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Escape the city and discover the creative oasis of Naoshima, Japan’s internationally renowned “Art Island.”
Your guide will escort you on a scenic journey across the Seto Inland Sea to a place where nature, architecture, and contemporary art seamlessly blend. Visit Yayoi Kusama’s famous pumpkins, the immersive underground Chichu Art Museum, Benesse House Museum, and the unique Art House Project scattered through a quiet village.
This tour is perfect for art lovers and culture seekers looking for a one-of-a-kind experience in Japan.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby with your name sign. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.
Itinerary
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1
Take the ferry from Takamatsu Port to Naoshima (Miyanoura Port)
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Red Pumpkin by Yayoi Kusama – An iconic sculpture near the port that offers a perfect photo spot and a playful introduction to the island’s art culture.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Designed by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando, Chichu Art Museum is built almost entirely underground to harmonize with the surrounding nature. Inside, you’ll encounter works by Claude Monet, James Turrell, and Walter De Maria in breathtaking spaces filled with natural light. A contemplative, immersive experience that merges art, architecture, and environment.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4
In the quiet village of Honmura, traditional Japanese houses have been transformed into permanent art installations by artists from around the world. Visit highlights like Minamidera, a collaboration between James Turrell and Tadao Ando, and Haisha, a colorfully chaotic ex-dentist’s home turned art piece. Each house tells a unique story, blending Naoshima’s history with avant-garde creativity.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
This small but powerful museum is set inside a restored 100-year-old Japanese house. It showcases Tadao Ando’s philosophy and work through models, sketches, and an atmospheric blend of traditional wood and modern concrete. A must-visit for architecture lovers and fans of quiet spaces with depth.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
6
Board the ferry from Naoshima back to Takamatsu
50 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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