Percent Map travel guild (2026-08-08): Naoshima's Pumpkin Returns, Brining Joy to the Art Island

Yayoi Kusama's iconic yellow pumpkin has returned to its spot on Naoshima Island following damage from last year's typhoon. The sculpture, a symbol of the island since 1994, was celebrated by locals and officials alike upon its reinstalling this autumn. As summer heats up, don’t miss visiting Naoshima in August when the temperature is ideally sunny at around +30°C.