Top Asia Literary, Art & Music Tours

Tokyo Studio Ghibli Museum and Ghibli Film Appreciation Tour including Lunch

• 244 Reviews
• Experience the magic of Studio Ghibli during an enchanting tour to the Ghibli Museum and Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architecture Museum. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, gain insight into the history of the magical movies during the comfortable journey to Mitaka, and then set out to explore the Ghibli Museum independently. Convenient transportation from Tokyo is included on this tour, as well as entrance fees. On Mondays, your visit to Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architecture Museum will be substituted by a visit to Jindaiji Temple or Takahata Fudoson Temple.Please note: The order of the tour itinerary will be changed from January 2019. You'll visit the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architecture Museum after lunch first, and then head to the Ghibli Museum. Time at Ghibli Museum will be extended to 2.5 hours.
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Manga Lesson with a Professional Japanese Manga Artist

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• Learn to draw manga from a professional manga artist in Nakano. During this approximately 3-hour class, use the manga tools provided to you, such as screen tone, manga pens and ink and manga paper. Whether you're just starting out or a practicing manga artist who would like to hone your skills, the instructor will tailor their teaching to your skills. Take home your completed piece of art as a souvenir.
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Full-Day Private Bollywood Tour with Meal

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• Delve into the glittering world of Bollywood films on a full-day tour in Mumbai. Start by visiting a filming location to watch the action, then get a behind-the-scenes look at the technical work of a Bollywood studio. If time allows, you may be able to see an actor’s makeup room or pose for photos with current movie stars. Watch a dance performance with typical Bollywood flare, then join in to learn some of the moves. Drive past the mansions of several Bollywood stars as you return to your hotel.
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Expert-Led Tour of Tokyo: Japanese Aesthetics

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• Explore the modernist architectural heritage of Japan during this small-group, 3-hour walking tour with an expert scholar, covering the Tokyo neighborhoods of Harajuku, Omotesando and Roppongi. Follow a local scholar as you learn the principles behind Japanese design philosophy, touching on its influence across architecture, fashion and art. Along the way you’ll visit some of Tokyo’s most interesting modern skyscrapers, explore the subcultures of Harajuku and stop by the Meiji shrine for an example of traditional architecture. This intimate tour, limited to just 6 guests, ensures a personalized experience.
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Half-Day Lantern Making in Hoi An City

• Experience one of Hoi An’s most beautiful traditions with a lesson in lantern making. Get creative at a local craftsman’s home, where you’ll learn how to build a lantern from scratch to take home with you as a souvenir. Before the class, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Hoi An.
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Simon Cabaret Show from Phuket including Transfer (Optional)

• Get set for a glamorous night at the cabaret when you attend the vibrant Simon Cabaret Show. See a wide variety of acts played out with beautiful backdrops by dazzling men dressed as beautiful women in eye-catching costumes.- Marvelous & magical night out at the cabaret- Elegant fan dancers in Korean-themed costumes- Flamboyant tribal dance with feathered headdresses- Powerful musical pieces featuring elaborate Thai wardrobe- Various styles & costumes from different countries & eras
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Cebu Arts and Crafts Half-Day Factory Tour

• Spend the day unraveling Cebu’s cultural tapestry on a half-day arts and crafts tour. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, and visit a factories dedicated to creating costume jewelry, guitars, dried fruit, and Cebu-style crafts. Watch a demonstration and try your hand at making your own jewelry souvenirs. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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Jeju NANTA Show - 17:00 A Seat Discount Ticket

• Visit one of the show in South Korea that is recommended by lots of tourists, there are several Nanta shows in this country, but if you are currently visiting Jeju, just go book this Jeju NANTA Show right away! This show has an incredible combination between music, comedy, martial arts, drama and culinary skills taht will impress the audiences. This 90 minutes show is created so that all people from different ages and nationalities can enjoy the performance, so you should not missed it!
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Traditional Japanese Calligraphy Experience with a Calligraphy Master

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• Spend two hours in Tokyo learning the traditional art of Japanese calligraphy, called ‘shodo.’ Under the expert eye of a master calligrapher, you’ll practice using the tools of the trade: brushes, ink and paper. Settle into a quiet studio where the ambiance encourages a contemplative mindset. Then try your hand at writing Japanese characters in an artistic style once indispensable to nobles and samurai.
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Chopstick Making Workshop in Kyoto

• Many people have eaten with chopsticks, but very few people can claim to have made their own. During this unique, fun-filled crafts workshop, you’ll learn how to whittle Japanese utensils from local soot bamboo. Get hands-on instruction while you participate in a time-honored tradition, passed down from generations. You’ll learn about the importance of bamboo to Kyoto crafts, and will even get to take home your new creation.
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Private Contemporary Art Walking Tour in Shanghai

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• Delve into Shanghai's thriving underground art scene with a knowledgeable guide during a 2-hour walking tour of 50 Moganshan Road, aka M50. This renovated warehouse contains Shanghai's hottest art district, with resident avant-garde artists such as Liu Dao, who makes interactive installations about technology, and Zhou Tiehai, who creates modern work with a satirical twist. Your guide takes you to top galleries and studios where you can find cutting-edge art and gain insight into China's internationally renowned contemporary arts movement. This is a private tour just for you and your party.
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Bamboo Flute Making SMall-Group Expereince from Tokyo

• 1 Review
• Escape the city in favor of Japan’s rural farmland on a half-day bamboo flute making tour from Tokyo. In a small group limited to eight people, you’ll engage with local farmers and learn to make your own bamboo flute from scratch. Plus, you’ll explore the surrounding fields and prepare a lunch made from freshly picked fruit and vegetables.
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Beijing Private Art and Architecture Tour

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• From avant-garde architectural landmarks to vibrant artistic communities, Beijing is a thriving cultural hub. Set off in the morning from your accommodation, and travel via climate-controlled, private vehicle—you’ll see numerous artistic highlights over the course of the day. Visit the National Centre for the Performing Arts (colloquially known as “the Giant Egg”), and head to the 798 Art Zone warehouse district to see contemporary galleries. Then, take in Beijing’s historical architecture along Nanluoguxiang, and glimpse the striking, Rem Koolhaas–designed CCTV Headquarters.
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6-Hour Private Beijing Tour: Flower and Fish Market, Panjiayuan Antique Market and 798 Art Zone

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• Stray from the beaten path and see a different side of Beijing on a private 6-hour tour featuring three alternative attractions. Browse stalls selling weird and wonderful products at the Flower and Fish Market and Panjiayuan Antique Market before embracing your inner artist at the 798 Art Zone, home to contemporary art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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Shanghai Art Deco Architecture Private Tour including M50 Creative Park

• Architecture aficionados will appreciate this custom-tailored Shanghai city tour, which covers the standout Art Deco gems. Unlike other cities, Art Deco-era buildings are scattered in different neighborhoods, making them tough to visit on your own. Know just where to go with your own personal guide as you cover lavish mansions like Woo Village and lesser-known backstreets. Upgrade to include a tasty lunch stop.
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Siem Reap Pottery Making and Ceramic Art Painting Experience

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• Learn the basics of Cambodian pottery and ceramic painting at a Siem Reap artist workshop, where you’ll create a bowl, mug, and saucers with help from a local artist. A hands-on way to immerse yourself in Cambodia’s artistic culture, you’ll finish the workshop with unique-to-you souvenirs made using traditional techniques.
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Cambodian Art Tour in Siem Reap Including Apsara Show with Optional Angkor Tour

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• Indulge your creative side on this full-day Cambodian art tour of Siem Reap and enjoy a comprehensive introduction to Khmer arts and handicrafts. Discover techniques like silk painting, lacquering, wood carving, ceramic art and silver work as you tour a silk farm, enjoy demonstrations at the Artisans d' Angkor workshops and visit a contemporary gallery. Finish off your experience with a spectacular Apsara dance show, accompanied by a delicious 4-course dinner of traditional Khmer cuisine.
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Tokyo Calligraphy Experience

• 4 Reviews
• Experience the ancient Japanese art of calligraphy during a 90-minute Japanese calligraphy class in Tokyo. Under the guidance of a qualified calligraphy lecturer, you’ll use Japanese tools to write 'kanji characters' (Japanese symbols) and write your name like a professional calligrapher. Alternatively, make a traditional Japanese seal from a stone, and learn about the cultural significance of your creation from your knowledgeable guide. Take your completed calligraphy work home as a special souvenir of your cultural experience.
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Private Beijing Art Tour including Red Gate Gallery, 798 Art Zone and Guanfu Museum

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• Calling all art lovers, this private 8-hour tour covers three eminent Beijing art galleries and provides insight into the Chinese capital’s artistic heritage. Browse contemporary works inside the Red Gate Gallery, feast your eyes on the studios and design companies inside the 798 Art Zone, located in a decommissioned military factory, and admire artisan Chinese crafts such as jade lacquer and ceramics at the Guanfu Museum. All entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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Central Street Art Walking Tour

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• Street art fans will thrill to this hidden art tour which offers an insight into Hong Kong that’s impossible to achieve independently. Discover the works of street artists local and international on a small-group art walking tour of Hong Kong’s Soho area—complete with headsets to hear your guide clearly over the hubbub and buzz.
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Shibori Tie-Dye Workshop and Arimatsu City Tour

• Take part in a shibori tie-dye workshop in Arimatsu and learn all about this ancient Japanese art from a local guide. The experience starts with a walking tour around the old city, so you can admire its original Edo-era buildings, shop for souvenir shibori art, and visit the Tie-Dyeing Museum. Afterward, you'll head to your workshop to create your very own shibori tie-dye masterpiece. Choose from two options when you book online.
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Kasamaki and Nuishime Shibori Wrapping Cloth Class

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• Steep yourself in the arts of kasamaki and nuishime shibori during this 60- to 90-minute cloth-wrapping class in Kyoto. Try your hand at this intriguing Japanese art, with the help of an expert local craftsman. Learn tricks to do these techniques at home and bring a memento home with you. You’ll also get to see many prime samples of classic kasamaki and nuishime shibori dyeing displayed and in the museum shop. 
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Shodo Experience in Nagoya

• Make your Nagoya visit into a work of art thanks to this 1.5-hour ‘Shodo’ calligraphy class. Get a step-by-step introduction to this Japanese writing style, practicing the proper posture for your ‘fude’ (brush) and marking your page with ‘bokujyu’ (black ink) to form words like ‘love,’ ‘friend,’ and ‘samurai.’ You’ll leave class with a one-of-a-kind calligraphy souvenir created during your lesson.
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Chopstick Making Lesson in Tokyo

• Learn to make one of Japan’s most iconic objects during a 2.5-hour chopstick making lesson, ideal for travelers seeking a hands-on cultural experience. Departing from Tokyo, you’ll visit a woodwork workshop and master the basic techniques of chopstick making. Learn about the local industry and take home your special souvenir. Small-group tour limited to eight people.
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