Sumida Hokusai Museum - Free Audio Guide

The Sumida Hokusai Museum in Tokyo’s Sumida ward is dedicated to Katsushika Hokusai, a leading ukiyo-e artist of the Edo period. The museum presents Hokusai’s life, artistic development and enduring influence through a permanent collection of prints, drawings and preparatory sketches, together with rotating thematic exhibitions that examine his techniques and legacy. The building, sited in a neighborhood associated with the artist, houses educational resources, reproductions of iconic works such as The Great Wave, and archival materials related to his workshop and pupils. Emphasizing cultural and historical significance, the institution situates Hokusai within both local history and global printmaking traditions. General visitor arrangements include regular opening hours, an admission charge with concessions and accessibility features for mobility needs; specific operational details vary by season and exhibition. The museum also supports research, publications and community programmes that foster appreciation of Hokusai’s art.