Yakushima - Western Forest Road
What is the Western Forest Road (Seiburi Rindo)?
The Seibu Forest Road is located on the west side of Yakushima Island and is so blessed with nature that it is designated as a "World Natural Heritage Site.Popular Driving CoursesThe company is now in the process of
The Seibu Forest Road has no clear entrance or exit, and refers to the 20 km stretch from Okawa Falls to Yakushima Lighthouse.
It is approximately a one-hour drive. There are absolutely no stores or houses on the forest road, and it is alwaysYou can see monkeys and deer up close.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
Perhaps because monkeys in Yakushima are accustomed to cars and people, they do not run away easily.
Directions to Western Forest Road
The Western Forest Road can be found by heading south on Prefectural Route 78. Follow the road along the coastline to reach it.
Since the Western Forest Road is narrow in many places, please be sure to yield to each other and to watch out for animals when oncoming traffic comes by.
Western Forest Road Attractions
As you continue on the western forest road, you will be surrounded by one of Japan's finest forests of shiny-leaved trees.
The Western Forest Road area is a lush forest with subarctic plants characteristic of Yakushima, as well as subtropical plants such as banyan trees and kuwazimos.
This was also a factor in its designation as a World Heritage site.
Yakushima has so many deer and monkeys that it is said that there are as many deer and monkeys as there are people.
Also on the Western Forest Road.Yakushima macaque and Yakushika deerYou will be able to see Both species are endemic to Yakushima, so we hope you will see their characteristics.
In addition, the Western Forest Road is not only forested, but several areas with beautiful ocean views appear in the vicinity.
After passing through a tunnel from the village of Ichiminato, you will seeEast China Sea Observation DeckThe view is excellent, and on a clear day you can see Kuchino-erabu Island. It has a good view of Kuchino-erabu Island on a clear day.
It is a perfect place to take a break from driving.
How to enjoy the Western Forest Road
Driving through the Western Forest Road is fun by itself, but if you are so inclined, taking a tour is also recommended.
You can enjoy the beautiful scenery while relaxing and taking a bath in the forest.Secret spots known only to local guides♪ You might be able to go to ♪
◆Walking time: about 3 to 4 hours
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Detail of Western Forest Road
| Location | Nagata, Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima PrefectureView on Map) |
| Access | 41 minutes by car from Miyanoura to the western forest road entrance on the Nagata side 47 minutes by car from Awa to the western forest road entrance on the Kurio side |
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