Obuse is a small town situated in the province of Nagano. It is mostly known for its famous former resident: the Japanese woodblock painter Hokusai. Three major museums in the town are dedicated to this artist. Apart from the museums, the town also offers a number of other interesting places to visit like a local sake brewery.
Finally, Obuse is known for its outstanding quality apples, rice, chestnuts and wine grapes.
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