Yakushima-Yakusugiland

What is Yakusugiland?

Yakusugiland is well known as a trekking course where visitors can easily enjoy the Yakusugi cedar forest.

Unlike Jomon Cedars and Shiratani Unsuikyo, the path is paved and there are shorter trails,Recommended for beginners with children.This is a trekking course in the

Yakusugiland is about 40 minutes by car from Awa, Yakushima Town (toward Arakawa trailhead),Natural recreation forests spreading at elevations of 1,000 to 1,300 metersIt is a There are five courses in the vast forest, and you can enjoy your favorite course according to your fitness level.

As the name suggests, visitors can observe giant trees such as Buddha cedar, mother and child cedar, and Oda cedar, as well as yakusugi cedar with unique names such as twin cedar, kuguri cedar, bearded elder, and tenbashira cedar.

In Yakusugiland30 minutes, 50 minutes, 80 minutes, 150 minutes, 210 minutesThere are five different courses to choose from.

The 30-minute and 50-minute courses have well-maintained walking trails and are suitable for families with children.

The 80- to 210-minute courses are mainly mountain trails and allow visitors to experience the mysterious nature, including the giant Yakusugi cedars.

(1) Fureai no Diai 0.8 km (30 min.)

It is the easiest route and has a well-maintained walking trail. This is an easy route to enjoy Yakusugi cedars such as "Kuguritsuga" and "Sennen-sugi".

(2) Forest of Ancient Times 1.2 km (50 min)

This route allows you to extend your walk from the 30-minute course to "Butsudasugi" (cedar trees). The route is mainly on a promenade, making it easy to walk and allowing you to experience nature in a short time.

(3) Tsutsuji riverbank 2.0 km (80 min.)

The view of the mountain stream from the Tsutsuji Riverbank and Sawazu Bridge is a popular photo spot. Although there are some ups and downs, you can take your time to enjoy the quiet and profound scenery of Yakushima.

(4) Yakushigunomori 3.0 km (150 min.)

This is a course where you can see most of the big trees with names and personalities typical of Yakusugi. There are steep and muddy slopes, so be well equipped!

5) Astronomical Forest 4.4 km (210 min.)

This is a full-scale course for advanced hikers to enjoy the pristine forests of Yakushima. Recommended for those with time and energy to spare.

Directions to Yakusugiland

If you are going by rental car

Yakusugiland is,Approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes by car from Miyanoura Port, 50 minutes from Awa PortIt is.

Follow Route 77 south along the coastline, and when you see the Harumaki Simple Post Office, turn right at the intersection onto Prefectural Route 592 and follow the road.

Free parking (40 cars) at the entrance.

By bus (from Awa)

Buses operated by Yakushima Kotsu are available from Awa in Yakushima to Yakusugiland. The buses are labeled "to Kigensugi" or "to Yakusugiland.

A one-day pass (adult: 2,000 yen, child: 1,000 yen) for the "Yakushima Yakushima Yuttari Sankaku Pass" is convenient. (as of April 2025).

How to enjoy Yakusugiland

To enjoy Yaksgiriland to the fullest, we recommend joining a tour! Guided tours are available, so even beginner climbers can enjoy the area safely.

Trekking at Jomon Cedars and Shiratani-unsuikyo requires plenty of time from early morning to late afternoon, but Yakusugiland can be fully enjoyed in half a day.

The world of mossy forests andThe tree is said to be 3,000 years old.Tour with us to visit Kigen CedarsThere are also

Please experience untouched nature and look for giant trees and uniquely shaped trees that are rarely seen!

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Trekking tour from Yakusugiland to Kigen Sugi, one of the representative forests of Yakushima (No.21)開始時間9:00-12:30所要時間Approx. 3.5 hours15,000 yen

Yakushima/Chartered tour/5 hours] 75 years old can join this tour! Yakusugiland" Trekking Tour (No.43)開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours14,000 yen

Yakushima】Trekking tour to "Yakusugiland" to experience the forest of Yakusugi cedars (No.79)開始時間7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours11,000 yen

Yakusugiland also has canopies, which are walking corridors built into the trees.

Aerial forest walk about 12 meters highIt is also a popular spot for children because of the thrill of the ride.

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Yakushima Canopy Walk] Challenge the exciting 180-meter aerial corridor! Including lunch with plenty of vegetables from Yakushima (No.75)開始時間11:30-13:15 / 12:00-13:45所要時間Approx. 2 hours3,800 yen

Learn more about Yakusugiland

Yakushima Yakusugiland Trekking Tour Recommended for trekking beginners☆ Make an unforgettable impression at Yakusugiland! Do you know about Yakusugiland, a forest canyon where you can easily enjoy Yakusugi cedars? Yakusugiland has a well-maintained promenade, so those who are not confident about their physical strength or beginners in trekking can enjoy the beautiful Yakusugi cedars in the forest ravine "Yakusugiland". (5 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る