Top Asia Classes & Workshops

Delve into Hanoi's local coffee scene with an immersive coffee workshop. Learn about Vietnam's rich coffee history and unique brewing techniques. Learn from professionals how to brew authentic Vietnamese coffee and tell the difference between a perfectly brewed cup and an ordinary one.

Fans of samurai and ninja history—this one’s for you. Enjoy an immersive tour in Kyoto where a guide takes you around the Samurai and Ninja Museum. See preserved artifacts up close and enjoy hands-on experiences during your visit, such as wearing samurai armor, throwing a ninja star, and posing with replica swords.

Learn how to make maki, temari, and nigiri on this hands-on sushi experience in Tokyo. Hear about the art (and the etiquette) behind each bite from expert chefs, and work with fresh ingredients such as tuna, salmon, and flying fish roe. Get personalized instruction in a small-group setting and savor your creations alongside 15 like-minded travelers.

Thai food can be tricky to learn how to cook on your own, which is why it’s helpful to have an instructor to help demystify the process. With this group cooking class, you’ll learn all you need to know to make dishes at home, and get to dine on what you cook in class. You’ll also take home with a PDF featuring 40 pages of recipes at no extra cost.

Prepare for battle and learn the skills of the samurai during an interactive class studying the ancient Japanese martial art of kenbu. Learn everything from basic choreography movements to more complex actions that incorporate a sword and folding fan. After your class, participate in a photo session with your samurai costume and receive a certificate of completion and a souvenir towel.

Learn how to prepare traditional Thai cuisine during a 4-hour cooking class. Convenient transportation takes you from your hotel to Kata.  Pick up ingredients from a local market with your teacher and let the hands-on experience begin. Classes are available in both the morning and afternoon, with different dishes taught each day. So you're free to choose a time and menu that works for you.

With this Seoul cooking school experience, you can learn invaluable hands-on Korean cooking tips that you wouldn’t get from a book. Find out how to prepare and cook a selection of delicious dishes—from "bulgogi" to "bibimbap"—and best of all, you can taste everything you prepare, with over ten different dishes included in the experience.

Instead of simply buying souvenir chopsticks, create a pair that is truly your own. Choose your favorite from a variety of beautiful woods, each with its own unique color, grain, and character. Using a traditional Japanese “kanna” hand plane, you’ll shape your chopsticks from scratch, smooth the surface by hand, and finish them with natural oil under the guidance of the instructor. For an even more personal touch, you can optionally engrave your name or a special message on the ends of your chopsticks, creating a one-of-a-kind souvenir from your time in Japan. More than just something to take home, you’ll leave with a pair of chopsticks you crafted yourself—and the memory of making them.

A repertoire of Thai dishes makes the perfect souvenir from your Koh Lanta vacation. Join a professional chef in a teak wood house amid an organic garden for a lunch or dinner feast. You’ll prepare four dishes from a menu of 10 choices—vegetarian and lower spice options are available on request—then enjoy them alongside water, coffee, tea, and seasonal fruits. Leave with your leftovers and a cooking certificate.

Forge a deeper connection with Jaipur's culture than you could on your own during a private market tour and vegetarian cooking class. This one takes place in a local home and grants you access to ingredients and equipment that you may not have back home. Enjoy personalized attention from your host as you learn to prepare traditional Rajasthani dishes in a welcoming setting. Then, sit down to enjoy your meal.

Find out what's it's like to be a ninja. This small-group beginners class in a Kyoto dojo introduces you to the basics of ninja training. You'll learn how to breathe, walk, and meditate like a ninja, practice throwing ninja weapons, and learn how to use ninja swords. It's a unique Japanese experience for all ages.

Whether you’re a keen home cook or just like to eat sushi, enjoy a fun, hands-on sushi-making experience in your pick of several Tokyo neighborhoods. A Japanese sushi chef will demonstrate how to make sushi with salmon, tuna, and other ingredients. You can also watch a video instruction beside your seat. Wear a sushi chef’s costume to really get into the experience, and learn more about Japanese culture and cuisine.

Learn how to make authentic Sri Lankan food at home—long after your visit—during a private cooking class. Get an overview of classic Sri Lankan spices and ingredients before you get to cooking. Practice different techniques under the guidance of your private instructor, who will provide additional cooking tips. The dish may change depending on what's fresh and in season.

Join a half-day cooking class in Chiang Mai that offers hands-on instruction with lively commentary from your chef-instructor. Take a guided tour a local food market to see ingredients typically used in Thai cuisine, then return to the cooking school kitchen to learn to prepare six dishes. Once you have finished, enjoy the meal that you helped to create. Hotel pickup and drop-off is provided.

If you enjoy eating Vietnamese food, take your knowledge up a few notches with a small-group cooking class in a local home in Da Nang. Learn about the ingredients and techniques used in Vietnamese cuisine from your local host. The class offers a relaxed, intimate setting where you prepare and share family-style dishes like pho noodle soup, rice pancakes, and green papaya salad.

Dive deep into Bali’s rich culinary scene with this hands-on cooking class, including a morning market tour to explore local ingredients and culture, with stress-free round-trip pickup from Ubud included. Try your hand at making and tasting chicken in coconut curry, Balinese steamed fish in banana leaf, boiled banana in palm sugar syrup, and more, with help from your teacher and their assistant.

Get to know Bali’s culture through an immersive cooking experience with a veteran chef. Start with a hassle-free pickup from your Legian, Kuta, or Seminyak hotel, then tour a local market to find fresh ingredients. Learn to cook 10 traditional Balinese dishes like chicken in banana leaf, peanut sauce, and green papaya salad, then enjoy your meal with your small group before returning. Alcoholic beverages are not included.

This hands-on experience invites you into a quiet traditional workshop, where you will learn the meaning and history of Korean seals and carve one that is uniquely yours. Led by a craft artist with 19 years of experience and the author of and , this small-group class offers a more personal and meaningful cultural experience. You'll be guided through each step, making it easy and enjoyable even for beginners. Your finished seal can be used as a personal signature or kept as a meaningful souvenir from Korea. This experience is available only in Insadong, where traditional craftsmanship still lives on. ✔ Small group experience ✔ Personal guidance ✔ Only in Insadong More than a souvenir, a Seoul story. Featured on MBC’s “Welcome, First Time in Korea?” and the Korea Tourism Organization’s promotional campaign, an experienced cultural host awaits you for an unforgettable Korean experience. (Please be advised that only those with reservations can attend)

If you've ever wanted to make restaurant-quality ramen at home, this small-group class in Tokyo is a great opportunity to learn from an experienced chef. Hear insider stories and anecdotes from the restaurant scene, and practice different techniques to make authentic gyoza and ramen. All the ingredients you'll need will be at your disposal.

Experience authentic Thai culture through Muay Thai at FITFAC — one of Bangkok’s most reputable gyms with over 10 years of experience. We specialize in training beginners and are highly popular among local Thais and foreign expats, with 11 locations conveniently located near major transport hubs. * Private 1-on-1 sessions — personalized instruction at your own pace * Beginner-friendly — no experience needed; most of our guests are first-timers * Free Muay Thai shorts — a popular souvenir included with your session * Air-conditioned, clean gyms — no worries about Bangkok’s heat or air quality * Hotel pick-up & drop-off available — enjoy a hassle-free experience with transport to and from any of our 11 locations Train with professional Thai boxers in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you're looking to try something new or want a truly unique workout in Bangkok, book with us for an unforgettable experience.

Soba noodles are a staple of Japanese cuisine, and a treat for visitors in Japan—but learning how to craft these hand-cut buckwheat noodles is usually left to professional chefs, and especially tricky if you don't speak Japanese. During this private cooking workshop in Sapporo, mix flour and stretch and cut the dough to master the art of making soba yourself. Then, sit down to enjoy your freshly prepared meal.

The ideal experience for foodie travelers—an authentic Balinese cooking class, hosted by a local chef in the jungle surroundings of Ubud. Learn about the spices and ingredients used in Balinese cookery and discover new flavors at the morning market, and choose your ingredients for the class. Then, at the workshop, learn how to use them using traditional techniques, and eat your masterpieces as a sit down meal.

Get a real taste of Cambodia as you sample Siem Reap specialty sombai. Learn how the local liqueur is made by on a small-group tour of a Sombai workshop, and see the infusion room where fruits and spices are used for flavor. Finally, sample the famous liqueur, tasting a variety of different flavors from sweet to spicy, and perhaps purchase some as a unique souvenir.

Learn the art of sushi making from experts at a Michelin-listed standing sushi restaurant in Shibuya, Tokyo. Dress as a sushi chef and craft authentic nigiri sushi, making 10 pieces yourself and tasting 10 made by the chef with upgraded ingredients. Enjoy a complimentary Japanese tea or sake as you perfect your new skill.