【保存版】瀬戸芸 夏会期 完全ガイド | 瀬戸内国際芸術祭２０２５

【保存版】瀬戸芸 夏会期 完全ガイド | 瀬戸内国際芸術祭２０２５

Touring contemporary art from around the world. We’re currently on a journey to see contemporary art from around the world. This time, we’re going to the Setouchi International Art Festival. Good morning. Today marks the start of our Setouchi Game nostalgia. Today, we’re taking the ferry from Uno Port to Teshima. I missed the ferry to Teshima, so I’m heading to the expressway station. Since I had some time before my challenge, I went to Kanauchi’s Tower, which I’d also visited at Haruka Station. It was completely booked from the morning. Apparently, there’s a limit on the number of people allowed on the expressway to Teshima, so I hurried back to the station. From Uno Port, I bought a ticket from Teshima to the airport. It cost 1,050 yen . The ferry departed at 8:40, but even on a weekday, there was a long line 30 minutes early. We arrived at Teshima about 40 minutes after departure. As soon as we got off the Perry, they were handing out Teshima guidebooks for Setouchi Game. First-time visitors can easily explore the area. This time, we’ll rent a bicycle here to tour the art. Rental bicycles fill up quickly, so it’s recommended to make a reservation in advance. A one-day rental costs 2,000 yen. They carefully explained how to use the bike and how to explore the art. This is a popular Instagram spot. The weather was great, so it looked amazing. Wow, what an amazing art tour! I grabbed my bike and headed out for a ride. I’m heading to my first destination, the artwork in the Koun area. The Takaame area is about 6 km from the airport. This time, I’ll be touring Teshima clockwise from the airport. The entire loop is about 12 km, and by bicycle, it can be completed in under two hours. It’s quite a steep climb, but since it’s an electric bike, it’s not too difficult. It’s about a 20-minute bike ride from the sky to the Takahama area. There are three artworks in this area. First, I’ll go see the two artworks at Takahama Beach. You can see a small island from the shore. The ocean is calm and incredibly beautiful. I park my bike in the bike parking lot and head to the first artwork. It’s a place for people dreaming of the sea, by Heather Beatz and Sari Ta . This artwork is also featured on the cover of the official guidebook. It was created as a place to sit and contemplate while facing the sea. The next piece is a new work from the neighboring station. It goes beyond Rinshiron’s work and is a prayer. The children’s chests display the distance from Teshima to a certain country’s capital, and on their backs are inscribed the country’s well, history, and legal theory. This piece is actually a statue of children from around the world, crafted on the island, returning to the Seto Inland Sea for the first time in nine years. The statues of many children pray for world peace from Dejima. The next piece is a five-minute walk from Habe. There’s also a bicycle parking lot nearby. This piece is a memory of Chiharu Shioda’s work. Shioda’s work also appeared in a video for the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale held in Niigata Prefecture. This time, the house is woven with a red hue into the space. The red thread symbolizes connections between people, linking the past, present , and future. The house is equipped with a mask-making machine that was used on Teshima . It is said that this machine uses items that local residents gave to us as treasured items they no longer needed but couldn’t throw away. The artwork ties together tools used in the past , people’s lives, and memories with light thread , creating a message that carries on into the future. Next, we head to the artwork in the Ieura area. It’s about 3km from the Taka area to the Ieura school . After a 15-minute bike ride, we arrive at Yokonori’s Teshima Trip. This is my fourth trip to Teshima . Having seen the artwork, I headed toward Kato. I had planned to have lunch behind the house, but most of the shops were closed today. Thinking that, I gave up and drove on, but I saw a very stylish shop that definitely wasn’t there three years ago, so I decided to stop by . This is Teshima Factory in Ieura. Teshima Factory is a cafe that combines a food lab that processes Teshima ingredients with a beer brewery. The menu is as follows. They also sell curry, sandwiches, and of course, beer . The interior of the shop was originally some kind of factory, and it was very spacious, with art objects on display . This beautiful, round object appears to have been made from collected trash. This is a Teshima artwork. This time, I ordered a shiso cider. It was a perfect break from the summer heat. On the Teshima Factory grounds, you’ll find Yokota Noriyuki’s Mika scaffolding. Apparently, you can also interact with this piece using Ginza merchandise. It’s on display until August 24th. The next piece is on the way back to the airport. The island suddenly opens up into a seascape, making cycling around the area incredibly enjoyable. While riding along the coast, I came across the 2019 piece Umi to Ta. It’s hard to see in the video, but all the white objects embedded in the wall are seashells. As I passed Umi to Ta, I saw a blue sign. I parked my bike at the cycling area and walked up the hill. This piece, Aoki’s Sky Particles, is made by joining together circular pieces of rusted iron, creating the illusion of particles floating in the sky. This place was once a bustling community center. This piece, blending with the sound of gushing water, expresses a desire to restore the area to its former vitality. Now , I’m starting to get hungry, so I’ll have lunch. After parking my bike at Shurin and climbing a little, I saw a sign. The venue for this lunch was also one of Seto Game’s creations, erected by Abe. While reservations are generally required to dine at this island kitchen, it seems walk-ins are welcome if you dine outside at the illuminated seats. It’s hot in the summer, though. See the menu here. Without a reservation, the only meal option is this Kima Curry. I arrived at the terrace at the back of the restaurant. The Comica that used to be Akiya was reclaimed , creating a terrace surrounded by a large roof. A large tree is planted in the center. Shima’s monthly birthday party is also held here, and they also hold wonderful events where you can celebrate with the islanders. While I was lying under the roof, my Kima Curry arrived . It was 1,000 yen. Apparently, this Kima Curry is a signature dish from Shima Kitchen, created in collaboration with Teshima’s mother and a chef from a hotel in Marunouchi. It was incredibly delicious. This curry. After filling my stomach, I moved on to the next piece. It’s right next to Shima Kitchen. This is Pilottilist’s “Your First Color.” This spatial installation projects colorful images of tulips and landscapes onto a circular screen installed inside an old building . The images and music blend together, enveloping the viewer in a sense of exhilaration. The experience is characterized by the feeling of peering at the elevated screen from below. The next piece is a room filled with words by Australian artist Jenna Lee, located next to the bicycle parking area. Making use of the old building, this piece features three interconnected installations: fire, water, and wind. In this room, books containing derogatory information about Australian residents are burned and placed in a jar. Next to them , identical books are separated and transformed into ripples, symbolizing purification. The many jars here were apparently donated by local residents. Finally, in the final room, hanging pieces of paper shaped like lanterns sway in the breeze, representing a home where lost languages ​​and cultures can be reborn . This piece offers a sensory experience of cultural memory and healing in a quiet space . We head back toward the airport to see the next piece. This is a popular spot on Teshima . No matter how many times I visit, this view is irresistible. Just past the bicycle rental area are two artworks. The first one I saw was a five-minute walk from the airport . It features Iovette and Pons’ “No Winners. ” Six basketball hoops are installed on the backboard in its current shape . As the title “No Winners” suggests, the artwork is themed around having fun together, rather than winning. On this day, I was able to enjoy the artwork with many people. Playing basketball on this circular platform was quite exhausting. I was drenched in sweat. The next artwork, ” No Winners,” is about a five-minute bicycle ride away. I parked my bike here and walked there. Apparently, it’s a one-minute walk. We arrived. This is Christian Boltanski’s “Heart Archive.” Photography is prohibited inside, so I can’t show you, but heartbeats collected from around the world are expressed through sound and light . You can record your own heartbeat here and become part of the artwork . [Music] The recorded heartbeats are made into a CD, making it the perfect souvenir. 3 We had a reservation for the Teshima Museum of Art, so we took a short break at the gift shop. It was now a little after 2:00 p.m. and the temperature was nearly 34°C. Since we’re basically outdoors all day on the island, it’s best to take precautions against heatstroke. It was 15 minutes before the opening time, so we set off. We were near Sora to Kou, so it took less than 10 minutes by bicycle. We arrived at the Teshima Museum of Art. This museum requires reservations even if you have a Setouchi Game Passport. It fills up quickly, so it’s best to make reservations early. We booked online a week in advance . Tickets were 1,800 yen. Online purchases are 200 yen cheaper than buying on-site . This is the Teshima Museum of Art information desk. You can also purchase tickets here. There were lockers, too. We had the QR code we received by email ready, waiting to enter. They found our ticket. With our ticket in hand, we headed to the museum. The path to the museum is well-maintained, and even walking along it is soothing. It’s a relaxing space in harmony with nature, reminiscent of the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Denmark. Teshima Museum of Art, designed by Ryu Nishizawa, blends seamlessly into the landscape. Stunning artworks are displayed within its white exterior walls. Inside, you’ll find installations by Rei Naito. The entire space is a single artwork, a hands-on installation that fuses architecture, art, and nature. I believe this is the only museum where you can experience this. It truly is the most beautiful museum in the world. I’d like to visit the museum shop, the Prefectural Cafe, located next to the museum. This building , of course, was designed by Nishizawa. The entrance is a little narrow. The museum shop carries many exclusive goods, many of which are minimalist and in keeping with the museum’s concept, making them incredibly cool. The museum shop also has a cafe, selling not only beverages but also cakes and gelato. The interior of the store looks like this. The ceiling is rounded, and although it’s much smaller than the museum, there is a large window. The view of the natural scenery and blue sky from there was breathtaking. I ordered coffee and rice gelato. The total cost was 890 yen. The gelato was made with real rice, and it was milky and delicious. It was a real treat. This was my fourth visit to the Teshima Art Museum. It’s the kind of museum I want to return to again and again. I’ve visited art museums all over the world, and this one is currently in my top three. I returned to the airport to catch the 4:25 PM ferry. I’ll be using the same 3-day ferry pass I used at Haka Station to compete. The ferry has arrived. The high-speed race between Takamatsu and Teshima is a major obstacle, so I’ll be heading from Tonosho to Tsushima Tonosho. This is Tsushima Sho. [Music] I had about 20 minutes to spare before the ferry to Tokumatsu, so I relaxed nearby. The ferry to Takamatsu has arrived, so I’ll take on the challenge . The sunset illuminating the Setouchi Kai is so beautiful. I arrived at Takamatsu Port. It’s my first time here in about three months. I ‘ll take a short break at my lodging and then head to the Vietnam Market. I’m here for the Vietnam Project . It’s open from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM during the summer. Apparently, the market features a variety of traditional village lighthouses and miscellaneous goods, with a theme of “friendship” in Vietnamese. Here ‘s the map. There’s a cafe nearby, so I’ll check it out later. I got a pamphlet . Apparently they serve Vietnamese food, too. There were lots of colorful lanterns hanging next to Marche . There are about 300 lanterns hanging here. At night, the lanterns light up the road, creating a truly magical atmosphere . After walking around Marche, you can enjoy authentic Vietnamese drinks at Cong Café. [Music] A coffee with milk costs 600 yen. Yes. We tried the coffee. It’s our first time, so we’re excited. The cafe is a cafe chain that started on a small street in Hanoi in 2007, and this is their first time in Japan. This is the coffee with milk. The distinctive coffee flavor and the sweetness of the milk blended together to create an addictive flavor. It was delicious . It was a feast. [Music] Thank you for watching. The next Setouchi International Games Festival will be a place to convey anti-war memories through art. A tour of contemporary art on Oshima Island. [Music] We’re traveling around the world to see contemporary art. I’m heading to the Setouchi Triennale. Good morning. It’s the second day of Seto Kei [Music] . Today I’m heading to Oshima. The Chosenba (Chosemba) to Oshima is located near the heliports for Ujima and Kojima. It’s 9:00 AM, but the temperature is already over 30°C. It’s been scorching hot since the afternoon. I’ll be sure to drink plenty of water today. I’ve arrived at the Chosenba (Chosemba) to Oshima. Both tickets are free, but it seems to be on a first-come, first-served basis, so if you plan to come during peak hours, it’s probably best to arrive early. Another thing to note: masks are required on the line for the health of Oshima residents. Be sure to prepare one in advance. A staff member gave me a map of Oshima . There seem to be some restricted areas, so I carefully checked the map . The boat to Oshima has arrived. It’s not a ferry, but more of a high-speed train . I’m encouraged to wear a mask, so I’ll try it. Since it’s a weekday, there are relatively few seats available . Since smoking is prohibited inside the restaurant, it’s so quiet that I fell asleep before I knew it. We arrived at Oshima after a 30-minute highway ride from Takamatsu Port. There was an information desk right after we disembarked. Here, we could check the artworks and information about the return ferry . It seems they also offer guided tours by a vocal choir. Oshima is a small island with an area of ​​0.62 square kilometers. I wanted to learn about the history of this small island through the artworks . There was one artwork at the port: Nikida’s “Branch and Cane Monument for Mutual Support .” This piece was inspired by the history of anti-war activists and symbolizes the spirit of support along with strength amidst fragility. I was heading to see the next artwork. The gentle melody I could hear was composed for people who are blind due to idiopathic psychiatric disorders. Signs were placed in the restricted areas for easy identification. Passing through this handmade gate with a sign reading “4 pieces in advance,” we found two artworks. The first is Cafe Shiol, the House of Connection. This cafe is open for overnight stays. The menu included snacks made with fruits harvested on Oshima, and there were plenty of plums in the cafe, so I was interested in the plum squash. The second piece was by Takanoike Toko. It’s a storytelling table runner and finger puppets. The artist has transcribed stories he heard from people living on Oshima onto a ratchet mat. Finger puppets were also added for this Seto Game. The piece tells the history of isolation and the feelings of the people, allowing visitors to see, hear, and pass on these memories. I arrived at Nohone to participate in a vocal choir tour starting at 10:30. I’m a little late, as we met 15 minutes early. Sorry. This tour will cover the history of radiation sickness and the National Sanatorium for Seisho Seishoen. Oshima lies off the coast of Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture. Here is the National Sanatorium for Seishoen. Built in 1988 to isolate anti-war disease patients, it forced people to live a difficult life at the time . I believe visiting Oshima will be an experience that touches on human dignity and the importance of life while enjoying the art and island scenery. The tour was about 30 minutes long, but it was very informative and thought-provoking . Thank you to the Koitai staff. Now that the Koitai tour has ended, we resume our heart tour. This is Kura’s work, the Open-Air Aquarium. An underwater world unfolds in the house where the residents used to live. If you look closely at the doll in this piece, you can see it crying. It’s true. The way the wreckage has been brought back to life as art overlaps with the history of Oshima, a special place, and makes you feel the dignity of human beings and the importance of life. So, what happened? [Music] The last room of the Open-Air Aquarium is completely pink. It’s a completely different space from the previous rooms. This room is based on the theme of a picture book by Kashiwajima called Pirates. When I actually read the picture book, I was deeply moved by all the works, as if all the spaces were connected. What were you doing? The serene Setouchi view from Oshima. The weather was perfect, and the view was spectacular. The next piece is “Forest Proof” by Tajima Seizo. The location of this piece was once the site of a single-person household. It resembles a path emerging from the forest, featuring beautiful flowers native to Kagawa Prefecture, familiar natural materials such as trees and stones, as well as pine trees donated by the owner . It’s a walking art space where you can experience a time where nature and past memories intersect, and feel the history of Oshima . Beyond this piece is another work by Tajima. This piece is “Ena’s Life on Oshima 70 Years: Jupiter Toilet Room.” Artist Tajima used his single-person salary to create a three-dimensional picture scroll based on the life of Ena, an anti-war disease patient from Tokyo . Using familiar materials, Tajima created a sculpture depicting the journey of a person lost to society, drawing inspiration from diaries and testimonies. The use of powerful, message-filled colors and the arrangement of simple yet bold objects in the room evoke the loneliness, joy, and suffering that Mr. N experienced. And as interveners, we can directly experience this not just as a historical document, but as a living testament to a human being . Mr. N is not a special person, but a symbol of the lives we all share. This work asks us to consider how we perceive the life of a single individual, isolated from society. At the same time, it provides an opportunity to listen to the voices of those who have been overlooked. Through the life of one person depicted in this single building, this work invites deep reflection on the history that Oshima carries . The next piece is shown here. Enter through the back door . Incidentally, this black parasol can be borrowed for free at Oshima’s Seto Game Information Center. It’s a tentacle of the Kind Art Project Ke. Photographs of Kiyoshi Wakibayashi, a resident who continued to care for Oshima, are displayed throughout the navy-blue room. All the photographs are in black and white, creating a very atmospheric effect. This piece extends through to the next room, which is a stark contrast to the first room, a pure white one. Items likely used at the time are scattered throughout the room. Even so, hearing that three adults shared a room of roughly 6 tatami mats makes you realize the unimaginably harsh conditions they must have endured. On the way to the next piece, I came across an exhibit of an autopsy table discovered in Namiuchi for the first time in about 30 years, just before the 2010 Seto Game began. Apparently, when entering the dual-use facility on Oshima, inmates were sometimes required to sign a document consenting to their body being dissected after death. Although it was only about two hours since arriving on Oshima , I was reminded of the island’s importance as a place for conveying its history to high school students, both historically and in Japan. The next piece is by Yamakawa Fuyu: “Walking Hands.” This piece is dedicated to his family member, Tadashi. Tadashi developed anti-war disease while traveling in Mongolia and spent most of his life there. To retrace his footsteps, the artist, Yamakawa, traveled to Mongolia, Oshima, and his hometown, Matsuno Town, Ehime Prefecture. The piece features Tadashi’s personal belongings and footage of Yamakawa’s actual visits . The title “Akimikiri” (Walk Away) conveys the meaning of the path one has walked and the accumulation of history. This work is a space where we can share the silent voice of one person who lived through a history of segregation and discrimination through art . Next to it is a video installation titled “Song of the Strait,” which is themed around the strait connecting Oshima with the island of A on the opposite shore. It is said that some anti-war patients who were isolated on Oshima attempted to swim across the sea. After hearing such stories, Yamakawa actually swam across the strait, and the video recording of this experience is exhibited as part of the work. The artist’s powerful message is conveyed in the image of the swimmer swimming approximately 2 kilometers across the strait despite the current . After seeing the work, we headed toward the port. On the way to the port, we found a shop and enjoyed rice balls and kakei udon noodles. The gentle broth was delicious. It was a real treat. The 1:25 PM express train to Takamatsu arrived, so we headed to the ferry terminal. At the information desk, we received a souvenir of Aoshokun no Uchi and a taba made with Kate. Although my stay was short, visiting the island gave me a real sense of what life was like here in the past, and I felt that we must protect the tranquil scenery we see today to prevent the same thing from ever happening again. I hope to visit Oshima again someday. I arrived at the Setoge Official Shop at Takamatsu Port. I managed to get a sakoshi bag, which I had missed out on at Haruka Station. It was 2,000 yen. It was just the right size to fit the official guidebook. And the back had this design. Isn’t it so cute? There was also a survey nearby. It was quite lengthy, but I received a sticker and wet wipes as a thank you. Gifts are so exciting, aren’t they? I’m heading to the Kagawa Prefectural Museum now. It’s about a 15-minute walk from Takamatsu Port. I can see it. It was hot today, so I needed a lot of energy. We’ve arrived. The Kagawa Prefectural Museum. This is a comprehensive museum that combines a history museum and an art museum. I purchased my ticket on the first floor and headed to the second floor, where the artworks are on display. Koha Tonam’s works are on display. I was given a map of the artworks. It seems there are several artworks in one room. Inside, there were video works lined up. This piece depicts the changing conditions of snow as it is painted onto the environment. Headphones are available in front of the piece, allowing you to enjoy the work with sound. In the next room, there’s a piece displaying two flashing words: “Mad Dog” in Vietnamese and “Dien Bien War.” “Mad Dog” was sometimes used as an insult to women . “Dien Bien War ” symbolizes the end of French colonial rule. These two words intersect in light, bridging the gap between femininity and war, violence and memory, past and present. After seeing the Vietnamese contemporary art store, I headed back toward Takamatsu Port. I’m planning to visit the Vietnam Market, Com Mo Même, which I visited last night. The lantern lights were beautiful and magical . The blue sky and colorful lanterns complement each other beautifully even during the day . Looking closely, each lantern has a unique shape and design . It seems like even in Japan, I still find myself taking photos of the country shapes. Now, let’s take a tour around the Vietnam Market. There appear to be six art villages here . This is a woodcarving shop. Driftwood carried by the floods is beautifully repurposed. Truly artisanal. This is a traditional non la craftsmanship shop . It’s made using dried palm shavings. It’s an interactive experience where you can actually make your own, or even wear one if you’re short on time. Unfortunately, the interpreter was busy on the day we visited, so the workshop couldn’t take place. Anyway, I’m enjoying a delicious coffee here again today. This is Cong Café, a cafe chain in Hanoi, Vietnam. It was dark when I went yesterday, so I couldn’t see much, but they also have a lot of original merchandise for sale. Aren’t these T-shirts and vests super cute? The colors are amazing. Too bad. I ordered a lemon milk and coconut milk coffee today . I didn’t buy any merchandise. The coffee and coconut went so well together that I finished it in about two sips. It was incredibly delicious. It was a feast. [Music] Thank you for watching. The next Setouchi International Festival will feature a refinery abandoned for 100 years and art on a small island. A drop of contemporary art from around the world on Inujima. We are on a journey to see contemporary art from around the world. This time we are going to the Setouchi International Festival. [Music] Good morning. It’s my third day at Setouchi Station. Today I would like to go to Shimijima. I am heading towards Takamatsu Port to catch a ferry. By the way , there are no direct flights to Inujima, so we will transfer at Miyanoura Lake in Naoshima and head to Inujima. The ferry to Naoshima is an island covered by the 3-day ferry pass, so we will try it with this ferry pass. This is my second time on the Naoshima ferry this year. The sea breeze is pleasant, so I head outside to enjoy the scenery . We have arrived at Miyanoura Lake. Here, I will be taking the ferry to Inujima. I thought I’d buy a ticket, but it seems there’s a temporary ticket booth instead, so I headed there instead. I followed the directions. It was in a location visible from the ticket booth I’d just left. It was about this distance away, and there was a large sign, so I didn’t get lost. When I arrived, there was already quite a line. [Music] Oh dear! They told me they could only accommodate one more person ahead of us . Thinking I had no choice, I took the bus to the new building and arrived at bus stop number 2. I waited for the bus, slightly pushed back by Inujima. A super cute bus arrived. It was Kusayai’s pumpkin bus. I was going to take it to the new museum. Be careful, as the counters are worth as much as cash. I’d been really looking forward to the new museum, so I was really looking forward to it. About 10 minutes from Miyanoura Port, I arrived at the nearest bus stop to the Naoshima New Museum. I walked from there. The museum is 260 meters from the bus stop. I’d always passed this area before because there hadn’t been any artwork in the area before. Speaking of C, the Goo Shrine artwork from the Art House Project is pretty close by . The route is simple and takes about five minutes to reach the Naoshima New Art Museum. The Naoshima New Art Museum was designed by Ando. It is his 10th work, following the Chichu Art Museum and Penesse House. It has two basement floors and one above ground, with the exhibition rooms concentrated mainly in the basement. Its distinctive features, such as the mountain-shaped roofs and pebbles-laden soldiers along both lines, are designed to blend into the village landscape. We arrive at the entrance. Setge Passport holders can enter for free. A ticket for the general public costs 1,700 yen at the counter. It seems cheaper to purchase online. The Naoshi Machine Museum is a new art museum that opened on May 31, 2025. The museum is currently hosting a commemorative exhibition, “From the Origin to the Future.” It displays works originally conceived for the museum and representative works by 12 artists from Asia, including Japan, China, Korea, Indonesia, the Philippines, and India . There are a variety of installations focusing on themes such as memory, immigration, cultural identity, and responding to transformation . This work, presented in anticipation of the building’s eventual demolition , positions the museum as a site for the project process by showcasing the building in transit for demolition . Construction waste, such as asphalt and road materials, which would not normally be relocated, forms layers of time. Through the transport containers and blueprints of the demolition plan, housed like a time capsule, these materials suggest the possibility of building a future with our own hands from the scraps of those who created and destroyed them . This work, “Rakuchu-Oku Iwata Belip” by Takashi Murakami, is a 13-meter-long work inspired by the “Rakuchu-Oku Iwata Belip ” (Rakuchu-Oku Iwata Belip), a meticulous depiction of Kyoto’s famous landmarks and the lives of the locals . Following its first appearance in Kyoto in 2024, the work has been further refined to depict the intricate depiction of daily life, showcasing 2,700 people, along with characters like Dobu-kun and Kira, both of which are Takashi Murakami’s characters, roaming the streets of Kyoto. The next piece is a head-on by Tsuaiko-chan. This large-scale installation, created for the 2006 Berlin Classics , depicts a pack of 99 savage wolves running at full speed and crashing into a glass wall without hesitation. The glass wall, the same height as the Berlin Wall, represents the invisible yet tangible ideological and cultural divides that exist between people. [Music] After viewing the piece, we headed to the Yuijutsukan Hirasetsu cafe. The glass wall offers a beautiful view. There’s also a work inside the cafe. This piece is by Indian artist NS Shunja. “Happy Marriage.” The artist humorously criticizes the universally recurring institution of marriage by superimposing it on a human om that mimics human speech . Since we’re here, we decided to order something. Lunch and desserts are also available. There was a wide selection of drinks. While waiting for our order, we enjoyed the view outside. The view is beautiful, so it would be nice to spend the day in the cooler months with the light shining on . We ordered the Naoshi drip coffee. The coffee’s refreshing, almost blissful flavor was truly delicious. It was a feast. I arrived at Momoyama by bus . From here, I returned to Miyaji Port. It was a smoother experience than the New Museum, and there were many interesting works, so I highly recommend it. I returned to Lake Miyanoura. I headed to the temporary ticket booth I had been to earlier. There were already people waiting in line. I successfully purchased my ticket. The ticket price was 2,450 yen one way. Cash only. The current temperature was 31°. It was going to get even hotter from here, so I took precautions against heatstroke. It was time to head to the Heli Nori area. The boarding point was near the temporary ticket booth. I boarded the Thunderbird, a boat with a rather cool name. [Music] There was a little space on the right-hand side of the hill. From here, I headed to Inujima via Teshima. I arrived at Inujima about an hour after departing from Naoshima. It was a clear day with not a single cloud in the sky. I got off the ferry and headed to the information desk first. Here, I received permission to queue for the return ticket and went to buy my ticket first. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket center next door. The boat to Naoshima departs at 3:47 PM , so we’ll have about two and a half hours to tour the artworks. Before we leave, we’re hungry, so we stop for lunch at the cafe inside the Inujima Ticket Center. We opted for Thai food. The gentle aroma of Thai food was incredibly delicious. It was a real treat. After a slightly late lunch, we begin our tour of Inujima’s art. It’s a five-minute walk from the Inujima Ticket Center. We head to the Inujima Seirensho Art Museum, arguably Inujima’s most famous attraction . This museum is a copper refinery built in 1909. Inujima once thrived thanks to copper refining. However, it was only 10 years old when it closed early in the year, leaving only the remains of the copper refinery and the rega production. This industrial heritage has been restored intact and is now the Inujima Seirensho Art Museum, a popular attraction . We’ll head straight in. The Inujima Seirensho Art Museum is also free for Setouchi Game Passport holders. We’ve finished looking at the artworks. While there aren’t many artworks on display, the museum features high-quality works by prefectural artist Yukinori Yanagi. These include installations inspired by Yukio Mishima and works that explore the shadows of civilization and modernity. These pieces, while transitioning, overlap memories of the industry with the challenges of modern society. Former chimneys and the dark, tangled Rega building remain on the site. Visitors can experience the rebirth of art and nature while feeling like they’re walking through ruins. The Inujima Seirensho Art Museum is a place where art is explored, but it also embraces the past and considers the future. History, architecture, nature, and art all intersect, making Inujima a special place within the Setouchi Association. We headed to see the artworks on display here. First, we ‘ll start with the piece closest to the ticket center, a 23-minute walk away. This piece , Flower Fairy Dancers by Ellie, depicts flower fairies performing a Bon dance. The artist created this piece after visiting Inujima and observing the plants blooming on the island . The location of this piece is apparently used as a playground for children and for local events such as traditional Japanese dances. The pop colors make this piece very cute. Next, we head to F-sada. We walk straight down this narrow path. The sun is getting quite strong . By the way, this parasol is available for free rental at the ticket center . When we arrived at the piece, an island cat greeted us. Photography is only permitted within this piece. This is Biota by Kohei Iku. This piece is part of the artist’s Big Bang series, which expresses the emergence and diversity of life in Inujima’s nature and environment. The next piece is located a three-minute walk from F-sada. It is by Yusuke Asai. It’s titled “Listening to the Voices of Yesterday, Like Hearing the Sound of Taiko Drums.” Yusuke Asai’s work, which was also featured at the Northern Alps International Art Festival, is painted on the ground using a rubber-burning technique. The piece, located at the site of a stonemason’s house, is designed to allow visitors to experience the island’s scenery and history as they walk. Following this blue sign, we headed toward the next artwork. It seems the next one is located a little inland, a little ways from the sea. At the end of the road, we saw an outdoor artwork. These are contact lenses by Takumi Hito of the Inujima Ipu Project. Countless lenses of varying sizes and focal points project distorted images of the surrounding nature, people’s lives, and village landscapes. The viewer senses the diversity of the visible world. The current temperature is 35°C. A relief has arrived on this arduous art tour, where there isn’t a single vending machine along the way. We found a rest area that probably didn’t exist when we came six years ago. It’s a room of about 12 tatami mats, chilled by the scent of Hinoki (Japanese cedar) . It was a real help. Honestly, without it, we probably would have given up halfway through . Just near the rest area is the next outdoor artwork: Yellow Flower Dream by Eisai Beatrice Miliazes of the Inujima Ipu Project. It uses energy and vibrant colors to create a virtual landscape that captures the dynamics of Inujima’s natural environment and the vitality of its people’s lives . Next, I’m heading to a piece of art not from Seto Island Game, but one of Inujima’s famous artworks. I follow this sign as a landmark. This is Kawano Nagare’s work, Inujima’s Island Dog. This piece is part of the Inujima House Project, set in the Inujima village. The mouth and a hint of the whites of the eyes are visible. A must-see for dog lovers. Next, I head to a piece along the coast. I pass the previous piece and walk slowly along the road . While I won’t be introducing it this time, to the right is the Living Botanical Garden . I see a blue sign. It seems to be up ahead. The view suddenly opens up, and the ocean comes into view . Oh, is that it? There it is. This is a work by Omiya Ellie: a flower bench of light and inwardness . The unique feature of this piece is the lighting effect, where the silhouette of the flowers on the bench is reflected on the ground when sunlight shines through. Covered in vibrant flowers, the bench is meticulously crafted down to the smallest detail, even with light-up screws. Sitting here and gazing at the Seto Inland Sea, I can spend a moment reflecting on myself. This view, while seated, brings peace of mind to visitors, making it a uniquely healing spot on Inujima. After seeing the artwork, I headed toward the port to see the remaining works. My return route also took me along a mountain-like path. It’s a road that cars can’t access, so of course there are no traffic lights . Be careful of the occasional scooter. After about a 10-minute walk, my next work came into view: a self-loop by Hora fur Eliasson, a partner in the Inujima House Project. This work, featuring three mirrors facing each other, connects the views from two windows. Visitors find themselves in an infinite space, like a time tunnel, and experience a new sensation . My tour of Inujima’s art is complete. If you’re in Nishima, you can see all the works. Not only the Inujima Seirensho Art Museum, but also the works of the Heavenly House Project scattered throughout the island, each walk brought small surprises and discoveries. After immersing myself in island life, Inujima has a unique charm. I returned to the Inujima Ticket Center at the port. Since I have some time before my challenge, I decided to wait here. The store has a cafe and a shop on-site. The main items sold here are original Inujima Seirensho Art Museum merchandise , but they also have magazines related to part-time workers, so it seems like a great place to read during breaks . This time, I bought this tote bag. It was an incredibly reasonable price of 1,430 yen. The design is also incredibly cool. It’s almost time to depart, so I head to the boarding area. The return fare is 2,450 yen. The Inujima Ticket Center accepts payment methods other than money. I’ll probably come back in three years. It’s a really beautiful island. I’m back at Miyanoura Port. A filly bound for Takamatsu Port has arrived. [Music] It was quite crowded that day, so a special ferry was operating. I’ve arrived at Takamatsu Port. Some of you may already recognize this familiar view . This is Vietnam Marsi, making its third appearance at Summer Station. It’s so easy to drop by, I always want to go back. I’m feeling a little hungry today, so I’d like to have some Vietnamese food . I ordered this banh mi sandwich. The restaurant is a Vietnamese restaurant called Chic-Ro in Takamatsu. The meat, chili sauce, and the sourness of the vegetables complemented each other perfectly, making it incredibly delicious. It was a feast. Thank you for watching. [Music] The next Setouchi International Festival will be in the historic eastern port town of Shitotsuda, a Setouchi International Festival participant area. [Music] World Contemporary Art Tour: We’re on a journey to see contemporary art from around the world. This time, we’re going to the Setouchi International Festival. [Music] It’s the fourth day of the Setouchi International Festival. Today, we’re heading to the Shitotsuda station-exclusive area. The artworks in this area are open until 9 PM, so we’re starting late. So, first, we’ll head to Vitamin Coffee near Kawaramachi Station. We’ll have coffee before heading out to explore the art. There was a simple menu at the entrance. They also serve wine. The inside of the store looks like this. They were just setting up the sales counter in the back . The seats are where the wall and benches are integrated. They were surprisingly comfortable . The detailed menu looks like this. They seem to offer both drip and espreto-style coffee. Of course, we ordered drip coffee. Choose from a wide selection of coffees, from blends to single-origin coffees, from morning brews to dark-brewed coffees. The temperature today was over 35°C. It was cool inside the store , but I decided to take some home with me and order iced coffee. It was poured using an origami dripper. This time, I went for the dark-brewed Indonesian coffee. It was a strong, rich coffee with a slightly tangerine flavor, refreshing and robust. It was a real treat. I was able to recharge my coffee, so I resumed my art tour. First, I visited this piece at Takamatsu Port. It’s one that I’ve been curious about every time I pass by. Inside, I saw a newspaper with the words “heavy damage” written on it. This piece, “Songs,” tells the voices of refugees . The artist visited three countries—Japan, Bangladesh, and Colombia— to interview refugees and internally displaced people. He photographed the precious objects that these people held dear even during their time as refugees, and uncovered the stories behind them. What’s unique about this work is that it uses objects to convey human emotions that statistics and news stories can’t. The artist believes that first learning is important, and through his work , he aims to make refugees feel closer to us, rather than distant . I returned to Takamatsu Station. First, I headed to the Shido area by train. The fare to Shido Station was 430 yen. Since IC cards aren’t accepted at Shido Station, I bought a ticket. This was my first time touring the Seto Mountains by train, so it felt quite refreshing. The train departed at 1:42 PM. I took this train. The train was a two-car train . If you want a seat, it might be a good idea to arrive a little earlier. After about a 30-minute train ride, I arrived at Shido Station. First, I headed to the Shido Area Information Center. The Information Center is located at Sanuki City Hall. A five-minute walk from the station brought the city hall into view. There was also a blue Seto Game flag. I arrived at the Shido Area Information Center. The staff were very helpful and gave me some recommended routes, so I started my art tour using their recommended route. The art in the Shido Area is scattered along the Saki-Kaido Line for about 1 km. Apparently, it only takes about an hour and a half to walk around the entire area. What impressed me about the Shido Area was the sheer number of art exhibits. I was extremely grateful. After about a 10-minute walk from Sanu City Hall, our first destination came into view. The first piece is a Mebuyan balan outside by Lee Roy New, an artist from the Philippines. Lee Roy’s works are located in the garden of the temple and in the temple next to Shido Temple. This piece is made mainly from bamboo and bamboo bottles. Apparently, work such as cutting and splitting the bamboo was carried out in cooperation with local volunteers and a vocal choir . We entered Shido Temple to see another piece by Lee Roy. Shido Temple is a temple in Saki City, Kagawa Prefecture, and is the 86th temple of the 88 Shikoku Pilgrimage Sites. The economic center features a striking architectural masterpiece: 50 towers, each approximately 33 meters tall . Leroy’s work blends elements from multiple cultural legends . The title, Mebuyant, is the name of a goddess who appears in the mythology of the Ma people, a tribe of the southern Philippines. She is a symbol of death and the sanctuary, said to nurture the souls of deceased children . Balangai, meanwhile, refers to an ancient boat that predates the occupational settlement era, and also means village or community in modern Filipino. It symbolizes the ethnic group and community as a public tribe. Next, we’ll look at work number 02. The works are displayed in a straight line, making navigation easy. There’s a blue flag. This appears to be the work. 2, right? This work is the composed soul of Neil Menza . This work is based on the Japanese folk belief of Tsukumo-no-kami, or the idea that souls reside in tools used for a long time . The souls that appear through the lens or monitor change appearance with each viewing, with new souls appearing one after another. Perhaps my attachment to these figures stems from a deep belief in the existence of the Tsumo God. Each piece questions how we relate to objects in a modern society where disposable items have become the norm . By combining traditional beliefs with cutting-edge technology , these works invite a renewed consideration of the existence of souls that reside in objects. Next, I head to work number 03. I see a blue flag. This is the Hiraga Gennai Memorial Museum. The entrance fee is 750 yen. Those with a sports card can enter for 250 yen. The work appears to be on the second floor. This work is Jantz’s “Three Fly Men.” Hiraga Gennai is known as an Edo-period inventor and the first person in Japan to reproduce the electric current. The work includes devices that generate electrical discharges and static electricity, allowing viewers to experience invisible energy right before their eyes . Furthermore, a computer used to generate virtual currency is also used, incorporating modern electrical usage into the work. By slightly shifting objects from their original use, the artist invites us to reconsider the meaning of the technology and tools we take for granted. It also conveys that electricity is not just energy, but is also connected to social and economic systems. The next piece is the last in the instruction area. It appears to be located directly opposite Shitoji. Just before our destination, there was a sign for the Setoge Art Stamp Rally. I couldn’t understand the explanation at all. Anyway, I continued along the path and found another rest area. They even served Mugi-chan here. It really helped. Thank you . Now that I’m hydrated, I’ll move on. I’m still fussing over that bubble piece. We’ve arrived. Taira is the present. Let’s go inside. This piece is Akira Iyasu’s Ecoz Airflow. This is an interactive installation that combines natural phenomena, cutting-edge technology, and physical materials. When you blow into it, the piece reacts through sensors, making leaves float like this and creating bubbles . We saw bubbles flying just now, right? But this image looks like a train station. There seems to be another piece by Kakii nearby, so I’ll go see it. I finally found it. Please take a look at the video on the right. This is a video of the Kuni-no-in I where I had my barley tea earlier. It’s actually live footage! This piece, like the one I mentioned earlier, allows you to blow into it to create bubbles. Because it’s live footage, blowing into it at the right time as people pass by makes them smile, which is a piece I’m really proud of. I was able to see all the artworks in the area. Just as the staff said, I was able to tour the entire area in under two hours. On my way back, I discovered a computational piece at the tram station . If someone blew into it, bubbles would fly, but they didn’t this time . It was a 10-minute walk to Shido Station. I’m going to see the artworks in the Tsuda area , but this time I’ll be taking the Sanuki City Community Bus. It costs 200 yen from Shirata Station to Tsuda. Cash only. I arrived in Tsuda. The current center near the bus stop is now the information center. There’s a temporary parking lot at the nearby elementary school, so it looks like I could park there and go to the artworks . Apparently the information center also sells set meals and lunches without a counter, but they were closed today. There’s one artwork on display in the Tsuda area. It looks like it’s close to the information center. Amazing! This path is riddled with blue flags, so it seems like you’ll be able to find it without getting lost. The current temperature is 32°C. It’s still hot even in the evening. A five-minute walk from the information center , I came across the artwork in the pine forest. This piece is a dialogue with time by Caitlin Sheelaun and Wayne Garrett. Through multiple lenses hanging in the pine forest, the viewer experiences overlapping effects of light, color, and time. The ever-changing scenery seen through the lenses creates a sense of dialogue with the everyday time we experience. When we visited, the setting sun’s rays reflected off the lenses, creating a truly beautiful scene. There’s only one artwork in the Tsuda area. While I was there, I decided to take a stroll around Tsuda no Matsubara. Tsuda no Matsubara stretches for about 1 km along the coastline, lined with pine trees, mostly pine trees. The ocean was also incredibly beautiful. The temperature exceeded 30°C, as it had been every day today. There was still plenty of seawater to enjoy. This is the red bridge known as the Wishing Bridge, or Fulfillment Bridge. It’s said that if you make a wish while crossing, it will come true. I hope my channel subscriber numbers increase. I hope my channel subscriber numbers increase. After enjoying Tsuda Pine Grove, I headed to Tsuda Station. Tsuda was filled with blue flags everywhere, giving me the Setouchi Game atmosphere. [Music] It was about a 10-minute walk to Sanu Tsuda Station. This station is also unmanned, so I purchased a ticket at the ticket counter. The fare to my next destination, Hike Station, was 430 yen. Payment is cash only. Beyond the station, mountains and rice fields stretch out before me, creating a very tranquil atmosphere. The train from Hike Station arrived . It was quite crowded, as it coincided with students returning home. It took about 35 minutes by train to arrive. There was a large sign at the station, so I headed first to the information desk. It seemed like it was almost a straight line from the station. It was a 5-minute walk to the information desk. It had already been packed up, but it looked like there was a food truck set up. I was feeling a little hungry. The information desk had a rest area inside. When I went inside, they asked me to try on something that caught my eye, so I did. They were udon gloves. Kake udon. Apparently, they lasted exactly one minute. Now that one hand was warm, I resumed my art tour. It seemed like the artworks were scattered around quite a bit. I considered heading to the artworks , but there was a place I wanted to visit when I got there, so I decided to go there first. Wow, look at this amazing view. Coming just for sunset was a great idea. The ocean at Hikiketa is so relaxing. There it was. I wanted to see it when I got there. This wall. I bet there was art of this quality lined up. It was an evil piece of art. After enjoying the ocean and wall art, I started my art tour. Heading from the seaside into the residential area, I found a row of rather impressive houses. However, there were fewer streetlights than I expected, so it got dark quite quickly. I arrived at my first destination, the 3 Shuku Yashiki. There was also a blue sign. Oh, not this one. It seems the artwork is on display here. A work by Numata Yuka. This piece is based on the information being shared. This piece visualizes the massive changes that have taken place in the port town, due to changes in population and communication methods, and has lost its role and culture . It layers large amounts of iron beads, plastic, and modern materials like plastic bottle caps to visualize these changes. The next piece will be available tomorrow at the 3-week mansion. It’s about a one-minute walk away. Chiba Sangyo in Higashikawa City is apparently a glove-making district. We’ve arrived. This is the Higashikawa Glove Gallery. This building was actually used as a glove factory until 1998. A glove factory from the Showa era is also recreated in one corner. This piece is based on Russian artist Leonie Tochigikov’s “Gloves that Reach Every Hand . ” The theme of this piece is an impossible yet dreamlike call for everyone to join forces to make gloves long enough to reach the moon . Actual giant knitted items and images of Kate are also on display, creating an atmosphere that entices visitors to participate and knit together. A common thread running through all of Hone’s work is the humor hidden in the everyday and the fantastical idea of ​​connecting people, nature, and the universe. This piece also incorporates the domestic appeal of walking objects. By linking everyday actions to the distant moon, the work evokes the image of small personal actions spreading into larger dreams and the universe. The next piece is located across from the previous one. The guidebook only provided a simple illustration , so I’m excited to see what it will be like. Set in a former liquor store called Umbrella Shop, this piece draws on the culture of oke, the instrument used in making sake and soy sauce, to create a space where visitors can experience the invisible, time-consuming process of fermentation as art . Vats are embedded in the floor, and the top is covered with tempered glass, allowing visitors to stand on the piece. The living world depicted in the paint shop actually changes in response to its movement. By linking the history of the area, local industry, and the rhythms of nature, it serves as a point of connection between past and present, science and art, and people. The next piece is located a short distance from the others. The building to the right is a former post office that has been converted into a cafe. [Music] It’s very stylish and intriguing. It’s completely dark, but I spotted a blue flag. This is the last piece of the day . Let’s go inside. This piece is a breakdown of Toshihisa Hikiketa’s work. The author sheds light on the daily life of the town of Hida, interviewing local residents and those involved with the area and providing an exploded view of their lives and daily routines. Actual survey-style and episode cards are lined up, allowing visitors to get a feel for the town while reading about each individual’s life . And, if any of the episode cards catch their eye, they’re welcome to take one home. What should I do? Which one should I choose? There were so many to choose from, and I had a hard time deciding, but I decided on this card that said “excitement.” I’ll write down my reasons for choosing it in my notebook as I leave. I’ve got a wonderful souvenir. After about an hour and a half by train, we returned to Takamatsu Station. This concludes our visit to Seto Station . This summer , we visited Teshima, Oshima, Inujima, and the new Shido, Tsuda, and Hiketa areas . The nighttime exhibits in the new areas were particularly romantic , and I discovered a different atmosphere and charm from the island, further expanding the world of Seto. Next, we start with the mechanical machines. I’m excited to see what happens next. [Music] Thank you for watching. The next Setouchi International Guess Festival will finally be held in the fall. I’m heading to Honjima, an island of art that transcends time. This channel delivers information on contemporary art museums around the world. If you enjoyed this video, please subscribe and click the like button. Yes.

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　瀬戸内国際芸術祭とは、日本の瀬戸内海に浮かぶ１２の島々と２つの港町を舞台に、３年に一度開催される世界有数のアートフェスティバル。２０２５年は春・夏・秋の３会期にわたって開催され、国外の数多の現代アーティストが自然・地域・歴史と調和した作品を展開しています。

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値　段：オールシーズンパスポート５,５００円
期　間：夏会期　８/１（金）- ８/３１（日）

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