Naoshima Private Tour

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Naoshima Art Tour with an Art Curator

Located in the northern region of the Seto Inland Sea, Naoshima (直島) is a paradise for contemporary art, architecture and nature lovers.

Three decades ago the small Japanese island of Naoshima was a fishing community in decline and in the late 1980s, the mayor thought that he wanted to change this island to a cultural place.

Benesse Corporation, a company of learning materials in Okayama, purchased a southern part of the island and famed Japanese architect Tadao Ando was put in charge to supervise the development and went to work over the next two decades designing a hotel complex and museums. The Benesse Art Site Naoshima.

Now art sneaks up on you all around the island – in hotels, galleries, bathhouse and the outdoors.

The nearby islands of Inujima and Teshima house continuations of the remarkable Benesse Art Site Naoshima project.

With an art expert explore highlights of the island, wandering through museums showcasing all kind of arts from local artists.

You can also cruise the islands on an exciting journey through the azure waters of the Seto-Naikai with champagne, delicious food and impeccable style in every detail!

The tour will take you to

  • Ando Museum
  • Art House Project
  • Benesse House
  • Chichu Art Museum
  • Lee Ufan Museum

Custom Tour

Depending on what you want to visit (temples, shops, museums, monuments, etc.) or participate in a cultural experience, we will build a personal tour plan just for you, in line with your interests, travel styles, schedule and other requirements, to ensure that your visit will be an unforgettable experience.

Contact us for a tailor-made visit.

Naoshima Private Tour

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- Upon Request

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Children – 6 – 14 years
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