Kneaded incense making and Tokaido Hiroshige Museum of Art

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Half day
Shizuoka
Venture on a journey to see history and tradition of a historical post town

During the Edo Period, the means of transportation was by foot or horse, and rest places along the way were vital, leading to places known as shukuba (post town), meaning a town to settle down. The Tokaido Highway was one of the five main routes during the time, and Kambara-shuku in Shizuoka Prefecture acted as a destination for the people back then. The townscape has been preserved, and you are able to find historic buildings and traditional culture left untouched. Venture on an unforgettable journey to the past, to witness the town’s history and tradition that can only be found here.

What to expect

This experience starts by visiting the Tokaido Hiroshige Museum of Art, dedicated to the ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) and his works. The museum is divided into two sections, where the permanent exhibition provides a comprehensive introduction to ukiyo-e as a form of information dissemination, as well as the life and career of Hiroshige.

After enjoying the museum, you will have the opportunity to make kneaded incense at a historic building that was once an inn. Kneaded incense making, also known as nerikoh, is a traditional Japanese art form which was a favorite of the famous shogun leader Tokugawa Ieyasu, who played a central role in the unification of Japan during the late 16th and early 17th century. In the making process, finely ground natural ingredients like spices, herbs, and aromatic woods are mixed with honey and kneaded into a dough-like consistency. One of its characteristics is its long-lasting.

  • Meet at Kambara Station in Shizuoka
  • Visit Tokaido Hiroshige Art Museum and enjoy the world of ukiyo-e
  • Head to a historical inn and experience kneaded incense making
  • Dismissed at Kambara Station
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Departure & Return Location

Kambara Station in Shizuoka (an hour and half from Tokyo via Shinkansen and local train)

Price Includes

  • Tour Guide
  • Entrance Fees
  • All transportation in destination location

Price Excludes

  • Guide Service Fee
  • Driver Service Fee
  • Any Private Expenses

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