1 Day Historic Obuse and Hokusai Mad Man of Art Tour in Japan
Walk in the footsteps of Japan’s most celebrated artist, Hokusai Katsushika, on this engaging one-day tour in the quaint, historic town of Obuse. Starting from Nagano Station, you will visit Hokusai’s original studio in Obuse, view his original work at the Obuse Hokusai-kan Museum and finally, view
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 1h 15mAdmission includedLed by your guide, you will visit the Takai Kozan Museum including Hokusai’s studio where he worked and taught while in Obuse.
Stop 2
⏱ 1h 30mAdmission includedArrive at the Obuse Hokusai-kan Museum to view the artist's original works. The small museum rotates its exhibitions to highlight different stages of Hokusai’s prolific life including his early focus on ‘ukiyo-e’ to later mastery of styles including ‘surimono’, ‘manga’ and ‘kakemono’.
Stop 3
⏱ 1hEnjoy lunch at Kurabu. Please note, should Kurabu not be available, we will arrange lunch at a similar restaurant.
Stop 4
⏱ 45 minFree-time to explore Obuse. Your guide will explain what's on offer and show you were to go or should you wish, stay with you during this time.
Stop 5
⏱ 45 minAdmission includedHead to Gansho-in Temple to see Hokusai's final masterpiece, the painted phoenix on the temple ceiling.
What to Bring
- •Wheelchair accessible
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- •All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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