If you’re adding the art island of Naoshima to your Japan plans and want to make the most of your time, you will want to read this. It lists all the exhibits and their opening times – and, most importantly, explains how to get around the island, as getting this wrong can waste a lot of time. Read on to visit Naoshima like an expert.
Hiroshima & Western Japan
Your guide to the best things to do, the best places to stay and how to get around in Hiroshima and other popular areas in Western Japan – like Miyajima, Okayama, Kurashiki, Okunoshima (Bunny Island) and Naoshima.
What’s It Like to Visit Japan’s Bunny Island?
Spoiler alert – the answer is adorable, if a little snotty in places. Despite that, if you love rabbits, it’s not to be missed. So, here’s what you need to know if you want to visit.
A Day Trip to Setoda – and the Amazing Kosanji Temple
Located on an island south of Mihara in Hiroshima Prefecture, Setoda is home to one of the most ornate temples I’ve ever seen in Japan. Check out the pictures, and once you’ve picked your jaw off the floor, find out how to visit it here.