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Take a ferry to nearby Teshima Island and visit the Teshima Art Museum, an architectural marvel designed by Ryue Nishizawa and featuring a water installation by artist Rei Naito. Afterward, explore the Teshima Yokoo House, a traditional Japanese home turned art installation by artist Tadanori Yokoo.

For lunch, visit Shima Kitchen, a charming restaurant that serves locally sourced ingredients and has a beautiful view of the ocean. After lunch, visit the Les Archives du Coeur, a sound installation by artist Christian Boltanski that features over 4,000 recorded heartbeats.

Return to Naoshima Island and enjoy a traditional Japanese dinner at Miyanoura Gallery 6, an intimate restaurant that also serves as an art gallery.

Visit the Art House Project, a collection of abandoned homes turned into art installations by various artists. The project features works such as Kadoya by Tatsuo Miyajima and Minamidera by James Turrell.

For lunch, try the udon noodles at Udon Honjin Yamadaya, a popular spot among locals. After lunch, visit the Lee Ufan Museum, which features the works of minimalist artist Lee Ufan.

Enjoy a relaxing dinner at Bennesse House's Issen, a Michelin-starred restaurant that specializes in Japanese kaiseki cuisine.

Take a bike ride around the island and visit the Ando Museum, which showcases the designs of architect Tadao Ando, who was heavily involved in the development of Naoshima Island. Afterwards, visit the Art House Project's Haisha, an art installation that features a series of photographs by Hiroshi Sugimoto.

For lunch, try the seafood at Okonomiyaki Kadoya, a cozy restaurant located in Honmura. After lunch, visit the Hiroshi Senju Museum, which features the works of Japanese painter Hiroshi Senju.

For dinner, head to the restaurant at the Benesse House Oval, which offers a fusion of Japanese and Western cuisine in a stunning oval-shaped building.

Take a morning stroll through the traditional village of Honmura and visit the Honmura Lounge and Archive, a museum that features a collection of photographs and documents about the history of Naoshima Island. Afterwards, visit the Art House Project's Go'o Shrine, an art installation by artist Hiroshi Sugimoto that features a mirrored torii gate.

For lunch, try the Japanese-style curry at Cafe Konishi, a cozy cafe located in Honmura. After lunch, visit the Naoshima Bath "I " (I Love Yu), a public bathhouse that features artwork by Shinro Ohtake.

Head to the beach near the Benesse House Museum and enjoy a relaxed dinner at the Beachside Cafe, which offers a variety of light dishes and drinks.