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- English
Photos courtesy of:
- “Red Pumpkin” Yayoi Kusama,2006 Naoshima Miyanoura Port Square * No Reproduction
Explore the art island of Naoshima with this hassle-free, luxury day tour accompanied by an English-speaking attendant.
In a single day, you will have the opportunity to explore Naoshima’s premier highlights, including the Benesse House Museum, the Naoshima New Museum of Art, and the iconic Red Pumpkin, without worrying about a single logistical detail. The tour price includes all transportation, museum entrance fees and full English support from our attendant throughout the trip. Sit back and relax in our luxury vehicle as we escort you between attractions across the island.
- Complimentary alcoholic and soft drinks on board of our luxury bus
- Entrance fees for Naoshima museums included
- Round-trip Shinkansen (bullet train) tickets between Kyoto and Himeji
- Round-trip luxury bus transportation between Himeji and Naoshima
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
We will pass by Uno Port. If we have time, you'll be able to explore the area a bit before boarding the ferry.
Admission ticket free -
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After arriving at Uno Port, the bus will board the ferry to Naoshima and take you directly to the bus parking area near the Naoshima New Museum of Art, located in the Honmura district. Here, you will have around 90 minutes to explore the museum on your own. The Naoshima New Museum of Art is a newly opened space designed by Tadao Ando, the world-renowned architect who helped reshape the island by building many iconic structures, such as the Benesse House Museum. The museum features special exhibitions with a primary focus on contemporary artists from across Asia and Japan. Take your time to explore the architecture and artworks at your own pace. *since the Naoshima New Museum of Art will be closed from May 11th to June 6th, in those dates we will visit the Art House Project instead.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Art House Project
*ONLY WHEN THE NAOSHIMA NEW MUSEUM OF ART IS CLOSED. If the Naoshima New Museum is closed, we will visit the Art House Project instead. In that case, the attendant will purchase the tickets on the day of the tour. You may visit the art houses of your choice, except for 'Minamidera' and 'Kinza,' which require advanced reservations.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
After enjoying Benesse House Museum, we will accompany you to the famous Red Pumpkin by Yayoi Kusama at Miyanoura Port. You will have some time to take pictures and buy some souvenirs.
Admission ticket free -
3Benesse House Museum
Visit Benesse House, one of Naoshima Island’s most iconic architectural landmarks. Designed by Tadao Ando in 1992, Benesse House serves as both a hotel and a museum, hosting various artworks and exhibitions. The building itself is a masterpiece, featuring large open spaces that seamlessly connect the structure with the surrounding nature. Its position on high ground overlooks the picturesque scenery of the Seto Inland Sea. Artworks are found not only within the galleries but throughout the entire building, as well as along the seashore and in the nearby forest.
55 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
We will pass by the iconic Yayoi Kusama's "Yellow Pumpkin".
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If the Naoshima New Museum is closed, we will visit the Art House Project instead. In that case, the attendant will purchase the tickets on the day of the tour. You may visit the art houses of your choice, except for 'Minamidera' and 'Kinza,' which require advanced reservations.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If the Naoshima New Museum is closed, we will visit the Art House Project instead. In that case, the attendant will purchase the tickets on the day of the tour. You may visit the art houses of your choice, except for 'Minamidera' and 'Kinza,' which require advanced reservations.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
- If you are late for the tour start time, you will not be able to join the tour midway.
- If you decide to leave the tour midway, we will not be able to give you the return Shinkansen (bullet train) ticket
- We suggest buying lunch beforehand or at a service area to maximize sightseeing time (you can eat it inside the bus)
- We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 20 years old and above. Minor travelers below 20 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
- Visiting times at museums may be subject to slight shortening depending on traffic conditions
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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