Naoshima

Naoshima is a small island with about 3300 inhabitants in the Seto Inland Sea in Kagawa prefecture, known for its picturesque view and collection of contemporary art galleries and exhibits. Blessed with nature, the coast of the island is a pleasant place for biking and walking. The Benesse Art Site Naoshima attempts to produce a new type of experience along with outstanding architecture within the embrace of the island’s allure and characteristic culture. A number of houses have been radically reformed in the Art House Project. Also, visitors can enjoy a wonderful classic Japanese Bunraku (puppet theater) on Naoshima.

[ Transportation ]

From Tokyo:
By air, 1hr. 10min. from Haneda to Takamatsu Airport, and 35min. by bus from the airport to Takamatsu station. Then take a ferry from the Takamatsu ferry terminal (close to the station) to Naoshima Island.
Or, 3hr. 20min. from Tokyo to Okayama station by JR Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen line, and then take a bus from the station to Uno Port, where you can take ferry to reach the island.

From Osaka:
40min. From Shin Osaka to Okayama Station by Shinkansen or 3hrs. 30min. from Kansai Airport to Takamatsu by limousine bus. Then, follow the same direction as from Tokyo.

September / 2010

Japan Travel Guide

Transportation

Naoshima