This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan.
Tour Itinerary
- 09:03 Miyanoura Port Bus Stop [Meet]
- 09:06 Miyanoura Port Bus Stop
- by town bus
- 09:20 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
- 09:25 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
- on foot “Yellow Pumpkin” & OutdoorArtworks
- 10:00~11:00 Benesse House Museum
- on foot
- 11:15~12:00 Lee Ufan Museum & Valley Gallery
- on foot
- 12:30~13:55 Chichu Art Museum (including lunch)
- 14:10 Chichu Art Museum Bus Stop
- by Benesse shuttle bus
- 14:17 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
- 14:27 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
- by town bus
- 14:33 Nokyomae Bus Stop
- 14:40~15:50 Art House Project
- (Multi-Site Ticket is for five art houses, including "Kadoya", "Go'o Shrine", "Ishibashi","Gokaisho" and
- "Haisha")
- 15:56 Nokyomae Bus Stop
- by town bus
- 16:03 Miyanoura Port Bus Stop
- 16:05~16:30 Naoshima Passenger Boat Pier & Naoshima Sento I love 湯
- 16:30 Miyanoura Port [Say goodbye]
Tour Itinerary in Detail
The tour started at 09:03 at Miyanoura Port Bus Stop [Meet] and ended at 16:30. The day ran to 7 hours and 27 minutes from start to finish.
Over the course of the day the route took in Miyanoura Port Bus Stop at 09:06, Tsutsujiso Bus Stop at 09:20, Benesse House Museum at 10:00, Lee Ufan Museum & Valley Gallery at 11:15, Chichu Art Museum (including lunch) at 12:30, Chichu Art Museum Bus Stop at 14:10, Tsutsujiso Bus Stop at 14:17, Nokyomae Bus Stop at 14:33, Art House Project at 14:40, Nokyomae Bus Stop at 15:56, Miyanoura Port Bus Stop at 16:03 and Naoshima Passenger Boat Pier & Naoshima Sento I love 湯 at 16:05.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Miyanoura Port by bus (100JPY); Tsutsujiso by bus (100JPY); Nokyomae by bus (100JPY). Across 3 sections the fare came to 300JPY per person.
Title: What's a Private Walking Tour of Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were visitors from Europe. From the email exchange beforehand, I learned a little about their background, which made me slightly nervous at first, but they turned out to be friendly and easygoing, which was reassuring. During the prior email exchange, I was asked why the guests themselves could not handle museum reservations and payments, and what added value a guide provides. I explained these points while also consulting ChatGPT, and they were satisfied with the answers. When we actually met, they were a pleasant group, and since the weather was good, we ended up walking quite a lot; fortunately, they mentioned that they enjoy walking. They received my guiding warmly and kindly praised how well I had shown them around, which put me at ease.
A notable stop on the tour was Kyoto. Kyoto served as the capital of Japan for over a thousand years and is renowned for its numerous temples, shrines, traditional wooden townhouses, and beautifully preserved historic districts. The city is home to many UNESCO World Heritage Sites and remains one of the most popular destinations for visitors wishing to experience traditional Japanese culture, gardens, and seasonal scenery.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Bus | Miyanoura Port / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Tsutsujiso / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture | 100JPY |
| Section 2 | Bus | Tsutsujiso / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Nokyomae / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture | 100JPY |
| Section 3 | Bus | Nokyomae / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Miyanoura Port / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture | 100JPY |
| Total | 300JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this Kagawa tour start and finish?
The guide met the guests at Miyanoura Port Bus Stop [Meet] at 09:03, and the tour finished at Miyanoura Port [Say goodbye] at 16:30.
How long does the tour last?
About 7 hours and 27 minutes in total, from 09:03 to 16:30.
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Miyanoura Port Bus Stop, Tsutsujiso Bus Stop, Benesse House Museum, Lee Ufan Museum & Valley Gallery, Chichu Art Museum (including lunch), Chichu Art Museum Bus Stop, Tsutsujiso Bus Stop, Nokyomae Bus Stop, Art House Project, Nokyomae Bus Stop, Miyanoura Port Bus Stop and Naoshima Passenger Boat Pier & Naoshima Sento I love 湯.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 300JPY per person across 3 sections. Transport fares are paid by the guests and are not included in the guiding fee.
Is the guide licensed, and what language is the tour in?
Kaji is a government-licensed national guide-interpreter of Japan and guided this tour in English. Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.) works with more than 1,000 licensed guides across all 47 prefectures. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Can the itinerary be changed for my own trip?
Yes. This report describes one private tour as it actually ran. Every Kagawa itinerary is built around the guests, so the places, the pace and the starting point can all be changed before the tour.
Hello. My name is Hisao Kaji. I was born in 1945. I was raised in Takamatsu City from 3 years old. So, I have been living in Takamatsu for around 75 years. I believe I know Takamatsu City and the Kagawa prefecture area very well. If you come to Takamatsu, Kagawa I think you can enjoy your tour with me. I started a Government Licensed Guide in 2019. So, I have been a licensed guide for about 5 years. My favorite destinations are Naoshima, Teshima, Ritsurin Garden, the top of Mt. Yashima and so on. I always show you an itinerary about one month before your tour date, and I will accept any questions, other favorite places you want to visit. Communicating with you, I would like to accommodate your request for your tour. I always listen to NPR on the internet to know how the world is moving and improve my English. I like conversation based upon it with my life. I stayed in the USA for 8 months for a Power Systems Engineering Course conducted by General Electric in New York State when I was 28 years old. I sometimes talk about my memory of those days with the guests. I am very happy to guide tourists because I can see the guests become happy and enjoy themselves when I am guiding better. Nothing is more wonderful than that. I welcome your visit to Takamatsu City and Kagawa Prefecture. I believe you will have a pleasant time through my guide.
Apr 19, 2026
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Tripadvisor review: Naoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
A day to remember
Perfect day! Our tour guide, Kaji,
added so…
Apr 19, 2026
2Pippin2
Tripadvisor review: Naoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
A day to remember
Perfect day! Our tour guide, Kaji,
added so much valuable information and guidance. It was a rewarding experience and
one we will remember fondly.
Oct 23, 2025
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Calli_C
This was a great day tour…
Viator review: Naoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
This was a great day…
Oct 23, 2025
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Calli_C
This was a great day tour…
Viator review: Naoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
This was a great day tour to explore Naoshima. Our guide was very knowledgeable about
the area and provided additional history of the area where he grew up. He also was very
thoughtful and helped us figure out how to get to the island from Osaka.
Oct 12, 2025
Vanessa_A
Lovely day on Naoshima Island
Viator review: Naoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
It was great to relax and leave…
Oct 12, 2025
Vanessa_A
Lovely day on Naoshima Island
Viator review: Naoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
It was great to relax and leave the organising of our day on Naoshima to our very
experienced guide,Kaji. He speaks excellent English and tailored the day very well to our
needs. We had a lot of fun with him!
Jun 1, 2025
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Highly recommend the half…
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Highly recommend the half day tour and our wonderful guide, Hisao Kaji. He
accommodated our requests and was very knowledgeable with excellent English. Thank
you Hisao!