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1 Day Historic Obuse and Hokusai Mad Man of Art Tour in Japan
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1 Day Historic Obuse and Hokusai Mad Man of Art Tour in Japan
5 (0)
Activity Duration (6 hours)
Extreme
Hosted in English
No refund if cancelled
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What you'll do
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'.
Tour Highlight
Join us on a fascinating one-day tour in the charming town of Obuse, where you'll follow in the footsteps of Japan's most celebrated artist, Hokusai Katsushika. Starting from Nagano Station, you'll visit Hokusai's original studio in Obuse, view his original work at the Obuse Hokusai-kan Museum, and finally, view his last and largest remaining 'in-situ' artwork – the giant phoenix of Gansho-in Temple. With plenty of time to explore Obuse for yourself, this tour is designed to introduce you to or further your understanding of Japan's greatest artist in the very place he walked, worked and produced his final masterpiece.
What is included?
- Transportation fee from Nagano to/from Obuse and all listed destinations
- Entry fee for Takai Kozan Museum, Hokusaikan Museum and Gansho-in Temple
- Lunch (vegetarian options are available)
- Englishspeaking guide
- Total Tour Duration inclusive from start to each leg of the tour to end.
- Entry/Admission Kozan Takai Memorial Museum
- Entry/Admission Hokusai-kan
- Entry/Admission Ganshoin Temple
What is not included?
- Additional food, snacks & drinks
- Shinkansen / ‘Bullet Train’ tickets to/from Nagano pricing available online
- Accommodation
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Itinerary
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Kozan Takai Memorial Museum
1
Kozan Takai Memorial Museum
Stop: 75 minutes
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
2
Hokusai-kan
Stop: 90 minutes
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
3
Obuse-machi
Stop: 60 minutes
Enjoy lunch at Kurabu. Please note, should Kurabu not be available, we will arrange lunch at a similar restaurant.Read moreMore about Obuse-machi
4
Obuse-machi
Stop: 45 minutes
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
5
Ganshoin Temple
Stop: 45 minutes
Head to Gansho-in Temple to see Hokusai's final masterpiece, the painted phoenix on the temple ceiling.Read moreMore about Ganshoin Temple
This concludes the tour.
You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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