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Tokyo: Know about Hokusai and Sumo culture in 2.5 hours
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$140.53
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Feel the spirit of Edo, a trip to the famous Hokusai and Sumo.
See with your own eyes the life of the great Ukiyoe artist Hokusai and the transitions in his paintings. There are many different styles of Ukiyo-e, ranging from pop, cute and casual to powerful landscapes and depictions of life in Edo. By learning about Hokusai's life, you may see Ukiyo-e in a different light.
In addition, you can enjoy the serene Japanese garden and actually see what is depicted in the Ukiyo-e....
This tour will immerse you in the life of Hokusai and the world of Ukiyo-e.
Furthermore, this area is also known as a sacred place for sumo wrestlers and loved by sumo Lovers. You will be able to experience the history of sumo and the fascination of sumo culture.
See glimpses of the “Edo Period” at various locations!
See with your own eyes the life of the great Ukiyoe artist Hokusai and the transitions in his paintings. There are many different styles of Ukiyo-e, ranging from pop, cute and casual to powerful landscapes and depictions of life in Edo. By learning about Hokusai's life, you may see Ukiyo-e in a different light.
In addition, you can enjoy the serene Japanese garden and actually see what is depicted in the Ukiyo-e....
This tour will immerse you in the life of Hokusai and the world of Ukiyo-e.
Furthermore, this area is also known as a sacred place for sumo wrestlers and loved by sumo Lovers. You will be able to experience the history of sumo and the fascination of sumo culture.
See glimpses of the “Edo Period” at various locations!
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Tokyo: Know about Hokusai and Sumo culture in 2.5 hours
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- Museum admission fee
- English speaking guide
- Shopping cost at each stores
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Guide is waiting you at the entrance (Midorimachi Park side) of Sumida Hokusai Museum with signboard shows "gotcha".
Return details
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The Sumida Hokusai MuseumSumida Hokusai Museum, where you can enjoy the life and works of the world-famous ukiyoe artist Katsushika Hokusai. The life of Hokusai, his works, his various styles, who he was and how he painted. Our guide will tell you all about it.
- Then, before stepping into the next spot, we will pass by a facility built in remembrance of the disaster that must not be forgotten. We will reflect on its beauty and the history that must be told. (pass by)
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Kyu Yasuda GardenTake a rest in the Japanese garden created in the Edo period. Here you can still see the things that were depicted in Ukiyo-e, and actually touching them will make you feel as if you were a character in the Ukiyo-e.
- Take a look at Ryogoku Kokugikan. Ryogoku is known as the sacred ground of sumo, and sumo matches are still held here. Ryogoku Kokugikan (visit only the exterior) is an important facility known as a sacred place for sumo, Japan's national sport. Ryogoku has had deep ties with sumo since the Edo period (1603-1868), some 400 years ago, and Hokusai even left a picture of sumo. Sumo is a traditional Japanese martial art whose origins date back about 2,000 years. (pass by)
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Ekoin TempleHere you can learn why the Ryogoku area is considered a sacred place for sumo. You will also learn about the connection with Hokusai that you have learned so far, as well as valuable stone monuments that can only be seen here. Please feel the cultural aspect of Edo with your whole body.
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Ryogoku Edo NorenFinally, the tour ends here at EDO NOREN. We hope you will find your favorite restaurant in this restaurant district that recreates an Edo machiya (traditional townhouse).
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you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Tokyo: Know about Hokusai and Sumo culture in 2.5 hours
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$140.53
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!