Local tour to enjoy Hokusai, sake and miso in Hokusai's town
Local tour to enjoy Hokusai, sake and miso in Hokusai's town
About detail
About detail
Experienes
To walk in the town that Katsushika Hokusai liked to visit. To spend a pleasant time in a town that makes use of old things while realizing a lifestyle suited to the modern age.Experience Japanese culture and the spirit of Japanese (Obuse) hospitality through making miso and tasting sake made in Obuse.
Target
・Language: guide speak only English
・Age: Any age
・Number of people: Max 6
Schedule for the day
・Where to go: Kokuhei miso brewery, Matsubaya brewery, Hokusai Museum
・Meeting place: obuse station.It can also be held from Nagano Station, please contact us when ordering.
・break-up place: obuse station
About us
・Youth will guide you and introduce Obuse. Please go easy on us. We are still learning English.
・It's a tour to let you know about town development and to boost the community.
・We'll introduce you to the best parts of the local area that people don't know about.
About reservations
・Select a date: Select a date from the calendar.
○All days of the week are available up to a week in advance.
○The day before reservations are available only on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
・Number of people: Purchase the number of people will join in the tour.
・Payment: Payment by card online.
Caution
・Transportation to Obuse station, souvenirs, and other meals is not included.
・Cancellation policy: check the bottom of the page.
・If a guide cannot be secured, the tour may be cancelled (full refund, contact at least one day in advance)
・Guides are studying English
・Tour courses are subject to change
How to get to Obuse
How to get to Obuse
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Obuse, where the tour will be held, is a town with a long history, with many of Hokusai's works remaining, as well as historic warehouses. Please enjoy this local tour to enjoy Hokusai, a sake brewery, and a miso brewery!
Schedule
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13:00 Obuse Station
Your guide will be waiting for you at Obuse Station.
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Town Walk in Hokusai Town
More About ObuseThe guide will explain why Hokusai visited Obuse and will also explain about Obuse Town
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Miso warehouse tour
Tour and tasting at a miso warehouse, a traditional Japanese food that has been produced for more than 200 years
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Visiting and tasting at Matsubaya brewery
Tour the brewery and taste sake at a sake brewery that has been in existence for over 200 years.
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Hokusai Museum
This is a museum dedicated to Katsushika Hokusai, who is attracting attention around the world. You can actually see his handwriting, including his famous ukiyo-e prints. Hokusai first visited Obuse at the age of 83 and left many works in Obuse until his death. You can learn about the connection between Obuse and Hokusai.
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17:00 Obuse Station
Disband at Obuse Station
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Meeting and Dismissal
- The tour starts at Obuse station. It can also be held from Nagano Station, please contact us when ordering.
- The tour will end at Obuse station
What's included
- Bilingual guide (En/Jn)
- Hokusai Museum entrance fee
- Sake tasting fee
- Miso tasting fee
What is not included
- Transportation to Obuse station
- Souvenirs and other meals
Option
There are no specific options for this tour
Cancellation Policy
- 8 days or more before tour: No charge
- 4-7 days before tour: 30% of total tour cost
- 2-3 days before tour: 50% of total tour cost
- 24 hrs or less before tour: 100% of total tour cost
In case of bad weather
- Can be changed to a walking + car version at no extra charge. We will notify you by 7:00 p.m. the day before the event
- No cancellation fee will be charged for cancellations due to inclement weather.
Points of Attention
- It is strongly recommended that you purchase appropriate travel insurance in advance. Minimum coverage is included.
- We recommend that you wear comfortable clothes for cycling and walking around the town.
- Please note that you may be responsible for any damage to your equipment during the cycling or other experience programs.
- We will not be responsible for any accidents or problems associated with this experience.