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Naoshima private tour by national licensed tourguide

Takamatsu, Japan 9h 5.0 · 20 reviews EN 191977P1
Private tour Free cancellation (24h) Mobile ticket Hotel pickup Adults 18–75
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Tour route
5 stops ~4 km
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Overview

★Friendly govenment official tour guide loved by many tourists over 10 years
★The popular tourist attractions such as Red Pumpkin, Yellow pumpkin,
Chichu Museum , Bennese House Museum, Naoshima New museum of Art ,Sugimoto gallarey, or art house project,etc (museum tickets are not included.) customize ok!

★You can start tour from early time (extra fee, 5000yen per hour will be charged.)

Pick up from Okayama is also available(extra pick up fee 12,000yen.)
Pick up from Naoshima is free.

We are not responsible for any injury or accident during the tour. Please purchase your own travel insurance.

★★Teshima or Takamatsu tour is also available.

★Reviews from clients★

We just came back from our day with Emi, and what a day it was. Emi was both knowledgeable and friendly, very flexible to accommodate all our requests and went out of her way to make our day memorable one. Time flew and when we had to say goodbye we felt sorry we couldn’t ask Emi to join us for the next two days Japan.

Tour at a glance

Duration
9h
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Tour type
Private tour
up to 6 travellers per booking
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Languages
EN
live guide
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Pickup
Hotel pickup
or meet at the start point
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Operates
Every day
Starts 08:30, 09:30
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Confirmation
Within 48 hours
supplier confirms availability
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Cancellation
Free up to 24h before
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Traveller ages
Adults 18–75
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Rating
5.0 / 5
20 verified reviews
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Ticket
Mobile ticket
show it on your phone
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What's included

  • English speaking tour guide

Not included

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Museum tickets
  • travel insurance

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Chichu Art Museum

    Splendid Chichu museum located under the mountain built by Ando Tadao. You can enjoy the famous works of Monet, Walter de Maria, James Turrell.

    1h Admission not included
  2. 2
    Benesse House Museum

    You can enjoy bennese house museum which is the first museum in Naoshima.

    45 min Admission not included
  3. 3
    Yellow Pumpkin

    You can enjoy Yellow pumpkin by Yayoi Kusama

    Pass by (no stop) Admission free
  4. 4
    Art House Project

    You can enjoy the Art house museum project and stroll old village area( alternative: Valley gallery or Naoshima museum of Art)

    30 min Admission not included
  5. 5
    Akakabocha

    Red pumpkin by Yayoi Kusama

    10 min Admission free

Meeting & pickup

Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.

The lobby at JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu (not clement inn!)

Schedule

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 08:30, 09:30

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveller reviews

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Hinemoa Sep 2026 · Tripadvisor
Definitely worthwhile

Emi was delightful. She was a font of knowledge and shared interesting tidbits of information. Despite thunderstorm and torrential downpour we managed to see all we had wanted to see, moving seamlessly around the galleries

Linda_B Jun 2026 · Viator
Wonderful tour with Emi

We had a wonderful tour to Naoshima Island with Emi. She was a fabulous tour guide, friendly and knowledgeable. She knew exactly where to be and when to make boarding the ferry and buses quick and easy for us. She was so helpful giving us tips and information for the rest of our stay in Takamatsu, she even gave us a map she had drawn herself with places she recommended for us to see and where to eat. She has a bright and bubbly personality, we thoroughly enjoyed our day with her and would highly recommend her tour.

T245NGmaryo Jun 2026 · Tripadvisor
An unforgettable day tour to Naoshima

We booked a tour to Naoshima Island with Emi, a licensed tour guide in Takamatsu. It was a wonderful and informative experience. Emi was friendly, knowledgeable and very professional. She planned a wonderful tour where every step was timed brilliantly to pack in as much as possible - but without rushing. She brought us to the Chichu Art Museum, the Benesse House Museum and then we explored the Art Project houses in Honmura. Emi also has a great sense of humour so we had an enjoyable day. She is one of the best tour guides I have ever met and I would heartily recommend her.

Deborah_M Jun 2026 · Viator
Emi - wonderful guide

Naoshima is a beautiful island and to fully appreciate it we felt a guide was the best idea. Luckily EMI was our angel guide, she met us at UNO port and we didn’t look back. She was the most friendly articulate person with such a lovely disposition, her knowledge and appreciation of the island, the buildings and the art work was exceptional. I would highly recommend her services to make the most the the experience.

Helen_A May 2026 · Viator
Guided Day trip to Naoshima

We had a great day on Naoshima with Emi (despite the rain)! Emi is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. She tailored the day to our wishes and abilities. Don’t miss the Art House Project Ishibashi!

Florence_H Dec 2025 · Viator
Emi was very friendly and...

Emi was very friendly and we got to know eachother through our shared love of anime and music. She came to meet us at our hotel in the morning and took us to the ferry to the Naoshima island. We were able to explore 3 art museums and had lunch at the Chichu museum. She planned out the most efficient route for us for the day, so we could see as much as possible. I highly recommend booking Emi to be your tour guide!

X2019DQmichaeld Nov 2025 · Tripadvisor
Highly enjoyable day tour to Naoshima

We had a wonderful experience in Naoshima, departing from Takamatsu: Emi was an outstanding guide with excellent English skills who had already contacted us to know our preferences before the tour. Her knowledge about Naoshima, the museums and the artworks was impressive, and her warm and kind personality made the day even more enjoyable.

MariaVincenza_S Nov 2025 · Viator
Excellent Guide

Emi is a great guide. It would have been impossible for us to see as much as we did without her. Incredibly knowledgable and knows all the short cuts and how to maximize the experience. Absolutely worth it!

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Frequently asked questions

How long does this experience last?

It lasts 9h.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.

Can I cancel for free?

Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.

Which languages is the guide available in?

Guide languages: EN

On which days does it run?

It runs Every day. Starts 08:30, 09:30

How fast is the booking confirmed?

Within 48 hours, once the supplier confirms.

Is this a private tour?

Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.

Where do I complete the booking?

On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.

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