Naoshima Island 2 Days Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 2-day guided art journey from Kyoto or Shin-Osaka to Naoshima, Japan’s world-famous "Art Island." Traveling seamlessly by Shinkansen and scenic ferry, you will explore the island's stunning coastline on rental bicycles. Day one features Honmura’s captivating Art House Project and the Ando Museum. On day two, enjoy an included breakfast before exploring the iconic Benesse House Museum, the tranquil Valley Gallery showcasing Yayoi Kusama’s mesmerizing works, and the Lee Ufan Museum. With hassle-free transfers, expert guidance, and key admissions included, this is the ultimate modern art experience.
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Pickup Locations & Times
From Kyoto: 7:30 start From Osaka: 8:00 start Regarding the details of the hotel pick-up time, we will contact you later.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You can customize it as you like. If you have any requests please let us know in advance.
- If you want to change your schedule even on the tour day, your guide is always happy to help you.
- You can skip the spot where you don't go (※in this case we do not refund any fees) or change it with another place.
- If you add some new spots by your request, please pay the ticket fee on the spot. (Note that you may need to pay extra transportation fee)
- Please arrive at the meeting spot in time.
- Confirm that you can ride an electric bicycle.
- Make sure that the luggage is large enough to fit in a backpack or the front basket of the bicycle.
- Do not bring suitcases. It is impossible to carry large luggage to the hotel by bicycle.
- If it is difficult to move your bicycle due to inclement weather (heavy rain, strong winds, etc.), the town bus & on-site shuttle bus transportation may be used.
- Confirm that you can ride an electric bicycle.
- If you are not able to ride a bicycle, you can still participate in the bus transportation, but all participants will have the same means of transportation.
- We cannot offer both bicycle and bus transportation at the same time.
- There is only one bus route. It is not possible to travel around the island in both directions like a bicycle, which takes a lot of travel time.
- The ferry time is limited. You cannot extend the time.
Reviews(1)
Hi, Sachiko was a tremendous guide, and my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the trip from Osaka to Naoshima and back. Sachiko met us st our hotel, the Candeo, in Osaka. We would never have made it on our own as the was a subway, train and then two local trains before we arrived at the ferry terminal in Okayama. She was always calm and gracious and deftly ushered us through the trains, trams, museums and art sites around Naoshima. She also was very knowledgeable about the art sites and the various works of art snd the artists. Naoshima itself is stunning! The beautiful architecture of the various hotels and museums was stunning. The House project took older abandoned homes and made them into fascinating displays of art. The Seto Inland Sea is a work of art of Nature. The tranquil sea and its blue color are centered in many of the works of art around the island. We had a lovely two days with Sachiko, and this trip to Naoshima became the highlight of our trip. Lynette Berg Robe
