Fukuoka Japanese Painting and Art Museum with Pro Artist

Fukuoka, Japan
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Duration5h 45m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover the elegance of Nihonga, traditional Japanese painting, on this immersive cultural tour in Fukuoka. Begin with a serene stroll through Ohori Park and explore the Fukuoka Art Museum’s impressive collection, guided by a professional Nihonga artist. Then, step into an authentic atelier for a hands-on painting experience using natural mineral pigments and traditional brushes—perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts alike. Enjoy local tea and sweets as you learn the history and techniques behind this centuries-old art form. Conclude your journey at Heisukefude Fukkodou, one of Japan’s oldest brush shops with over 500 years of history. Create your own masterpiece and take home a unique piece of Japanese culture. Available for solo travelers or small groups.

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What's included

  • Nihonga Japanese painting experience led by a Japanese painting artist (with tea and sweets)
  • Other transportation expenses included in the itinerary
  • Art museum admission fee
  • English interpretation

What to expect

  1. Ohori Park
    15m
    Stroll around Ohori Park heading to Fukuoka Art Museum. Cherished by local residents, Ohori Park is one of
    Japan's leading parks with water scenery. The park has a pond approximately 226,000 sqm surrounded by a
    walking path approximately 2 km lined with spots such as a wild bird forest, children's playground, Noh theater, and Japanese garden.
  2. Fukuoka Art Museum
    50m · Admission ticket included
    Tour around Fukuoka Art Museum with guidance from a Japanese painting artist with English interpretation. Standing by the pond in Ohori Park, the Fukuoka Art Museum displays a collection of over 16,000 pieces of art, ranging from ancient to modern art. Enjoy art appreciation accompanied by a professional Japanese painting artist. The museum also has a cafe and a gift shop selling original goods based on the museum's collection.
  3. Nonoma
    3h
    Experience creating a Japanese painting in a special atelier under the full guidance of a professional Japanese
    painting artist. Not only will customers receive an explanation of Japanese painting itself, but they will also
    be taught first of all how to hold and use a brush, so even those experiencing Japanese painting for the first time
    can feel at ease. Customers can enjoy not only painting, but also getting to know Japanese culture by listening to
    stories about the history and culture of Japanese painting. Customers can take home their very own creation. Local tea and sweets will be served during the experience.

    (Experience Outline) Nihonga Japanese painting explanation - Practice using a brush - Copy the sketch - Trace the sketch with ink - Color with natural mineral pigments. A sketch will be used on this experience. Colored paper size: 12 cm × 13.5 cm. Those who finish painting early can enjoy a town stroll around the atelier.
  4. 25m
    To conclude the tour, customers will stop by Heisukefude Fukkodou, one of Japan's oldest brush specialty stores
    with a history of over 500 years. In addition to brushes and other supplies, they also have paper items such as
    letter paper and envelopes.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet our staff holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of Fukuoka Tourist Information Center at Tenjin are. NOT the one at Hakata Station.

End point

The tour ends in front of Heisukefude Fukkodou Building. About a 10-minute walk from downtown Tenjin.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • On the Japanese painting experience, if the artwork is completed earlier than expected, the remaining destinations may be visited ahead of schedule and the tour may end earlier.
  • Depending on transportation conditions and physical stamina of tour participants, arrival time at each location may be considerably delayed. Furthermore, itinerary locations and itinerary order may be changed depending on the weather and operating conditions of locations to be visited (Fukuoka Art Museum/Heisukefude Fukkodou). Even when changed, the tour charge will not be refunded. Alternative Destinations: Yamamoto Bumpodo, Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
  • Public transportation will also be used to move around on this tour. Please note that seating is not guaranteed due to congestion.
  • As coloring materials will be used in the Japanese painting experience, wearing clothes that you won't mind getting dirty is recommended.
  • As large luggage such as suitcases cannot be brought during the tour, please leave them in a locker or at your hotel before participating
  • Please note that Nihonga Japanese painting workshop may be held with other participants.

Cancellation policy

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