A peaceful museum dedicated to the final years of Hokusai’s life, when he spent time creating art in Obuse. The exhibits focus on his later works—mostly prints and sketches—along with two short films (10–15 minutes each, with English subtitles) about his life, shown on a rotating schedule. One of the highlights is at the end: two magnificent festival carts, partly painted by Hokusai himself, blending his signature style with local tradition.

* The museum also has a small gift shop, and you don’t need a ticket to visit it. Just pick up a visitor badge from the table near the entrance (in front of the ticket counter), wear it while browsing, and return it on your way out.