Home of the Hokusai Museum
Obuse Station | 10-15 min walk |
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Nagano Station | 40 min train/walk |
Ganshoin Temple | 20 min walk |
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Jigokudani Monkey Park | 35 min train/bus |
Zenko-ji Temple | 45 min train/walk |
Home of the Hokusai Museum
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A popular destination for Japanese, Obuse is known for its confectionaries, sake and as home to the Hokusai Museum.
Accessible using the Nagaden train line, Obuse offers a range of activities and attractions for visitors.
Profiling the life and work of Japan’s most important artist, the Hokusai Museum draws visitors from all over the world.
Want to turn your visit into an experience? Book a private tour of Obuse and discover more!
Accessible on the Nagaden train line via Obuse Station, the town is easy to reach from Nagano City or the monkey park.
Take advantage of Nagaden’s 2-day Snow Monkey Pass to enjoy the monkeys, Obuse, and more!
Witness Hokusai’s last great masterpiece – a painted phoenix that graces the ceiling of this local temple.
Hotels are limited in the Obuse area but plentiful in nearby Yudanaka & Shibu Onsen.
Visit Nagano's Famous Monkeys
Combine your visit to the monkeys with a morning or afternoon in Obuse.
Official Merchandise & English Information
Located just outside the monkey park, the Info & Gift Shop has you covered for all your monkey needs.
Japan's Largest Ski Resort
Easily accessible from Obuse using the Nagaden train and local buses.
Visit One of Nagano’s Oldest Hot Spring Towns
Boasting a 1300-year history, this unassuming but cute little town has a lot to offer!
Nagano's Spiritual Heart
With a near-1400 year history, Zenko-ji is the heart of the region.
Try Your Hand at Origami, Calligraphy and More!
Located nearby Zenko-ji Temple, workshops include many traditional crafts.
Experience Spring in Japan
Blooming each April, Nagano’s cherry blossom season is truly beautiful.
Enjoy Nagano at its Most Colourful
Through October and November each year, the world turns amber and gold, red and yellow.
Museums
Temples
Restaurants
Cafes
Shopping
Sake Breweries
Obuse Station | 10-15 min walk |
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Nagano Station | 40 min train/walk |
Ganshoin Temple | 20 min walk |
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Jigokudani Monkey Park | 35 min train/bus |
Zenko-ji Temple | 45 min train/walk |
Obuse-machi, Kamitakai-gun, Nagano-ken
TEL:+026-214-6300