Name: Yakushima/7 hours] Shiratani Unsui Gorge and Taikoiwa Morning Trekking Tour! Avoid the crowds and go to the mysterious forest and spectacular panoramic view (No. 102)
Brand: Yakushima Activities
SKU: trekking102
Price: 13500 JPY
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (5 reviews)

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Contents and Details

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Amount of money	1 person (10 years and older):13,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
time zone	5:30~12:30
the time required	Approx. 7 hours
Holding period	year round

Features of this plan

Taiko Rock, Hiking

Yakushima's certified and PRO guides will support you!
Moss Forest" surrounded by morning silence, "Taikoiwa," a spectacular view spot

This is a special morning tour to avoid the daytime crowds and enjoy Shiratani-unsui Gorge in the fresh early morning air.

Pass through the mysterious "moss forest," said to have served as a model for a movie, to the 1,050-meter-high "Taikoiwa" (drum-shaped rock). The 360-degree panoramic view from the summit is a moment of bliss that only early risers can enjoy. Enjoy the leisurely flow of island time and the breath of the virgin forest with all your senses.

Recommendations

◆Guided by Yakushima certified and PRO guides
◆Quiet forest all to yourself first thing in the morning! Avoiding the crowds
Panoramic view from "Taikoiwa," a spectacular spot on ◆ Island
Pick-up and drop-off service is included.Includes snacks from Yakushima Island
◆Finish in the morning! Afternoon can be used for sightseeing and transportation at leisure.

Taiko Rock, Hiking

The highlight spot of the Taikoiwa Morning Trek!

The forest looks fantastic in the early morning light, which is different from the daytime.

Course Highlights

(i)ark (i.e. formed by striking a rock with a glacier on top)
On a clear day, this is a spectacular spot with a view of Miyanoura-dake, Kyushu's highest peak. The view in the fresh morning air will be a memory you will cherish forever.

(2)mossy forest
A mysterious space surrounded by a blanket of greenery. The moss wet with morning dew shines even more brilliantly, looking like something out of a movie.

(iii)hedge cedar (Cedrus deodara)
This is a famous spot in Shiratani Unsui Gorge where visitors can pass through a large root cavity. You can feel the life force of the powerful Yakusugi cedar up close.

Taiko Rock, Hiking

Reliable support for physical fitness
Early morning departure for a full day

The tour takes about 7 hours, but the guide will go slowly at your pace. The tour departs early in the morning and returns around 12:30 p.m., so you can make the most of your afternoon. Beginners are also welcome to experience the quiet forest first. ☆☆☆

Please be sure to read

This tour departs around 5:30 a.m.

Breakfast Lunchmust be prepared in advance (in many cases, this can be arranged at the accommodation).

A separate forest environment maintenance cooperation fee of 500 yen is also required. We ask for your understanding and cooperation in attire and physical condition for a safe and comfortable tour.

Reference Schedule

Hours.	Tour Schedule
5:30	Pick-up at accommodation (Miyanoura - Awa area)
6:00	Arrival at Shiratani-unsui Gorge ➡︎ After completing the entry procedures, trekking begins!
8:30	Go through "moss forest" to "taikoiwa (drum-shaped rock) ➡︎ Enjoy the spectacular view in the clear morning air.
10:00	We descended the mountain slowly, visiting the cedars and other places. ➡︎Time for a delicious Yakushima snack on the way!
12:00	Departure from Shiratani-unsui Gorge
12:30	Transportation to your accommodation

*The above is a rough estimate. It is subject to change due to weather and traffic conditions.

Course Content and Details

Price

1 person (10 years and older): 13,500suffix 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 70 or older (per group): +10,000 yen
Charter fee: 20,000 yen

*Additional expenses required*.

Cooperation money for the promotion of forest environment improvement
High school students and older: 500 yen
Not included in the tour price. Please pay at the site on the day of the tour.

Fee includes

Transportation, trekking guide fee, Yakushima snacks, consumption tax

What to bring and wear

Breakfast lunch, trekking shoes (waterproof required), rainwear (top and bottom separates), sack (20-25L), drinks, action food, headlamp, towel, etc.

Meeting and Dismissal Location

Hotels in Miyanoura - Awa area (free pick-up and drop-off)

Location

Shiratani Unsui Gorge, Taikoiwa

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

Yakushima Trekking
Trekking shoes (waterproof)
Rain wear (top and bottom separate type / Gore-Tex recommended)

list of one's personal belongings

Yakushima Trekking

Required belongings 》

Breakfast 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 (*If you do not have one, we can arrange one for you)

Useful things to have

Stock (reduces stress on knees)
folding umbrella
Ziploc
Towels and tissues
Portable toilets (*Preparations are available onsite/charged when used)

Precautions 》

* If the guide determines that the tour is not feasible due to inclement weather (heavy rain, typhoon, thunderstorm, etc.), warnings, or road closures, a full refund will be given.
* We are unable to respond to sudden illnesses in the mountains. Please inform us in advance if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.
* All trash brought in will be taken home. Please cooperate in preserving the environment.
* The pick-up time at the time of reservation is tentative. The guide will inform you of the exact time the day before.
* Pick-up service is available in the Miyanoura-Awa area. If you are staying in other areas, please contact us using the reservation form.

Participation Limitations 》

* Participants must be at least 10 years old.
* There is a surcharge for those over 70 years of age. Please be sure to select from the options.
* The guide reserves the right to refuse participation on the day of the tour (non-refundable) in case of improper attire, poor physical condition, or any other behavior that may cause inconvenience to other guests.
*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

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User_xbyz20代

Posted in July 2026

That early-morning hike was seriously amazing lol. There was hardly anyone around, and the atmosphere in the mossy forest was so emotional that I took tons of pictures! The view from Taiko Rock was also amazing—it totally got me hyped. I’m so glad I got up early lol.

User_icdh40代

Posted in June 2026

Since it was an early morning hike, there weren’t many people around, and I was able to enjoy a pleasant walk through the quiet forest. The panoramic view from Taiko Rock was also spectacular. The guide was very professional, and I’d love to use their services again.

User_dqow40代

Posted in June 2026

I wasn’t confident in my stamina and was worried about whether I’d be able to make it all the way, but thanks to the guide’s warm support, I was able to walk the entire route. Since the trek started early in the morning, the forest was shrouded in silence, and the moss-covered scenery was truly mystical. The moment I saw the view from Taiko Rock, all my fatigue vanished in an instant.

User_rlbn30代

Month of posting: 2026/05

It went very smoothly. Since we left early in the morning, there weren’t many people around, which was great because I could walk at my own pace. The guide’s explanations were spot-on, and I was able to quietly enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view from Taiko Rock. I’ll definitely use this tour again the next time I visit Yakushima.

User_rmdg50代

Month of posting: 2026/04

We set out while it was still dim outside and began walking through the forest, feeling the crisp morning air. Since there were few people around at that time of day, only the chirping of birds and the sound of the wind echoed through the woods, creating a truly luxurious atmosphere. When I eventually arrived at Taiko Rock, the magnificent panorama spreading out before me and the mountains bathed in the morning sun were so beautiful that I was left speechless with awe. It was well worth getting up early.