Setouchi Triennale Art Islands
A celebrated contemporary art festival scattered across the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, blending installations with fishing-village life.
When · Where
- When
- 2026/07/10 – 2026/07/10
- Where
- Seto Inland Sea islands (Takamatsu hub)（Takamatsu, Kagawa and surrounding islands）
- City
- Across Japan
- Getting there
- Ferries from Takamatsu and Uno ports
- Price
- Passport tickets cover many sites; some works charge separately
Good to know for visitors
- Getting there
- Ferries from Takamatsu and Uno ports Open directions in Google Maps ↗
- Booking & entry
- Check tickets and details on the official page (button above).
- Paying
- Passport tickets cover many sites; some works charge separately. Smaller venues in Japan are often cash-first — carry some yen (cards/IC not guaranteed).
- Language
- Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
- Good for
- art lovers, solo-goers
Highlights
- Site-specific art across multiple islands
- Architecture by leading designers
- Island hopping by ferry between works
Background & story
Launched in 2010, the Setouchi Triennale revitalizes the Inland Sea islands through contemporary art across three seasonal sessions.
Good to know
Held in triennial editions across spring, summer and autumn sessions — check the official calendar before planning ferries.