East and Southeast Asia season
A vibrant cradle of humanity, East and Southeast Asia are home to 2.2 billion people and some of the world’s most influential cultures, histories, and traditions. Spanning 19 countries and territories, these regions have shaped global politics, economics, philosophy, art, cuisine, and wellbeing practices for millennia. From the rich histories of China and Japan to the dynamic cultures of Indonesia and the Philippines, their legacies transcend borders. Whether you're drawn by family heritage, a love of travel, or curiosity sparked by global media, City Lit invites you to explore and celebrate the profound significance and contemporary impact of East and Southeast Asia.
14 courses available
Reiki 1 CertificateLearn how to channel the gentle healing energy of Reiki, Japanese for 'universal energy'. Ground, centre and protect yourself, and learn a variety of treatments to practise on friends and family.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £229.00- An introduction to mah jong: learn to playLearn to play Mah Jong, a sociable game involving skill, strategy and luck, which uses Mah Jong sets and has ancient traditions from the East. We will learn to play using British Association Rules.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
- Shiatsu: taster workshopShiatsu is a Japanese healing art, deeply rooted in the philosophy and practices of traditional Chinese medicine. This therapeutic form of body work involves applying pressure to the body using a practitioner’s thumbs, palms, elbows, knees and feet. Discover the basics of how to give this relaxing and therapeutic pressure point massage.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00
- Japanese woodcut printmakingAn introduction to the beautiful and delicate printmaking world of Japanese Woodcut. Explore this water based, non-toxic process and build an appreciation for the handmade. You will learn how to design, carve and make a multi-coloured print. Beginners welcome.Full fee £349.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £227.00
- VTCT Level 3 Thai MassageThai Yoga Massage is dynamic bodywork, manipulating the ’Sen’ energy lines of Traditional Thai Medicine using pressure and stretch, including assisted Yoga postures to balance body, mind and spirit to connect with our inner knowing.
Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Mon 12 Oct 2026Diane CooperFull fee £839.00 Senior fee £839.00 Concession £839.00 - Japanese Etiquette
Travel with confidence and cultural insight!
Ever wondered how to bow correctly, what to say when entering a shrine, or the polite way to enjoy a meal in Japan? This immersive workshop introduces you to the essential customs and etiquette that shape Japanese society. Perfect for travelers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone curious about Japan’s traditions.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00 - Japanese: writing for beginners part 1Come and improve your knowledge of the basic Japanese writing system, Hiragana and Katakana. Suitable if you are studying Japanese at beginners level.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00
- Reiki: taster workshopReiki means 'universal energy'. Learn the basic philosophy this gentle system of healing, according to the tradition of Dr Usui.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00
- Ikigai: the Japanese secret to a long and happy lifeThe people of Japan believe that everyone has an Ikigai or a reason for being. Finding it can lead to a happier, more fulfilled life. Learn how to live in the moment and pursue your purpose and passion.Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £109.00
- TSUBOKI Japanese face massageTSUBOKI is Japanese Face Massage that is a wonderfully relaxing yet energising treatment suitable for men or women who want to feel good on the inside and look good on the outside. Rejuvenate your face and reduce wrinkles! Learn Tsuboki Japanese facial massage techniques to use on friends and family.
Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Sat 5 Dec 2026Janet WhiteheadFull fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £149.00 - The French colonial Empire and its demiseWhy did France acquire a vast colonial empire and how was it run? Why was decolonisation peaceful in some parts while in Indochina and Algeria, independence was only gained after violent wars? What were the consequences of decolonisation?
Keeley Street
Thu 14 Jan 2027Sebastien ArdouinFull fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Tokyo: an insider's guideJoin this lively course and learn about this bustling capital that mixes the ultramodern and the traditional, from neon-lit skyscrapers and anime shops to cherry trees and temples. Open to all levels.
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Fri 19 Mar 2027Kiyomi UntenFull fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Textiles: indigo shibori dyeingProduce your own indigo hand dyed fabrics using pleating, stitch and wrapping methods. Explore the magical combination of indigo dye and shibori resist techniques.
Keeley Street
Wed 7 Apr 2027Lara MantellFull fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00 - A women’s history of modern ChinaDiscover the untold stories and hidden legacies of women in modern China in this illuminating one-day course. Traverse time, from the late Qing Dynasty to the present, to examine how women have shaped and been shaped by social, political, and cultural currents.
Keeley Street
Sat 22 May 2027Qiuyang ChenFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £51.00
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