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Art Island Hopping

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Art Island Hopping

A 3-day private journey through Setouchi’s art islands, combining charter-boat travel, contemporary art, architecture and distinctive island stays.

3 days / 2 nights 2-10 guests English From JPY 250,000

Journey Summary

At a glance

Travel between Setouchi’s art islands by private charter boat, with curated visits to Naoshima, Inujima, Teshima and beyond. This 3-day journey combines contemporary art, architecture and island culture with two distinctive overnight stays. The route can be adjusted around museum opening days, sea conditions and your clients’ interests.

Duration 3 days / 2 nights Group 2-10 guests Language English From JPY 250,000

From JPY 250,000 per person based on 8 guests; up to JPY 600,000 per person based on 2 guests.

Sample Itinerary

This is a sample flow. We adjust timing, inclusions, and special access around your travelers.

Day 1

Naoshima & Inujima

Uno or Takamatsu Port → Naoshima: Chichu Art Museum & Art House Project → Inujima: Inujima Seirensho Art Museum → Naoshima overnight

Day 2

Teshima, Ogijima & Megijima

Naoshima → Teshima: Teshima Art Museum → Ogijima → Megijima → overnight on Megijima

Day 3

Shodoshima & Departure

Megijima → Shodoshima: flexible exploration of Shodoshima’s art and local food culture → Uno or Takamatsu Port

Highlights

  • Charter-boat island hopping
  • Naoshima contemporary art
  • Benesse House stay & after-hours museum access
  • Teshima & Inujima art
  • Shodoshima art and local culture

Journey Details

What makes this journey different Private charter-boat travel makes it possible to connect multiple Setouchi art islands without relying solely on public ferry schedules, creating a more flexible and seamless journey. Best for Art and architecture lovers, repeat visitors to Japan, premium FIT clients, couples and small private groups looking to travel beyond the Golden Route. Customization The route can be adapted to your clients’ interests, pace and arrival or departure points. Naoshima and Teshima can also be arranged as shorter journeys, while an Osaka-origin 3-day itinerary can be developed on request. Operational notes Museum opening days, accommodation and charter-boat routing are subject to availability and sea conditions. Final arrangements will be confirmed in your proposal.

What's Included

  • 2 nights accommodation
  • 2 breakfasts
  • 2 dinners
  • English-speaking guide for 2 days
  • Transportation and listed activities
  • Private charter-boat fee

What's Excluded

  • All lunches

Booking & Payment

From price: JPY 250,000

Final pricing and payment terms will be confirmed in your proposal before booking.

Step 1

Request availability

Share your preferred dates, party size and customization requests. No payment is required at this stage.

Step 2

Confirm your proposal

We confirm supplier availability, the final itinerary, pricing and payment terms.

Step 3

Secure the booking

Payment deadlines and balance dates will be clearly stated in your confirmed proposal.

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