Japanese Culture Experiences
Travel to Japan with these unique Japanese culture experiences across Australia—no flights required! Wherever you are in the country, there are plenty of cultural activities in 2025 to discover. From Ikebana flower arranging in Sydney to sushi making in Melbourne and Kintsugi pottery in Brisbane, there is something that will suit every kind of creative. Led by passionate artisans, you'll be able to learn the rich history of Japan and gain an understanding of the wide range of crafts that are influenced by this country. Perfect if you’re looking for fun team building activities, hens party ideas or a unique experience gift for someone special, come along and experience Japanese culture for yourself!
Beginner's Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (1,263)
2k followers
Runs regularly
Sydney
1 to 14 guests
$135
Japanese Street Food Cooking Class
4.9 (160)
92% recommend (298+)
Runs regularly
Neutral Bay
1 to 12 guests
$150
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
4.9 (359)
2k followers
Runs regularly
Alexandria
1 to 15 guests
$100
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
4.9 (94)
2k followers
Runs regularly
Alexandria
1 to 25 guests
$150
Beginners Sushi Making Class
4.9 (129)
Only 2 dates left
Chatswood
1 to 10 guests
$170
Matcha Lovers High Tea Cooking Class
4.9 (17)
4.8 (262) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Mosman
1 to 24 guests
$149 - $169
Baking Class: Japanese Cheesecake and Sponge
4.9 (16)
4.9 (833) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Neutral Bay
1 to 15 guests
$185
Ramen Noodle and Tonkotsu Soup Cooking Class
4.9 (145)
Only 1 date left
Chatswood
1 to 6 guests
$150
Shodo Japanese Calligraphy Workshop
4.9 (92)
Runs regularly
Chatswood
1 to 5 guests
$65 - $130
Japanese Knife Sharpening Class
4.9 (27)
4.9 (507) (for this teacher)
Only 2 dates left
Chatswood
1 to 10 guests
$120
Vegan and Gluten Free Japanese Cooking Class
5.0 (69)
Only 1 date left
St Ives Chase
1 to 8 guests
$95
Art Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (89)
3k followers
Runs regularly
Potts Point
/ Mobile
1 to 3 guests
$140 - $165
Sushi and Sashimi Master Class
4.9 (53)
Only 1 date left
Chatswood
1 to 10 guests
$230
Japanese Cooking Class for Beginners
4.8 (82)
14k followers
Runs regularly
Mosman
1 to 24 guests
$149 - $169
Unagi Cooking Class
4.9 (13)
4.9 (507) (for this teacher)
Only 1 date left
Chatswood
1 to 5 guests
$160
Superfood Gyoza Cooking Class
4.7 (16)
4.8 (262) (for this teacher)
Only 1 date left
Mosman
1 to 24 guests
$149 - $169
Basic Japanese Handmade Pottery Course
3k followers
Runs regularly
Artarmon
1 to 10 guests
$190
Superfood Sushi Cooking Class
5.0 (20)
4.8 (262) (for this teacher)
Only 1 date left
Mosman
1 to 24 guests
$149 - $169
Ikebana Floral Art Class
5.0 (1)
Only 1 date left
Chatswood
1 to 2 guests
$95
Japanese Cooking Class: Superfoods as Medicine
4.8 (19)
Runs regularly
Mosman
1 to 24 guests
$149 - $169
Wagashi Japanese Sweets Class: Make Daifuku Mochi
5.0 (11)
Only 1 date left
Chatswood
1 to 6 guests
$130
Japanese Cooking Class: Beginner and Matcha
5.0 (2)
14k followers
Runs regularly
Mosman
1 to 12 guests
$298
Ikenobo Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
5.0 (2)
Your choice of time
Chatswood
1 to 2 guests
$95
Japanese Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Course - Intensive
5.0 (2)
Only 1 date left
Mosman
1 to 15 guests
$298
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Japanese Cooking Class
4.9 (58)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Abbotsford
1 to 40 guests
$197 - $354
Beginner's Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (265)
2k followers
Runs regularly
Melbourne
1 to 12 guests
$135
Introduction to Ikebana Class
4.9 (60)
2k followers
Only 2 dates left
Murrumbeena
1 to 18 guests
$60
Ink Painting Workshop: Sumi-e
4.9 (50)
8k followers
Only 2 dates left
Fitzroy
1 to 10 guests
$95
Hanko Japanese Seal Carving Workshop
5.0 (17)
4.9 (70) (for this teacher)
Only 2 dates left
Fitzroy
1 to 7 guests
$120
Kintsugi Accessory Workshop
5.0 (48)
5.0 (2k) (for this teacher)
Only 1 date left
Melbourne
1 to 8 guests
$140
Japanese Fabric Flower Jewellery Making Class
5.0 (6)
Runs regularly
Doncaster
1 to 8 guests
$98
Traditional Kintsugi Intensive Course
4.9 (31)
5.0 (2k) (for this teacher)
Only 1 date left
Melbourne
1 to 8 guests
$425
Ikebana Class: Japanese-style Flower Arrangement
4.9 (11)
Your choice of time
Abbotsford
1 to 6 guests
$100 - $150
Ikebana Workshop: Japanese Flower Arrangement
5.0 (3)
4.9 (29) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Mount Martha
1 to 6 guests
$150 - $190
Ikebana Workshop for Team Building
5.0 (1)
4.9 (29) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Mount Martha
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$145 - $175
Shodo Japanese Calligraphy Class
5.0 (12)
Your choice of time
Melbourne
1 to 15 guests
$50 - $150
Ikebana Floristry Class for Beginners
5.0 (6)
4.9 (68) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Comes to you
10 to 90 guests
$100
The Art of Mizuhiki Workshop: Knotted Earrings
3k followers
Contact for details
St Kilda
1 to 10 guests
$75
Japanese Ink Art Workshop
5.0 (38)
4.9 (423) (for this teacher)
Sold out - join waitlist
Fairfield
1 to 8 guests
$125
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Japanese Cooking Masterclass
4.8 (142)
3k followers
Runs regularly
Teneriffe
1 to 15 guests
$119
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class for Beginners
4.9 (130)
Only 1 date left
Holland Park West
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$80
Japanese Lantern Pottery Workshop
5.0 (56)
Runs regularly
Geebung
1 to 2 guests
$250
Kintsugi Workshop for Beginners
5.0 (166)
2k followers
Runs regularly
Dutton Park
1 to 14 guests
$135
Traditional Kintsugi Two-day Course
5.0 (28)
5.0 (2k) (for this teacher)
Only 1 date left
Dutton Park
1 to 7 guests
$425
Kintsugi Accessory Workshop - Brisbane
5.0 (8)
5.0 (2k) (for this teacher)
Contact for details
Dutton Park
1 to 6 guests
$140
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Sushi Making Workshop for Beginners
4.7 (23)
4.8 (616) (for this teacher)
Only 2 dates left
Mount Hawthorn
1 to 18 guests
$105
Japanese Classics Cooking Class
4.4 (5)
94% recommend (55+)
Only 2 dates left
Mount Hawthorn
1 to 14 guests
$140
Sushi Making Workshop for Parent and Child
4.9 (8)
4 to 14 years
Only 1 date left
Mount Hawthorn
1 to 18 guests
$180
Kimono Dressing Class
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
Osborne Park
4 to 6 guests
$60
Sushi Making Class
5.0 (4)
Your choice of time
Riverton
/ Mobile
8 to 25 guests
$100
Sumi-e Japanese Ink Painting Workshop
4.8 (12)
4.8 (98) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Subiaco
5 to 12 guests
$55
Japanese Tea Ceremony Experience
4.9 (11)
Your choice of time
Osborne Park
4 to 8 guests
$70 - $90
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Mindful Art Kintsugi at Home
5.0 (232)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 5 guests
$195
Japanese Pastel Nagomi Painting
5.0 (14)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 30 guests
$100 - $130
Sake Tasting at Home
5.0 (11)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Kit delivered
1 to 6 guests
$425 - $550
Gluten Free Shojin Ryori Japanese Cooking
4.9 (7)
5.0 (149) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
3 to 8 guests
$50
Learn Vegan and Gluten Free Japanese Cooking
5.0 (3)
5.0 (149) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
3 to 30 guests
$70
Learn Japanese Shodo Calligraphy at Home
5.0 (4)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
1 to 10 guests
$45 - $95
Learn About Japanese Superfoods
4.8 (262) (for this teacher)
14k followers
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
10 to 15 guests
Free
DIY Japanese Kogin Embroidery Kit - Advanced
4.7 (3)
4.9 (55) (for this provider)
Ships to you
$69
Japanese Inspired Bookbinding Craft Kit
4.5 (2)
4.9 (57) (for this provider)
Ships to you
$85
Japanese Ikebana Flower Arranging Craft Kit
5.0 (1)
Pre-recorded
Craft kit delivered
$79 - $105
Master Japanese Desserts
Pre-recorded
$30
Japanese Face Massage at Home
4.0 (1)
5.0 (179) (for this teacher)
Pre-recorded
$50
Make a Christmas Tree Using Japanese Techniques
5.0 (3)
Pre-recorded
$34
Make a Reindeer Using Japanese Techniques
Pre-recorded
$39
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Looking for more options? Please message us or call us on 0488 839 505, and we'll quickly organise a class for your group
Fun things to do in Australia
Discover a taste of Japan in your city with our wide variety of Japanese culture experiences in Australia. From calligraphy to sushi making, these art, craft and cooking classes offer a unique and engaging way to experience the rich culture of Japan. Whether you want to learn how to create beautiful kanji characters or master the art of origami, there is something for everyone. During each class, you’ll get hands-on guidance from local artisans and makers, who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and expertise with you.
In need of relaxing things to do in Melbourne? Tune in to you at a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, where you’ll learn about the history and customs surrounding this ancient ritual. Learn how to prepare matcha tea using authentic methods that have been passed down through generations. If you’re looking for unique experience gifts for a foodie, take your loved ones to a sushi making class in Sydney, where you get a chance to create your own sushi rolls from scratch under the guidance of an experienced instructor. This class not only teaches you how to make delicious food but also provides insight into Japanese dining etiquette. We also offer a range of other Japanese culture experiences, from Yunomi ceramics to Ikebana flower arranging, and Shodo Japanese calligraphy. Each class offers a unique insight into Japan's rich cultural heritage and allows you to explore new skills in a friendly and safe environment.
What to expect at Japanese culture experiences
If you're on the hunt for unique and immersive cultural experiences, we’ve got you covered. Whether you're a foodie, an art enthusiast, or simply curious about Japan's rich cultural heritage, these craft workshops are perfect for everyone to enjoy. Learn from experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their knowledge of Japanese culture. From Japanese cooking to calligraphy to pottery, each class is designed to give you a hands-on experience that will deepen your understanding of Japan's traditions and customs.
Explore your creative side with our wide range of unique art and craft classes in Australia. For handmade ceramic lovers, you might like to learn all about Kintsugi, which is the art of repairing broken pottery with gold lacquer. Your friendly teacher will guide you through every step of the process, showing you how to transform breakages and imperfections into beautiful works of art. Or if you're more interested in textiles, head to a shibori dyeing class near you. Shibori is a Japanese tie-dyeing technique that creates stunning patterns on fabric using intricate folding and twisting methods. With our passionate makers and easy-to-follow instructions, even beginners can create their own unique masterpieces in no time. So whether you're looking to start a new hobby or have some creative fun with friends, check out our Japanese art classes today!
Unwind at home with online Japanese classes
Imagine stepping into a world of zen as you learn the art of Ikebana, the traditional Japanese flower arrangement, or the calming practice of calligraphy. Unwinding at home has never been easier than with our online Japanese culture classes. With passionate makers and immersive virtual workshops, you'll feel like you're transported to Japan without leaving your living room. The best part? You can enjoy these classes at your own time and pace, making it perfect for people who need some self-care time after a long day at work. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, there are plenty of hands-on courses that cater to every skill level, from Kintsugi to Japanese cooking. Besides learning new skills, these classes also offer a glimpse into Japan's rich cultural heritage and philosophy—something that's sure to enrich your life beyond just the practical skills learned in class.
