Overview
Inujima is a 133-acre island with fewer than 100 full-time residents, yet it hosts world-class contemporary art inside an abandoned copper refinery and five renovated houses. The island was named after a 3.6-m-high rock shaped like a dog, and a legend credits poet Sugawara no Michizane with being saved by a dog's call that led him here.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · Festivals · Island
Before you go
Food
Only a few small cafes exist near the port. Bring your own food and water, especially if staying overnight.
Money
Cash is essential on the island; there are no ATMs. Budget ¥2,060 if visiting the art museums, ¥1,020 for camping.
Timing
Art museums close Tuesdays and have reduced hours in winter (also closed Thu–Fri in winter). Ferry schedules are limited; check online before visiting.
Transport
No vehicles on the island; everything is accessed on foot. Bring a printed map or save one to your phone before arrival.
