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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.