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Yakushima
Kagoshima
4.6
Yakushima
Kagoshima
4.6
￥2,000～￥2,999
￥2,000～￥2,999
Yakushima
Yakushima, famous for its many Jomon cedars over 1,000 years old, is a place where you can feel the mysteries of nature. It was the first island in Japan to be registered as a World Natural Heritage site. While trekking to see the Yakusugi cedars is famous, the island's charm is not limited to that. You can also encounter beautiful beaches and sea turtles, and enjoy various activities such as diving, kayaking, and SUP. Let's go and enjoy the world of real nature!
Yakushima
2 Highlights
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Jomon Sugi
The largest tree on Yakushima Island, over 2,500 years old
The largest tree on Yakushima Island, and a must-see for visitors. Along the 4-5 hour hike to get there, there are many stumps and large trees of Yakusugi. The numerous Yakusugi trees over 1,000 years old are definitely worth seeing.
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Jomon Sugi
The largest tree on Yakushima Island, over 2,500 years old
The largest tree on Yakushima Island, and a must-see for visitors. Along the 4-5 hour hike to get there, there are many stumps and large trees of Yakusugi. The numerous Yakusugi trees over 1,000 years old are definitely worth seeing.
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Shiratani Unsuikyo
A mystical forest full of moisture
A forest that spreads upstream of the Shiratani River. A 6.5km promenade extends from an altitude of 600m to 1050m, where you can observe moss-covered giant trees and natural water flows. With few ups and downs, even beginners can easily experience nature!
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Shiratani Unsuikyo
A mystical forest full of moisture
A forest that spreads upstream of the Shiratani River. A 6.5km promenade extends from an altitude of 600m to 1050m, where you can observe moss-covered giant trees and natural water flows. With few ups and downs, even beginners can easily experience nature!
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Local Cuisine
Kubie Sabo
A mackerel whose head is immediately cut off to maintain freshness.
After catching mackerel in Yakushima, to maintain freshness, the head is immediately cut off and the blood is drained in an instant. This mackerel is called "Kubie Sabo". Mackerel, which deteriorates quickly, is generally considered difficult to eat as sashimi, but Kubie Sabo can be eaten as sashimi. The thinly sliced, light red and plump Kubie Sabo sashimi has a refined flavor that is not inferior to sea bream or flounder!
Kagoshima Tobio
Characterized by firm and chewy texture.
Various sizes and types of Tobio are caught throughout the year in the seas near Tanegashima, and about 20% of the Tobio caught in Japan are produced in Kagoshima Prefecture, of which about 70% are produced in Yakushima. When eaten as sashimi or sushi, you can feel the firm and chewy texture of the fish.
Yakushika Cuisine
Lean meat rich in iron and minerals.
"Yakushika" is a wild deer that inhabits Yakushima Island. The Yakushika, which grows by eating a wide variety of plants, has been called "Chigusa" among local hunters since ancient times and has been treated as a panacea. Yakushika meat is a superfood rich in iron and minerals, and it is not only healthy but also delicious with no gamey taste and juicy, truly a natural delicacy!
Yakushima Toro
Toro made from Yakushima's yam.
This is a high-quality toro made only from the rare yam "Daijo" grown in Yakushima. It has a strong stickiness and fine texture comparable to that of nagaimo, and its sweetness spreads softly on the tongue. It has a taste that never gets old, and is an excellent accompaniment to rice that makes you want to have seconds and thirds.
Tsuke-age
Deep-fried food made from ground fish.
It is also called "Satsuma-age", "Tempura", or "Fried Kamaboko" in other prefectures. Ground fish is mixed with tofu and local sake unique to Kagoshima prefecture, and then deep-fried in oil. The characteristic of Kagoshima's tsuke-age is that it is finished with a sweet taste by adding sugar. It is a popular local dish that goes well with sake, thanks to its lingering crispy and savory flavor.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥8,540
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥30,085
Best Season
4~8 Month
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