Takamatsu Kagawa, Japan Travel Guide
The Naoshima Town Bus serves as the main public transport system on the island. It connects the main areas where art sites are located. This bus has the most reliable and affordable public transport option for visitors. It provides access to most attractions, operating a loop route.
A separate Benesse Art Site Naoshima shuttle bus operates exclusively within the Benesse House area. This shuttle connects the Benesse House hotels (Museum, Oval, Park, Beach) to the Benesse House Museum, Lee Ufan Museum, and the Chichu Art Museum. This shuttle is mainly for guests staying at Benesse House. Other travelers may need to walk from the Tsutsujiso bus stop to reach some of these sites.
The Naoshima Town Bus offers affordable island transit.
Obtain a schedule and group attractions for efficiency. Arrive early at stops during peak times.
Naoshima Town Buses may not be fully wheelchair accessible. Contact tourist info for details.
Not recommended on Naoshima. Parking is limited.
Very limited or non-existent options.
Highly recommended. Available near Miyanoura Port.
Recommended for hills (¥1,500 - ¥2,500/day).
Naoshima suits both walking and cycling, presenting an intimate way to explore its art and scenery. Enjoy flexible travel and closer interaction on the island's unique atmosphere.
No dedicated hop-on-hop-off tour buses operate on Naoshima. The Naoshima Town Bus fulfills a like role.
Ferry connections to nearby art islands like Teshima and Inujima are available from Miyanoura Port.
Naoshima does not have cable cars, funiculars, or other unique local transport systems.
Naoshima has challenges for travelers with significant mobility needs on account of its hilly terrain and stairs at some art sites.
Contact museums directly in advance for accessibility details. Planning makes a difference.
