Japan Travel: Chestnuts, Art and Flowers in Obuse Town, Nagano40 Moopon
Japan Travel: Chestnuts, Art and Flowers in Obuse Town, Nagano40 Moopon
Obuse, located in Nagano Prefecture, is a quaint town with many interesting places for visitors to explore. During the Edo Period, this town was filled with art and culture. Presently, visitors can see evidence of its roots with the wide variety of art museums, sake brewery, stores and restaurants. Visitors may be interested to stroll the “Chestnut Road”, so named as the road is lined by chestnut trees with architecturally traditional buildings in the background.
Obuse was the home to the genius ukiyo-e painter, Katsushika Hokusai during his senior years. Takai Kozan, a wealthy merchant/artist, invited Hokusai to stay in Obuse. As a result, Hokusai was able to leave several masterpieces reflecting his time in this town. At the Hokusai Museum, visitors are able to view Hokusai’s ceiling paintings, scrolls, sketches and more.
Facility Information:
Hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (until 16:30 from November to March)
Closed: December 31st to Jan 1st
Admission: 500 yen (museum only)
1000 yen (combination ticket to include Obuse Museum/Nakajima Gallery and Takai Kozan Museum)
Hokusai’s mentor and friend, Takai Kozan’s former residence, now known as the Takai Kozan Memorial Museum, is also a visit worthy spot in Obuse. The museum houses several of Kozan’s painting which display Japanese ghosts and goblins. Visitors can also see Kozan’s calligraphy work as well. Kozan’s house is also a remarkable piece of architectural work, with hidden rooms and secret passages.
Facility Information:
Hours: 9:00 to 18:00 (until 17:00 from October to March)
Closed: December 31st
Admission: 300 yen (museum only)
1000 yen (combination ticket to include Hokusai Museum and Obuse Museum)
Outside the town center, visitors will find the Obuse Museum and Nakajima Chinami Gallery. The Obuse Museum is a contemporary art museum which features local artists as well as the floats used in the town’s festivals. The displays are on a temporary basis.
The Nakajima Chinami Gallery is dedicated to works of Nakajima Chinami, a leading figure in contemporary Japanese art. Over 400 of her works, donated to the museum are on permanent display at the gallery.
Note: The museum and gallery are connected and admission places to both is included in the ticket price.
Facility Information:
Hours: 9:00 to 18:00 (until 17:00 October to March)
Closed: December 29-31
Admission: 500 yen (museum and gallery only)
1000 yen (combination ticket to include g Hokusai Museum and Takai Kozan Museum)
In addition to museums, several traditional shops as well as trendy restaurants can be found in Obuse. This town has a unique “My Garden” program. The restaurants as well as private residents allow visitors to explore their gardens. Gardens participating in the “My Garden” program will have a placard inviting visitors to explore their grounds.
Being rich with beauty, visitors may wish to visit the Floral Garden Obuse. This Western based botanical garden has walkways leading visitors through the various floras on display. Ponds, well maintained lawns as well as a greenhouse can be found within the grounds. There is restaurant on the premises with a gift shop to purchase souvenirs.
Facility Information:
Hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
Closed: Thursdays from January to March as well as during the New Year holidays
Admission: 300 yen (from May to October)
200 yen (from November to April)
Obuse produces many delicious fruits such as apples and grapes. However, among the local produce, Obuse is best known for their chestnuts. Having a history of over 600 years, this town is famous for this chestnut rice, chestnut jelly, chestnut cream and even chestnut ice cream. Visitors will find many shops and restaurants within the town, especially along Chestnut Road, serving these products.
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