Tokyo: Know about Hokusai and Sumo culture in 2.5 hours

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About this activity

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!

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: gotcha

Ages: Adults (4–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: English speaking guide
Included: Museum admission fee

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Shopping cost at each stores

Itinerary

The Sumida Hokusai Museum

one hour Admission included

Sumida 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.
Yokoamicho Park

Passing by

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.
Kyu Yasuda Garden

20 min

Take 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.
Ryogoku Kokugikan

Passing by

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.
Ekoin Temple

30 min

Here 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.
Ryogoku Edo Noren

10 min

Finally, 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).