- Features of this plan
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Participation age for this plan isUp to age 70It is.
Beginners are welcome! Heal your mind and body☆.
Trekking tour from Shiratani-unsui Gorge to TaikoiwaThis one-day course passes through the Mononoke Forest, the setting of the movie Princess Mononoke, and heads for Taikoiwa, the summit of Shiratani Unsui Gorge.
You can enjoy all weather, with the moss glistening on sunny days and moist moss when it rains!
Recommendations◆with a shuttle service
No need to worry about getting lost to access the site.◆For people of all ages
Open to participants from 6 to 70 years old◆Held even in the rain
You can feel the blessings of nature brought by the rains of Yakushima.◆Authentic trekking can be easily enjoyed.
Experienced guides give advice on how to walk.
A fantastic space woven with moss!
Shiratani-unsui Gorge, a spot that cannot be missed on YakushimaAs Yakushima Natural Recreation Forest, you can appreciate the nature of the Yakushima virgin forest and enjoy the fantastic scenery. The abundant forest with beautiful mountain streams flowing through it will provide you with a healing experience.
By the way, here's a Ghibli movieThe setting for "Princess of MononokeIt is also famous for having become a
To the spectacular view of "Taikoiwa" at an altitude of 1050m
It is located about 10 minutes up a steep mountain path from Tsuji Pass, further into the interior from the Mononoke Forest (moss forest). The atmosphere of the overgrown forest up to that point is completely different, with a clear blue sky and a 360-degree panorama...!
Taikoiwa is depicted in the Ghibli movie Princess Mononoke as the place where Ashitaka and Moro (the mountain dog who took San's mother's place) confronted each other.
A refreshing breeze at Taikoiwa will surely relieve the fatigue of trekking.
Walking time at Shiratani-unsui Gorge is approximately 7 hours.
This course is a slow and leisurely walk, and your guide will take the time to explain to you in a slow and maniacal manner the many mosses that are prominent on Yakushima!
⬇︎Recommended for free half-day on arrival and departure days☆.
⬇︎ Shiratani-Unsui Gorge + marine activities are also recommended☆.
- Reference Schedule
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Hours. Contents 7:45~ 
Pick up at your accommodation or meet locally (Miyanoura Port)
➡︎Hours vary depending on the location of the inn. Details will be provided after reservations are made.9:00 
Arrival at the trailhead
Start trekking at ➡︎!
Shiratani-unsui Gorge Trekking
Enjoy the great outdoors!16:00 
Transportation to your accommodation
Thank you for arriving at ➡︎!*The above is a guide only.
Please note that guided tours may be cancelled, courses may be changed, or times may be shortened depending on the weather on the day of the tour, the health condition of the guests, or other factors. - Course Content and Details
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Price 1 person:14,300suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Per 2 participants/per person:13,200suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Per 3 participants/per person:13,200suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Per 4 participants/person:12,100suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Per 5 participants/person:12,100suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Minimum 6 participants/per person:11,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Charter (one-on-one with guide): +11,000 yen
➡︎Heavy season (consecutive holidays, GW, Obon, Silver Week): +22,000 yen
*People over 65 years old are requested to take a private tour (+10,000 yen)Fee includes Guide fee, insurance, pick-up and drop-off or local meeting (Miyanoura Port), consumption tax personal effects See details at the bottom. Meeting and Dismissal Location Accommodation orMiyanoura Port
Address: Miyanoura, Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima
Location Shiratani Unsui Gorge (Shiratani Unsui Gorge) Holding period year round Opening Hours 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Pick-up time (start time) may vary depending on your accommodation.Age Range From 6 years old and up to 70 years old
*Persons 65 years of age and older will only be accommodated at the private tour rate.
*A physician's consent is also required for trekkers 65 years of age and older.Number of participants 2 persons ~
*If you make a reservation for one person, it will be a tentative reservation.cofferdam Up to 18:00 2 days prior to the event *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
Regarding breakfast and lunch
We cannot prepare boxed lunches. We also do not order box lunches on behalf of our customers.
There is not a single convenience store on Yakushima, so please make sure to prepare your own food either by ordering it in advance from your accommodation or by getting it yourself at a supermarket the day before.
Customers ordering from a bento shop should make their own reservations at "Asahi Bento; 0997-46-4007; reservations can be made until 9:00 p.m. the day before the tour. Other bento shops are not on the way, so the guide will be with you on the way to and from the shops.You cannot stop by.(Please order at the same time as the pick-up time! (Please order your lunch box pick-up time at the same time as the pick-up time. Pick-up and drop-off times will be provided 2 days prior to the tour.)
What to bring
What should we have?
Trekking equipment rental
Rainwear, trekking shoes, and a sack/pack cover are required for this trekking tour.
There are rental stores on Yakushima for the above equipment. Please rent the equipment by the day before the trip.
→Click here for more information about rental stores.
Transportation
○Pick-up service available: Miyanoura, Koseda, Awa
×xNot available for pick-up: Kurio, Yudomari, Hirauchi, Nagata, Onoma
Depending on reservations, we may ask you to meet us on site.
If you have a rental car,
Shiratani-unsui Gorge → meeting at "Miyanoura Port" is also possible
Cancellation fee for this plan 》
If a reservation is cancelled by the customer after it has been confirmed, the following cancellation fees will apply
～Up to 6:00 p.m. 4 days prior to the event: None
After 6:00 p.m. 4 days prior to the event until 6:00 p.m. 2 days prior to the event: 50% of all fees
After 6:00 p.m. 2 days prior to the event to the day of the event: 100% of the full price*However, no cancellation fee will be charged if the tour is deemed impossible by the guide in charge due to adverse weather conditions such as typhoons.
Precautions 》
*Please inform us in advance at the time of application if you have a medical history that should be noted, if you have undergone major surgery in the past, or if you have a physical disability. Cardiovascular disease patients require a doctor's consent. Pregnant women are not permitted to participate for safety reasons.
*The tour may be cancelled, the course may be changed, or the tour time may be shortened at the discretion of the guide due to inclement weather on the day of the tour. If the tour is cancelled before departure on the day of the tour, a full refund will be given, but if the course is changed after departure, the tour fee will not be refunded.
*In the event that we determine that the tour cannot be conducted safely due to a guest's physical condition, physical fitness, or inadequate clothing or equipment, or that the tour would be detrimental to other guests, we may ask the guest to withdraw from the tour, even on the day of the tour. In such cases, the tour fee will not be refunded. (Please be especially careful with your trekking equipment.)
*Please note that the charter fee is not refundable.
- Frequently asked questions about this plan
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Q. I don't have trekking equipment...
We do not provide rentals, but you are advised to prepare your trekking equipment the day before at a rental store near your lodgings.
Trekking shoes, rainwear, sack, sack cover, and light (necessary for tours starting early in the morning, etc.)
Q. What should I do with my lunch?We cannot prepare boxed lunches. We also do not order box lunches on behalf of our customers.
There is not a single convenience store on Yakushima,
Pre-order from your hotel.
You will get it yourself at the supermarket the day before."
"You are requested to order your own lunch box the day before from the following box lunch shop."
Please be sure to prepare the form in one of the following ways.[Note to customers ordering from the Bento shop!
For Jomon-cedar tours, please make your own reservations at "Asahi Bento; 0997-46-4007; reservations can be made until 9:00 p.m. the day before.
Other lunchbox shops are not on the street and the guide cannot stop by with you on the way to and from the tour! (Please order your lunch box pick-up time at the same time as the pick-up time. Pick-up and drop-off times will be given 2 days prior to the tour.)Q. Can you provide transportation to and from the inn?Of course, it is all right! However, there is a pick-up area, and it is only in the areas of "Miyanoura", "Koseda (around the airport)", "Awa", and "Onoma".
For those staying in other areas, please rent a car or take a cab to the meeting point on the day of the tour. For those who meet locally, we will take you back to the meeting point after the tour.
Q. I have a different accommodation (pick-up/drop-off point) before and after the tour...Don't worry! Please check out of your hotel in the morning and leave your luggage in the guide's car.
If you are not within the pick-up area, we will take you to a nearby bus stop, cab, or rental car agency if you have made a reservation.
Q. How long can I make a reservation?It would be helpful if you could contact us at least 2 days in advance, as pick-up and drop-off times will be finalized 2 nights before the event.Q. How old do I have to be to participate in this tour?You must be at least 6 years old (elementary school age and up) to participate.
For those who are not confident in their physical strength, or who wish to have only family members guide them, or who wish to have a one-on-one guide, the tour fee plus 10,000 yen is available.Private TourIt can also be made to
65 years old and overThe trek for those who areAll tours are available for private tours only.Q. What is the difference between the two?I would like to go through the Bongo Cedar Course (old virgin forest course)...It is possible to go through at no extra charge. However, only with the approval and stamina of all guests that day.
Normally, the round trip is made along the Kusu River Trail, but it takes about 2 hours longer if you take the Bongyo Cedar Course (old primeval forest course). - word of mouth
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Customers of this age group have participated in the event!
Percentage of review submissions]Total 9 items530代Month of posting: 2025/01It was a relaxing tour in nature, especially the moss was beautiful and healing. I was so impressed by the spectacular view from Taikoiwa that the fatigue of daily life was suddenly swept away. There were times when it felt a bit physically demanding, but the sense of accomplishment was great.
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430代Month of posting: 2024/11We were able to proceed slowly, taking breaks along the way. The view of Taiko Iwa was as beautiful and impressive as expected.
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520代Posted in month: 2024/09It rained a little on the way, but the rain made the wet moss look even more beautiful and gave the tour a different atmosphere. The guide talked about the different kinds of mosses and nature, which deepened my understanding of nature. The wind at the top of Taikoiwa is the best!
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520代Submitted Month: 2024/05Even beginners could enjoy the hike. Walking through the mossy forest, I could feel the power of nature and was especially struck by the spectacular view of Taiko Iwa. I would like to continue to cherish the nature of Yakushima.
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530代Month of posting: 2024/03It was a dream come true to be able to actually walk in the place where the movie "Princess Mononoke" was set! I was overwhelmed by the fantastic scenery of moss all around, and the 360-degree view from Taikoiwa Rock was truly spectacular. It was a bit physically demanding, but it was a wonderful memory.
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550代Month of posting: 2024/03Joining the trekking tour from Shiratani-unsuikyo to Taikoiwa in Yakushima was the best choice for me as a beginner. We passed through a beautiful mossy forest, and our guide carefully imparted his knowledge of nature in a mystical atmosphere. The fantastic scenery of the Mononoke Forest was like being lost in a movie world, and I felt truly healed. The spectacular view from Taikoiwa is too overwhelming for words, and I was moved by the magnificence of nature. I am grateful for the consideration given to beginners and the support that made the trekking enjoyable from start to finish.
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540代Month of posting: 2023/11I participated in this tour with my family. The tour was designed for beginners, so we could participate without worries. The view of Taikoiwa (drum-shaped rock) was especially breathtaking and made us feel exhausted. The guide was kind and we enjoyed his explanation about plants and nature.
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530代Month of posting: 2023/10I was able to enjoy the rich nature of Yakushima for a whole day. I was overwhelmed by the beautiful scenery of Shiratani-unsui Gorge, especially the view from Taikoiwa. I was thrilled to be able to walk in the place where the Ghibli movie was set. I would definitely like to participate again.
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550代Submitted Month: 2023/05We enjoyed trekking while talking about Ghibli and mosses with our guide. It rained, but the mosses in the Mononoke Forest looked even more beautiful. By the time we reached Taikoiwa, the sky had cleared up and we felt refreshed 😄.
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It is relatively low in difficulty and recommended for first-timers.
| Amount of money |
3 participants / 1 person:13,200suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc. 2 participants / 1 person: 13,200 yen 1 person: 14,300 yen |
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| time zone | 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| the time required | Approx. 7 hours |
| Holding period | year round |
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