The weather, temperature, suitable clothing, what to bring, and recommended activities for November in Yakushima!

What is November like in Yakushima?

Yakushima, a treasure trove of nature, is visited by many tourists during the high season of summer.

Many people may feel that "summer is the best season, so I can't enjoy the colder fall season."

Autumn is a popular activity in YakushimaThe best season for "TrekkingIt is!

In this issue, we will introduce November in Yakushima.If you read this, you will want to go to Yakushima for your fall trip♪

Weather (temperature) in November in Yakushima

In November, the leaves begin to change color and fall completely.

Temperatures in Yakushima in November are,Warmth comparable to September-October in Kanto regionHowever,The mornings and evenings may feel chilly.

Yakushima Island has a lot of precipitation, but throughout the yearNovember is a relatively dry season.will be.

Also, the typhoon season will end in early October, and there will be many dry and sunny days.

Recommended November Clothing and Things to Bring in Yakushima

Highs can reach 20 degrees Celsius or higher on some days.Therefore, if you are active during the day, you can wear short sleeves.

As it can get cold in the morning and evening, a jacket that can be quickly thrown on, such as a parka, is useful!

Also, since temperatures are cooler at higher elevations than on the plains, those who plan to trek should also bring a heavy jacket.

Trekking in Yakushima often involves long walks, and the time before sunset is shorter in autumn,Be prepared with headlights.The trekking can be done in a single day.

Events to be enjoyed in November in Yakushima

Yakushima Dream Festival

Activities in Yakushima in November

Here are some recommended activities that can be enjoyed on Yakushima Island in autumn.

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trekking tour

Trekking tours are,The most popular activity in YakushimaIt is no exaggeration to say.

As the temperature drops in the fall, the load is less demanding and easier to move than in the summer.

Although daylight hours will be shorter, the typhoon season will pass and the number of rainy days will decrease.

This is the best season for trekking because the conditions are better than in summer.

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Yakushima/Half-day charter] Even 75-year-olds can participate! Trekking tour to enjoy the Mononoke Forest of "Shiratani-unsui Gorge," which was the setting of a movie (No.39)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours10,000 yen

Yakushima/One-day charter] 75-year-olds can also join this tour! You can choose the route ☆ "Shiratani-unsui Gorge" of mossy forest & "Taikoiwa" of 1,050m high "Trekking tour with spectacular view (No.40)開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours12,000 yen

Yakushima/Chartered]75 years old people can also join this tour! Popular among mountaineers☆Eco-trekking tour to Kyushu's highest peak "Miyanoura-dake", one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan (No.41)開始時間4:00-18:00所要時間Approx. 10 hours18,000 yen

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Yakushima Mountain Climbing/Trekking Tour Let's enjoy trekking (mountain climbing) to the unexplored region of Yakushima, a World Heritage Site! Trekking is one of the most popular activities to enjoy the nature of Yakushima. You can fully experience the fantastic scenery of lush green forests, beautiful rivers, and ancient trees [...]. (32 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Canoe/Kayak

This activity involves paddling a small boat for one or two people using paddles to move around on the water.

Careful lectures by guidesis available for those who are trying it for the first time.

Many short tours.It is also a great point that you can easily join in the afternoon of the day you arrive or the morning of the day you leave.

Why not incorporate it into your free time on your travel itinerary?

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Yakushima Island/3 hours] Beginners welcome☆River kayak tour on the Awa River, the No.1 and largest river in Yakushima, a World Natural Heritage site (No.82)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours7,700 yen

Yakushima / 1 Day] Shiratani-unsui Gorge (up to moss forest) Trekking & Awa River Kayak Tour (No.5)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours17,050 yen

Yakushima Island/One-Day River Kayak & Snorkeling Tour (with free rental of underwater digital camera and lunch)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours13,200 yen

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Yakushima River Kayak Canoe Tour Welcome to join alone☆Explore the deep nature! Introducing Yakushima Canoe and Kayak Tours Canoeing (kayaking) tours in Yakushima are activities in which you can paddle while enjoying the rich nature. You can enjoy the unique charm of Yakushima while observing the unique ecosystem [...]. (4 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

SUP

Stand-up paddleboarding, popular in Hawaii and Okinawa, can be enjoyed on Yakushima Island.

Even in mid-November.You will be able to enjoy the pleasant breeze without feeling cold.

Not only the body in Yakushima, which is surrounded by abundant nature,Healing Activities for the SoulÂ

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Yakushima Island/3 hours] Beginners welcome☆Leisurely SUP tour on the Awa River, the No.1 and largest river in Yakushima, a World Natural Heritage site★Photo free (No.83)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours7,700 yen

Yakushima Island / 1 Day] 70 years old and up OK! Let's spend the whole day playing!開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours13,200 yen

Shiratani Unsui Gorge Trekking & SUP Tour (with packed lunch & pick-up) (No.10)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours17,050 yen

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Yakushima SUP and Stand Up Paddle Tour Let's enjoy SUP in Yakushima, a luxurious time surrounded by nature! SUP stands for "Stand Up Paddle Surfing", a marine activity in which you ride on a special board like a surfboard and paddle on the water. SUP [...]. (4 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Recommended sightseeing spots in Yakushima in November

November on Yakushima is the perfect season to enjoy cool weather and autumn foliage.

Here are three recommended tourist spots.

Shiratani Unsui Gorge (Shiratani Unsui Gorge)

It is one of the most popular spots on Yakushima, and November is a particularly beautiful season for autumn foliage.

Shiratani Unsui Gorge is a mossy forest said to have served as the model for Princess Mononoke, and offers a fantastic atmosphere.

Trekking is popular, and there are well-maintained courses that even beginners can easily try.

Basic Information on Shiratani-unsui Gorge

Address: Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture
Access: 30 minutes by car from Miyanoura Port

Shiratani Unsui Gorge   Shiratani Unsui Gorge, located on a tributary of the Miyanoura River, is one of the most popular wildernesses in Yakushima. It is said that Hayao Miyazaki, the director of Studio Ghibli, visited Shiratani Unsui Gorge many times and used it as the setting for the movie "Princess Mononoke.

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Yakushima/Half-day charter] Even 75-year-olds can participate! Trekking tour to enjoy the Mononoke Forest of "Shiratani-unsui Gorge," which was the setting of a movie (No.39)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours10,000 yen

Yakushima/One-day charter] 75-year-olds can also join this tour! You can choose the route ☆ "Shiratani-unsui Gorge" of mossy forest & "Taikoiwa" of 1,050m high "Trekking tour with spectacular view (No.40)開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours12,000 yen

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Yakushima Shiratani-unsui Gorge Trekking Tour Shiratani-unsui Gorge is one of the popular sightseeing spots in Yakushima, where you can enjoy a fantastic forest atmosphere. It was the model for the deep primitive forest that appears in the popular movie [...]. (14 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Jomon cedar (Cryptomeria japonica)

The symbol of Yakushima is the giant Yakusugi cedar (Jomon cedar), which is approximately 7,200 years old.

The cooler weather in November makes trekking relatively comfortable.

It requires physical strength to visit, but its overwhelming presence is worth seeing.

Basic Information on Jomon Cedars

Address: Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture
Access: 5 hours one way on foot from Arakawa trailhead

Yakushima - Jomon Cedars   What is Jomon Cedar? Jomon Cedar is the symbol of Yakushima, nestled in a deep forest. It is said to be several thousand years old, and since its discovery in 1966, it has become the thickest cedar in Japan. The rough, wavy bark of the tree resembles Jomon pottery [...].

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Yakushima/Chartered]Even 75-year-olds can participate! You can choose the route according to your fitness level☆Estimated age of the 7200-year-old "Jomon Cedar" trekking tour (No.38)開始時間4:00-18:00所要時間Approx. 10 hours16,000 yen

Yakushima】Yakushima's oldest cedar tree, Yakusugi, is a World Heritage Site! 7,200 year old "Jomon Cedar" Trekking Tour (No.67)開始時間4:00-17:00所要時間Approx. 8 to 10 hours15,400 yen

Yakushima】This is a great deal for a 2-day set tour! Enjoy the tour of "Jomon Cedars" and "Shiratani-Unsui Gorge" trekking!開始時間: (Day 1) 4:00-5:00 p.m.
(Day 2) 7:45-16:00所要時間: (Day 1) approx. 10 hrs.
(Day 2) Approx. 7 hours28,600 yen

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Yakushima Jomon Cedar Trekking Tour  One of the largest and most representative giant trees of Yakushima Jomon Cedar Trekking Tour Jomon Cedar is the symbol of Yakushima. It is said to be the oldest plant in the world, and is one of the largest and oldest Yakusugi cedar trees, being thick and large. The trunk of the giant tree, which has lived for 7200 years, is very uneven and its [...]. (5 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Okawa Falls

Okawa Falls, selected as one of the top 100 waterfalls in Japan, is a spectacular spot where visitors can feel the power of nature on Yakushima.

The power of the waterfall, cascading down from a height of 88 meters, is breathtaking and ideal for refreshing in the cool November air.

Basic information on Okawa Falls

Address: Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture
Access: 50 minutes by car from Awa Port

Yakushima-Ogawa Falls   About Okawa Falls The largest waterfall on Yakushima Island is Okawa Falls, which has been selected as one of the 100 most famous waterfalls in Japan. It is located at the southern entrance of the western forest road in Yakushima Town. The waterfall rises 88 meters from a rugged granite cliff to a height of 9 [...].

summary

Canoeing and SUP have a strong image of being summer-only activities, but thanks to Yakushima's warm climate, they can be enjoyed even in November.

Many activities as well as trekkingYakushima Island in November, full of attractionsPlease visit us at

Read this article to check what to bring and more before you travel.

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