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Kochi Castle and Exclusive Tea and Meditation Experience

★ 5.0 (2)

🛕 Culture & History

Japan

Kochi Castle and Exclusive Tea and Meditation Experience

When Ben from our team ran this five-hour Kochi tour, we started at the 400-year-old castle—a serious landmark that delivers genuine historical weight—then headed to Yōhōji Temple, where tourists barely venture. The real standout was the temple staff chat, matcha prep by the garden, and a guided meditation session with seasonal views. Our guide handled everything in English, and the whole experience felt less rushed tour-ticking and more like we'd actually landed somewhere quiet.

Cartoon experience course for travelers

When Em from our team tried this cartoon workshop in Japan, we found ourselves in a rare space where travellers can actually sit down and make manga using both traditional and digital gear. The studio supplies everything—pens, tablets, paper—so there's no barrier to having a crack at it, whether you've drawn before or not. Over two hours, you're working alongside the tools pros use, which shifts the whole vibe from tourist gimmick to something genuinely creative. It's a solid rainy-day or culture-seeking activity in a country obsessed with manga, and it draws a mixed crowd of curious visitors and local art enthusiasts.

Osaka’s Hidden Gem: Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine Tour in 90 Minutes

When Ben from our team explored Sumiyoshi Taisha, he found a shrine that most international visitors simply skip past. This 90-minute tour cuts through the tourist shuffle and digs into the real story—the unusual Sumiyoshi-zukuri design, the mythology woven through its grounds, and the quirky details (rabbit messengers, sacred stones, that dramatic arched bridge) that make the place tick. Led by someone who actually knows the place, it's a walk through Osaka's spiritual core without the crowds.

Lucky Cats Temple & Old Tokyo Yanaka 1/2-Day Walking Private Tour

When Lily from our BugBitten team ran this half-day walking tour, it felt like stepping out of Tokyo's chaos into genuinely quieter pockets of the city. You'll visit a temple packed with hundreds of small beckoning cat statues, pop into a nearby Shinto shrine to understand how Japan's two main faiths sit side by side, then head across town to Yanaka—a neighbourhood of narrow lanes, wooden shopfronts, and heritage that hasn't been sanitised for tourists. The cemetery adds a sobering, respectful beat to the afternoon. Four hours total, including transport and hotel pickup, it's built for people who want Tokyo without the overwhelming crowds.

4 hoursfrom AUD $190

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Tokyo Private City Tour

When Sarah from our team ran this eight-hour Tokyo private city tour, we got the full sweep: old temple grounds and market stalls in Asakusa, then straight into the neon chaos of Shibuya, Harajuku, and Akihabara. It's a breakneck itinerary that bounces between Tokyo's heritage and pop culture hot spots—the kind of day that leaves you buzzing but also absolutely knackered. Your guide handles the logistics; you handle the sensory overload. Suits people keen on ticking boxes and soaking up the city's contradictions in one hit.

Full-Day Bicycle Tour on the Noto Peninsula

When Ben from our team cycled the Noto Peninsula, he found what's become Japan's go-to bike destination for good reason. The ride covers rugged, mountainous terrain through deeply rural countryside—think fishing villages, salt farms, and quiet backroads most visitors miss. Ben's a local who's spent years working traditional salt operations and learning Noto's history, so the 6–8 hour loop isn't just pedalling; it's a guided immersion into how people actually live here. You'll climb, eat at proper local spots, and see why cyclists are finally cottoning on to this place. Fair warning: the hills are legit, and fitness matters.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $235

North Beaches Private tour with licensed interpreter guide/driver

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

North Beaches Private tour with licensed interpreter guide/driver

When Jake from our team booked this North Beaches private tour, we got a certified Okinawa guide, a comfortable mini van, and a proper local lens on the region. The operator designs each trip around what you're after — nature, history, culture, or active stuff — rather than herding you through tick-box attractions. Eight hours gives you real time to explore the northern coastline, chat with locals, and find the spots that don't make the guidebooks. It's tailor-made, so the itinerary shifts based on what you actually want to see.

Miyajima 3 Hours Walking Tour with a Licensed Local Guide

When Em from our team ran this 3-hour walking tour on Miyajima, we got the full hit: the iconic floating torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine, the quieter Daisho-in Temple tucked into the island's hillside, and Kiyomori Street's busy lantern-lined stretch. Our guide was genuinely local — the kind who knew which oyster stall didn't water down the lemon sours and where the crowds thin out. Miyajima itself feels like a pilgrimage site that's learned to live with tourism; sacred but busy, especially near the shrine. The pace is steady walking over uneven ground and slopes, so fitness matters here.

A trip to Kyoto and Osaka in one day

When Lily from our BugBitten team booked this private car tour, she appreciated skipping Japan's packed trains and taxis to tackle both Kyoto and Osaka in a single day. You get a driver fluent in English, a comfortable Toyota (sized to your group), and all fuel, tolls, and parking sorted upfront — no surprise costs sneaking in during the drive. The 10–12 hour stint is long but realistic for hitting the major temples, shrines, and neighbourhoods both cities throw at you. The catch? You're booking transport, not a guided cultural experience, so you'll want some homework done beforehand or a driver willing to chat about what you're seeing.

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1176

Ramen Bowl Painting & Cooking in Gion, Kyoto

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Japan

Ramen Bowl Painting & Cooking in Gion, Kyoto

When Lily from our team tried this Gion workshop, we painted our own ramen bowls and spoons before cooking a personalised noodle dish in a working pottery studio tucked into Kyoto's geisha quarter. The 90-minute session blends ceramics craft with hands-on cooking — you're learning the yugiri technique (the noodle pull) while your handmade bowl sits drying nearby. It's small-group, intimate, and the vibe is genuinely creative rather than tourist-factory. You leave with either a decorated piece to take home or a fired bowl ready to use (collected the next day), plus the memory of slurping ramen from something you painted yourself.

Licensed Guide Walking Tour Featuring Club Warp Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this Shinjuku walking tour, the hook was clear: learn the neighbourhood's history from a licensed guide, then cap it off with entry to Warp, a long-running disco club that's been going strong for over two decades. It's a 4-hour blend of daytime exploration and nightlife, pitched squarely at international visitors keen to clock both the grit and the neon of Tokyo's most chaotic ward. You'll clock the main thoroughfares, soak in the guide's local knowledge, then descend into a proper club scene — all in one arvo.

Mie: Matsusaka Beef Gourmet Tour – Taste Japan’s Finest Wagyu

When Sarah from our team ran this Matsusaka beef tour in Mie, she discovered a compact but genuine deep-dive into Japan's most prized wagyu. Ninety minutes doesn't sound like much, but the guide steered us through handpicked restaurants and specialty shops, unpacking why these cattle—and their meat—command such reverence. It's not a rush; it's a tightly curated walkabout with real storytelling baked in. You'll taste the difference between cuts and prep styles, learn how the region's cattle are actually raised, and eat properly. A world away from the crowded Tokyo food-tour circuit.

Kimono Rental in Gion Kyoto

When Noah from our team hired a kimono in Gion, we found RikaWafuku to be a slick operation — they dress 230,000+ customers yearly, and it's easy to see why. Located two minutes from Gion-Shijo Station, the shop stocks over 400 kimonos, from lace-trimmed cutesy numbers to understated classics and retro picks. The whole process, dressing and hair included, takes 45–70 minutes, so it slots neatly into a morning or afternoon exploring Kyoto's old streets. Families, couples, and solo travellers all show up here.

3D Figure Souvenir made in Japan

When Jake from our team visited this Tokyo studio, we watched custom 3D figurines come to life in about half an hour. You bring a photo or pose for a scan, and their tech converts it into a detailed printed figure — think family portraits, wedding moments, or your dog immortalised in plastic. It's quirky, wallet-friendly, and genuinely different from the usual souvenir haul. The whole thing moves quickly, the studio's easy to reach by train, and they've sorted accessibility properly.

Kyoto Private magical Tour with a local guide

When Sarah from our BugBitten team did this Kyoto private tour, we walked the Higashiyama district on Kyoto's east side—the neighbourhood where Japanese culture and art took their shape centuries ago. Your guide walks you through temples, shrines, and heritage streets with the kind of local knowledge that makes the old stories stick. It's a 5–6 hour ramble at a pace that lets you actually absorb the place rather than tick boxes. The guide also handles photos along the way, so you're not wrestling with your phone the whole time. Higashiyama still carries the atmosphere of those earlier eras, even if you're sharing the narrow lanes with other tourists.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $679

Kamakura Private Tour With Guide (From Tokyo)

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Kamakura Private Tour With Guide (From Tokyo)

When Alex from our team ran this Kamakura tour, we found it a solid escape from Tokyo's chaos. You get a private driver and guide for 10 hours, hitting the Great Buddha, temples, gardens, and the quirky Enoden tram line that locals still ride. The town sits wedged between forested hills and coast — it's got that slower, spiritual vibe that makes Tokyo feel like another planet. The private setup meant we could linger where we wanted and skip the herds of tour groups, though you're funding your own entry fees and lunch, so budget accordingly.

10 hoursfrom AUD $942

Private Tokyo Walking Tour with Local Guide

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Private Tokyo Walking Tour with Local Guide

When Sarah from our BugBitten team took this private Tokyo walking tour, she got exactly what she booked: a guide who tailors the route to your interests and pace. You pick the neighbourhood — Shinjuku's neon chaos, Asakusa's temple quietness, Harajuku's fashion scene, or sleepier spots like Kichijoji — and choose your duration (1–6 hours). It's just you, your group, and a local who knows the back alleys, hole-in-the-wall food spots, and cultural quirks. The guide fee covers their time; everything else (transport, meals, shrine entry) you sort yourself. Best for small groups wanting to skip the tour-bus crowds.

1 hour – 6 hoursfrom AUD $45

Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa Kodaiji Ladies Plan with Hair Set

★ 5.0 (2)

🛕 Culture & History

Japan

Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa Kodaiji Ladies Plan with Hair Set

When Ben from our team hired a kimono at this small Kodaiji shop, we found ourselves in a proper Kyoto experience — hair styling included, proper accessories, the lot. It's a converted traditional wooden townhouse on the main heritage strip, so you step out of the fitting room straight into the atmospheric old lanes. The shop's compact size works in its favour: the staff actually pay attention to what you want rather than herding you through like a factory. You've got a solid range of patterns and colours to pick from, and the hair set (handled by experienced stylists with decent ornament options) lifts the whole thing beyond basic rental. Duration runs from an hour up to nine, depending on how long you want to roam.

1 hour – 9 hoursfrom AUD $63

Mochi Pounding and Sushi Making Experience in Tokyo

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Japan

Mochi Pounding and Sushi Making Experience in Tokyo

When Tom from our team booked this Tokyo workshop, he walked away with sore arms, sushi-stained fingers, and a genuine feel for why these dishes matter to Japanese food culture. You'll spend two hours in a compact kitchen space learning to roll maki and nigiri from scratch, then pivot to pounding mochi and shaping it into dango and ice-cream-filled bites. It's hands-on chaos in the best way — the instructor speaks English, the ingredients are proper fresh, and you eat what you make. Perfect for food-curious travellers who want a skill and a story, not just a photo op.

Painting Experience-Fun to Draw, Fun to Create-

When Sarah from our team tried this painting experience in Japan, she walked into a compact, characterful Kyomachiya (traditional wooden townhouse) and spent an hour learning brush techniques, sketching, and painting on fabric. The crew there encouraged her to write her name in Japanese calligraphy as a keepsake, then she had 40 minutes to design freely on three fabric pieces with her choice of colours. It's low-pressure, small-group stuff—no previous art skill needed—and you leave with heat-treated work in hand.

1 hourfrom AUD $30

Fukuoka to Nagasaki 2 days / 1 night Extensive Private Tour

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Fukuoka to Nagasaki 2 days / 1 night Extensive Private Tour

When Tom from our BugBitten team ran this private two-day jaunt through Fukuoka, Saga, and Nagasaki, he was steered by a guide with two decades of on-the-ground Kyushu know-how. The itinerary packs historical and cultural stops across three prefectures—the kind of granular regional knowledge you don't get on standard coach tours. Day one is meaty (more ground to cover), day two winds down. You'll stay one night in Nagasaki, whether that's a city hotel or a traditional hot-spring ryokan in Unzen—your call to book ahead. Private vehicle, flexible pickup, included lunch, and onboard WiFi round it out.

Gyoza Cooking Classes in Tokyo

When Alex from our BugBitten team took this Tokyo cooking class, we rolled up ready to master gyoza from scratch. The three-hour session walks you through folding, filling, and cooking these Japanese dumplings the proper way, working alongside a local chef who knows their stuff. You'll meet other food-focused travellers in a relaxed kitchen setting, and by the end, you've actually got a skill that sticks — plus a belly full of your own handiwork. The spot sits near decent public transport links, so getting there from central Tokyo is straightforward.

3 hoursfrom AUD $232

Shimizu Port Pickup: Mt. Fuji & Miho no Matsubara Tour

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Shimizu Port Pickup: Mt. Fuji & Miho no Matsubara Tour

When Jake from our BugBitten team ran this 4-hour port tour out of Shimizu, it hit the sweet spot for cruise passengers who want to see more than the ship. You get a UNESCO-protected pine grove, a proper shot at Mt. Fuji views across Suruga Bay, a wander through the local shopping district, and a chance to taste Shimizu's signature tuna bowl. It's a mix of natural scenery, cultural flavour, and a bit of retail therapy — guided by someone who knows the public transport system and can point out the details most visitors miss.

4 hoursfrom AUD $190

Accessible Mt Fuji and Hakone Tour with English Speaking Driver

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Accessible Mt Fuji and Hakone Tour with English Speaking Driver

When Ben from our BugBitten team booked this private transfer, we were after a hassle-free way to see Mt Fuji and Hakone without the usual tour-bus constraints. The service pairs wheelchair-accessible vans with English-speaking drivers for a flexible 8–10 hour loop taking in the mountain views, Lake Ashi, and Fuji Speedway. It's built specifically for travellers with mobility needs, so the vehicle kit (lifts, space for two wheelchairs) and certified crew are the whole point. The region itself is stunning but steep and sprawling—having a door-to-door private setup means you skip the accessible-transport anxiety and just turn up at your hotel ready to go.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $896

Shimanami Day Bike Tour: Fun for All, Great for Families

★ 5.0 (2)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Japan

Shimanami Day Bike Tour: Fun for All, Great for Families

When Jake from our team tried the Shimanami Day Bike Tour, we found a genuinely relaxed way to island-hop through Japan's inland sea without hammering kilometres. This eight-and-a-half-hour outing mixes short bike legs with ferry rides, designed so families and mixed-fitness groups don't feel left behind. You pedal between islands, soak in rural scenery and fishing villages, then ferry back. It's the kind of pace where you actually notice the landscape instead of just breathing hard.

8h 30mfrom AUD $407

Mt Fuji World Heritage Private Tour by Bullet Train and Car

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Mt Fuji World Heritage Private Tour by Bullet Train and Car

When Charlie from our team ran this Mt Fuji private tour, it ticked the box for anyone wanting to see Japan's most famous peak without the coach-tour chaos. You get the Shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo—genuinely smooth and a buzz in itself—then a private car and guide who knows the region's shrines, heritage centre, and landscapes. Eight hours total, which moves at a decent clip. The guide handles the logistics, so you're not wrestling with train schedules or navigation. Worth it if you want a guided, curated experience rather than DIY-ing it.

Sushi Making Experience in Kagoshima!

When Ben from our team tried this sushi-making class in Kagoshima, we rolled up expecting a bit of tourist theatre — but walked away with genuinely useful knife skills and a feed we'd actually made ourselves. You'll kit up in a chef's uniform, watch the basics, then get hands-on rolling and shaping your own pieces under guidance. It's conducted in Japanese, so language learners should come ready to follow along visually. The whole thing runs 90 minutes, and you get to eat what you've made at the end. Groups need to be at least four people, and the menu shifts day to day depending on what's fresh.

1h 30mfrom AUD $50

Kanazawa Private Family Tour with a Local – Flexible Meet-Up

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Kanazawa Private Family Tour with a Local – Flexible Meet-Up

When Em from our BugBitten team booked this private Kanazawa tour, we appreciated the honest flexibility—no scripted spiel, no forcing you through a preset checklist. A local guide meets you and builds the day around what actually interests your family: maybe the geisha district one day, a backstreet market the next. The 2–3 hour window lets you move at your own pace, pause for longer at something that grabs you, or chat over tea without watching the clock. Kanazawa itself is compact and walkable, with pockets of genuine local life tucked between the famous gardens and temples. The setup involves a questionnaire after booking so your guide knows whether you're into history, food, or hidden corners before you meet.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $92

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Harukas 300 Observatory Tickets | Osaka

When Jake from our team headed to Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory in Osaka's Tennoji district, we found ourselves in one of the region's most straightforward observation deck experiences. The 60-storey elevator whisks you up to a glass viewing platform with proper 360-degree views across the city, mountains, and sprawl. There's a Sky Garden plaza on the 58th floor if you want to catch your breath, and evening visits come with a light show and soundtrack. The whole thing runs about 2 hours, suits families and accessibility needs well, and gives you solid city-wide perspective without fuss.

2 hoursfrom AUD $12

Private Shizuoka Tour from Shizuoka Station / Sedan Taxi

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Private Shizuoka Tour from Shizuoka Station / Sedan Taxi

When Em from our team booked this private sedan taxi tour from Shizuoka Station, we hit three major spots around Shimizu in a compact 4-hour loop. Nihondaira Plateau offers tea fields and Mt. Fuji views (plus a ropeway if queues aren't punishing), Kunozan Toshogu Shrine is a stunning national treasure tucked into hillside, and Miho Beach rounds it out with pine groves and coastal heritage. It's a solid way to see the region without public transport stress—though the sedan feels cosy rather than spacious, and you'll need decent legs for shrine steps.

Narita Airport (NRT) ⇆ Tokyo Luxury Private Transfer

When Tom from our BugBitten team used Outech's private transfer from Narita to central Tokyo, it felt like the opposite of the airport scramble most of us know. A Mercedes collected him curbside, driver sorted luggage, and he spent an hour in air-con comfort with complimentary water and snacks while Tokyo's sprawl rolled past. The company's been doing this for twenty-odd years and it shows — punctual, professional, no faffing. Good for business travellers, families with young kids, and anyone who'd rather not decode Tokyo's train system after a long flight.

Instant Miso Soup Making Experience

When Mia from our team did this two-hour miso soup class in Nishio City, we got the real story behind Japan's most essential condiment. You're working inside a heritage miso brewery—over 150 years old—tasting three different types of miso, then making your own instant soup from scratch with an English-speaking local guide. It's hands-on and surprisingly intimate: you see how the stuff is actually made, taste the regional red miso that Chubu is known for, and leave with a proper understanding of why every Japanese household swears by their own version. Families and serious food nerds both walk away buzzing.

Private ski lesson for family or group(Transport included )

When Sarah from our BugBitten team booked a private ski lesson in Japan, she appreciated the hand-holding approach — you start at Mori-no-Kuni (a cosy meet point), get driven to the resort with your instructor, and spend the day split into small ability groups on slopes that match your level. The whole setup is built for families and groups who want personalised tuition without the logistics headache. It's a solid full-day option (half-day courses available too) that bundles transport, kit hire, and insurance, so you're not piecing together a dozen different bookings.

Kimono Wearing Experience-Fun to Wear Wearing-Fun to Know-

When Ben from our team tried this kimono experience in Kyoto, we found ourselves in a quiet machiya (traditional wooden townhouse) learning to dress properly — no rushed tourist snap-and-go. A qualified instructor works at your pace, handling all the layers and fastenings with patience. The one-hour session unfolds on the second floor overlooking local Kyoto life, a world away from the crowded temple runs. You can bring your own kimono or rent everything included; either way, there's zero fuss and genuine space to actually understand how the garment works.

Kyoto Private Full-day Walking Tour from Kyoto Station

When Mia from our BugBitten team ran this Kyoto walking tour, she hit three of the city's headline temples in a single day — Fushimi Inari-Taisha with its famous tunnel of vermillion gates, the clifftop Kiyomizu-dera, and the gold-leaf Kinkaku-ji. The guide knew Kyoto inside out, led everything on foot from Kyoto Station, and the pace felt deliberate rather than rushed across six-and-a-half hours. You're shoulder-to-shoulder with other visitors at each spot, especially Fushimi Inari and Kinkaku-ji, but the temples themselves are genuinely striking — the views from Kiyomizu-dera across the city alone justify the climb.

Daikoku & Tokyo Private JDM Tour by TopSecret Tuned R35 GT-R

When Sarah from our BugBitten team booked this private JDM tour, she got a proper insider look at Tokyo's car scene — riding in a tuned R35 GT-R from a pickup point of her choice straight to Daikoku, the nightly meet where Japan's petrolheads gather. The 3–4 hour experience centres on a 1-hour round-trip cruise to the car meet itself, with the option to roll in convoy with the operator's mate in an R34. It's a no-frills, high-octane taste of what car culture actually looks like in Tokyo, without the tourist-trap feel.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $851

Karatsu Ceramics Walking Tour: Visit Local Pottery Kilns

★ 5.0 (2)

🛕 Culture & History

Japan

Karatsu Ceramics Walking Tour: Visit Local Pottery Kilns

When Ben from our BugBitten team walked this Karatsu pottery tour, it felt like stepping into the town's creative backbone. Over two and a half hours, you're guided through the historic kiln sites that made this coastal Japanese town famous for its ceramics — think centuries-old techniques and wares that still shape the local identity. It's a compact walking experience through pottery studios, workshops, and hidden production spaces, with a cup of matcha thrown in to keep you steady. The seaside setting adds something genuinely pleasant to the whole vibe, and it's especially good if you're keen on traditional craftsmanship or just want to understand what makes Karatsu tick beyond the tourist checklist.

"Tamba-yaki" Ancient Kilns Guided Tour by Local Pottery Artist

When Sarah from our team did the Tamba-yaki Ancient Kilns tour, we got a proper sense of why this pottery tradition has stuck around for centuries in rural Tamba Sasayama. Your guide—a working local artist, not a museum docent—picks you up at Aino Station and walks you through about three active kilns over three hours, moving between workshops where potters are actually making stuff. The area itself is quiet and green, the kind of place where you can hear kilns firing. You'll see everything from traditional flower pots to contemporary gallery pieces, and the guide speaks English throughout.

3 hoursfrom AUD $254

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

1 Hour Private Photoshoot in Nagoya

When Noah from our team booked a private photoshoot in Nagoya, we got exactly what we needed: a qualified photographer, flexible scheduling, and over 100 polished images to take home. The outfit lets you pick your backdrop—whether it's the castle, the sprawling Hisaya-Odori precinct, or quieter spots around Noritake Garden—and they'll work around your plans. It's a straightforward hour that suits travellers wanting quality shots without the tour-group vibe, and there's even a proposal option if you're planning something big. The package includes retouching on up to 10 photos, which is a nice touch.

Vegetarian Gluten-Free/HALAL Ramen and Gyoza by Bentoya cooking

When Sarah from our team booked this cooking class in Japan, she went in curious about how a vegetarian ramen and gyoza experience would actually work — and walked out with a genuine skill. You're making both the broth and dumpling wrappers from scratch in a hands-on kitchen session, learning where to source proper Japanese ingredients, and sitting down to eat what you've made. It's a solid three hours, and the hosts have thought through dietary needs properly (halal and gluten-free options are built in, not bolted on). Most people on the class are travellers keen to pick up something they'll actually cook again at home.

3 hoursfrom AUD $123

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