Karato Port

Karato Port and the Teshima Art Museum in the small fishing village of Tonosho on Teshima island is a peaceful setting to experience modern art and nature. While staying in the village, you can take a boat tour of some of the nearby islands and enjoy the traditional island life of Japan. The area is known for its agricultural industries and its numerous views across the Seto Inland Sea. The Teshima Art Museum is a stunning building that has been designated both as a traditional architecture culture asset and as a work of contemporary art. It is a beautiful place to experience art and nature in an intimate setting. Other artworks around the village include White Drop, Ripple, Ana and Naoshima Hall of Time which provide for a relaxing stroll around the village. There are many other sites to explore in the surrounding area, such as the Oyamazumi Shrine, Teshima and Naoshima. The island boasts some of the most beautiful beaches of the islands, with plenty of activities and attractions to keep you occupied. Karato Port and Teshima Art Museum is definitely a memorable place to experience how traditional and modern can coexist and harmonize.