Tour summary
Discover the Narukawa Art Museum’s exquisite collection of over 4,000 works of contemporary Japanese painting through a private, expert-led tour. Enjoy the rare opportunity to explore the galleries under the personal guidance of General Manager Mr. Kanagawa, gaining unique insights into the museum’s curation and artistic vision.
In detail
The café boasts a stunning view of Lake Ashi and, on clear days, even Mt. Fuji.
The guides are well-versed in nihonga, the traditional Japanese painting style, and their approachable guidance makes it easy for even complete beginners to appreciate and learn about the art.
Their personal connections with artists and the fascinating anecdotes they share add a unique and memorable touch to the experience.
Location
- Narukawa Art Museum
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Narukawa Art Museum opened in 1988, drawn from entrepreneur Minoru Narukawa’s collection of Japanese-style paintings (Nihonga) from the mid-1950s onward.
Atop a hill overlooking Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine’s bright orange torii gate, and Mt. Fuji, the museum offers a unique perspective also on significant masterworks by past and present Nihonga artists.
The building was designed by Takashi Imazato, who worked on the new Kokuigan (constructed by Takenaka Corporation), home to the Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament.
More information
| FIT / Group | Both |
| Min. and Max. # of Participants | 1 min / 5 max |
| What is Included in the Price | English-Speaking Guide, Admission fee, drink |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Start/End Time | Negotiable (during the service hour) Not available: 1st-6th Jan and exhibition change timing (3times/year) |
| Meeting / Departing Point | Narukawa Art Museum |
| Notes: dietary restrictions, age limit. etc. | – Art pieces are subject to change. – The views might be slightly different depending upon the weather. |
※Available by 2026. Jun 30th
Scenes from the Tour
