Naoshima
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Naoshima is a beautiful island in the Seto Inland Sea with a blending of nature, art, and architecture. Visitors can see the beauty of the Setouchi island archipelago blended with art attractions such as the Benesse House Museum, the Chichu Art Museum, and the Art House Project. This island is full of unique charm that can only be experienced here.
Set against the backdrop of the beautiful islands of Seto Inland Sea, the Setouchi Triennale international contemporary art festival is held once every three years.
Set against the backdrop of the beautiful islands of Seto Inland Sea, the Setouchi Triennale international contemporary art festival is held once every three years.
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Indoor and outdoor art tour of Tokyo, Chugoku and Shikoku ART × ISLANDSMore Information about Naoshima
Street address
- Naoshimacho, Kagawa-gun, Kagawa
Access
Route1
- [From Takamatsu Port]
Shikoku Kisen Ferry, Takamatsu - Naoshima (Miyanoura) route:
around 50-60 minutes
"Takamatsu" -> "Naoshima (Miyanoura)"
- [From Takamatsu Port]
Route2
- [From Uno Port]
Shikoku Kisen Ferry, Uno - Naoshima route: around 20 minutes
"Uno" -> "Naoshima (Miyanoura or Honmura)"
- [From Uno Port]
Opening Hours
- [Chichu Art Museum]
March 1 to September 30
10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
(Last admittance: 5:00 p.m.)
October 1 to last day of February
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
(Last admittance: 4:00 p.m.)
Closed
- [Chichu Art Museum] Mon.
*Open on national holidays and closed the next day
Best season
- All year
Point
- It is recommended that you check the museum's closure calendar as the exhibit maintenance schedule is irregular.
In addition, from August 2018, the Chichu Art Museum has adopted an online ticket reservation system. While you can purchase same-day tickets, a reservation is recommended as you may not be able to enter the museum if it is crowded.
update: Sep.3.2024
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