Top Asia Classes & Workshops

Get a first-hand experience of traditional Japanese culture with this small-group samurai experience in Asakusa. You'll have the opportunity to put on a traditional samurai outfit, including armor and helmet, pose for photos, and learn how to (safely) wield a katana just like a real samurai. The experience includes a tour of the Samurai and Ninja Museum.

Master the basics of Thai cuisine on this tour, with this cooking class with a professional chef in Bangkok. The morning class starts off with a guided visit to Asok market to shop for ingredients, while the afternoon and evening classes feature a mango carving workshop. After, get your hands dirty by making curry paste from scratch as well as traditional Thai dishes during a hands-on cooking class. Then sit down to feast on a delicious homemade lunch or dinner.

Try your hand at Indian cooking in the home of a local home chef with this cooking class. Your instructor, Durga, will teach you how to make all sorts of savory dishes, including dal (lentils), chapati (flatbread), and a main dish. After class, you and your fellow students will sit down to dine on your creations.

Take home more than just memories of tasty dishes in Taiwan, learning to make traditional Xiao Long Bao soup dumplings from scratch during this Taiwanese cooking class. Learn the craft of Taiwanese cooking first-hand with experienced instructors.

Japanese kitchen knives are among some of the world’s finest, and this hands-on workshop in Asakusa shows you how they’re made. Pick your blade type and size, then sharpen it under the watchful eye of a master craftsman, before engraving your name in Japanese on the magnolia handle.

Learn to cook an authentic Thai meal with a full-day cooking class that includes pickup and drop-off at your Chiang Mai hotel. Pick ingredients from the organic market, then roll up your sleeves to cook a meal of classic Thai dishes. An expert cooking instructor will walk you through each step, and you’ll get to enjoy the meal you’ve prepared at the end of the lesson. Both morning and evening classes are available.

Learn the complexities of Balinese cuisine in a cooking class taught by an expert chef. You’ll prepare a 3-course meal using a variety of spices blended with the freshest vegetables, meat and fish. Select from three menus (including vegetarian) and upgrade for an optional morning visit to the Jimbaran fish market, accompanied by the chef. Afterward, enjoy your creations for lunch or dinner. Bonus: you can keep your class apron as a souvenir!

Live like a local among the locals with this private hands-on cooking lesson. Join your host, Putu, her grandparents, her husband, and their children for lunch or dinner in their traditional compound home. Learn about the spices Putu uses, the traditional Balinese medicines she makes, and the rice, fruit, and animals her grandparents tend on their farm as you prepare and eat a Balinese feast, washed down with local alcohol.

Try your hand at traditional Japanese cooking and learn how to make ramen from scratch, as well as two types of gyoza. This small-group cooking class in Nishinomiya gives you hands on experience and the chance to learn cooking techniques that can easily be replicated back home. After preparing your meal, you will enjoy the fruits of your labor together, with a seasonal dessert.

Create a personal and distinctive souvenir at a family-run Jaipur workshop located at S.P. ASSOCIATES. Watch locals carve blocks, print patterns, and wash fabric, then design and print your own scarf, apron, tote bag, napkins, or placemats with expert guidance. Learn about block making, dyes, and quality checks, and explore tailor-made clothing options. Upgrade to include round-trip private transfers for convenience.

Just a 7-minute walk from Shibuya Scramble Crossing, this hands-on workshop in the heart of Shibuya invites you to craft your own handmade Japanese chopsticks in under an hour. Guided by skilled instructors, you will shape, sand, and finish high-grade timber into a unique pair to take home. No experience is needed. Ideal for travelers, couples, and families. Select from several types of timber, with the option to upgrade to premium woods for an elevated finish and feel. Personalize your chopsticks further with custom engravings for ¥1,000; add a name, date, or message to make your creation truly your own or a perfect gift. Designed to be tailored and traveler-friendly, the experience combines expert guidance with a warm, welcoming studio atmosphere. Rather than purchasing a mass-produced souvenir, you will leave with a meaningful, handcrafted everyday object shaped by your own hands.

Welcome to Our Home, 100-Year-Old Hanok in the Heart of Seoul: Step into a local’s residential home where heritage meets present, experience Korean traditional home culture. Join our Korean culinary journey: Explore royal cuisine and famous dishes such as LA Galbi, Fresh Kimchi, Pajeon, Tapyeongchae, from various regions of Korea. Dine Like Royalty on Traditional Bangjja Plate: Enjoy Cozyness of Traditional Korean Dining Space! Savor your creations on beautifully crafted, handmade tableware for a unique experience. Learn in Warm and Small Group Atmosphere : No cooking skills? No problem! Our Class aims for Max 6 people for private experience. With the help of our experts with an official culinary certificate, our class makes it easy, fun, and accessible for everyone.

Learn how to whisk matcha like a pro during this matcha-matching class in the heart of Asakusa, one of Tokyo's most traditional neighborhoods. Under the guidance of your instructor, learn the art of preparing matcha step by step then enjoy a cup accompanied by some delicious traditional Japanese sweets.

Turn something old into something new during this lesson in the Japanese art of "Kintsugi," the practice of repairing broken pottery, and there's a chance to see Master Taku on the day of your visit. Stemming from a Japanese belief that breakage and repair are part of the history of an object, rather than a reason to throw it away, your class involves repairing damaged items (plates are provided; personal items are not allowed) with lacquer mixed with gold. Don a "samue" as you refinish one traditional pottery item, leaving you with a newfound appreciation for Japanese aesthetics and a unique souvenir.

Discover the culinary traditions of Japan in Osaka, one of Japan’s best food cities, on this small-group cooking lesson at a local's home. Learn how to prepare popular Japanese dishes including *okonomiyaki* (savory pancakes), *takoyaki* (deep fried octopus balls), and miso soup. You can expand your Japanese cuisine knowledge, and best of all, eat your creations when you’re finished.

Learn the secrets of creating traditional Thai cuisine at home during this hands-on half-day cooking class from Phuket. English and Chinese-speaking Thai chefs unlock the flavors and ingredients necessary to create some of the nation's most famous dishes and travelers have the chance to learn and practice in a scenic teaching kitchen located just five minutes from Patong Beach in Kathu.

We offer a unique, hands-on experience for travelers - especially Gameboy lovers to mod your Gameboy (Classic/Advance/ SP). The final result is a one-of-a-kind, meaningful souvenir you can take home, play every day, or gift to someone special. This blend of craftsmanship, creativity, and cultural immersion makes our experience truly unlike anything else available in Japan.

While most cooking classes give you the chance to create a few dishes, this experience lets you learn to prepare nine Balinese classics, making it the ultimate choice for food lovers. As well as mastering the basics of Balinese cuisine, you’ll benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide. Opt for the morning tour to include a market visit and shop for ingredients like a local.

Get hands-on in a Japanese kitchen in Kujo Tokyo with this private cooking tour where you learn to make ramen and gyoza from scratch. Under expert guidance, you’ll knead dough, mix fillings, and prepare classic Tokyo comfort food—then enjoy your creations. A perfect, tasty combo of cooking, culture, and delicious results for travelers who want to cook and eat like locals, with a skill they can take home and keep.

Learn more about Vietnamese culture through its food during this multi-activity small-group tour, without the hassle of booking separate excursions. Tour Hoi An’s fresh produce market to select the ingredients you’ll cook with. Then, set sail up the river in a bamboo basket boat and try fishing for crabs the Vietnamese way. In the kitchen, enjoy a hands-on cooking class and learn new skills. Enjoy eating your creations after.

Get a taste of everyday life in Chiang Mai with this sunset cooking class at an organic farm. After collecting fresh ingredients straight from the garden, learn to prepare five authentic regional dishes like hot and sour soup or Thai green curry. Take in the views over the rice fields and mountains while you enjoy your delicious meal alongside your new cooking buddies.

Come home from your Vietnam trip with more than a bag of souvenirs—come home with authentic Vietnamese cooking skills and insight into the culinary traditions of this beautiful country. Starting at the iconic Ben Thanh market, you’ll select fresh ingredients before sitting down to your own cooking station, where you’ll then follow a chef across four iconic dishes, learning skills and techniques. At the end, celebrate by tasting your creations.

You don’t just experience a tea ceremony in Tokyo on this small-group tour—you can also enjoy a free kimono rental, with staff assistance to ensure comfort and authenticity. The tea ceremony is hands-on, giving you the opportunity to practice these traditions as you learn about them. It isn’t just a culinary experience, as you also learn the meaning of “ichigo ichie,” a Japanese concept that emphasizes treasuring each moment.

Learn about Chado, an ancient zen tea ceremony, with this guided experience in Tokyo. Immerse yourself in an authentic tearoom equipped with tatami mats and learn to prepare a bowl of matcha tea. Sample multiple types of tea and learn your preferences. Enjoy three kinds of local Japanese confectionary, too.