1 Day Historic Obuse and Hokusai Mad Man of Art Tour in Japan
Overview
About
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'.
What you'll do
What is included?
- Transportation fee from Nagano to/from Obuse and all listed destinations
- Entry fee for Takai Kozan Museum, Hokusai-kan Museum and Gansho-in Temple
- Lunch (vegetarian options are available)
- English-speaking 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
Meet your host
Itinerary
Nagano Street Art & Photography Walks Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
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.
Here is the starting point
Kozan Takai Memorial Museum
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
Hokusai-kan
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
Obuse-machi
Enjoy lunch at Kurabu. Please note, should Kurabu not be available, we will arrange lunch at a similar restaurant.Read moreMore about Obuse-machi
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
Ganshoin Temple
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.
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