The 10 Best Things to do in Naoshima-cho, Shikoku

April 23, 2022 Jasper Kershner

Discover the best top things to do in Naoshima-cho, Japan including Chichu Art Museum, Naoshima, Art House Project, Shikokukisen, Akakabocha, Naoshima Bath, Benesse House Museum, Lee Ufan Art Museun, Naoshima Pavillion, Ando Museum.
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1. Chichu Art Museum

3449-1, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun Kagawa Prefecture +81 87-892-3755 http://benesse-artsite.jp/art/chichu.html
Excellent
60%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 837 reviews

Chichu Art Museum

Reviewed By VLiuSyd - Sydney, Australia

Not many art works at this museum but the building/environment is an integral part of the experience. The best is this white room where 5 Monet paintings are displayed; you put on slippers to enter. Online ticketing system restrict number of people. Was there low season (December) so didn't need to book but show up and buy a ticket. Took me under 1 hour to enjoy the three exhibits, enjoy the architecture and have a drink at the cafe.

2. Naoshima

Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture http://www.town.naoshima.lg.jp/
Excellent
55%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 592 reviews

Naoshima

Reviewed By Rosco49 - Perth, Australia

Our time frame was too tight to stay any longer than the day visit. We found the islands transport system was very efficient & inexpensive. We chose to take the bus to the end of the line for a fee of 100 Yen, then the free shuttle thru to the end museum “Chichu Art Museum” then to walk back to the return bus & checking out the various art works along the way. Menu photo opportunities. Our schedule didn’t allow time to look at the many other attractions along the way. The arrive early & had a wonderful breakfast at Sparkie blended coffee. Very good price & delicious. A late lunch at Yuunagi cafe before leaving.

3. Art House Project

Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture +81 87-892-3223 http://benesse-artsite.jp/art/arthouse.html
Excellent
45%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 371 reviews

Art House Project

Reviewed By MarkGroenewold - Takamatsu, Japan

The Art House Project is really a great attraction for the island and highly recommended for anyone wanting to wander around a bit and simply enjoy art for art’s sake. No need to concern yourself with art critics who take themselves too seriously. This is refreshing, fun, varied, and a great treasure hunt. Don't let anyone steal your pleasure and tell you it isn't "art worthy". The Minamidera was so cool.... as an experience, and being "in the art", it is a must see, even if you have to wait a little to get inside. You won't forget it, or regret it.

4. Shikokukisen

2249-4 Naoshimacho Ichien Miyanoura Port, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture +81 87-892-2657 http://www.shikokukisen.com:/
Excellent
38%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 32 reviews

Shikokukisen

5. Akakabocha

Naoshimacho Ichien Miyanoura Port Ferry Terminal, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture http://setouchi-artfest.jp/artworks-artists.html
Excellent
42%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 140 reviews

Akakabocha

Reviewed By Rumples - Tucson, United States

This fiberglass red pumpkin welcomed us to Naoshima, the art island, as soon as our ferry from Uno entered Miyanoura Port. Placed at the water's edge, the 13-feet-high work by Japanese artist Yayaoi Kusama features her trademark polka dots. Big and black, some are actually holes that visitors can peer through from inside for a photo. Created in 2006, the interactive art piece has openings to enter and to exit and plenty of room in the empty interior. Children and adults seemed to be having much fun investigating the sculpture (touching permitted). I thought the scenes of the island when looking out provided good photo ops in addition to what are available from the exterior. Though the popular piece beckons immediately when leaving the ferry, those in a time crunch for catching a bus may want to wait to visit until their return. Akakabocha is one of two pumpkin sculptures by Kusama on the island. The other, Yellow Pumpkin, stands on an old wharf that extends from a sandy beach and faces the Benesse Hotel. That pumpkin is not an interactive creation.

6. Naoshima Bath

2252-2, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture +81 87-892-2626 http://benesse-artsite.jp/art/naoshimasento.html
Excellent
38%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 201 reviews

Naoshima Bath

Reviewed By 989chriss989

Scrupulously clean and fascinating art including huge elephant. English speaking assistant and helpful English signs make it all easy. A great way to break a busy day.

7. Benesse House Museum

Godanji, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture +81 87-892-3223 http://benesse-artsite.jp/art/benessehouse-museum.html
Excellent
45%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 423 reviews

Benesse House Museum

Reviewed By helenmiumiu - Hong Kong, China

This is the place that really exceed my expectation. The museum has nicely integrated into its environment, overlooking the Seto Inland Sea. It has various exhibits to draw your attention too. My favorite is the Yellow and Black Boats. The museum offers an extended viewing time for Benesse House hotel guests. Afterwards, remember to venture out to see the outdoor exhibits nearby the museum by the sea.

8. Lee Ufan Art Museun

1390 Azakuraura, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture +81 87-892-3754 http://benesse-artsite.jp/art/lee-ufan.html
Excellent
38%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
7%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 215 reviews

Lee Ufan Art Museun

Reviewed By ehles - Adelaide, Australia

Tadao Ando’s architecture and the setting of the museum provide a perfect context to enjoy Lee Ufan’s sculptures and art work. This a museum for contemplation - with beautifully conceived and deceptively restrained artworks. If you want a large quantity of art with immediate impact then Lee Ufan’s minimalism may not be for you. If you are prepared to be challenged and take the time to appreciate why Lee Ufan and Tadao Ando are internationally renowned then there is much to be discovered.

9. Naoshima Pavillion

3771 Naoshimacho Ichien Miyanoura, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture http://setouchi-artfest.jp/artworks-artists.html
Excellent
16%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 69 reviews

Naoshima Pavillion

Reviewed By Lraep - West Vancouver, Canada

This piece of Art is fairly close to the Ferry Pier. It's fun to pay a visit & take pictures inside and outside.

10. Ando Museum

736-2, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture +81 87-892-3754 [email protected] http://benesse-artsite.jp/art/ando-museum.html
Excellent
19%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
34%
Poor
15%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 176 reviews

Ando Museum

Reviewed By ALchao055

This museum is like a showroom to publish some of Ando's work on Naoshima and also in other part of Japan. The museum itself is converted from an ordinary old house on the island. It looks so "normal" from the outside, but there lots of surprise when you step in, because Ando turns it into an intersting space,like a maze. Amazing natural lighting in the museum, it is beautiful indeed.

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