

Join us for a unique 1-day tour in Japan, exploring the historic town of Obuse and the artistic genius of Hokusai, known as the 'Mad Man of Art'.
Explore the full itinerary for 1 Day Historic Obuse and Hokusai Mad Man of Art Tour in Japan in Nagano, Japan. This street art & photography walks experience includes 5 stops over 1 day. Duration: 6 hours. Activity level: Extreme.

Led by your guide, you will visit the Takai Kozan Museum including Hokusai’s studio where he worked and taught while in Obuse. Read moreMore about Kozan Takai Memorial Museum

Arrive 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’.Read moreMore about Hokusai-kan

Enjoy lunch at Kurabu. Please note, should Kurabu not be available, we will arrange lunch at a similar restaurant.Read moreMore about Obuse-machi

Free-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.Read moreMore about Obuse-machi

Head to Gansho-in Temple to see Hokusai's final masterpiece, the painted phoenix on the temple ceiling.Read moreMore about Ganshoin Temple