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Activities — Naoshima

Art, architecture and nature: the unmissable experiences on Naoshima island.

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Benesse Art Site

A collection of contemporary art museums including Chichu Art Museum and Lee Ufan Museum, all set within the island's landscape.

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Art House Project

Historic Honmura village houses transformed into permanent art installations by artists such as James Turrell and Hiroshi Sugimoto.

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Yayoi Kusama Pumpkins

The giant yellow polka-dot pumpkin sculptures by Yayoi Kusama are Naoshima's most iconic images. Photograph them at the pier.

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Cycling the Island

Rent a bicycle to explore the island at your own pace. The cycling circuit takes 2-3 hours and passes all main art sites.

💡 Practical Info : The Chichu Art Museum requires advance timed entry tickets. Book online before visiting. Art sites are closed on Mondays.