Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience
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Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience is a 6-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $36000 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $36000 per person
This 1-day guided tour offers an immersive experience at the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field, one of the world's largest international art festivals. Explore a unique fusion of art and nature in the picturesque satoyama region.
What you get
- National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
- Lunch
- Admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
About this experience
This 1-day guided tour offers an immersive experience at the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field, one of the world's largest international art festivals. Explore a unique fusion of art and nature in the picturesque satoyama region. Highlights include the mesmerizing "Tunnel of Light" at Kiyotsu Gorge and evocative installations like "For Lots of Lost Windows" and "The Last Class." Visit the Matsudai NOHBUTAI Field Museum and MonET, a contemporary art museum featuring works like Leandro Erlich's "Palimpsest: Pond of Sky." Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local ingredients. With convenient round-trip options from either Tokyo or Echigo-Yuzawa, this tour is ideal for art enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking unique cultural insights.
What's included
Included
- National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
- Lunch
- Admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
Not included
- Fees other than those listed in Includes
- Tea and coffee
What you'll see and do
Kiyotsu Gorge
The Kiyotsu Gorge Tunnel, reborn as MAD Architects' "Tunnel of Light," reflects the grand scenery of one of Japan's great gorges. The final observation deck offers a kaleidoscopic view
60 minutes here · Admission included
Echigo Tsumari Art Field
"For Losts of Lost Windows": This window frame artwork on an Echigo-Tsumari hill offers seasonal views through swaying curtains. It subtly references windows lost in the 2004 Chuetsu Earthquake, conveying local memories
25 minutes here · Admission included
Echigo Tsumari Art Field
"The Last Class": Christian Boltanski and Jean Kalman's Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale work in the former Higashikawa Elementary School expresses human absence
35 minutes here · Admission included
Enjoy a buffet-style meal featuring plenty of rice from the rice terraces and fresh vegetables
60 minutes here · Admission included
After lunch, you'll have free time until 3 PM at the MVRDV-designed building, an artwork in itself, featuring works by world-renowned artists like Ilya & Emilia Kabakov and Yayoi Kusama
40 minutes here · Admission included
Reopened in 2021, this is the main facility for the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale, showcasing art integrated with local nature and culture, including Leandro Erlich's "Palimpsest: Pond of Sky"
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Meet your guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign at Tokyo Midtown Yaesu B1F Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu B in front of Information. Access: About a 3-minute walk from JR Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exist
Meeting point
Tokyo
Meet your guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of Echigo-Yuzawa Visitor Center in the Echigo Yuzawa Station Concourse (2F).
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tour ends at Tokyo or Ueno Station
Ends at
Tour ends at Echigo-Yuzawa Station
Options you can book
Round-Trip from Echigo-Yuzawa
Meeting Point : In front of Echigo-Yuzawa Visitor Center in the EchigoYuzawa Station Concourse (2F)
Round-Trip from Tokyo
Meeting Point: Midtown Yaesu B1F Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu B in front of Information Starting point: Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, Japan, 104-0028 Tokyo, Chuo City, Yaesu, 2-chōme−2−１ 東京ミッドタウン八重洲セントラルタワ 2階
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Depending on vehicle availability, several vehicles may be provided
- Cancellation may occur due to traffic obstruction caused by heavy snowfall or inclement weather in the Echigo-Tsumari region
- The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations
- Specific seats on board the bus cannot be requested
- The Kiyotsu Gorge Tunnel is 750 meters long and takes about 30-40 minutes to walk round-trip
- The Panorama Station ("water mirror") at the end of Kiyotsu Gorge Tunnel is walkable with a depth of about 0.5-2 cm, but as it is easy to get wet, please bring extra shoes, socks, towels, etc. In addition, as it is possible for multiple groups to take photos simultaneously without waiting in line at the Panorama Station, customers may freely enter and enjoy taking photos
- [About Matsudai NOHBUTAI Field Museum] The paid area artworks/facilities that can be viewed on this tour are as follows.- Blackboard Classroom, Art Drawers, 10 Albums, Labyrinth, The Artist's Library, The Palace of Projects, How to Make Yourself Better, The Rice Fields, Rotating Absence. *Customers will be viewing on their own. Please be mindful of the allotted viewing time
- [Rules and Etiquette for Visiting Museum on Echigo-Tsumari, MonET] Flash photography is strictly prohibited to protect the artworks. Please confirm with staff members in advance as some artworks can be photographed. The artworks on display will be changed regularly, and some areas may not be open to the public during the exhibition change period. Please do not touch the artworks. Please view the museum exhibits in silence. Please leave large luggage in a locker. Eating and drinking are prohibited outside designated areas
- [Lunch: Echigo Matsudai Satoyama Shokudo (Japanese/Western-style buffet)] This buffet-style meal uses plenty of rice from the rice terraces and fresh vegetables. The menu lineup has about 20 kinds of local flavors and homemade dishes. Drink charges are not included. As lunch is a buffet, requests for vegetarian meals cannot be accommodated
- [What to Wear/Bring] Please wear shoes and clothing which are easy to walk in. This tour involves walking outdoors. Please take measures against heat depending on the season. Summer: Temperatures can reach up to 35°C. Please bring items that protect from the heat such as sunglasses, hat, parasol, neck cooler, etc. As there may be a lot of mosquitoes in June to August, please bring insect repellent. In rainy weather, using a raincoat is recommended as it offers better visibility than an umbrella, won't break in strong winds, and keeps the hands free
- Large luggage such as suitcases cannot be brought during the tour. Please have them delivered in advance, or leave them in a locker or at your hotel before participating
- [For Round-trip from Tokyo Option] Please check the tickets and final itinerary for the train number and times. Changes may not be made to the scheduled Shinkansen
- [For Round-trip from Tokyo Option] The Shinkansen schedule may vary slightly due to unforeseen conditions
- [For Round-trip from Tokyo Option] No refunds will be issued even if the Shinkansen tickets are not used. In such cases, please use public transportation to the destination on your own
- [For Round-trip from Tokyo Option] If you must cancel your tour after receiving the Shinkansen tickets, please send the tickets back to JTB Sunrise Tours
- [For Round-trip from Tokyo Option] Changes may not be made to the scheduled Shinkansen. Customers who miss the designated Shinkansen may board a later departing Shinkansen in the non-reserved car section only (same day only)
- [For Round-trip from Tokyo Option] Customers will carry their own baggage. Please be aware that there is not much space on board the Shinkansen
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Interesting Art Tour
We had an enjoyable day trip exploring the key highlights of the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field. As the various art installations are scattered across the area and not easily accessible, this tour is recommended for those who would like to visit the art field but do not drive. Our guide, Shima-san, was knowledgeable and personable. She not only shared her knowledge about the art installations, she also shared interesting anecdotes about Niigata
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu, Fri
- Price range
- $36000 to $59000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
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Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience cost?
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Prices start at $36000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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