[2025 Naoshima Attraction] Travel Guide for Lee Ufan Museum (Updated Mar)

#小岛 #Shikoku #Naoshima Naoshima, located in the Seto Inland Sea of ​​Japan, is a charming island that combines modern art and natural beauty. It’s home to world-renowned art museums and installations, as well as tranquil beaches and traditional Japanese villages. Whether you are an art lover or a nature lover, Naoshima has something for you. One of Naoshima's most famous attractions is the Chichu Museum of Art, designed by Tadao Ando, ​​which showcases works by Claude Monet, James Turrell and Walter de Maria. The design of the museum makes full use of natural light, allowing the artwork to present different aesthetics at different times. In addition, Naoshima also has Yayoi Kusama’s pumpkin sculptures and the Lee Ufan Museum of Art, which are art attractions not to be missed. Art installations can be found everywhere on the island, allowing you to feel the artistic atmosphere at any time while exploring the island. In addition to art, Naoshima’s natural landscape is equally stunning. You can relax on the island's beaches and enjoy the sun and sea breeze. Or, stroll the island’s trails, explore traditional Japanese villages and get a feel for the local lifestyle. Getting to Naoshima from Takamatsu is very easy. You can take a ferry or high-speed boat from Shikoku Kisen from Takamatsu Port to Miyaura Port on Naoshima. The ferry journey takes about 50 minutes, while the high-speed boat only takes 30 minutes. There are multiple departures every day, allowing you to flexibly arrange your itinerary.

As a famous Korean artist, Lee Ufan's works show a unique artistic style with simple lines, pure colors and original materials. The space design of the art gallery is simple and elegant, which complements the works. Here, there are no excessive decorations or complicated elements, only a dialogue between art and the soul. Walking in the exhibition hall, you will be attracted by the simple pillars and rustic stones, which seem to be telling the mysteries of points, lines and surfaces. 💞Recommendation reason: From the "Pillar Square" at the entrance to the various paintings and sculptures in the museum, every work can make you feel the power and beauty of minimalism💪 📍Address: Lee Ufan Museum, Japan, 〒761-3110 Kagawa, Kagawa District, Naoshima, 字仓浦１３９０ 🕰️Business hours: March 1 - September 30 (10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.) October 1 - last day of February (10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) #Global Travel #Seto Inland Sea #Japanese Attractions #Naoshima #Art

#January travel support event #February travel support event 📍Lee Ufan Museum I also visited the Lee Ufan Museum, which Koreans cannot miss. ✔️ Admission fee: 1050 yen Since it is a paid museum, there were not many visitors. I actually saw the works of Lee Ufan, who is famous for his dots, and I was guided by the museum staff to view each exhibition hall in various ways. There are also outdoor works, so you can enjoy the museum without having to go inside the museum.

It features works by artist Lee Ufan. Designed by Tadao Ando, it hasn't been open for long. The garden and outdoor spaces are beautiful. The interior is somewhat disappointing. Unless you are a fan of Lee Ufan, it might not be worth buying a ticket to visit. Even as a fan of Lee Ufan, I found it slightly disappointing.

Naoshima is the first stop on our island-hopping journey from Takamatsu, known for its famous Yayoi Kusama pumpkin and numerous art museums. Here's a detailed itinerary: 1️⃣ 8:12-9:02 Takamatsu to Naoshima (990 yen round trip, purchase tickets in advance at the automatic ticket machine next to the slow ferry ticket window, queue up after buying, and enjoy breakfast at the observation seats on the second floor). 2️⃣ 9:10 [Red Pumpkin] You can see Yayoi Kusama's Red Pumpkin as soon as you disembark at the pier. 3️⃣ 9:20 Rent an electric bicycle (we pre-booked at a nearby bicycle shop on Google Maps, and got the bike quickly). 4️⃣ 10:15 [Chichu Art Museum] (book your time on the official website in advance, arrive five minutes early, ticket price 2100 yen). No photography is allowed inside, but you can take photos outside, perfect for an immersive experience. 5️⃣ 12:00 [Time Corridor] (book in advance on the official website, ticket price 1500 yen). Hiroshi Sugimoto's Time Corridor is not only an art exhibition hall but also has a restaurant next door where you can rest, have tea, and enjoy snacks included in the ticket. 6️⃣ 13:00 [Yellow Pumpkin] Located by the sea at the entrance of the Time Corridor. 7️⃣ 13:15 [Seaside Shrine] There is a beautiful seaside shrine near the entrance of the Time Corridor and Yellow Pumpkin! 8️⃣ 13:30 [Chuo Cafe] After leaving the Time Corridor, head north to Chuo Cafe for a meal. The rural Japanese setting instantly transports you into an anime! We ordered curry omelet rice and a small cake, which were delicious! (Open 11:30-15:00, 17:30-21:00, closed on Tuesdays). 9️⃣ 14:30 Ride back to the port. It's particularly sunny at this time, so consider staying indoors at another cafe or visiting a museum. 🔟 17:00 Slow ferry back to Takamatsu. *Naoshima has many museums; due to the intense sun, we chose a few to visit, but there are others worth seeing: Ando Museum (520 yen), Lee Ufan Museum (1050 yen, many outdoor installations), Benesse House (1300 yen, hotel and museum). #TakamatsuJapan #SetoInlandSea #Naoshima #NaoshimaPumpkin #NaoshimaDayTrip #TakamatsuIslandHopping #ChichuArtMuseum #HiroshiSugimotoTimeCorridor #YayoiKusamaPumpkin #TakamatsuGuide #JapanTakamatsuGuide #JapanSummer #JapanSeaView #JapanTravelGuide

📍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 went to the art island of Naoshima on a trip to Kagawa! ✨ There are several contemporary art museums on the island, and art pieces are scattered throughout public spaces♪ You can enjoy art while touring the island☻ This time, I've put together 7 spots that I actually enjoyed visiting🥰♪ ① #Naoshima public bath ② #Yellow pumpkin Yayoi Kusama ③ #Red pumpkin Yayoi Kusama ④ #Chichu Art Museum ⑤ #Benesse House ⑥ #Naoshima Pavilion ⑦ #Lee Ufan Museum I hope this will be helpful for your island trips in Japan✨ #Naoshima #Kagawa #Island Trip

After visiting the Dichu Art Museum, you can stop by the Lee Woo-hwan Art Gallery, which is a joint collaboration between Lee Woo-hwan and architect Tadao Ando. The art gallery blends with the nearby nature, giving people a sense of peace and tranquility. The artworks outside the art gallery are worth checking in ❤️ 📍Kuraura 1390, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun, Kagawa Prefecture Ticket price: 1050 yen (free for children under 15) Closed every Monday #Lee Woo-hwan Art Gallery #Naoshima #Takamatsu Attractions #takamatsutravel #takamatsu

Address: Japan, 761-3110 Kagawa, Kagawa District, Naoshima Getting there: You can take the free shuttle bus from Tsutsujiso bus stop to the Lee Ufan Museum. Highlights: The museum building was designed by the Japanese architect Ando Tadao, who also designed the other museums on the island, namely the nearby Benesse House and Chichu Art Museum. Just like his other works on the island, the Lee Ufan Museum building mixes geometrically shaped reinforced concrete with nature and open spaces that accentuate the artwork displayed within. On display are large installations made of stone, concrete and huge slabs of iron, as well as a number of paintings from earlier in his career. 😬 Opening hours: 10am to 6pm daily, closed on Monday Admission fee: 1050yen #bucketlistreboot #traveljapan #culturewalk