2025 Kagawa District Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in August)

Naoshima is a nationally famous tourist spot, known as an island of art throughout its entirety. You can tour the island by bus or rental bicycle. The pumpkin sculpture that was once washed away has been restored, so don't forget to take photos! There were also many photogenic spots. ୨୧――――――――――――――――୨୧ information Facility name📍Naoshima Address📍Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun, Kagawa Prefecture Access📍 ・About 50 minutes by ferry from Takamatsu Port, about 25 minutes by high-speed boat ・About 15 to 20 minutes by ferry from Uno Port ୨୧――――――――――――――――――୨୧ #islandtrip #naoshima #naoshimatrip #kagawa #domestictrip #familytrip #girlstrip #solotrip

Get ready for the ultimate laid-back and healing Shikoku island tour ✨ From Naruto's blue whirlpools to Amanohashidate's breathtaking seascapes, plus Yayoi Kusama's iconic pumpkin art - this route covers Japan's hidden gems and artistic landmarks in one go! - 🛤️8-Day Itinerary: DAY1: Tajiri-cho Kasho Shrine ➠ Check-in at Atami Pearl Star Hotel ▫️The red torii gate at Kasho Shrine is super photogenic, and the seaside promenade offers perfect chill vibes ▫️Atami hotel features open-air hot springs - stargazing while soaking is pure bliss DAY2: Atami Kinomiya Shrine ➠ Miyazu City Amanohashidate ▫️The 1300-year-old sacred tree at Kinomiya Shrine is awe-inspiring - don't miss the limited edition omamori charms ▫️Rent bikes to explore Amanohashidate (cable car to viewpoint closes at 17:00) - drone shots look incredible DAY3: Kasamatsu Park ➠ Naruto Whirlpools ▫️Try the unique "crotch view" of Amanohashidate at Kasamatsu Park ▫️Check Naruto whirlpool timetables - most spectacular during spring tides! AoAwo Resort's oceanview rooms come highly recommended DAY4: Naruto Sky Route ➠ Naoshima Red Pumpkin ▫️The glass walkway on Sky Route offers thrilling photo ops ▫️Visit Tadao Ando's Red Pumpkin at sunset for magical golden hour moments DAY5: Naoshima Violin ➠ Kagawa Yellow Pumpkin ▫️The violin-shaped museum's interior light play is stunning (closed Mondays) ▫️Must-see Yayoi Kusama's Yellow Pumpkin - wear solid colors for better photos DAY6: Shodoshima Olive Park ➠ Kiki's Delivery Service Windmill ▫️Rent brooms (¥500/hour) for fun witch-themed photos ▫️Don't miss the olive soft serve at Olive Park DAY7: Shikoku Mura ➠ Magos Gallery ▫️Shikoku Mura recreates traditional gassho-zukuri architecture ▫️The gallery's rotating exhibitions are superb, with amazing rooftop views DAY8: Shodoshima Island Tour ➠ Return ▫️E-bike rentals recommended - the Twenty-Four Eyes Movie Village is heartwarming - 🍱Food Guide: ▫️Amanohashidate: Try seafood pancakes at Monju Chaya near Chionji Temple ▫️Naruto: Blue whale-shaped taiyaki at Kincho Seimenjo ▫️Shodoshima: Olive beef rice bowl at Olive Garden Shokudo ▫️Takamatsu: Legendary grilled chicken at specialty shop Ikkaku - 💡Pro Tips: 1️⃣Shikoku Rail Pass covers shinkansen and ferries 2️⃣Book e-bikes in advance as taxis are scarce on Shodoshima 3️⃣Most museums prohibit food - eat before visiting 4️⃣March-April visitors can enjoy unique sea-view cherry blossoms at Naruto

I spotted the "Cultural Mixed Bath" at Benesse House in Naoshima—Cai Guo-Qiang's "immersive art." Though I didn't get in the bath, the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea and the jacuzzi surrounded by Taihu Lake stones were a work of art in themselves, as if nature and art were blending together. This experience is available only to overnight guests and on Sundays. Participation costs ¥4,000 and reservations are required in advance. It was a "living work of art" that made me want to try it again! Don't forget to bring your swimsuit. The photo was taken in the early morning, so the light might be a little weak. ⤵️ If you want to try it 📍Benesse House (Naoshima, Kagawa Prefecture) 🗓Held on Sundays / 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM 💰¥4,000 (Reservations required / Hotel guests only) #AbsolutelyFreeTravel

We visited Kadoya, a house project in the Honmura district of Naoshima. Three LED counter pieces by Miyajima Tatsuo were on display in a space that made use of a 200-year-old traditional Japanese house. One of them, Sea of Time '98, features 125 counters scattered throughout a pond filled with water. What's more, the speed of each counter was set by the island's residents themselves. Gazing blankly at the slowly blinking numbers through the water's surface, I felt as if I was being enveloped in the rhythm of time's flow... This was not just modern art, but "art in everyday life" imbued with the memories of the land and the connections between people. Videos were not allowed, but I felt that this opened my senses and allowed me to really engage with the works. 📍Art House Project "Kadoya" 🗓10:00-16:30 (closed on Mondays/closed the day after public holidays) 🎫Combined ticket 1,400 yen (on-site)/1,200 yen (online) #AbsolutelyFreeTrip #Naoshima

Take the ferry from Uno Port in Okayama Prefecture to Naoshima⛴️ ① Luke's Pizza & Grill A pizza place located right near the passenger ferry terminal to Uno🍕 The lotus root pizza and pasta were chewy and absolutely delicious🤤 ② Art House Project There are about seven houses that have been renovated from vacant homes, incorporating the memories and time of when people used to live there, and transformed into art pieces by artists! One of them is a renovated dentist's office, and there's even a foot bath you can enjoy! With a common ticket priced at 1,200 yen (available online), you can visit as many as you like☺️ While everything is within walking distance, note that some locations may have break times, so plan accordingly! ③ Benesse Art Museum The art is amazing, but above all else, the lemon cheesecake at the café here was absolutely delicious!! I had a fantastic time exploring by bus and on foot😌 Make sure to check the return ferry schedule in advance⏳ ※ Don't forget to bring coins for the bus! They don't accept new bills🥲

📅 Itinerary Day1: Matsuyama Castle + Dogo Onsen Day2: Iya Valley Vine Bridge + Statue of peeing boy Day3: Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter Day4: Naoshima Day 5: Tokushima Naruto Whirlpool + Ritsurin Garden Day 6: Hashiguiwa & Shirahama 🏨 Accommodation Day 1: Chaharu Hotel Day 2: Mannaka Obokekyo Day 3: UNO Hotel Day 4: Grand Base Takamatsu Day 5: Wakayama Marina City Day 6: Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto 📌 Tips We flew in to Matsuyama Airport and picked up our car. Self-drive holiday, take it slow, visit 1 or 2 places a day, just relax and enjoy, after all it is a holiday!

Transportation guide: JR Uno Station> Uno Port> Miyaura Port or Honmura Port Must-visit attractions: Naoshima Red Pumpkin, Naoshima Yellow Pumpkin, Mediterranean Art Museum, Naoshima New Art Museum, Benesse Museum, Naoshima Sento Recommended hotel: Minshuku Takenoya is affordable and spacious, and the owner is friendly Must-eat food: Chuo Coffee, the curry omelette is delicious Shopping guide: Marine station "Naoshima" in Miyaura Port, you can buy souvenirs, sea salt ice cream is recommended #直島

🏗️💥 Ando Tadao: The Concrete Samurai Who Builds Temples of Light and Shadow גרסה העברית למטה Have you ever seen a building that gives you goosebumps? 🔥 Here's **Ando Tadao** - a self-taught Japanese architect who turns rough concrete into poetry and simple forms into meditation. 🔹 Who is this anyway? A former boxer (yes, he fought in the ring before designing masterpieces!). The genius of minimalism - his motto: "Less is more, but with meaning"* Nobel Prize winner in architecture (Pritzker Prize, 1995). 🏛️ Top 3 of his buildings that will blow your mind: 1️⃣ Church of Light (Osaka) - just a concrete box... but when the sun shines through a slit in the wall in the morning, a shining cross lights up inside ✨. Is it magic or genius geometry? 2️⃣ Temple of Water (Awaji Island) - imagine: you go underwater to get to the temple. And above you is a giant lotus pond. This is not fantasy, this is Ando. 3️⃣ House 4×4 (Kobe) - a tower house measuring 4x4 meters on the ocean shore. How can you live in such a thing? But the view – a million dollars! 🌊 💡 Ando's trick: He doesn't just build walls – he plays with your emotions. His concrete is warm, his silence is loud, and his voids are filled with meaning. 🔥 Bonus fact: Ando never studied architecture! He learned everything himself, traveling the world and absorbing beauty. 👉 What do you think? Could you live in a concrete house without windows (but with perfect light)? Or is that too much even for an aesthete? 😏 #Architecture #Genius #ConcreteISlight #Ando_Tadao #TheArtOfLiving 🏗️💥 Mythology: The Art of Living What a blessing! Why not? 🔥 Please contact us לשירה, וצורות פשוטות - למדיטציה. 🔹 מי זה בכלל? It's okay! - גאון מינימליזם - המוטו שלו: "פחות זה יותר, אבל עם משמעות". - זוכה 'נובל' של אדריכלות (פרס פריצקר, 1995). 🏛️ 3 הפרויקטים הכי מטורפיםשלו: 1️⃣ כנסיית האור (אוסקה)- סתם קופסת בטון... אבל כשהשמש Please contact us, please contact us. What about? 2. למקדש. ומעליך - בריכת לוטוסים ענקית. זה לא מדע בדיוני, זה אנדו. 3️⃣ בית 4×4 (קובה) - בית-מגדל בגודל 4×4 מטר על שפת האוקיינוס. What about? אבל הנוף - מיליון דולר! 🌊 💡 הסוד של אנדו: הוא לא סתם בונה קירות - הוא משחק עם הרגשות שלך הבטון שלו - חם, השקט שלו - רועם, והחללים הריקים - מלאים במשמעות. 🔥 עובדת בונוס: אנדו מעולם לא למד אדריכלות! Please contact us. 👉 מה דעתך? היית גר בבית בטון בלי חלונות (אבל עם תאורה מושלמת)? Why not? 😏 #גאונות #בטון_ואור #אנדו_טדאו #אמנות_החיים#naoshima #andotadao

#: "Naoshima Pumpkin Story! Nayoi Kusama Red and Yellow Pumpkin Dialogue Through Time and Space Seto Inland Sea One Day Art Tour🇯🇵"** You didn’t know, Kusama * --- #### **Opening line🎃** "Naoshima has two pumpkins - one bright red as fire, one golden lonely, both are Yayoi Kusama's masterpiece! But did you know? Red pumpkin (赤かぼちゃ) and yellow pumpkin (黄かぼちゃ) were actually created 12 years apart, reflecting the artist's two completely different life stages! --- ### **🚢 Island Landing Guide: Boat Course × Self-Driving × Bike** Next time I will write the Naoshima ride guide --- ### **🎨Naoshima Art Hall: A Time Dialogue with Red and Yellow Pumpkins** #### **1. Red Pumpkin (2006): The Polka Dot Fantasy of Embracing the World** - **Location**: Next to Miyaura Harbor, free 24 hours - **Creation Background**: → Created when Nayo Kusama was **78 years old**, at the peak of her international reputation → Inspired by “symbiosis with the Seto Inland Sea,” the round hole design invites visitors to drill in and interact - **Art Password**: → **Bright red**: Symbolizes vitality and enthusiasm, contrasting the black and white main tone of her youth → **Accessible to design**: Reflects an open mind and embraces public participation in later life (early works were mostly closed) → After the lights at night, the hole projection looks like a starry sky, IG must shoot! #### **2. Yellow Pumpkin (1994): The Metaphor of Solitude and Infinity** - **Location**: Benesse House seaside, free - **Creation Background**: → Nayo Kusama **65 years old** work, during her submergence period when she returned to Japan from New York → Originally the first work of the Seto Inland Sea Art Revitalization Project, it has now become a spiritual symbol of Naoshima - **Art Password**: → **Bright Yellow**: Represents hope, but alone on the coast, a metaphor for the artist's sense of alienation from society → **No access**: The surface is smooth and porous, emphasizing the philosophy of “viewing rather than participation.” → The typhoon was blown into the sea (2021) and an anchoring device was installed after restoration to symbolize the rebirth of adversity #### ** 3. Why is pumpkin the ultimate symbol of Yayoi Kusama? ** "Nayo Kusama once said, 'Pumpkin is my redemption of life.' → **Childhood Memory**: Grandfather ran a seedling farm, childhood surrounded by pumpkins, considered a symbol of stability → **Mental Illness**: The pumpkin is round and angular, relieving her fears caused by neurological audio-visual disorders → **Commercial Breakthrough**: The Pumpkin Installation at the Venice Biennale in 1993 became famous, opening the peak of late creation' --- ### **📸 Ultimate Day Trip Itinerary: Unlock Pumpkin Time Journey** (Original itinerary frame remains unchanged, new art perspective) **🌅 Morning Boat Sprint Version** 1. **09:00** Miyaura Harbor: Red Pumpkin “Drilling Hole” Experience + Interpretation of Creative Ideas in Late Years 2. **11:00** Tadao Ando Museum: Contrasting Architecture and Pumpkin’s “Circular Philosophy” 3. **13:00** Earthly Gallery: Understanding the concept of Yayoi Kusama’s “net of infinity” from Monet’s “Water Lilies” 4. **16:30** Yellow Pumpkin Sunset: Feel the rush of loneliness and hope (we recommend bringing a telescope to see the ship in the Seto Inland Sea) 5. **17:30** Reflections on the return ship: How did the two pumpkins concentrate the artist’s life? --- ### **🌟 Why are foreigners crazy in love with Naoshima? ** 1. **Artist pilgrimage hotspots**: Yayoi Kusama, Tadao Ando, ​​James Turrell and Island Athletic 2. **Seto International Art Festival**: 3-yearly, 2025 to launch a "Pumpkin Restoration Special Exhibition" 3. **Healing Data**: 98% of tourists' satisfaction on the island, mainly due to the "contrast between art and natural healing" --- ### **🚨 Naoshima Trivia Q&A** **Q: Why not put the red and yellow pumpkins together? ** → Deliberate separation of port and wilderness, a metaphor for the two poles of life of "departure vs. destination" and "noisy vs. loneliness" **Q: Why did Kusama choose Naoshima? ** → When invited by the Fukubu Group, she was struck by the idea of ​​“Waste Industrial Island Rebirth”, echoing her own post-war traumatic experiences --- ### **Artist Quotes at the End of Article** "'When I gaze at the pumpkin, I see the mystery of the universe.' - Nayo Kusama, 2015 Naoshima Interview" **Hashtag 爆点赞** > #red pumpkin is the high point of life Yellow pumpkin is the low point #Naoshima sees through Yayoi Kusama > #Seto Inland Sea taught me artistic healing #Two pumpkins a conversation across time and space **Interaction bit💬** “Do you resonate more with the passion of the red pumpkin or the loneliness of the yellow pumpkin? Let me know in the comments. --- ** | Year of creation: Naoshima-cho Tourism Association / Benesse Art Site Naoshima Official Information | ** **|Art Analysis Reference: 〈Nayo Kusama: The Infinite Web〉 (2012 MoMA Retrospective) |** Itself would search before for me, just being able to install art in the Seto Inland Sea, today I finally understand why his work is so gripping Hong Kong girls are about to cry #ShikokuTravel #Naoshima #Nayo Kusama

### **Title: "Hong Kong Girl Takamatsu Ultimate Strategy! 5 Days Island Hopping + Cat Island + Sky Torii with Transportation Time Saving Tips🇯🇵"** #Takamatsu Must Visit #Shikoku Must Visit --- ### **Opening remarks 💁‍♀️** "Hey, you only know Tokyo and Osaka when you go to Japan? Takamatsu, the secret island of the Seto Inland Sea, is the new favorite of Hong Kong girls! In 5 days, you can enjoy Art Pumpkin Island, Cat Owners Paradise, and IG's popular Sky Torii, and you can also shop for special cosmetics! The craziest thing is that air tickets are cheaper than flying to Taipei, unlock your private itinerary now + Trip.com to grab cheap flights and hotel tips ~ 🚨 --- ### **Day 1: Hong Kong → Takamatsu | Landing rushes to the ancient city + shopping street bursts of shopping** **✈️ Transportation Key** - **Hong Kong → Takamatsu Airport**: HK Express direct flight about 3.5 hours, Trip.com flash sale price $1,800 round trip (remember to click "Price Tracking" function!) - **Airport → City Center**: Bus No. 3 directly to Takamatsu Station (1 hour drive, ¥760), get off and walk 5 minutes to **Yongan International Hotel** (Double room with tax ¥12,000/night, including breakfast) **🏯 Takamatsu Castle Ruins** - **How ​​to get to**: 15 minutes walk from the hotel - **Time**: Recommended entry after 16:00 (half price 1 hour before closing! Original price ¥410 → ¥200) - **Background**: One of the three major water cities in Japan, the reflection of the castle tower is super IG-able at night! **🛍️ Marukamecho Shopping Street** - **Sale Palace**: Open 24 hours, Snack + Cosmetics + Disney Limited (Curel Cream is $50 off in Hong Kong!) - **SEGA Game Center**: Pinball must-play "Corner Creatures" machine, must win within ¥500! - **Pharmaceutical Tips**: Buy Hoi Mei Cup Noodle Flavor Mask (¥980) at Sundrug. --- ### **Day 2: Island Hopping Day 1 | Naoshima Rampage, Naoki Kusama Pumpkin No Photo** **🚢Island Hopping Trivia**: Seto Inland Sea Art Festival Main, take a boat day to play multiple islands (departing from Takamatsu Port, boat schedules are frequent!) **⛴️ Takamatsu → Naoshima (Miyaura Port)** - **Transportation**: 30 minutes by high-speed boat (¥1,320), or 50 minutes by ferry (¥520) - **Car rental and drive**: Book a Toyota petrol electric car on Trip.com (¥5,500/day, international license free translation!) **🎃 Must-See Attractions** 1. **Red Pumpkin (Miyaura Port)**: Naoki Kusama's classic polka dot check-in, free! 2. **Yellow Pumpkin (Benesse House by the Sea)**: Dusk shadow silhouette super fairy ~ 3. **Mediterranean Art Gallery**: - **Entrance Fee**: ¥2,100 (Reservation required on official website!) - **Background**: Designed by Tadao Ando, ​​containing the authentic copy of Monet's "Water Lilies", the whole museum is banned but shocked to cry! **🍱Food on the Island** - A must-visit "Dark Rice Heart" for abalone rice (¥1,500) by car. The restaurant has 10 seats and is recommended to arrive before 11:30! --- ### **Day 3: Shikoku Aquarium + Golden Tobiro Palace + Mirror of the Sky on Parents' Bank** **🐠 Shikoku Aquarium** - **Access**: Take Koto from Takamatsu Station to "Yashima" Station, change taxi for 5 minutes (total journey time 40 minutes, ¥1,200) - **Entrance Fee**: ¥2,400 (Queue-free for Trip.com e-tickets!) - **Must See**: Seto Inland Sea 9m Giant Tank + Dolphin Show (Daily 11:00/13:00/15:00) **⛩️ Golden Tobira Palace** - **Transportation**: Koto Electric "Takamatsu Tsukiko" → "Kinhei Station" (1 hour, ¥620), then walk for 15 minutes to the foot of the mountain - **Background**: Japan is the most difficult to visit a shrine! - **Must-eat**: Tsukiji Udon (¥500) at the foot of the mountain at "こんぴら茶屋", the same style as Komatsu! **🌅 Parental Coast** - **Transportation**: Take a taxi from Kotohira Station for 30 minutes (about ¥6,000), or bus + walk (super complicated, driving is recommended) - **Time**: Arrive 1 hour before sunset! - **Photo Tips**: Squat down with reflections to compose, wear bright colored clothes more prominent! --- ### **Day 4: Island Hopping Day 2 | Cat Owners Paradise Male Kijima + Female Kijima** **🚤 Takamatsu Port → Ogishima (20 mins boat ride, ¥480)** - **The Legend of Ghost Island**: There is a statue of Momotaro fighting ghosts on the island, a must-see "ghost cave" mural ~ - **Cat Spot**: "ねこかん" Cafe near the pier, ¥500 to touch the island cat + drink lemon juice! **⛵ Womangijima → Malegijima (15 mins ferry, ¥290)** - **Transportation**: Extremely sparse services! - **A must do for cat owners**: Bring cat snacks (Island cats are super cute!) Find the "Men's Island Library" hidden cat mural Buy limited cat stamps at the post office (¥800) **🌃Night back to Takamatsu to sweep the streets** - **Kitahama Alley**: Old warehouse renovated hipster cafe area, must try "umie" sea salt ice cream (¥450) --- ### **Day 5: Rollin Park + rush to AEON Mall + last chance to shop at the airport** **🌳Cherry Forest Park** - **Access**: Take Komatsu Station from Takamatsu Station to "Kuribayashi Park North Exit" (10 minutes, ¥240) - **Admission fee**: ¥410 (opens at 7:00 am, less crowded and easy to take photos!) - **Background**: One of the three famous gardens in Japan, a "box pine" worth ¥100 million, trimmed like a bonsai! **🛒 Takamatsu AEON Mall** - **Access**: 10 minutes by taxi from Ritsubayashi Park (¥1,500) - **Shopping Highlights**: 1**Jiao'an Temple**: Restocked Seto Nei Lemon Cake (¥980/box) **Uniqlo**: Limited to Shikoku Tee (¥1,500), not available in Hong Kong! **Twist Wall**: Latest Ghost Rider/Star Kirby (¥300/time) **✈️ Takamatsu Airport Tips** - Taxi from AEOM Mall to the airport is about ¥5,000 (30 minutes) - **Airport Duty Free Shop**: Small to cry! --- ### **Takamatsu Travel FAQ** 1. **How ​​to Save Money with Trip.com?** → Book a room and select "continuous discount", open "price tracking" for airline tickets, save Trip Coins as money! 2. **Driving or taking a car**? → Must-have car rental for island hopping (¥5,500/day), cheap enough for piano battery in the city (from ¥240) 3. **Wifi egg fixed SIM card? ** → Buy 4G SIM (¥2,500/5 days) on Trip.com, the island is closed! --- ### **标签爆赞** > #Takamatsu jumps island jumps to become Hong Kong girl black charcoal #Seto Inland Sea Cat Slave Surrender Zone > #Tripcom saves money and saves more beautiful than filters #parents bin photography to be watched > #Follow me next episode to teach how to hit stars in Naoshima **Interaction bit💬** "Is there anyone like my sister who climbed to the Golden Knife Bira Palace and died? Or are you so strong that you can play 3 islands in one day? Share your history of Takamatsu's blood and tears ~👇" --- **Attached: Takamatsu Traffic Map Guide** (DM me Send HD version!) 🗺️ If you need to adjust the order of attractions or add more Hong Kong girl quotes, feel free to let me know 😎👌 If you want to crawl the article, I have already written Lin Park and Shikoku Aquarium, you can go to the front to see, Shikoku Aquarium, I think it really must be a must-go, Hong Kong girls play three attractions a day, really have no life, see here you give me a heart

It takes about one hour to get to Naoshima from Takamatsu Port by boat. It is an island full of art "Chichu Art Museum" - Architect is Tadao Ando Clear water concrete ~ light and shadow ~ blank space It is a place worth quieting down. (No photography allowed inside) It is recommended to stay at least one night in Naoshima Two nights is actually more than enough The next day, I took a boat from Naoshima to Toyoshima In front of the Toyoshima Museum of Art, along the road to the coast The vast sea view makes people reluctant to leave This seemingly simple art gallery is where I meditate Sit, lie down, or walk Indescribable healing feeling (Same, no photography allowed inside) So, you must experience it yourself #SetoInlandSea #Naoshima #Toyoshima

#Spring0yenTrip Naoshima is a small island in Kagawa Prefecture, known as a treasure trove of contemporary art. When you arrive on the island by ferry, the first thing that catches your eye is Yayoi Kusama's "Red Pumpkin." The striking, vibrant yellow and black polka dots make you want to take a photo. There are art museums dotted around the island, run by Benesse Art Site Naoshima. At the Chichu Art Museum in particular, you can view Monet's Water Lilies masterpiece up close, and I was overwhelmed by its power. Not only the art, but the island's scenery is also attractive, with idyllic fishing villages and beautiful coastlines. At the local cafes, you can enjoy dishes made with fresh seafood, and the "Naoshima Burger" was particularly delicious. Naoshima, where art and nature come together, is a place where you will want to visit again and again, as there are new discoveries every time you visit.

Naoshima in Kagawa Prefecture. You can get there by ferry from both Okayama and Takamatsu. At the port, there is a red pumpkin by Yayoi Kusama to welcome visitors. The yellow pumpkin is at Benesse House. Naoshima is a small island, so you can get around on foot. There is also a bus, although it is a little inconvenient. The most convenient way is to use an electric kick scooter. It is cheaper than renting a car and is maneuverable. There is a place to rent one in front of the port. In front of the port, there is a work that uses a public bath ♨️, which is highly recommended. You can also take a bath. There is also an exhibition like the Statue of Liberty 🗽 in New York. All the works can be enjoyed as art, and you can take some great photos. Setogame is coming soon! #0yentravelFebruary2025 #Naoshima #Domestictravelstrategy #Naoshimaart #YayoiKusama

📍Address: Japan, 〒761-3110 Kagawa, Kagawa District, Naoshima, Tsumuura 3418 💰Average Cost: 1500 JPY The ticket includes a cup of hot tea and a Japanese-style confectionery The exhibition area mainly displays Hiroshi Sugimoto's photography works The gallery is divided into three areas One area is purely for exhibitions, one area is for dining, and the last area is an outdoor exhibition area

Key photo points on Naoshima, the island of art

When we first saw the giant polka dot pumpkin by the sea, we thought we had to visit it!! This island doesn’t just have pumpkins. There are many art works and museums to visit. It can be called an island of art. You can easily travel to it from Osaka and you can visit it for a whole day. ☁️🚢☀️ Atmosphere ☀️- When we went to the island, we took a boat that cars can also take you up. The upper floor of the boat has a really great view. But if it’s cold, you can sit downstairs because the passenger cabins are luxurious and have the same view and a bathroom.- When you arrive on the island, you will see the red pumpkin first at the pier. It was a pleasure to take pictures.- Our next goal was to find the yellow pumpkin, which is on the other side of the island. So we had to continue our journey.🚲 There are 2 ways to get on the island. 🚲- Taking the bus: Walk into the Information center and ask for a map.- Cycling: We used this method, it was super chill. ,, When you leave the pier, you’ll see a shop across from the staff who speak very good English and gave great advice on both routes and cycling methods. 👍🏻💥 Attraction Point 💥- The main goal is the yellow pumpkin. Cycle according to the map. Or pin at Yellow Pumpkin,, When I got there, it felt like a dream come true, very happy, very lucky that there weren't many people, so we could take pictures for a long time. But the wind was strong, my hair was damaged, lol. - Museums or other works of art, you can look at the tourist map. There are recommended spots, you can go and collect them. There are both paid and free admission. 🔰 Recommendations 🔰 - Choose an electric bike, it saves a lot of energy. This is the secret of Japanese housewives! - Cycling here is very safe. Ride on the left. If there is a car coming, it will keep a distance from us. Don't be afraid that it is not safe. 🚃 Getting to the Island 🚃1) Take the Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka to Okayama Station 2) Take the train to Uno Station 3) Walk to the Miyanoura Pier to board the boat to Naoshima Island 🛎️ Costs 🛎️- Shinkansen and train tickets: We used the JR pass so we didn't have to pay extra.- Round-trip boat tickets to Naoshima Island: 570 yen per person- Electric bike rental fee: 880 yen per bike ⭐️ Score 100/10 Very chill #triptravelchina #traveljapan #traveltrip #japan #naoshima #japan #yayoikusama

Naoshima is known for Yayoi Kusama's iconic objects, the "red pumpkin" and the yellow "pumpkin." The "red pumpkin" is located near the port of Naoshima, and is installed to welcome visitors. The red and black polka dots are eye-catching, and you can go inside and enjoy it. The yellow "pumpkin," on the other hand, is installed at the end of a pier jutting out into the sea, and features a beautiful landscape with the calm Seto Inland Sea in the background. Both of these objects exude the unique worldview that is characteristic of Yayoi Kusama, and are extremely photogenic! Pumpkins with polka dots are painted on the buses, so you can feel Yayoi Kusama all over the island! If you visit Naoshima, this is a must-see art spot. #0yentravelNovember

Yayoi Kusama's yellow pumpkin, you'll see it a lot if you want to. I always wanted to see the real thing with my own eyes. Finally I saw it 😍😍 The weather is nice today. There are not many people taking pictures now. Wait in line for about 5 minutes to get a photo. I ended up in line twice 🤣🤣🤣 It's rare to come here, so I'm crazy about taking pictures There is a merchandise shop next to the pumpkin. There are many different pumpkin print products for sale. And there are many that are only available locally. If you don't buy it, you will miss it! ! *Into Naoshima Note: Ship time #November Good Places 2024 #Takamatsu Kanko #Naoshima #Nayo Kusama #Nayo Kusama Yellow Pumpkin

Every three years, art enthusiasts from around the world flock to the Seto Inland Sea region to admire the works of artists like Yayoi Kusama, Tadao Ando, Hiroshi Sugimoto, and Cai Guo-Qiang. The festival not only showcases various outdoor and indoor art pieces but also includes craft markets, food festivals, and performances. As the 2025 Setouchi Triennale approaches, one of the most anticipated highlights is Tadao Ando's 10th architectural work on Naoshima. Another notable landmark is the artwork "Pumpkin" by Japan's avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, known as the "Queen of Polka Dots." The most popular spot on the island is the large yellow pumpkin by the sea, often referred to as the "Pumpkin at the End of the World" due to its location by the vast ocean. The yellow pumpkin has had its share of challenges; it was damaged by a typhoon in 2021, but Kusama's team has since recreated and reinforced it to withstand future storms. On Teshima, the "Heart Archive" allows visitors to listen to heartbeats from around the world and record their own, preserving evidence of existence in the most romantic way. This year, as in previous years, "Art Appreciation Passports" and "Cruise Tickets" are expected to be available. Filling an entire passport with stamps brings a sense of pride, while cruise tickets make island hopping convenient. Alternatively, visitors can opt for the Seto Inland Sea JR PASS, which offers unlimited reserved seat exchanges, providing great value. #Art #SetoInlandSea #SetouchiTriennale #Japan #Travel #ArtInspiration #ArtFestival

Before the Setouchi Triennale 2025, let's explore this sacred island, a pilgrimage site for many art enthusiasts. With limited time, there's a debate on whether to visit Naoshima or Teshima, or even attempt a whirlwind tour of both in one day. However, once on Naoshima, its charm convinced us to change to the latest ferry. The art installations, road designs, and graffiti corners are endless to explore. The most famous are Yayoi Kusama's red and yellow pumpkins, located at the start and end of the journey. A red polka-dotted pumpkin bus picks you up, adding to the fun. (Thanks to the driver for waiting for us to exchange money and even coming to find us!) Biking is also a great option due to the long bus intervals. Our route was casual, planning to wander and stop. We took a bus to "Art House Project," where a fascinating installation resembling a plastic bubble is actually a bike parking lot. A few steps away, you can taste Naoshima gelato from a small window shop run by one person, offering fruit sherbet and classic flavors like milk and matcha. Without many stops, we transferred at the station to visit the Chichu Art Museum. Initially, we didn't specifically look for the yellow pumpkin, but spotted it as a glowing dot in the distance during the bus ride, planning to visit on the way back. On the uphill journey, the driver pointed out a raccoon and cat eating together, which turned out to be a local tanuki. We rushed back to see this amusing pair, more fascinated by the journey than the art itself. We enjoyed blending in with the locals and wandering around. As the sun set, we walked along the beach to our last stop of the day. The yellow pumpkin glowed against the sea, but the backlight made it hard to capture. Instead, we sat on the grass, waiting for the sunset. Over half the visitors were Westerners, with bikini-clad women on the beach, people drinking beer in the sea, and a man swimming past the yellow pumpkin. Watching them, I realized I'm not that carefree, avoiding getting my shoes wet or swimming. Quoting "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," "Sometimes, I don't 📷, I just stay, in it." Some moments can't be captured by a camera; it's better to enjoy them. #Takamatsu #SetouchiTriennale #Naoshima #YayoiKusamaPumpkin

ART SETOUCHI, the Setouchi Triennale, is held every three years with the aim of revitalization through art. Naoshima is the most densely packed island with museums and art installations, attracting art enthusiasts from around the world. My itinerary focused on the Benesse Art Site, spending half a day leisurely walking around the island. Highlights include the Yellow Pumpkin, animal sculptures, and the sea lawn. Visit the Hiroshi Sugimoto Time Corridors (online reservation required, souvenir shop available), Benesse House Museum (with restaurant and souvenir shop), Valley Gallery (ticket shared with Benesse House Museum), Lee Ufan Museum (outdoor installations), and Chichu Art Museum (online reservation required, with café and souvenir shop). At Miyanoura Port, take the ferry from Takamatsu Port at 10:14 AM, with a round-trip ticket costing 990 yen per person. The island bus costs 100 yen per person to Tsutsujiso, and there is a free shuttle bus in the Benesse area. Return on the last ferry at 5:00 PM from Miyanoura Port to Takamatsu. It is recommended to walk from the Chichu Art Museum to the port, taking about 30 minutes, to enjoy the beautiful sunset along the way. #SetouchiTriennale #JapanTravel #TakamatsuIslandHopping #Naoshima #ChichuArtMuseum #TadaoAndo #HiroshiSugimoto #BenesseHouse #YayoiKusama #JapaneseArt

📍Naoshima Day 2: Benesse House Museum - Yellow Pumpkin - Lee Ufan Museum 🏨 Stay in Takamatsu and take a ferry to Naoshima. Details on ferry and bike rental are in the previous post. 🚌 Island Transportation Rent a bike to the Lee Ufan Museum bike parking, or ride to the Chichu Art Museum parking. From there, take the free shuttle bus to Benesse House. Detailed routes and schedules are on. Our route: park the bike at Lee Ufan Museum - shuttle bus to Benesse House Museum - shuttle bus to Yellow Pumpkin - shuttle bus back to Lee Ufan Museum - bike back to the port. 2) Alternatively, take the 100 yen (cash only) town bus to the final stop at Tsutsujiso (Yellow Pumpkin location), and transfer to the Benesse House shuttle bus. 🏠Benesse House Museum The building itself is designed by Tadao Ando, facing the Seto Inland Sea. Besides the three indoor floors, don't miss the outdoor section! Photography and video recording are prohibited for some exhibits indoors (⚠️note). The cafe on the 2nd floor is highly recommended, offering views of the Seto Inland Sea while enjoying food. The cafe's drink cups are printed with Yayoi Kusama's Yellow Pumpkin, very cute! Opening hours: 8:00～21:00, open year-round. Tickets: on-site purchase. 🎃 Yayoi Kusama's Yellow Pumpkin Take the shuttle bus from Benesse House to Tsutsujiso, and you'll see a beach and the Yellow Pumpkin in the distance. There's also a small stone torii on the beach, very cute. Queue for the Yellow Pumpkin, and remember to check the bus schedule in advance. Lee Ufan Museum The venue is also designed by Tadao Ando, a treat for fans. It has indoor and outdoor sections; photography and video recording are prohibited indoors (⚠️note), but there are no restrictions outdoors. The outdoor works are visually striking, with a surreal feel. Opening hours: March 1 - September 30, 10:00~18:00 (last entry 17:30), October 1 - end of February, 10:00~17:00 (last entry 16:30). Closed on Mondays (※ if Monday is a holiday, open that day and closed the next day). #Naoshima #NaoshimaPumpkin #TravelPhotography #JapanTravel #SetoInlandSea #OffTheBeatenPath #TadaoAndo #SummerTravel #YayoiKusamaPumpkin #MustSeeExhibitions

I have been to so many countries, but the place with the most artistic atmosphere must be Naoshima, Japan. You can see different artworks everywhere. Whether in the park or on the road, there will be art elements🎨 This garden has several art installations. The artwork of Frog and Cat is very colorful (Figure 1) There is also a souvenir shop here. There are many Yayoi Kusama bags, key chains, clothes, etc. These limited edition souvenirs can only be purchased on this island, so don’t miss it! 📍Address: Benesse House Shop #GlobalTravel

After learning that Naoshima has yellow pumpkins, I've always wondered when to come and enjoy it. This year I can finally fulfill my wish. Naoshima can be reached by cruise ship from Takamatsu Port. Then I got off the boat and saw Yayoi Kusama's red pumpkins. It turns out there is also yellow pumpkin, but in a different location Near Naoshima Museum of Contemporary Art It takes about 15 minutes to drive from the port to the location of Yellow Pumpkin. This is a good place for young people of arts and culture to check in and make a pilgrimage If you want to take pictures of yellow pumpkins, it is recommended to come at noon. Because the sea water will be high in the morning or after 3 pm, it is not convenient to walk there 📍Address: Naoshima Yellow Pumpkin #GlobalTravel

#小岛 #100WAYS TO TRAVEL #seaview #AugustGood Place2024 #RegistrationAugustHotelTestSleeper #NanshanHotel It’s easy to think of the contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama when you see this pumpkin. Yes, this is the end of the Benesse Art Site on Naoshima in the Seto Inland Sea. 🎨 It was raining that day, sometimes heavy and sometimes light, and it was still very cold at the beach. I wore a raincoat and walked a short distance on my bicycle to get here in order to take pictures with the yellow pumpkins. 🚲 ☔

Cycling around the island to find the old pumpkin of Kusama tattoo master Somehow d road was to go crazy uphill A second down the slope coolly said byebye to a passerby A The next second it was faster than him walking ahead of me on the uphill First I realized that I did not look clearly around the island tour to the east will be very chill But themselves a thing all the way to the west so first have to be so up the slope epic fail Be warned, remember to step in the right direction 。 Wear new shoes on the way to the Central Art Museum. There is an exhibition area where you have to take off your shoes After looking out I found the shoes disappeared where I put them In a hurry, I found a guy wearing the same pair of shoes Rushing to ask him if he was wearing the wrong shoes he said no wonder the shoes were so much looser I don't know if I should smile or not, but I'm lucky the shoe is there And highly recommend everyone to very special 。 When I went to the old pumpkin, I saw a Taiwanese couple in front of me I rushed forward thinking to ask if I could help drive the machine But then I opened my mouth and said if I could give it to a Taiwanese lady give me five hand so he stretched out his hand and threatened: No! It's embarrassing but the right way is that no one can rest assured Overall Naoshima was great but I must visit again

Yellow pumpkins in Naoshima Yayoi Kusama's famous yellow pumpkin sculpture is located near the Benesse Museum in Naoshima. After getting off the boat, I took a town bus and headed towards the Benesse Museum, and went to see it while changing buses to the Benesse Museum. Be careful not to change buses and go all the way to the museum. It's a bit of a walk, but if you have time, why not stop by? It's a must-see spot in Naoshima!! #domestictrip

#Travelwithme Yayoi Kusama's Pumpkin is a landmark of Naoshima. It was close to Benesse House where I stayed, so I went there many times at different times. The contrast between the sky and the pumpkin was beautiful and wonderful 🥰See the Artwork at Different Time＊1pic 14:57＊2pic 8:55＊3pic 14:55＊4pic 15:52＊5pic 21:06 📍 Spot information━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🎃Name: Pumpkin🗺Address: 761-3110 Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun, Kagawa Prefecture #Naoshima #NaoshimaArt #Art #Kagawa #YayoiKusama