Naoshima

Naoshima is a small island in the Seto inland sea, an hour’s ferry ride from Takamatsu, where I am staying for a few days. It is known for its displays of modern art, in its museums, and many displayed outside, permanently, such as this cat and turtle piece. (Karen Appel, Dutch painter and sculptor.) While not a big fan of modern art, I did enjoy many of the displays. Plus, it was a lovely and warm day to stroll around the island.

A few photos may be helpful.

A giant red pumpkin and hundreds of stainless steel balls floating around in a pond.

This is entitled, “Tourist standing next to art.”

This is an oculus – an eye to the sky. From one angle, it looks like the moon.

I enjoyed sitting on the ferry deck as we traveled on the water. So many reminders of jumping on ferries in Seattle to head over to the Olympic peninsula. Below is the Takamatsu skyline from at sea.

And then, there’s the return in the lovely evening sunset.