Having the hands-on experience of making Ukiyo-e, a Japanese woodblock print is one of the fun and interesting things to do in Japan. On this private art culture tour, you will be introduced to one of the most prominent Japanese arts, Ukiyo-e. We will be visiting 2 museums and learning the Japanese history through the collection of artwork and a famous woodblock print shop, Mokuhankan. So come and enjoy the traditional side of Japan in your very own custom private art tour!
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At JR Ryogoku Station (station code JB21) or your hotel
- JR Ryogoku station is the closest station to Edo-Tokyo museum, 5 minutes walk.
Edo-Tokyo Museum:
Discovering pre-modern Japan through the well-designed city and town models during the Edo and the Meiji era. As Ukiyo-e originated in the Edo period, the museum features the Ukiyo-e exhibition, consisting of materials of making this amazing artwork and its long history.
Lunch
We will have lunch with traditional Japanese cuisine. The type of food will be decided in advance through discussion. There are various options, such as sushi, sashimi, ramen, udon, and gyudon.
Sumida-Hokusai Ukiyo-e Museum
Dedicated to the most famous Ukiyo-e artist, Katsushika Hokusai, the museum houses lots of real-size models of his major artwork. Come here and witness these astonishing art collections from one of the world’s most well-known artists.
Mokuhankan, Ukiyo-e work shop
Making your own Ukiyo-e at Mokuhankan, a renowned woodblock print shop. The craftsmen will show the visitors the process of making Ukiyo-e and let the visitors experience how to make it by themselves. This includes craving and painting. Come here and show your creativity!
Exploring Asakusa area / Sensoji temple
Asakusa was once the political, economic, and social center of Edo (present-day Tokyo). Today, the charm of old Edo remains in its scenery and architecture. Additionally, the local people are warm-hearted, preserving the character of the good old Japanese spirit.
End of tour.
The guide will tell you that how to get your hotel.
Ending Point
At Asakusa Station on Ginza subway line (station code G-19)
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Tour guide fee only
On this Tokyo private tour, the transportation fees, admission fee, and lunch costs of the visitor and tour guide are additional fees and as following:
- Transportation fee: approximately 1,000 yen per person
- Lunch: approximately 2,000 yen per person
- Admission fees: for Edo-Tokyo Museum 600 yen, for Sumida-Hokusai Museum, 400 yen, and for Mokuhankan, 2,160 yen
If needed there is an additional fee of 2,000 yen for pick-up and drop-off service by the guide at your hotel.
- Edo-Tokyo Museum closes every Monday
- Sumida Hokusai Museum closes every Monday and Tuesday
- Mokuhankan closes every Tuesday
The facilities we will visit close on Monday and Tuesday.
-I can guide you anywhere in Japan if you cover my transportation, meals, and accommodation.
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-Instead of a private car, you can use a taxi. Taxis are clean, have quality drivers, can accommodate up to four people including a guide, and are more affordable.
Hi, everybody,
It’s my great pleasure to take you to fantastic places and explain the interesting aspects of Japan. I love this job!
The scope of my work primarily covers Tokyo and its suburbs, and I offer both one-day and multi-day tours. I can also guide you to destinations outside Tokyo, such as Kyoto, Nara, or Himeji Castle. In such cases, you will need to cover my transportation, accommodation, and meals in addition to the guide fee.
We use a taxi or a private car on my urban tours to maximize efficiency. If you prefer to use a private car, please arrange it in advance. Japanese taxis are clean, driven by professional drivers, and generally more affordable than a private car.
In 2018, I was ranked number one in popularity on this matching site, GoWithGuide, due to earning five-star reviews from many tourists. The tourists say that it is because of my cheerful personality, humorous conversations, and extensive knowledge across various fields. This expertise is grounded in my diverse professional background:
Magazine reporter.
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Over forty years of work experience in Tokyo.
Additionally, I sometimes appear as an actor in TV dramas and TVCM. I have also published fourteen e-books available on Amazon, including four in English.
I have suggested some ready-made travel packages, but I prefer to propose a suitable travel plan for you after discussing your preferences.
Please, do not hesitate to let me know what you would like. I’m looking forward to meeting you very soon in Japan.
P.S. I had prostate cancer and after two years of treatment, my strength has almost returned to what it was before I had the disease, so I have decided to resume guiding tourists from July 1, 2024.
Thank you,
Masato
Bruce K.
“A Day with Masato in Tokyo ”
Masato is wonderful, funny, knowledgeable and friendly. He did a great job mixing history, stories and current events. We thoroughly enjoyed our day in Tokyo with Masato-san. Thank you, sir.
Masato N.
Hi Bruce, Thank you for spending a fun day with me as your guide. I hope you enjoy the rest of your time in Japan! Masato
Elizabeth A.
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Masato-San was an exceptional guide, and we felt so fortunate that he was able to show us so many beautiful parts of Tokyo. He is incredibly knowledgeable, and incredibly charming. His English was great – he even told many jokes, successfully! You could not do better if you are looking for a guide to welcome you to this great city.
Masato N.
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Fiona A.
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Masato was amazing! He was so full of energy and interesting information. We felt fully immersed in everything Tokyo offered. We will definitely recommend him to friends travelling to Tokyo.
Masato N.
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$200/ per group