Yakushima

Yakushima spans 540 square kilometers of land, featuring dense forests, mountains reaching 1,936 meters, and a network of coastal settlements including Anbo and Miyanoura ports.

The town formation occurred on October 1, 2007, through the consolidation of Kamiyaku and Yaku towns, although human presence dates back to the Jomon period.

Local inhabitants maintain traditional practices of sustainable forestry, fishing, and agriculture while preserving the ancient cedar trees that define the landscape.

Transportation to Yakushima includes regular flights at Yakushima Airport, hydrofoil ferries from mainland Japan, and municipal ferry services to neighboring Kuchinoerabujima.

The island receives exceptional rainfall amounts between 4,000 and 10,000 millimeters annually, supporting diverse subtropical forests and rare plant species.

Location: Kumage district

Inception: October 1, 2007

Website: https://www.town.yakushima.kagoshima.jp/

Website: https://town.yakushima.kagoshima.jp

GPS coordinates: 30.39025,130.65150

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:58