Sumida Hokusai Museum Before-Hours Tour w/ Sushi & Matcha
Explore the Sumida Hokusai museum with the museum curator before opening hours, then learn to make a ukiyo-e screen, enjoy an Edomae sushi meal with sake and partake in a tea ceremony.
Highlights
This limited-experience is a unique opportunity to become immersed in the traditional culture of a bygone time in Tokyo
Visit the Sumida Hokusai museum before opening hours in a private tour led by the museum curator and an English-speaking guide and learn more about Katsushika Hokusai’s life and works
Learn more about Japanese folding screens (byobu) and make your own ukiyo-e byobu with guidance from a folding screen artisan, then receive a unique folding screen to take home as a souvenir
Indulge in a meticulously crafted sushi meal, prepared Edomae-style, and accompanied by Japanese sake and tea
Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony and enjoy matcha green tea and sweets
10 meals
Experience Details
Enter the world of one of Japan's most prolific and celebrated artists — Katsushika Hokusai, a woodblock master known for his 36 Views of Mt Fuji and the iconic Great Wave off Kanagawa. This exclusive, limited-time experience gives you the rare opportunity to see an impressive collection of his work guided by specialists and partake in traditional cultural activities right in the heart of Tokyo.
You'll start by exploring the Sumida Hokusai Museum in Tokyo's Sumida ward, where Hokusai lived for much of his long life. You'll have the unique chance to visit before opening hours and enjoy a private tour accompanied by its curator and an English-speaking guide, who will share fascinating insights into the artist's life and creative process and explain some of his notable works.
After the tour, you'll step into the shoes of Hokusai himself by learning to make a ukiyo-e folding screen. Under the expert guidance of a professional folding screen craftsman who works at Tokyo's only store specializing in folding screens, you'll learn about the history and significance of folding screens. Then, you'll make your ukiyo-e byobu (a folding screen made with several joined panels) and receive a karakuri byobu folding screen as a souvenir.
After the workshop, you'll continue your journey through history, this time savoring Japan's traditional cuisine. Enjoy a delectable Edomae sushi meal prepared by a seasoned local sushi chef, served with tea and sake. After the meal, you'll finish your experience by partaking in a traditional tea ceremony and enjoying matcha tea and wagashi sweets in a serene setting.
Inclusions
Before-hours private viewing at Sumida Hokusai Museum with the museum curator and an English-speaking guide
Ukiyo-e screen making experience
Edomae sushi meal, one cup of sake, one cup of Japanese tea, one Japanese sweet and matcha
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the venue
Personal purchases and additional drinks
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host in front of the entrance on the 1st floor of the Sumida Hokusai Museum. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Please arrive 10 minutes before the experience start time. The host can’t speak English fluently, but an English-speaking co host will also be present.
Please don’t wear strong perfume or cologne. Underage participants must join with an adult.
Please note that food allergies and dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated. Additionally, please don’t bring alcohol to the tour. Water and soft drinks are allowed.
If you are late, you will not be able to participate in the private viewing. Please note that it’s not possible to leave this experience halfway (earlier than the set end time).
The tea ceremony included in this experience does not take place in a traditional tea room.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 1 month before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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