Explore Japan’s undiscovered charms, venturing beyond Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.
Embark on a luxury journey through the Setouchi region, experiencing its finest art destinations, from the unparalleled comfort of the Yui Prima Olivia luxury vehicle.
Your premium experience starts at Kyoto Station and will take you to discover Setouchi’s distinctive aesthetic, from historic townscapes to world‑class contemporary art and gardens shaped as living masterpieces.
On Day 1, stroll through Kurashiki, a picturesque canal town with a local guide.
On Day 2, immerse yourself in Naoshima, the iconic art island where contemporary works and architecture coexist with the sea and sky.
On Day 3, savor the beauty of Ritsurin Garden, renowned as one of Japan’s most exquisite traditional gardens.
A key highlight of this tour is the hassle-free access to Naoshima island. With YUI PRIMA OLIVIA, travel in absolute comfort from start to finish, leaving all your worries behind.
On board, a dedicated English‑speaking attendant offers complimentary soft drinks and alcoholic beverages and provides announcements in English, enhancing your travel experience. This tour includes English‑speaking guides, accommodations, and meals.
Tour Information
Day1
- 8:10Kyoto Station
Kaeshi-zushi (“upside-down sushi”) lunch (60 min)
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter guided tour (90 min)
Free time in Kurashiki (75 min)
Art-inspired French course dinner (120 min) - 20:00Hotel *Kurashiki Royal Art Hotel or equivalent
Day2
- 7:45Hotel departure
Uno Port arrival
Naoshima Island (Miyanoura Port)
Chichu Art Museum (60 min)
Benesse House Museum (& lunch break)(120 min)
Art House Project & Naoshima New Museum of Art (140 min)
Takamatsu Port arrival Teppanyaki steak dinner (90 min) - 20:00Hotel *JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu or equivalent
Day3
- 8:00Hotel departure
Ritsurin Garden guided tour (120 min)
Sanuki udon-making experience & lunch (120 min) Shikoku Mura Museum (90 min) - 19:00Shin-Osaka Station arrival
Please arrive 10 minutes before departure time
Included in the Price
- Meal expenses * Please note: Lunch on Day 2 is at your own expense. There will be free time for lunch at the Benesse House Museum.
- Accommodation
- Admission fees for each activity
- English-speaking bus attendant
- English-speaking local guides
- Bus transportation
- On-board bus services (complimentary drinks, Wi‑Fi, etc.)
- Ferry/boat fare ・ Setouchi amenities
Price per person: 250,000yen (tax included)
DAY１
- 8:10Kyoto Station
Kaeshi-zushi (“upside-down sushi”) lunch (60 min)
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter guided tour (90 min)
Free time in Kurashiki (75 min)
Art-inspired French course dinner (120 min) - 20:00Hotel *Kurashiki Royal Art Hotel or equivalent
Your first day is about discovering the living art of Kurashiki City, with its preserved historical cityscapes and art-like traditional gourmet.
Departing from Kyoto Station, you arrive around midday in Kurashiki’s Bikan Historical Quarter, a townscape so exquisitely preserved it feels like a cinematic set.
For lunch, you will be able to eat Kurashiki’s beloved local specialty, Kaeshi‑zushi. Covered in delicate shredded egg, this unique dish reveals its charm in a single moment: when turned over, it reveals a generous arrangement of fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables wrapped like a gift in an elegant box.
In the afternoon, you will be guided by the head of the distinguished Hara family, a Kurashiki household of longstanding prestige. As you stroll through the Bikan Quarter and Kurashiki Ivy Square, he shares Kurashiki’s story from the Edo period to modern times, bringing the town’s heritage to life with rare intimacy.
A certified National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English) accompanies the tour, ensuring international guests can participate without worrying about the language barrier.
After the guided walk, enjoy time at your leisure to revisit the streets that moved you.
In the evening, dine at a French restaurant in Kurashiki, where a course inspired by paintings from the Ohara Museum of Art awaits you.
DAY２
- 7:45Hotel departure
Uno Port arrival
Naoshima Island (Miyanoura Port)
Chichu Art Museum (60 min)
Benesse House Museum (& lunch break)(120 min)
Art House Project & Naoshima New Museum of Art (140 min)
Takamatsu Port arrival Teppanyaki steak dinner (90 min) - 20:00Hotel *JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu or equivalent
On your second day experience Naoshima: Japan’s iconic art island, where contemporary creations blend with the stunning landscape of the Seto Inland Sea.
After departing from your hotel for Uno Port, get on a ferry and arrive at Naoshima: a world‑renowned sanctuary of contemporary art floating on the Seto Inland Sea.
On this premium bus tour, from the moment you arrive on the island until your departure, all transportation within Naoshima is arranged by our private vehicle, YUI PRIMA OLIVIA. With no need to rely on local buses or rental bicycles, you can leave logistical concerns behind and devote your full attention to the art.
With an unhurried, relaxed itinerary, you will visit Naoshima’s landmarks: the Chichu Art Museum, Benesse House Museum, the Naoshima New Museum of Art, and the Art House Project. You’ll have plenty of time at each stop to take in the art, buildings, light, and natural scenery.
Lunch is at your leisure at the Benesse House Museum, allowing you to set your own rhythm between viewing and dining.
In the early evening, travel from Naoshima to Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture. For dinner, savor a teppanyaki experience: a chef grills your steak before your eyes, and you enjoy it amid the aromas, sounds, and immediacy of the live performance.
DAY３
- 8:00Hotel departure
Ritsurin Garden guided tour (120 min)
Sanuki udon-making experience & lunch (120 min) Shikoku Mura Museum (90 min) - 19:00Shin-Osaka Station arrival
On the last day of your travel, enjoy the Art of Shikoku: explore Ritsurin Garden’s natural masterpiece, Shikoku Mura’s architectural heritage, and a Udon-making experience with a local artisan.
On the final day, savor the ultimate expression of Setouchi’s beauty: “the art of the garden,” where nature and human craft are woven into a living masterpiece.
Your destination is Ritsurin Garden in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, one of Japan’s finest landscape gardens. Refined over more than a century by successive lords of the Takamatsu Domain since the Edo period, it was nominated a three‑star garden in the Michelin Green Guide Japan 2009. Accompanied by a specialist guide, you will explore its celebrated grounds with deeper insight.
Move gently across the South Lake on a traditional Japanese boat, taking in the pines and mountain mirrored on the water’s surface, and feeling the garden’s peaceful beauty change as you go.
Then, in a tea house overlooking the garden, enjoy matcha and sweets while enjoying the scenery.
In the morning, visit Shikoku Mura Museum, and step back in time to explore a traditional village setting.
Here, you can also view a scaled-down version of the vine bridge and the Tadao Ando Gallery.
For lunch, enjoy Kagawa’s soul food, Sanuki udon. Under the guidance of skilled artisans, experience the craft of udon‑making, and savor the noodles you prepared.
YUI PRIMA OLIVIA VEHICLE
Designed by renowned industrial designer Eiji Mitooka, the YUI PRIMA OLIVIA vehicle is crafted to deliver the utmost in comfort. In contrast to conventional 45-seat sightseeing coaches, it offers an exclusive 21-seat layout, creating a spacious and refined atmosphere. Its vivid blue exterior evokes the majestic beauty of the Seto Inland Sea, heightening anticipation for the journey ahead.
The spacious interior is finished with warm wood accents, while the ceiling is adorned with individually hand-painted artwork, creating an atmosphere of understated luxury.
Wide windows set high within the tall coach offer a unique, elevated view of the scenery—distinct from everyday perspectives.
A dedicated bar counter is also featured on board, where you can unwind and enjoy complimentary drinks at a leisurely pace.
BUS ATTENDANT
During your bus ride, you will be accompanied by our Bus Attendant. Similar to a flight attendant, they are dedicated to ensuring your most comfortable travel experience. They will serve soft drinks and alcoholic beverages and provide announcements and travel tips in English, enhancing your YUI PRIMA OLIVIA experience. Should you have any questions about Setouchi or Japan, please feel free to ask our Attendants; they will be delighted to assist you.
| Duration | 3 days |
| Minimum number of travelers | 6 people |
| Confirmation date | 28 days before departure |
| Tour Conductor | English-speaking Bus Attendant |
| Number of Included Meals | Breakfast x2・Lunch x2・Dinner x2 *Lunch on day 2 is at your own expense. There will be free time for lunch at the Benesse House Museum. |
| Payment method | Credit card only |
| Cancellation Policy | In the event of cancellation by the customer after application, the following cancellation fees will apply. 20-8 days before departure: 20% of the travel fee 7-2 days before departure: 30% of the travel fee 1 day before departure: 40% of the travel fee On the day of departure: 50% of the travel fee No-show without notice or cancellation after departure: 100% of the travel fee ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ *Cancellation dates are determined by our office business hours (Japan Standard Time). *For more details, please refer to the “General Conditions of Travel Agency Business”: https://setouchi-shinkibus.com/yakkan.pdf *If you wish to cancel, please contact us by e-mail as soon as possible. ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ E-mail: yui-olivia@shinkibus.co.jp Business hours: 10:00-17:00 Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, Japan National Holidays |
This tour is request-based only
Meeting Point
Exit the JR Lines (Hachijo East Side) ticket gates and leave the station. Cross the street and proceed straight towards KYOTO AVANTI. Turn left and cross the street again, heading towards the Tourist Bus Terminal. Our bus attendant will be waiting for you in front of our blue bus.
