Naoshima, an island in the Seto Inland Sea, is well known as one of the main venues of the Setouchi Triennale, held every three years. The entire island is filled with contemporary art, including museums, the Art House Project that utilizes traditional homes, and outdoor installations. Enjoy the unique fusion of tranquil Seto scenery and modern artworks, guided by a knowledgeable tour guide.

≪Chichu Art Museum≫
Most of the buildings are buried underground so as not to damage the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea, and works by Claude Monet, James Turrell, and Walter De Maria are permanently installed in a building designed by Tadao Ando. Although it is built underground, natural light shines in, and the expression of the art work and space changes moment by moment throughout the day and throughout the four seasons. This museum was created by the artist and architect colliding ideas with each other, and the entire building can be said to be a huge site-specific work.

≪Benesse House Museum≫
Based on the concept of “symbiosis between nature, architecture, and art,” it opened in 1992 as a facility integrating an art museum and a hotel. Built on a hill overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, the building has a structure that brings the island's nature into the interior through a large opening, and was designed by Tadao Ando. In addition to exhibiting works from the collection, such as paintings, sculptures, photographs, and installations, site-specific works created by artists for the location are permanently installed. Together with site-specific works scattered inside and outside the museum, such as works facing Naoshima's nature or inspired by architecture, we have created a rare place where nature, art, and architecture are fused.

≪Art House project≫
The Art house project is a project developed in the Naoshima/Honmura area. The scattered vacant houses have been renovated, and artists have created works on the space itself while incorporating time and memories from when people lived there. The works scattered around the area will be appreciated while strolling through Honmura, where people still live today. Another characteristic of this project is that various episodes have been created through encounters between visitors and residents that unfold in the living area. This organic initiative, which was an opportunity to propose a new form of community born as cities and regions, young people and the elderly, residents and visitors interact, continues to evolve while changing day by day.

≪Price (Per Group)≫
Prices vary depending on the number of participants:
2 people: ¥186,000 (¥93,000 per person)
3 people: ¥249,000 (¥83,000 per person)
4 people: ¥296,000 (¥74,000 per person)
5 people: ¥335,000 (¥67,000 per person)
6 people: ¥348,000 (¥58,000 per person)
7 people: ¥364,000 (¥52,000 per person)
8 people: ¥376,000 (¥47,000 per person)

※Booking Deadline: Two weeks before the tour date
This is a request-based tour. A confirmation email will be sent once your reservation is finalized.
Full payment is required at the time of the booking request. If the reservation is not confirmed, a full refund will be issued.

≪Precautions≫
・Tour order and tour time may be shortened depending on facility congestion and reservation status.

・Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions such as allergies. We will not be able to accommodate requests made on the day of the tour.

≪Tour Operator Information≫
Company Name: Ryobi Tours Co., Ltd.
Address: 7th Floor, Ryobi Building, 6-1 Nishikimachi, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama 700-0902, Japan
Licensed by the Japan Tourism Agency: Registered Travel Agency No. 163
Email: inbound@ryobi-tours.jp
Phone: +81-86-201-2077 (Weekdays 10:00–18:00 Japan Time)

≪Tour Information≫

Departure point: Okayama 

Travel days: 1 day

Means of transportation: Car type varies depending on the number of participants: 2 persons/taxi, 3 or more persons/jumbo cab

Bus company name: Okayama Kotsu Co.

Minimum number of participants: 2
Maximum number of participants: 8

Meals: 1 lunch

National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter(English): 1

≪How to participate≫

Please present the voucher sent to you by e-mail to the staff on the day of the tour.

≪Guidelines≫ 

・Please come to the meeting place 10 minutes before the departure time.

・Please note that crowding is expected on weekends, holidays, and event days.

The schedule is subject to change without notice.

・The tour will be conducted by car, so there may be a delay in arrival time due to traffic conditions. Please note that the tour schedule is subject to change without prior notice.

・No refunds will be made for no-shows.

・In case of inclement weather, a decision will be made at 12:00 local time one day prior to the tour date whether or not the tour will take place. If the tour is cancelled, you will be notified by e-mail. （In the event of cancellation, you will be notified by email (full refund will be given).

・In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.

・It is required by law that seatbelts be fastened while the vehicles is in motion.

・Smoking is not permitted on the vehicles.

・Please take responsibility for your own valuables.

Note: These guidelines are for your safety and enjoyment. Thank you for your cooperation.

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