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Naoshima
Naoshima · Shikoku

Shikoku · 四国

Naoshima

A small island in the Seto Inland Sea covered in contemporary art museums, outdoor sculptures, and Tadao Ando architecture.

Best seasons
Spring · Autumn · Summer
JR Pass covers
Not on the base pass
Interests
Culture & History · Nature

Highlights

What to see and do.

  • Chichu Art Museum
  • Benesse House
  • Yayoi Kusama Pumpkin
  • Art House Project
  • Lee Ufan Museum

When to go

Crowd levels by month.

Vermillion density shows how crowded the city feels each month. Darker cells mean more tourists and higher prices.

JanVery low
FebVery low
MarModerate
AprModerate
MayModerate
JunLow
JulModerate
AugModerate
SepLow
OctModerate
NovModerate
DecVery low

Where to stay

Neighbourhoods to consider.

Honmura area

Village with Art House Project installations

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Book ahead

Reservations that matter.

Chichu Art Museum requires timed-entry tickets — book online in advance. Some art houses are closed Mondays.

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