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6. Ukiyo-e Art Tour: Visiting 2 museums and Experiencing Woodblock Print
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Joined 2016
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!
Itinerary
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.
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The guide will tell you that how to get your hotel.
Ending Point
At Asakusa Station on Ginza subway line (station code G-19)
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
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.
Tour Important Information
- 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.
Important message from the supplier
-I can guide you anywhere in Japan if you cover my transportation, meals, and accommodation.
-If you need a private car in the Tokyo area, GoWithGuide recommends booking it directly yourself. If you would like me to handle it, I can do so for a 15% commission on the official price.
-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.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2016
About Tour Guide Masato N.
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.
An executive aide to the CEO of an international advertising agency.
Manager of public relations and advertising for a multinational company.
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
Reviews
Adora M.
“ Japan Culminates Our Dream Travel”
Sorry for a late reply. We did not feel well when we got home after this long journey for two months in Asia. However, our trip in Japan culminates our dream travel. We picked up our Cruise line in Yokohama and traveled around Japan in 12 days. We were hunger for more and decided to make a three-day stops in Tokyo. I search well to find GoWithGuide for a full guided one day tour with Mr Masato. Perfect. He is the right person to travel with and he guided us on the spots we like. My husband wants to see the famous bronze statue of Hachico, the famous Akita dog in Shibuya. This town has a lot to offer: famous Shibuya Crossings, which again me husband has to make his own marked on the famous crossings and the food/tour places. Mr Masato knows Tokyo well, at the Meiji Shrines, he shared the Shinto culture, landmarks and proper ways and observing respected places. A very memorable stop. Our final stop was at a Tea time, fancy but worth it. A pastry chef (expert in pastry making and design). Tasted a very selected tea. Mr Masato, thank you for a wonderful time. Edgar & Adora
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Masato N.
Hi Adora, Thanks for choosing me as your guide for your one-day tour in Tokyo. Please take care of your health. Masato
Apollo A.
“All you can eat with Masato san”
Mr. Masato was a great guide today. He showed me around Tokyo with great energy and reliability. We ate at many places and I was very impressed with Japanese cuisine. A highly recommended tour! P S please forgive me Mr Masato for the changes I needed last week. I appreciate paying me back for the tour expenses. Hopefully I made up for this with the food I offered. Thank you.
Masato N.
Hi Apollo, I hope you enjoyed the various casual foods in Tokyo. Please come back to Japan again, as there are still many other delicious foods to be found. Masato
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Estefania S.
“Meeting Masato”
It was very pleasant to meet with Masato. He was very kind throughout the tour. We would've liked that Masato went deeper into cultural, geographical, or historical information related to the sights we were seeing. Despite the rain & bad weather, we had a good time with Masato and saw some beautiful breathtaking views.
Masato N.
Hi Estefania, Thank you for your kind words. Please enjoy the rest of the days in Japan. Masato
$193/ per group
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