The 2 Workshops & Classes Around the World That Earn Their Ticket Price

1.Kyoto: Japanese Koto & Shamisen Concert and Koto Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 1 hour - 100 minutes · from $38Our pick

In a cozy old house near Saiin Station, you’ll hear Aoi and other professional musicians play koto and shamisen, learn how Japanese music is written, ask questions, and try the koto yourself. The private or small-group session lasts 60 to 100 minutes and suits complete beginners.

“Very captivating experience.. was a bitnof a struggle to find the small house in the residential area but it was very well worth it, especially as someone who is trying to collect traditional instruments.. learnt a lot, saw a lot, and played a lot.. thank you to kyoko san especially who made the lesson more interesting by letting me try some of my own ideas along the way (and her own performances were superb as well) will definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a cultural, instrumental experience.. (theres even an option to just take a performance-only course for those who are looking for a cheaper alternative so…”

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2.Gelato Class – Cremeria Opera

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $84

At Cremeria Opera in Lucca, Giulia or Mirko leads a one-hour English class on gelato history, ingredients, and technique. You will taste the shop’s flavors, help produce one batch, compare authentic and imitation homemade gelato, and receive a diploma.

“Great experience! Being taken into the real Gelato production of Italy. We organized for our daughters 9 birthday and she been given option to help the owner with some small handling 😉 Great tasting, explaining and doing”

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