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Quick facts
- Naoshima is home to the Chichu Art Museum, designed by Tadao Ando, which opened in 2004 and is entirely underground to harmonize with the landscape.
- The iconic yellow pumpkin sculpture by Yayoi Kusama on Naoshima's pier was installed in 1994 and has since become a symbol of the island's artistic identity.
- Naoshima's Benesse House Museum, which combines a hotel and art museum, was opened in 1992 and showcases contemporary art alongside works from the Benesse Collection.
- The island hosts the Setouchi Triennale, an art festival that takes place every three years, featuring over 100 artists and installations across multiple islands in the Seto Inland Sea.
- Naoshima is part of a group of islands known for their art installations, and it is connected to the neighboring islands of Teshima and Inujima by frequent ferry services.
Travel details
- Country
- Japan
- Wind (now)
- 7 km/h
- Coordinates
- 34.4597, 133.9956
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