Percent Map travel guild (2026-08-03): Pumpkin Returns to Naoshima's Shore

After being swept away by a typhoon, Yayoi Kusama’s iconic yellow pumpkin has found its way back to the pier on Naoshima Island. The sculpture, which has become synonymous with the island since 1994, was welcomed by local residents and officials alike in October. If you're planning a trip through Japan this August, be sure to visit Naoshima while temperatures are warm and sunny for an unforgettable art experience.