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Yakushima's certified and PRO guides will support you!
One-day tour to "Jomon Cedar", a giant tree you must see at least once in your life.This is a 22-km round-trip (10-hour) trekking tour to see the giant "Jomon Cedars" that represent Yakushima.
The divine sight of the Jomon cedars, located 1,300 meters above sea level, is a treasure of a lifetime that can only be experienced by those who have reached the summit. A certified Yakushima guide will guide you safely and enjoyably while explaining the history, flora, and fauna of the island.
Recommendations◆Guided by Yakushima certified and PRO guides
◆Participation from one person is also welcome!
Miyanoura - Awa area is available for pick up and drop off.
◆Photographs taken during the tour as a gift
◆Happy while climbingIncludes snacks from Yakushima Island
A highlight spot for Jomon cedar trekking!
Along the way, you will enjoy varied scenery, including trolley paths and authentic mountain trails. With the guide's commentary, you will be deeply moved by more than just walking.
Course Highlights(i)Wilson stock
This power spot is famous for its "heart-shaped" appearance when looking up from the interior cavity. The tree is estimated to be over 3,000 years old.
(2)royal cedar
This giant tree was considered the largest cedar until the rediscovery of the Jomon cedar. Towering over the steep slope, it is a powerful sight worthy of its name, "the Great King.
(iii)Jomon cedar (Cryptomeria japonica)
Tour destination. A solitary giant tree with the largest trunk circumference in Japan. You will be overwhelmed by its divine appearance that has survived the harsh nature of Yakushima.
Reliable support for physical fitness
Charter options for more luxuryThe tour is 10 hours long, but the guide will adjust the pace. For those who prefer to walk without worrying about their surroundings, we recommend the private tour option! If you are a beginner or have concerns about your physical strength, please feel free to contact us☆.
Please be sure to readThis tour is a full-scale mountaineering trip of approximately 22 km round-trip and takes about 10 hours.Clothing and physical condition of the customerDepending on the situation, the guide may ask you not to participate in the tour on the day of the tour. We ask for your understanding and cooperation to ensure safety first.
In addition, crampon rental is included during the winter season (December to February), but the course may be restricted due to snow conditions.
- Reference Schedule
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Hours. Tour Schedule 4:00 Pick-up at accommodation (Miyanoura - Awa area) Transfer to the Arakawa Climbing Bus to the trailhead. 5:30 Arrive at Arakawa trailhead and begin trekking!
➡︎ First, walk along the flat trolley path.10:00 From the entrance of the large stump trail to a full-scale mountain trail
➡︎We will pass by Wilson Stump and Daio Cedar to reach Jomon Cedar.
Lunch time is available.13:00 Arrival of Jomon cedars!
➡︎After admiring its grandeur, we started our descent.16:30 Arrive at the Arakawa trailhead and board the mountain bus. 18:00 Transportation to your accommodation *The above is a rough estimate. It may vary depending on weather and traffic conditions.
Take frequent breaks, about once an hour. - Course Content and Details
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Price 1 person (10 years and older):16,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
*If you are participating alone, you will be charged the rate for two people.
Option 》
For participants aged 60–69 (per group): +10,000 yen
For participants aged 70 or older (per group): +20,000 yen
Charter fee: 20,000 yen/pair*Additional expenses required*. Arakawa Climbing Bus Ticket
Junior high school students and older: 2,000 yen/round trip
Elementary school students: 1,000 yen/round trip
Mountain Club Environmental Conservation Cooperation Fund】Junior high school students and older
Day trip to the mountain: 1,000 yen
The above items are not included in the tour price. Please prepare them on the day of the tour or in advance.Fee includes Transportation, trekking guide fee, Yakushima snacks, crampon rental (only from December to February), consumption tax What to bring and wear Packed lunches for breakfast and lunch, trekking shoes (waterproof required), rainwear (top and bottom separates), backpack, drinks, active food, headlamp, towel, etc. Meeting and Dismissal Location Hotels in Miyanoura - Awa area (free pick-up and drop-off)
*If you would like a ride, please be sure to enter your accommodation details on the reservation form.Location Jomon Cedar, Yakushima Holding period Daily (weather and road conditions permitting) Age Range 10 years old and up Number of applicants From 1 person cofferdam By 12:00 pm of the previous day *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
*By the day beforeWe will call you to discuss the exact pick-up time and other details.
Details on what to wear and what to bring
attire
Trekking shoes (waterproof)
Rain wear (top and bottom separate type / Gore-Tex recommended)list of one's personal belongings
Required belongings 》
Bento (breakfast and lunch)
Sack (20-25 liters / recommended size for fall/winter is a size that can accommodate warm clothes)
Zack cover (size that fits the zack)
Drinks (several 500 ml plastic bottles or water bottles)
Gloves (military gloves or mountaineering gloves/waterproof and warm gloves are recommended for fall and winter)
Food (candy, chocolate, snacks, etc. to replenish salt and sugar)
household medicine
Copy of insurance card
Headlight (*Please contact us in advance if you do not have one)
Useful things to have
Stock (reduces stress on knees)
Folding umbrella (useful while moving and waiting)
Ziploc (waterproofing of electronic equipment)
(hand) towel
(facial) tissues
Portable toilets (*Preparation is available/fees will be charged when used)
Precautions 》
* If the guide determines that the tour is not feasible due to inclement weather, warnings, or road closures, a full refund will be given.
* All trash brought in will be taken home. Please cooperate in preserving the environment of Yakushima.
*The pick-up time given at the time of reservation is tentative. We will inform you of the exact pick-up time the day before the tour.
*Pick-up service is available from Miyanoura to Awa area. If you are staying outside of the Miyanoura-Awa area, please contact us using the reservation form.
Participation Limitations 》
*A minimum age of 10 years old is required to participate.
*If a guest's clothing or physical condition is inadequate, or if he/she is a nuisance to other guests, he/she may be asked to refrain from participating in the tour even on the same day at the discretion of the guide.
In such cases, we will not be able to refund any payment.
*In the event of bad weather conditions such as heavy rain, typhoon, thunderstorm, etc., or when warnings are issued (based on data from the Japan Meteorological Agency) or road traffic conditions make it difficult to conduct the tour on the day of the tour, full refunds will be made.
*There is a surcharge depending on the age of the participant (60+). Please be sure to select from the options.
* Please inform us in advance if you have any disease.
*For safety reasons, participation is limited to those who can understand explanations and instructions in Japanese.
*The insurance we provide is available only to residents of Japan. We ask that guests traveling from overseas purchase their own international travel insurance or similar coverage before departure to protect themselves in case of an emergency.
Cancellation Policy
30 to 17 business days prior (before 19:00): 10% of the total reservation amount
16 to 9 business days prior (before 19:00): 20% of the total reservation amount
8 to 3 business days prior (before 19:00): 30% of the total reservation amount
2 days prior to the reservation until 19:00 the day before: 50% of the total amount of the reservation
After 19:00 the day before: 100% of the total amount of the reservation - word of mouth
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Customers of this age group have participated in the event!
Percentage of review submissions]Total 6 items550代Posted in August 2026Although I was traveling alone, the certified guide was very friendly and chatted with me, so I was able to enjoy the long trek without feeling lonely. The emotion I felt when I stood face-to-face with the Jomon Sugi—a tree I’d always dreamed of seeing—was indescribable, and I spent a truly luxurious day completely immersed in the deep forests of Yakushima.
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550代Posted in July 2026The certified PRO guide was incredibly knowledgeable, and his explanations about the plants and history along the way were very educational. Although it was a long trek, thanks to the well-timed breaks and careful pacing, we were able to safely reach the Jomon Sugi. I was simply moved by its overwhelming presence.
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520代Posted in June 2026The Jomon Sugi trek was seriously amazing lol. It was a long hike, but our guide was so funny that I was laughing the whole time! When I finally saw the Jomon Sugi I’d been dreaming of, it was so huge that I was genuinely moved, and we even got snacks—the whole experience was absolutely the best!
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540代Month of posting: 2026/04I wasn’t confident in my stamina and was constantly worried before the tour whether I’d be able to walk for such a long time, but thanks to the guide, who adjusted our pace based on how I was doing and offered words of encouragement, I was able to successfully reach the Jomon Sugi! The sense of accomplishment and the emotion I felt upon arrival are indescribable. The Yakushima snacks we were given really hit the spot after my long, tiring hike. I’m so glad I took the plunge and gave it a try.
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530代Month of posting: 2026/04I'm so glad I hired a PRO guide. The pacing was perfect, and even the tough stretches were fun to get through. The Jomon Sugi was absolutely mind-blowing!
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520代Month of posting: 2026/04After walking along the long, long tram track, when I finally came upon the Jomon Sugi deep in the forest, its sheer majesty cleansed my soul. As I looked up at this giant tree that had lived for so many years in the silence, it felt as if my petty everyday worries were slowly melting away into the forest... It was a truly blissful and healing moment.
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| time zone | 4:00~18:00 |
| the time required | Approx. 14 hours |
| Holding period | year round |
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