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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
10:00 Departure from Nagano Station
10:45 Arrival in Obuse
11:00- Visit 北斎館 (Hokusai Museum)
12:20-Lunch at a local restaurant in Obuse
13:30- Visit 岩松院 (Gansho-in Temple)
14:30-Local Café time
15:15 Departure from Obuse
16:00 Arrival at Nagano Station
This tour was made with one simple wish: we want you to feel the real charm of Japan.
First, we’ll visit the Hokusai Museum in Obuse. It’s a great place to learn about Hokusai’s life and artwork, and the charming streets around the museum are perfect for a slow and enjoyable walk.
After that, we’ll enjoy a local lunch in Obuse, featuring seasonal and regional flavors.
In the afternoon, we’ll head to Gansho-in Temple in Obuse, where you can see Hokusai’s impressive ceiling painting, created in his final years.
After visiting the temple, we’ll take a relaxing café break in Obuse. Enjoy a cup of coffee or a local sweet while soaking in the peaceful atmosphere of this historic town.
Finally, we return to Nagano Station.
What's included
英語ガイド
Air-conditioned vehicle
Cultural experiences & storytelling
Parking Fees
Meals
Snacks
岩松院
北斎館
What to expect
Ganshoin Temple
45m · Admission ticket included
Ganshoin Temple (Ceiling Painting Viewing)
Admire the powerful ceiling painting created by Katsushika Hokusai in his later years.
In this peaceful temple, you can truly feel the beauty and history of Japanese art.
Hokusai-kan
1h · Admission ticket included
Obuse Stroll & Hokusai Museum
Learn about Hokusai’s works and life at the Hokusai Museum, then enjoy a walk through the town of Obuse.
Local shops, souvenir stores, and sweet cafés offer plenty of charming spots to explore.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We will pick you up at the Nagano station. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
