Which Prefecture Is Yakushima In? A Simple Guide to the Address and Pronunciation of Yakushima Town, Kagoshima Prefecture
In which prefecture is Yakushima located?
The answer is "Kagoshima Prefecture."
Yakushima is an island in Kagoshima Prefecture.It is.
The address is "Yakushima-cho, Kumage District, Kagoshima Prefecture," and it is pronounced "Yakushima."
Although it is sometimes mistaken for Okinawa Prefecture due to its image as a southern island, it is actually a remote island in Kagoshima Prefecture, located about 60 km south-southwest of Cape Sata on the Osumi Peninsula—the southernmost tip of mainland Kyushu—out in the open sea.
In this article, we’ll explain in an easy-to-understand way which prefecture and town Yakushima belongs to, how to write and read its address, and how to get there from Kagoshima Prefecture!
◆How to Write and Pronounce Addresses on Yakushima
◆Reasons Why It Is Easily Mistaken for Okinawa Prefecture
◆How to Get from Kagoshima Prefecture to Yakushima
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The address for Yakushima is "Yakushima-cho, Kumage District, Kagoshima Prefecture."
In terms of administrative divisions, Yakushima isYakushima Town, Kumage District, Kagoshima PrefectureIt belongs to .
When writing an address, use the format “Kagoshima Prefecture, Kumage District, Yakushima Town + neighborhood name.” For example, the address for Chihiro Falls is “Kagoshima Prefecture, Kumage District, Yakushima Town, Mugi.”
○ District/Town: Kumage District, Yakushima Town
○ Pronunciation: Yakushima (English spelling: Yakushima)
Islands included in Yakushima Town: Yakushima and Kuchinoerabu Island
○ Location: Approximately 60 km south-southwest of Cape Sata, approximately 135 km south of Kagoshima City
Yakushima Town was established in 2007.
Today, Yakushima Town is,On October 1, 2007, Kamiyaku Town and Yakushima Town merged.And so it was born.
As a remnant of the time when the northern part of the island was Kamiyaku Town and the southern part was Yakushima Town, the atmosphere still varies slightly from one district to another.
In addition, Yakushima Town is located west of Yakushima Island,Kuchinoerabu Island...is also included.
Please note that there is no municipality called “Yakushima City.” The correct name is “Yakushima Town,” so be sure to keep this in mind when writing addresses!
Yakushima is pronounced "Yakushima."
Yakushima Island is"Yakushima"reads as follows.
The Romanized and English spelling is “Yakushima,” and this spelling is used in guidebooks and maps from overseas as well.
The cedar trees that grow naturally on the island are called “Yakusugi,” and the island’s highest peak is called “Miyanoura-dake.”
If you learn how to pronounce words before your trip, it’ll make conversations and reading signs there a breeze! ◎
Is Yakushima part of Okinawa Prefecture?
Islands and Prefectures That Are Easily Confused
Because of its subtropical vegetation and beautiful ocean, quite a few people mistakenly believe that Yakushima is part of Okinawa Prefecture.
However,Yakushima is in Kagoshima PrefectureIt is.
In addition to Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture has many other remote islands, including Amami Oshima and Yoron Island, which are also part of Kagoshima Prefecture.
○ Tanegashima: Kagoshima Prefecture
○ Kuchinoerabu Island: Kagoshima Prefecture
○ Amami Oshima: Kagoshima Prefecture
○ Yoron Island: Kagoshima Prefecture
○ Main Island of Okinawa: Okinawa Prefecture
If you'd like to see exactly where Yakushima is located in Kagoshima Prefecture on a map, please check out this article.
View Yakushima's location on a map
A Special Island in Kagoshima Prefecture
Why Yakushima Is Famous
Yakushima is,In 1993, it was inscribed as a World Natural Heritage Site alongside the Shirakami Mountains—the first such designation in Japan.It is an island that was...
The forest of Yakusugi cedars, some of which are over 1,000 years old, and the vegetation that varies from the coast to the mountaintops were recognized.
Among the remote islands of Kagoshima Prefecture, it stands out as a special destination that attracts many tourists from all over the country who come to enjoy its natural beauty.
↓Click here for more details on why Yakushima was designated a World Heritage Site↓
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How to Get from Kagoshima Prefecture to Yakushima Island
Since you can't reach Yakushima by land,Airplane or shipWe will use it.
Even within Kagoshima Prefecture, since it is located about 135 km south of Kagoshima City, be sure to check your transportation options and travel time in advance.
About 40 minutes from Kagoshima Airport
About 1 hour and 50 minutes from Itami Airport
About 1 hour and 10 minutes from Fukuoka Airport
○ High-speed boats (Toppi, Rocket)
Approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes to 3 hours from the South Pier of Kagoshima Main Port
○ Ferry (Yakushima Ferry No. 2)
It takes about 4 hours to travel from the South Pier at Kagoshima Main Port to Miyanoura Port.
*Please note that flight schedules and fares are subject to change depending on the season, so please check the official websites of each airline for the latest information.
Activities to Enjoy on Yakushima
On Yakushima, you can enjoy experiences unique to the island, ranging from forest hikes to activities on the ocean and in the rivers.
If any of these activities catch your eye, be sure to check out the detailed articles on each one!
↓Hiking↓
↓SUP↓
↓Snorkeling↓
↓Canoe↓
↓Diving↓
↓Island Sightseeing (Eco-Tour)↓
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In which prefecture is Yakushima located?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Yakushima Island isYakushima Town, Kumage District, Kagoshima PrefectureIt is an island located in [...], and is pronounced "Yakushima."
Although it is sometimes mistaken for Okinawa Prefecture, it is actually a remote island in Kagoshima Prefecture, located just south of the Kyushu mainland, and is known as Japan’s first island to be designated a World Natural Heritage Site.
Since Yakushima is easily accessible from Kagoshima by plane or boat, be sure to go and experience its magnificent natural beauty!
View Yakushima's location on a map
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