Top Osaka Classes & Workshops - page 3

Whether you’re new to Osaka or simply want to socialize with people in a warm environment, this meetup lets you talk, drink, and play games with locals and people from around the world. It can be difficult to make new friends in Osaka-this event minimizes the language barrier and attracts people who are open to meeting others.

Visit a popular micro pig cafe in Osaka and enjoy a unique animal experience. Pet, feed, and take photos with adorable and friendly micro pigs in a clean and cozy indoor space. Our pigs are gentle, well cared for, and love meeting guests from around the world. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and animal lovers visiting Japan. Conveniently located just 5 minutes from Gamou 4-chome Station. Photo review offer: Guests who post a review with a photo during their micro pig interaction experience will receive complimentary pig treats. Important: To protect the health of our pigs, guests who have traveled from countries affected by ASF (African Swine Fever) within the past 2 days are not allowed to enter. Participation is possible from the 3rd day after arriving in Japan. Please check the image for more details.

Carve a moment out of your hectic sightseeing schedule for peace with this zen meditation and calligraphy experience in Osaka. From burning traditional incense to hand-writing a Buddhist scripture, your guide will walk you through the meditative rituals at Saisho-ji Temple and provide all the necessary materials. The morning tour frees up the rest of your day to do as you please.

You can experience making "TEMARI" (Japanese traditional handcraft ,embroidered balls) using plant-dyed threads. The Temari made with your favorite colors of embroidery threads will be unique and the only one in the world. The Temari baseball will be prepared at my side. If you have any preferred color, please let me know at least 3 days in advance.

Create your own itinerary during this full-day private tour of Osaka. Skip the hassle of traveling in a large tour group—your guide is dedicated to just you and your private party. Visit the kofun tombs, the south of the city, as well as temples and gardens. Private round-trip hotel transportation in a luxury vehicle included.

Go off the beaten track—and avoid tourist traps—on this nighttime walking tour of Osaka. In a small group of no more than six people, sample several local dishes across the foodie districts of Tenma and Kyobashi, enjoy a few drinks, and get to know the locals. Get a genuine taste of Osaka's culture and nightlife without the need to plan an itinerary.

Create your own bento box lunch during a Japanese cooking class in Osaka. Taking place at the popular Sakura Cook restaurant, the small-group cooking experience shows you how to make up to seven classic dishes that are often made in Japanese homes. You’ll learn how to marinate, cook, and then pack your meal before eating your creations at the end.

This painting workshop lets you create a one-of-a-kind Daruma while putting your wishes into a traditional symbol of Japan. Choose one Daruma from 10 different colors and design it freely with your own creativity. Once completed, you can take your finished Daruma home with you. The experience includes multilingual guidance and attentive support, allowing you to enjoy focused painting. This workshop offers a uniquely Japanese memory and a meaningful souvenir from your journey. It is popular with friends, couples, families, and solo travelers alike.

The most popular sushi making class in Osaka, doutonbori! You can learn how to make sushi from ingredients. We will teach you the details so that you become able to make sushi at home. ・12 pieces of sushi(nigiri style, gunkan style) ・You can enjoy Japanese sake and beer

Learn to roll sushi like a pro during this sushi-making class in Osaka that includes dinner. Get a hands-on introduction to the art of sushi from a professional instructor, then sit down to enjoy your creations, along with other Japanese snacks. This personalized sushi course, limited to just eight participants, offers upgrade options to sample Japanese sake and beer.

Making sushi is a skill that is difficult to master alone. Get a hands-on experience under the guidance of an expert in this class at an Osaka restaurant. In a small group of no more than 14 participants, learn how to make sushi, as well as other typical Japanese dishes including miso soup and yakitori chicken.

A value-priced cultural experience course to enjoy Japanese traditional culture easily. And this lesson offers you a unique double experience: the making of a gold “makie” crafting experience, and a lesson in the art of perfecting your matcha. Experience the traditional Japanese craft of "kinpun makie (gold powder lacquer art)". Delicate and beautiful maki-e has a long history and is an art filled with the Japanese sense of beauty. Using this technique, you can create your own original mini coaster, the only one of its kind in the world. You can take your finished work home as a souvenir. The coaster comes with a stand for display and can be enjoyed as an interior decoration. In the Matcha tea experience, you will make your own Matcha and enjoy it with seasonal Japanese sweets.

You can have a real Kimono experience. We have a lot of line ups about kimono. Also you can enjoy Japanese culture making Tsumaki -zaiku accessories.

Experience the elegance of Japanese culture in our exclusive private Yukata dressing workshop. The Yukata, a simpler yet equally beautiful version of the Kimono, offers a unique opportunity for you to immerse yourself in local traditions. Imagine wearing it yourself and strolling through vibrant summer festivals! The only challenge lies in its distinctive style compared to Western attire, leaving many unsure of the proper way to wear it. But don’t worry! Our expert instructor will guide you through the process, revealing that it's much more straightforward than it appears once you've learned the techniques

"Takoyaki" is a traditional food that originated in Osaka. It is cooked in a special takoyaki machine and eaten with a toothpick. Many tourists who visit Osaka buy takoyaki at stores, but locals often make them at home. They gather with family and friends and spend a fun time cooking and eating takoyaki together. The filling doesn't have to be octopus! You can add your favorite fillings, such as cheese or crab sticks. During this experience, you can also enjoy Ramune, a traditional Japanese carbonated drink, with your takoyaki. We hope you will experience the joy of making and eating "takoyaki," the pride of Osaka, together in the region where it originated.

Make the most of Osaka's delicious food scene by learning how to make some traditional dishes at home in this small-group class. Learn how to make authentic matcha at home, too. The small class size means you can get more feedback and tips from your instructor, with plenty of room to ask questions.

I think it will be a special and unforgettable time for you to experience making Japanese soba, a traditional Japanese culture, in a calm temple. And you can't get the taste of soba noodles you make yourself anywhere else. I would like to sincerely share with you the traditional culture of Japan.

It'll be held in a 100 year-old traditional Japanese house with a mixed eastern style interior. The workshop will provide all the materials needed for a smoother experience. The workshop will have 2 levels available, the traditional kanzashi which will be easy and the sakura kanzashi which will be a little more difficult than the traditional one. The sakura kanzashi may take more time to make than the traditional one but the instructor will guide you throughout the workshop. There will also be a break time where the travelers can enjoy some matcha and Japanese sweets. After the workshop, they can take home their handmade kanzashi in a box and they can look around some kanzashis made by the instructor available for purchase.

The instructor is a licensed Urasenke instructor and can answer any questions in English.This is the only place where you can experience a formal tea ceremony on a chair, rather than sitting on tatami mats. Not only enjoying making Match but you also learn about the history of the ceremonny in Japan.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Japan’s second biggest city and step into the world of matcha. In this tea ceremony class in Osaka, you’ll learn about the deep history and etiquette of this intricate Japanese tradition from a friendly English-speaking host. Traditionally, participants sit in a kneeling position known as “seiza”, but this class allows you to take part from the comfort of a chair, so you can focus on making matcha the authentic way.

• Like a homestay experience — welcomed as family, authentic Osaka hospitality. • Explore a real neighborhood market — wander through narrow back streets where Osaka locals shop every day. • Make your own Osaka-style box sushi (hako-zushi) — each person presses their own using a traditional wooden mold, like a proper Osaka chef. • Eat what you made — enjoy your sushi with tempura, miso soup. • Optional sake tasting — sample 2–3 carefully selected Japanese sakes. • Whisk your own matcha latte using traditional tea tools, served with a Japanese sweet. • Take home a printed English recipe card — recreate your box sushi and matcha latte back home. • Taught by an experienced home cook — your host has run a beloved cooking class with a waitlist for over 200 Japanese adults and children. • Intimate and personal — maximum 5 guests, so you get real attention and real conversation. • Vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dietary needs welcome with advance notice.

A valuable experience of Japan's spiritual culture! Calligraphy is one of the traditional "ways" that have been passed down since ancient times. Focusing only on writing kanji on white paper will clear your mind and bring you relaxation. In this experience, you can also learn how to use authentic tools and the correct way to write kanji from a professional instructor. At the end, you will be able to write kanji on a beautiful hanging scroll and take it home with you.

The UNESCO-listed temple settlement of Mount Koya is the center of Shingon Buddhism and one of Japan's most sacred sites. Discover this magical place on a private full-day walking tour departing from Osaka. You guide will personalize your experience in line with your personal interests and provide insights into the traditions and spirituality of Mount Koya.

Skip the lines at the popular, entertaining Abeno Harukas building in Osaka. This ticket allows you access to the 58th floor Brighter Sky 300 observation deck, for sweeping views of Osaka city from 984 feet (300 meters) in the air. While you’re there, you can choose to enjoy a meal at the Sky Garden 300 restaurant, or shop for designer brands at the Abeno Harukas shopping mall (with on-the-spot tax refunds!).