Language copes

There are not many English speakers on Naoshima. Therefore recommended for English speaking visitors take the following precautions.

  • Travel with a Japanese speaker.
  • Ask travel agent to make reservation or hire an interpreter for you.
  • On inquiry... If you are a guest of Benesse House, you may make inquiries to Benesse House concierge.

Foreign currencies are not available

Currency exchange is unable in Naoshima. Credit cards are available at Benesse House, Chichu Art Museum, and Honmura Lounge&Archive.

GENERAL PUBLIC - If you wish to make reservation to stay in some accommodation, please contact the facilities directly since we are unable to assist you in booking accommodation. Some of them can correspond with you by E-mail, FAX.
If you have any further queries please contact below. It might takes time to respond you as we have to use translation software if need be.