Yakushima is full of attractions for a solo trip! We also introduce tours that allow you to fully enjoy the charms of Yakushima.
Recommended for first time visitors!
Introducing the attraction of traveling alone in Yakushima.

Yakushima Island, a World Natural Heritage site, is full of spectacular natural scenery. A solo trip to Yakushima is a great way to experience the beauty of the island.Recommended to take the time to enjoy the great outdoors!
In this issue, we will introduce the charms of traveling alone on Yakushima Island.
Be sure to use this as a reference for your next trip!
◆Those who want to know the charm and enjoyment of traveling alone in Yakushima.
◆If you want to know the recommended tours for a solo trip to Yakushima
◆For those who want to know the points of solo travel for women and men respectively.
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Tours Limited】【Yakushima/1 day】One private tour by a female guide! Completely customized tour☆Yakushima recommended natural spots and famous sightseeing spots are available upon request!開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours15,000 yen
Yakushima / 1 day] Fully chartered tour for your peace of mind! Jomon Cedars Trekking in Yakushima, a World Natural Heritage Site《Age 6 years old and up, pick-up and drop-off included》(No.90)開始時間4:00 - 7:00 p.m.所要時間1 day10,800 yen
Yakushima/3 hours] A leisurely walk through the mysterious forest in Yakusugiland!開始時間Morning and afternoon *Consultation required所要時間Approx. 3 hours9,760 yen 屋久島ひとり旅(1名参加OK)の
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How to get to Yakushima Island

If you are heading to YakushimaTwo ways of access by air and seaThere are
Go to Kagoshima from various locations and from there to Yakushima.
*Because it is a propeller-driven aircraft with a small number of seats, early reservations are recommended.
◆High-speed boat: Approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes to 2 hours and 45 minutes from Kagoshima Main Port South Pier.
◆Ferry: 4 hours from Kagoshima Main Port Minami Wharf
Choose the one that best suits your length of stay and budget!
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What is there to do in Yakushima? What to do? A complete guide to sightseeing attractions, from how to get there to recommended food and scenic tours.In Which Prefecture Is Yakushima Located? Check the Basic Information. Yakushima is a remote island belonging to Kagoshima Prefecture, located in the East China Sea about 130 km south of Kagoshima City, the southernmost point of Kyushu. In 1993, it became the first island in Japan to be designated a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, home to Yakus […] trees that are thousands of years old.
What is the attraction of a solo trip to Yakushima?

In order to accommodate the large number of tourists coming from home and abroad, there are a large number of tour guides.You can enjoy your trip alone without worries.
Yakushima is also safe in terms of public safety, so women can enjoy drinking and eating alone at night.
Here we will explain in detail the appeal of traveling alone on Yakushima Island!
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Yakushima Island/3 hours】March〜November limited!OK from 5 years old☆Encounter rate 80% or more! Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour *Free Photo & Movie (No.11)開始時間8:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 (March - October)所要時間Approx. 3 hours5,500 yen
Yakushima/One-Day] Shiratani-Unsui Gorge, Moss Forest to Taikoiwa Trekking☆Participation from 4 years old, 1-day course 《Pickup and drop-off included》(No.96開始時間Within 8:00-17:00 *Consultation required所要時間Approx. 6 hours13,420 yen
Yakushima/3 hours] May-October only! Charter SUP tour in the Awa River with excellent visibility 《6 years old and up, beginners welcome, pick-up and drop-off included》(No.89)開始時間5:00 - 3:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 3 hours8,500 yen 屋久島ひとり旅(1名参加OK)の
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(1) Many tours can be joined by one person.

In Yakushima, there are many tours that can be joined by one person, so you are sure to find a tour that suits you!
You'll be able to enjoy wonderful experiences unique to Yakushima that you couldn't have on your own!
Since I'm going to Yakushima IslandTaking a tour is recommended.It is.
(2) Flexible schedule changes

The good thing about traveling alone is that you can be as flexible as you wish.
You can go where you want to go and when you want to go.You can do whatever you want without feeling self-conscious!
急な予定を変更もOK!
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Yakushima Island/Half Day] Awa River River Kayak Tour ☆Abo River Kayak Tour 《1-person〜OK・360-degree camera photo gift》 (No.109)開始時間8:30 / 13:30所要時間Approx. 3.5 hours7,700 yen
Tours Limited] [Shiratani-unsui Gorge, Trekking] Private tour with a forest bathing female guide! One-day plan to visit the most suitable course for each customer in Shiratani-unsui Gorge 《Private and different tour according to your wish》 (No.16)開始時間8:00-17:00所要時間6 to 7 hours12,100 yen
Yakushima/3 hours] Shiratani-unsui Gorge: Leisurely trekking through mossy forests☆Chartered guided tour for ages 4 and up! Half Day Course (No.95)開始時間Morning and afternoon *Consultation required所要時間Approx. 3 hours9,760 yen
(3) There are many guest houses where one person can easily stay overnight.

Yakushima Island has a lower price range than hotels.Accommodations like minshuku and guesthouses that are easily accessible for solo travelersare many!
Since guests are so close to one another, one of the highlights is how easy it is to strike up conversations with other guests!
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4) Enjoy meeting people at the destination.

Traveling alone,Opportunities to talk with fellow solo travelers and localsAlso!
One of the unique charms of traveling alone is being able to enjoy the encounters you have along the way!
How to enjoy Yakushima solo trip by men and women and
Explanation of key points

Yakushima is an easy destination for solo travelers, but the style of travel and points of emphasis differ from person to person.
Here are some recommendations for how to enjoy and spend time with each gender.
Style that suits youand enjoy the great nature of Yakushima!
Keep a reasonable schedule and take safety precautions.
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Yakushima Island/One-Day] A relaxing walk in the mysterious forest at Yakusugiland!開始時間Within 8:00-17:00 *Consultation required所要時間Approx. 6 hours13,420 yen
Yakushima/approx. 9 hours] Trekking to "Moss Forest" and "Taikoiwa" with a chartered female guide! Lunch box in a beautiful forest♪ Mountain climbing debut welcome《with pickup and drop-off》(No.107).開始時間7:30~16:30所要時間Approx. 9 hours13,000 yen
Yakushima Island/One-day】Deep Breathing in Yakusugiland☆Forest bathing tour in the forest reserved for the five senses《4-year-participation OK, with pickup and drop-off》 (No.94)開始時間Within 8:00-17:00, negotiable所要時間Approx. 6 hours13,420 yen 屋久島ひとり旅(1名参加OK)の
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Fun for women traveling alone.

Yakushima is a relatively safe island, and the large number of tourists makes it easy for a single person to feel safe and comfortable.
If you take a guided tour,Reduced mobility and safety concernsYou can visit the sights efficiently while
Trekking, SUP and canoeing in Shiratani-unsui GorgeActivities such as these can easily be enjoyed by a single participant,For those who want to refresh themselves in natureperfect circle
女性の一人旅におすすめ!
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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 hours17,600 yen
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 hours11,000 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 hours13,500 yen
Recommended fun for men traveling alone.

For men traveling alone,Active style to enjoy the dynamic nature of Yakushimais popular☆.
Jomon cedar trekking, serious mountain climbing, divingYou can enjoy a trip with a sense of accomplishment through a variety of activities that allow you to enjoy nature while moving your body, such as the following ◎Japanese only
Also,Rent a car and drive around the islandThis way, you can visit the most spectacular spots at your own pace and travel with a high degree of freedom.
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Yakushima Island/3.5 hours】We welcome beginners to experience the mysterious sensation! Encounter rate is more than 80%! Sea Turtle Experience Diving ★Free Photo (No.64)開始時間8:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 (March - October)所要時間Approx. 3.5 hours12,000 yen
Yakushima Island / 3 hours] Beginners are welcome to experience diving 1 dive course with free underwater photography! (No.8)開始時間8:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 (March - October)所要時間Approx. 3 hours7,000 yen
Yakushima Island/4.5 hours]Beginners are welcome☆Trial Diving 2 Dive Course (No.63)開始時間8:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00所要時間Approx. 4.5 hours14,000 yen Yakushima Diving Tour
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What is the budget for a solo trip to Yakushima?

To enjoy Yakushima, we recommend at least 3 days and 2 nights of travel!
If you visit from Tokyo for 2 nights and 3 days, the cost of transportation, accommodation, and tour participation will also be included.About 100,000 yen is required.I am sure you will.
Prices can vary significantly depending on the hotel or tour you book, so be sure to plan a trip that suits you best!
When traveling alone in Yakushima without a car
Means of transportation

It is convenient to have a rental car on Yakushima, though,Traveling alone without a car is possible.It is.
It is recommended to take a tour with a pick-up service, but it is also possible to participate without a car.
Buses are infrequent, so advance confirmation is required.
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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 hours17,600 yen
Yakushima / 1 day] Fully chartered tour for your peace of mind! Jomon Cedars Trekking in Yakushima, a World Natural Heritage Site《Age 6 years old and up, pick-up and drop-off included》(No.90)開始時間4:00 - 7:00 p.m.所要時間1 day10,800 yen
Yakushima/One-day] Shiratani-unsui Gorge: Forest Bathing to Loosen Body and Mind☆Private guided tour to enjoy the mossy forest with all five senses《4-year-old participants OK, transportation included》(No.97).開始時間Within 8:00-17:00 *Consultation required所要時間Approx. 6 hours13,420 yen Yakushima Island
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January: 124 cases, February: 89 cases, March: 214 cases, April: 316 cases, May: 561 cases, June: 499 cases, July: 589 cases, August: 476 cases, September: 565 cases, October: 601 cases (annual peak), November: 340 cases, December: 199 cases
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Recommended tours for solo travelers in Yakushima

There are many tours in Yakushima that can be joined by solo travelers.
Take the tour,Nature of YakushimaEnjoy the "Mere Old Man" to the fullest!
Participation from 1 person is OK!
Click here for a list of recommended tours.
trekking tour

The purpose of the trekking is toEnjoy walking in the mountainsThe place called!
In Yakushima, the classic sightseeing spots "Jomon Cedars" and "Shiratani Unsuikyo" are both not to be missed.
You can choose the course that best suits your fitness and schedule!
1人参加OK!
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Yakushima / 1 day】One-day trekking tour with a certified PRO guide! One-day trekking tour of "Jomon Cedars" 《One person participation OK・Yakushima snacks included》(No. 100).開始時間4:00~18:00所要時間Approx. 14 hours16,500 yen
Yakushima Island/1 day] Leisurely trekking tour to the heart-shaped power spot "Wilson's Stump"☆《With bus transportation to the Arakawa trailhead♪ (No.23)開始時間5:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 11 hours15,000 yen
Yakushima / 1 Day] To the Mysterious Forest! Shiratani-unsui Gorge & Taikoiwa Trekking Tour☆Accredited PRO guide & Yakushima snacks included (No. 101)開始時間8:00~15:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours12,000 yen Yakushima mountain climbing and trekking tours
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SUP

SUP stands for "stand-up paddleboarding," a popular marine activity in which paddlers paddle through the water.
It is easy to think that it would be difficult to advance on the board,Even beginners can enjoy it easily.So, you can participate with peace of mind.

The large, thick SUP boards are highly buoyant and their stability is excellent.
Even for beginners, standing on a board on the water is not that difficult!
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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
[Yakushima / Half-Day] Kayaking & SUP Experience on the Awa River ☆ Choose Between Morning or Afternoon Sessions 《Small Groups · Open to Ages 5 and Up!》 (No. 134)開始時間: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 3 hours7,000 yen
canoe

Canoeing is for men and women of all ages.Anyone can experience it.This is a very popular activity.
Canoes are more stable than they look, and even beginners can easily enjoy them! There is almost no risk of capsizing, even for first-timers.
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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
snorkeling

Snorkeling is a marine activity for beginners.Challenging activitiesIt is.
Visitors can enjoy a variety of fish species, the rich topography of the seafloor, and the beautiful changes of light shining through the sea.

Snorkeling is not a problem even if you are not a good swimmer.
The appeal of snorkeling is that it can be enjoyed easily even by those who are not confident in their physical strength or the elderly!
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Yakushima/Half Day】Snorkeling experience in the crystal clear ocean☆A certified guide will take you to the underwater world of excitement 《Private use, 360 degree camera photo present》(No.112).開始時間9:00 / 13:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 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 & Snorkeling Tour with Lunch Box & Pick-up Service (No.3)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours14,850 yen Yakushima Snorkeling Tour
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diving

You can enjoy the mysterious sea as much as you want.Diving!
Dive deep into the ocean to observe the undersea topography and get up close and personal with coral reefs and sea turtles.
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Yakushima/Half Day] Experience Diving in Clear Water☆A certified guide will take you to the underwater world of excitement 《Private Party / 360 degree photo present》(No.110).開始時間: 8:30 / 1:00 PM所要時間Approx. 3.5 hours12,100 yen
Yakushima Island/One-Day] Awa River River Kayak and Beach Experience Diving Tour ☆Abo River River Kayak and Beach Experience Diving Tour《Comes with 360-degree camera photos and lunch》(No.111).開始時間8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8.5 hours16,500 yen
Yakushima Island / 4 hours / Small group] Beginners up to 60 years old are welcome!開始時間8:00-12:00 / 12:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 4 hours9,900 yen Yakushima Diving Tour
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Island Sightseeing (Eco-tour)

Yakushima Island hasAttractive natural spots, including a World Heritage forestis a lot of fun!
Why not enjoy sightseeing on the island while carefully observing nature?
An experienced local guide will tell you all about Yakushima's natural environment!
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Tours Limited] [Trekking in Yakushima] A female guide will take you on a private tour! One-day course to visit Okawa Falls, Inaka Beach, Yokogawa Valley, and recommended spots 《Photo Free》(No.87).開始時間8:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 8 hours12,100 yen
[Yakushima / 1 Day] Enjoy Both Sightseeing and the Forest to the Fullest♪ A "Best of Both Worlds" Forest Hike Tour to Encounter Wildlife on the Western Forest Road 《Exclusive Private Tour with Transportation Included》 (No. 114)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours17,440 yen
Yakushima Island/One-day charter] 75-year-olds can also join this tour! Unexplored spots known only to the guide☆This tour is completely tailor-made to meet your needs (No.42)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 8 hours14,500 yen
Can I enjoy it without a guide?
Points to keep in mind when traveling alone on Yakushima Island

Yakushima can be visited without a guide, but care should be taken when trekking or in mountainous areas.
Relatively well-maintained trails such as Shiratani-unsui Gorge can be walked by individuals, though,Guided tours are available for longer courses such as Jomon cedar trekking.It is.
Considering safety and natural commentary,Tour participation is recommended for beginners.It is.
Yakushima Solo Trip
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About Solo Travel in Yakushima
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes, Yakushima is a popular destination for solo travelers. Trekking, nature walks, drives, and other activities allow visitors to enjoy nature at their own pace, and are recommended for travelers who want to spend time in peace and quiet.
Two to three nights is recommended for a solo trip to Yakushima. You can enjoy Jomon cedar trekking, walking in Shiratani Unsui Gorge, and driving around the island at a leisurely pace.
Yes, there are many guided tours on Yakushima that can be joined by a single person. Jomon cedar trekking, Shiratani-unsuikyo trekking, and kayaking are popular activities that can be enjoyed by a single person.
A rental car is convenient for sightseeing in Yakushima. Since the island is large and the number of buses is limited, a car will allow you to move smoothly to tourist spots and trailheads.
For a solo trip, we recommend walking in the forests of Shiratani-unsui Gorge, Okawa Falls, or driving along the coast. You can spend a relaxing time in the quiet nature and take your time to feel the charm of Yakushima.
When trekking, it is important to make a reasonable plan and pay attention to the weather and equipment. Since it rains frequently on Yakushima Island, it is a good idea to prepare rainwear and other rain protection.
summary

Traveling alone for the first time may make you feel uneasy. However, traveling alone allows you to take your time and enjoy the wilderness of Yakushima at your own pace,You can enjoy the charm of Yakushima to the fullest.
Why not visit Yakushima Island, which is full of nature?
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