Naoshima Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Kagawa district, Kagawa prefecture, Japan
About Naoshima
Naoshima is famous for its contemporary art museums as well as outdoor contemporary art installations throughout the island. It has a population of approximately 3,000 people. Avoid visiting the island on Mondays, as most of the museums will be closed. The first settlement on the island was at the now-diminutive fishing port of Tsumuura on the southeastern tip of the island. The most prominent settlement on the island was Honmura which was established as a coastal castle town during the warring states period (1467–1568). The main industry is a smelter and refinery operated by Mitsubishi Materials. The local tourist association has abilingual guide site.
Top Attractions in Naoshima
Explore the best things to see and do in Naoshima:
- ★Ando Museum
- ★Art House Project
- ★Benesse House Museum
- ★Chichu Art Museum
- ★Gokaisho
- ★Go'o Shrine
- ★Gotanji Swimming Beach
- ★Haisha
Where to Stay in Naoshima
- 🏨Benesse House
- 🏨Cin.na.mon Curry Cafe & Guesthouse
- 🏨Dormitory Kowloon
- 🏨Guesthouse & Okonomiyaki Umikko
- 🏨Guest House Roji to Akari
- 🏨Little Plum Cafe & Guesthouse
Naoshima Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: