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Cruise Ferry / Super Jet

From Hiroshima, Kure and Hatsukaichi Cities in Hiroshima Prefecture to Matsuyama in Ehime Prefecture. Step into four different destinations steeped in history and local food delights across the Seto Inland Sea with two vessels, the Cruise Ferry and Super Jet, connecting Hiroshima and Matsuyama Ports.

Hiroshima
Ehime
Ships

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Super convenient for getting to the Seto Inland Sea islands like Shodoshima and Naoshima!
It’s not just easy transportation—there’s also installation art on board to enjoy.
The artistic vibe of a Seto Inland Sea art trip starts from the very beginning.

Naoshima New Museum of Art

The Naoshima New Museum of Art, opened in 2025, marks a new chapter in the Benesse Art Site Naoshima project, an art initiative spanning more than 35 years across the islands of Naoshima, Teshima, and Inujima in the Seto Inland Sea.

Kagawa
Museums

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*Naoshima New Museum of Art · Designed by Tadao Ando*
The lines of the exposed concrete and the natural lighting are absolutely breathtaking.
The works inside are diverse, and each one feels like stepping into a different story.
On top of that, you can grab a meal at the museum restaurant while visiting. As long as the museum is open, the restaurant is open too, which is super convenient. (It doesn’t close randomly.)

Ritsurin Garden

Used as a villa by the Matsudaira clan of Takamatsu, Ritsurin Garden was completed nearly 300 years ago by successive generations of feudal lords who renovated it. While the sprawling strolling garden covers 16 hectares, the total area of this park, including Mount Shiun in the background, extends to an impressive 75 hectares!

Takamatsu
Parks & Gardens

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A beautiful garden. If you have time, you can make a reservation at Kafutei inside the garden, where they offer a kimono experience, including everything from the outfit to hair and makeup.

The Historical Remains of Takamatsu Castle (Tamamo Park)

Takamatsu-jo was the resident castle for 4 generations of the Ikoma and 11 successive generations of the Matsudaira feudal clans. It is also known by its nickname, Tamamo-jo. Built facing the Seto Inland Sea, it is counted as one of the three largest seaside castles in Japan.

Takamatsu
Tourist Attractions

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The garden is a great place for a walk.

Benesse House Museum Café

This café is located on the 2nd floor of the Benesse House Museum, a combination museum and hotel. Natural light shines through the wide open windows on the south and west sides, so you can relax and enjoy a light meal or a drink while looking out over the Seto Inland Sea.

Kagawa
Cafés

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A nice place to take a break after viewing the artwork.
On a nice day, it’s super relaxing to look out over the Seto Inland Sea.

Chichu Art Museum

Across Naoshima you’ll find art installations that blur the line between art and nature. The island is also home to Chichu Art Museum, a gallery designed by world renowned architect Tadao Ando.

Kagawa
Museums

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Chichu Art Museum, designed by Tadao Ando, truly made me feel the deep connection between the architecture and the artworks. It was beyond what I imagined. Every moment, changes in the weather and light affect how you experience the space.

My favorite was Monet’s Water Lilies. It reveals a unique kind of beauty in every different atmosphere.

When visiting, be sure to follow the rules and only take photos in designated areas. It’s a sign of respect for the artworks and for other visitors. The museum gift shop is also well worth browsing. Buying the Chinese guide turned out to be a wonderful keepsake that helped me gain a deeper understanding.

Umi-no-Eki (Marine Terminal) Naoshima

A Miyanoura Port Ferry Terminal “Umi-no-Eki Naoshima” in Naoshima. An innovative design typical of Naoshima, an island of art with a large roof covering most of the site including a café, waiting area and a tourist information office dotted under the roof in glass box-like structures.

Kagawa
Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

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While waiting for the ferry, you can grab a coffee and try Naoshima’s signature macaron dessert. You can also buy souvenirs here.

ANDO MUSEUM

The architect Tadao Ando reconstructed a 100-year-old wooden house here in the Honmura district of Naoshima. The exposed concrete of the building helps to breathe new life into the old wooden structure. The old house has been preserved and fused with aspects of modern architecture.

Kagawa
Museums

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If you like Tadao Ando’s architectural work, you’ll enjoy this place. The exposed concrete design gives the old house a renewed character, and it’s worth taking the time to appreciate the details.

Red Pumpkin

Naoshima off the coast of Kagawa Prefecture is the island of modern art, where prominent artists’ works are attracting world’s attention. When a ferry approaches Naoshima’s front gate, Miyanoura Port, the first thing that catches your eye is the Red Pumpkin by Yayoi Kusama.

Kagawa
Tourist Attractions

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Finally got to see what it really looks like.

Dogo Milk Cheesecake

Dogo Milk Cheesecake is a specialty cheesecake shop in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture. It serves cheesecakes inspired by the taste of milk enjoyed after a hot bath. The cheese is handmade fresh every day in the workshop attached to the shop.

Ehime
Sweets Shop & Desserts Shop

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The orange daifuku inside was tasty too, and pretty sweet.