….. 1. Miyanoura Port & Red Pumpkin · 30 minutes
Begin the day at Naoshima's main gateway, where Yayoi Kusama's iconic Red Pumpkin and the striking glass ferry terminal set the tone for the island's fusion of art and everyday life.

….. Commute · 15 minutes

….. 2. Honmura Art House Project · 75 minutes
Wander through a traditional fishing village where empty homes, temples, and even a dentist's office have been transformed into contemporary art installations, blending old Japan with radical creativity.
….. Commute · 20 minutes

….. 3. Benesse House Museum · 60 minutes
Explore Tadao Ando's landmark museum-hotel hybrid, perched on a hillside above the Seto Inland Sea, where each gallery space was designed in direct dialogue with the art it holds.

Lunch · 60 minutes
Enjoy a relaxed meal recommended by your guide, with island views and a chance to unwind before the afternoon's museums.

….. 4. Lee Ufan Museum · 45 minutes
Step into a minimalist space built into the hillside, where stone, steel, and quiet space are used to explore themes of encounter and stillness.
….. Commute · 15 minutes

….. 5. Chichu Art Museum · 90 minutes
Descend into a museum built almost entirely underground, designed to change with the movement of natural light, and home to Monet, James Turrell, and Walter De Maria installations.
….. Commute · 20 minutes

….. 6. Miyanoura Souvenir Stop & Ferry Return · 45 minutes
Browse local shops for a souvenir with a story attached before returning your bicycles and boarding the ferry back to the mainland.

The remaining time, if any, accounts for commuting between locations, transitions, regrouping, and settling into each segment, which naturally expand the overall duration.

✔ Dedicated, multilingual, professional local tour guide’s time and expertise (for 8 hours), along with their personal expenses.

✔ All Entrance Fees: All entrance fees for the listed attractions are fully included in the tour, ensuring a seamless and worry-free experience for our guests.

✔ Stovenirs: A unique souvenir for each guest on the tour (see section below).

✔ Customizable Itinerary: Flexibility to tailor the tour according to your preferences and interests.

✔ Personal Support: If customers who book contact us with any questions about their Japan trip, we will respond promptly.

✔ No tips are expected, so you can simply enjoy your experience without any extra considerations. If you feel appreciative toward your guide, offering to cover their meal during the tour is warmly appreciated, though you are absolutely not required to do so.

✖ Meal Costs: Participants are responsible for their own meals (e.g., lunch).

✖ Transportation Costs: Participants handle their own transportation costs (public or private).

Note: For those who booked the 'Luxury Wand' asset, everything mentioned above is fully covered, including private transportation.

More about the 'Luxury Wand' here.

Stovenirs = Souvenirs + Stories.

贈り物の背後には、心のこもった物語が広がっています。

(Okurimono no haigo ni wa, kokoro no komotta monogatari ga hirogatteimasu.)

Translation: "Behind every gift, there is an heartfelt story unfolding."

For direct bookings made through our website, every guest will receive a special "stovenir" during the tour—a thoughtfully chosen souvenir accompanied by a captivating story about Japan, shared by your guide.

These stovenirs are designed to enrich your experience, making your tour not just memorable but deeply meaningful.

1. Confirmation Email: You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of booking.

2. Resources: We will email you "Preparing for Your Japan Trip" and "Japan Secrets" digital guides to help you make the most of your experience.

3. Personalized Contact: Your guides will reach out to you three times (via email or Whatsapp):

a… 2-4 weeks before your tour.

b… again the day before your tour with them.

c… and finally at the meeting point on the day of the tour.

4. Support: We will follow up with you to ensure everything is going smoothly and offer support if any issues arise.