Art House Project
InstallationShikoku(Kagawa)
Established: 1998Admission
¥1,050
Opening Hours
10:00-16:30
Series of abandoned houses on Naoshima transformed into art installations by renowned artists.
The Art House Project on Naoshima island transforms abandoned traditional houses and structures in the historic Honmura village into permanent art installations. Since 1998, artists including James Turrell, Tatsuo Miyajima, and Hiroshi Sugimoto have reimagined these vernacular buildings, creating intimate encounters between contemporary art and the rhythms of daily village life. Each house offers a unique, immersive artistic experience.
Highlights
James Turrell's "Backside of the Moon" at Minamidera; Tatsuo Miyajima's LED number installation at Kadoya; Hiroshi Sugimoto's "Appropriate Proportion" glass staircase at Go'o Shrine; Traditional architecture reimagined as art; Integration with living village community
Access
Ferry from Takamatsu Port to Naoshima Miyanoura Port (about 50 minutes), then bus to Honmura area. The houses are scattered through the village, walkable within 15-20 minutes.
Tips for Visitors
Minamidera (James Turrell) requires a timed ticket — get one first as slots fill quickly. The houses are closed on Mondays. A common ticket covers most houses except Kinza, which requires a separate reservation. Respect the village — this is a living community.