Non-artificial nature clears your mind. Feeling nature from ancient times makes us feel that our troubles are small.
Speaking of nature, there are several spots in Japan that are candidates, especially Yakushima in Kagoshima is popular.
It’s an island with thousands of trees and a great spot for you to feel the breath of the forest.
Symbol of Yakushima “Jomon cedar”
Jomon cedar is famous as a tourist spot in Yakushima. Japan is dotted with cedars, especially the cedars in Yakushima are unique.
Yakushima’s Jomon cedar is said to be the oldest cedar and its age is 7,200 years old.
The height of trees exceeds 25m and the surroundings exceed 16m, which is definitely the largest cedar in Japan.
It is located deep in the mountains of Yakushima. Arriving there is as difficult as climbing, but the excitement when you arrive is exceptional.
Although it is not recommended for elderly people or small children, it is a spot that you should definitely visit if you have your own strength.
Heart shape is romantic “Wilson cedar”
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Renowned as a romantic cedar is “Wilson Cedar”. This is a 3,000-year-old cedar stump with a space of about 16m inside, and when you look up, the ceiling is a heart-shaped cavity.
Named after the botanist “Dr. Wilson” who introduced this strain, the heart created by nature is a popular spot.
Contrary to romanticity, it is also known for its hard road because it is 1,030m above sea level, and it may be difficult to visit unless you are confident in your physical strength.
By the way, this stump was cut down to build Hokoji Temple in Kyoto in the 16th century.
Princess Mononoke model forest “Shiratani Unsuikyo”
“Shiratani Unsuikyo” is a spot known as a model of Japan’s proud feature film “Princess Mononoke”.
Studio Ghibli works are famous around the world, especially Princess Mononoke, which depicts ancient Japan. Many tourists from Japan and overseas visit to see its stage.
The appearance of a forest that preserves ancient Japan as it is, with moss growing on trees and rocks, is truly impressive.
This fantastic view of the world is well worth visiting from abroad.
One of the hundred famous waterfalls in Japan “Okawa Falls”
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The largest waterfall in Yakushima is “Okawa Falls”.
This waterfall, which is said to be the largest in the Kyushu region, is a spot chosen as one of the “100 Best Waterfalls in Japan”.
In the vicinity, there is “Okawa spring”, which is also selected as one of “100 famous waters”.
A good mountain is blessed with good water.
“Yakusugi Land” recommended for beginners of trekking
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Yakusugi Land is one of the few spots for beginners in Yakushima where hard trekking is required.
Yakusugi Land has well-developed roads and is divided into four courses of 30 to 150 minutes, so even those who are not confident in their physical strength can enjoy nature.
Although it is not as powerful as the Jomon cedar, it is a spot where you can easily enjoy the ancient nature because you can observe unique shapes of plants.
Summary
Yakushima, where you can feel the magnificent nature, is a place that many people want to visit once in their lives.
Yakushima’s weather changes drastically, and it is necessary to walk a long way to see Jomon cedar, and physical strength is essential to get there.
We recommend that you plan as soon as you think and go as young as possible.
You will be shocked to change your view of life there.
