno’s buzzing Ameyoko Shopping Street, where you can enjoy some food and drinks (own cost) alongside the locals. Learn more about Tokyo’s nightlife culture and cuisine than you would bar-hopping by yourself, and stay safe after dark by going with a guide.

You don’t need to spend two days to discover Ha Long Bay. This deluxe day cruise packs the key sights of an overnight trip into just a few hours, with a buffet lunch too. You’ll kayak or ride a bamboo boat (extra fee) through Hang Luon Cave, marvel at the illuminated formations in Sung Sot Cave, and explore Ti Top Island. Upgrade for shuttle transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter hotels.

Our Japanese staff guided over 200 tours from 2018 to 2020, and we're thrilled to be back in Kyoto! If you're looking to explore Kyoto efficiently, our biking tour is the perfect choice. Unlike bus or walking tours, which can be time-consuming, our bike tours allow you to visit popular destinations in a shorter timeframe. We utilize scenic backstreets to avoid traffic and maximize your sightseeing experience. You may think this 3 hours bike ride is too long for you,, but we will guide you with a lot of descriptions of Japanese and Kyoto cultures so you will not become bored with us.Also visiting a real temple and trying real Green tea will be one of the most memorable experiences in Kyoto! Jump on a bicycle and enjoy the unique sights of Kyoto. Pedal through temples, stroll among shrines, and sip green tea while viewing exquisite hidden gardens. In addition we will take you to see some delightful unexpected sights.

Kyoto’s beautiful area of Arashiyama is known for its bamboo groves, but instead of being stuck in crowds—this small-group activity offers a completely different experience. Enjoy a hands-on lesson in a bamboo craftsman’s house and learn how to make your own bamboo souvenir—such as an LED lantern, sake bottle, teacup, or even a smartphone holder.