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1 Day Historic Obuse and Hokusai Mad Man of Art Tour in Japan

5.0(7)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews6 h 50 minFree cancellationBy Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
1 Day Historic Obuse and Hokusai Mad Man of Art Tour in Japan

About this activity

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 his last and largest remaining ‘in-situ’ artwork – the giant phoenix of Gansho-in Temple. Including 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's included

  • ✓Total Tour Duration inclusive from start to each leg of the tour to end.
  • ✓Entry fee for Takai Kozan Museum, Hokusai-kan Museum and Gansho-in Temple
  • ✓Transportation fee from Nagano to/from Obuse and all listed destinations
  • ✓English-speaking guide
  • ✓Lunch (vegetarian options are available)

Not included

  • ✕Additional food, snacks & drinks
  • ✕Shinkansen / ‘Bullet Train’ tickets to/from Nagano - pricing available online
  • ✕Accommodation

Meeting and pickup

  • The meetup point is in front of the station entrance / exit. Obuse is a small station with only one entrance / exit. Be sure to look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag and ensure you are there prior to the meetup time as the tour will need to depart by 10:20.
  • The meetup point is inside the station, in front of the Information Board directly across from the Shinkansen / ‘Bullet Train’ ticket gate. Be sure to look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag and ensure you are there prior to the meetup time as the tour will need to depart by 09:35.

Good to know

  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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