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Guided Tour of the Arts in Japan

East meets West in this original tour of Japanese art, history, architecture and culture.

Day 1 Meet & Greet in Tokyo

Check in at a hotel in Shibuya. Meet your guide and interpreter. Enjoy the first evening in Shibuya, an energetic district known for fashion, shopping, and dining. Your guide will be available to assist you. We'll gather together as a group in the evening for a welcome dinner.

Day 2 Traditional & Contemporary Arts in Tokyo

We'll take a bus to the Nezu Museum in Tokyo. The museum is known for its collection on pre-modern Japanese and Asian arts. Afternoon is open to explore the Museum for Contemporary Art and Design.

Day 3 Temple Experience in Nagano

We are taking the Shinkansen, one of the fastest trains in the world, to Nagano. Nagano is home to Zenkoji Temple, one of the oldest temples in Japan. We'll be checking in at an inn, which is known for its amazing cuisine called shojin ryori. After check-in, take a walk over to the Nishinomon Sake Brewery for a tasting.

Day 4 Japanese Architecture and Folk Art in Matsumoto

Matsumoto, a hotbed of arts, is also the birthplace of several well-known artists including Yayoi Kusama. It is home to one of Japan's finest feudal era castles. After visiting the castle, you can visit museums, galleries and shops. In the afternoon you'll have the option to take classes or explore the town on your own.

Last Day in Tokyo

The tour will end in Tokyo. Feel free to rent a car to explore the city or join us for a tour of Kyoto.

1. What will tourists do at the end of the first day?

A. Meet their interpreter.             B. Attend a welcome dinner.

C. Go shopping with their guide.       D. Check in at a hotel in Shibuya.

2. How will tourists go to Nagano?

A. By bus.      B. By train.      C. On foot.      D. By car.

3. Where was Yayoi Kusama born?

A. In Tokyo.      B. In Nagano.      C. In Matsumoto.       D. In Kyoto.