We aim to "increase the number of mountain climbers" and "promote safe mountain climbing." We believe that by providing the three infrastructure elements of "tools," "information," and "opportunities," more people will be able to enjoy spending time in the mountains. We offer free rental of mountain climbing equipment so that those who already have their own equipment can reduce their load and travel light, and even those who have never climbed before can enjoy Yakushima trekking safely and securely. Experienced guides who live on Yakushima will provide thorough support and introduce the nature of Yakushima from a familiar perspective.
ガイドの林田さんは屋久島の歴史から屋久杉や植物など、道中に色々教えていただきました。
実は前日に縄文杉トレッキングで夫婦揃ってバテてしまい、今日の太鼓岩までの道程が不安でしたが、前日のガイドさんと連絡を取り合ってくださり、無理せず苔むす森までで山小屋で待たせてくれました。
その際も温かい飲み物やカイロなど用意してくださり、待っている間も暖かく過ごせました。
色々なお心遣いに感謝です。
おかげで良い屋久島の思い出となりました。
朝早く集合場所から見た星いっぱいの夜空からワクワク。トロッコ道も手すりのない橋をドキドキしながら渡り、森の中の水辺の美しさを堪能しながらガイドさんから三代杉、ウィルソン杉、縄文杉など以外も見どころや豆知識を教わりながら進めました!
帰りはかなりヘロヘロになりますので1歳でも早い参加オススメしますが達成感あって行って良かった!!です。道具のレンタルもとても助かりましたよ。
こちらのサイトを通じて予約したYamakaraの白谷雲水峡～太鼓岩ツアーに参加しました。山登りほぼ未経験の60代夫婦でしたが、お天気に恵まれ、一緒に歩く仲間に恵まれ、何よりガイドさんに恵まれて最高の1日を過ごすことができました。指名ができるなら、次も同じガイドさんにお願いしたいくらいです。Yamakaraでは山登りの装備レンタルが無料なのも助かりました。とても楽しく勉強になる時間を過ごせました。ぜひもう一度屋久島を訪れたいです。ありがとうございました。
レンタル品を事前に宿まで配送してくれ前日は自由に行動できました。
普段運動はしていなかったですが参加者の体力に合わせた、ペース配分と適度な休憩のおかげでなんとか縄文杉までたどり着けました。
当日も宿までの送迎があり、体力的に余裕がない状況でしたが
翌日も軽く行動できるほど体力をたもてました。
レンタル品も十分だと思います、次機会があればもう少し体力をつけ、
往復とも余裕をもっていきたいと思います。
一人でも行けるかなとも思ったのですが、知らないと危険な所もあるとお聞きし、口コミなどを見てyamakaraさんのツアーに参加させて頂きました。
苔や木々、野鳥などをゆっくりと観察しながら、無事に太鼓岩まで行くことができてお願いしてよかったです。
ガイドしてくださった佐竹さんが素敵な方で、博識だけど自慢げではなく、さりげなく、時には面白おかしく、時には熱く伝えてくださる感じも良かったです。
参加されてる皆さんの様子を見ながらタイミングよく休憩をはさんでくださったり、声をかけてくださったり、写真を撮ってくださったり、お昼には温かいお味噌汁やおやつに珈琲まで用意してくださったりと、さすがベテランガイドさん！
参加された皆さんもいい方ばかりで、とても楽しく過ごさせて頂きました。また機会があればぜひお願いしたいと思います。ありがとうございました！
そういえば登山後に、益救神社で佐竹さんにお会いしました。参加される方が無事に登山下山できるようにとお願いしてくださってたそうで、知らないところで、そこまでしてくださってたことに心から感動しました。
All the necessary equipment can be rented on-site, so it is very popular with people who are thinking, "I'm new to mountain climbing and I don't know what I need...", "I haven't been hiking for a long time and my equipment is probably worn out", or "I only have 1-2 days of trekking on my itinerary, so I want to reduce my luggage as much as possible". After your tour application is confirmed, you can choose what you need and the size from the form in the "Application Information" email sent from Yamakara Yakushima. ■ Rental items ■ 1) Mountain climbing shoes 2) Rainwear 3) Backpack 4) Headlamp 5) Stocks 6) Fleece (warm clothing) 7) Sleeping bag 8) Sleeping bag mat * Rental delivery method We will deliver it to your accommodation on the island free of charge. If the size does not fit after trying it on, please call the Yamakara Yakushima office between 10:00 and 18:00. The phone number is listed in the "Final Information" email sent 5 days before the tour. This is an emergency contact number, so please contact us in advance by email.
More than 70% of Yamakara Yakushima tour participants are beginners. It is not uncommon for them to even touch mountain climbing equipment for the first time. Please read the information on the tour page and in the email after application about advance preparations, the contents of the equipment, and how to use it. There is also a video! Of course, you can ask the guide on the day of the tour if you don't understand something when you actually touch it! On the day, an experienced guide will guide you! We will do everything we can to ensure that everyone can enjoy mountain climbing safely. However, it is none other than your own two feet that actually take you to your destination. If you incorporate light exercise (climbing stairs, walking, etc.) into your daily routine before participating in the tour and build up your physical strength, you will be able to enjoy the tour with more ease!
Yamakara main guide/staff Junpei has experience guiding all the major mountain trails on Yakushima, from day hikes and traverses on major routes. Junpei is our main guide, originally from Yakushima. Please feel free to contact us with any questions about Yakushima tours.
Yamakara Guide Staff Moved to Yakushima in October 2022. He is full Japanese, but his nickname is "Bob." Before moving, he was a futsal coach in Fukuoka.
Yamakara Guide Staff He was born in Fukuoka, grew up in Thailand, and moved to Yakushima. He is a wilderness fetishist and Yakushima addict. He jumped into the adventure without knowing what to do, but he is evolving day by day to become a wildlife guide who can convey the love of Yakushima better than anyone else.
Yamakara Guide Staff His nickname, Shampoo, comes from his favorite manga character. After working at a resort and hiking around Japan, he moved to Yakushima to become a guide. His unique, detailed perspective and attention to detail have made him a popular hiker.
Yamakara Guide Apprentice/Staff A new face who arrived in Yakushima in October 2024! Sometimes mistaken for a junior high school student, she actually has eight years of experience working as a nurse. She is growing rapidly as a guide thanks to her natural quick thinking and toughness!
Yamakara Guide Kazuo is a veteran guide who is well known in the Yakushima guide world. He looks tough, but most of what he says is just a joke. On overnight tours, he will even catch and bring you local ingredients such as seashells and venison!
Tetsu is a strong Yamakara guide. He will not let those who cannot walk give up, but will gently and slowly lead them to the goal. He is a mountaineering guide who loves fishing, and even after waking up at 3am to guide the Jomon Cedar, he goes fishing at night.
Yamakara Guide Ats was born and raised on Yakushima and has 20 years of experience as a guide. His guiding record is among the best in the industry! With his extensive knowledge and detailed explanations, he will show you all the charms of Yakushima's mountains.
Yamakara Guide Mr. Satake is a veteran guide. He will teach you how to walk on mountain trails and how to use the equipment, so even beginners can feel safe and secure! He used to be a fishing guide. He knows everything about playing in nature, not only in the mountains, but also in rivers and the sea.
Yamakara Guide Hayashida-san is said to have climbed Jomon Cedar at least 3000 times. He is a veteran guide who knows everything about moss, plants, and Yakushima.
Yamakara Guide is a young and promising guide who debuted in March 2024. He has participated in over 100 Jomon Sugi tours this season! Despite the large number of tours, he maintains a high level of hospitality on each and every one of them, and has received many highly rated reviews from customers.
| Insurance information | エコツアー参加者向け普通傷害保険死亡後遺症500万円入院保険日額 5,000円通院保険日額 3,000円https://ecotourism.gr.jp/wp-content/uploads/insurance_2024.pdf |
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| License and Qualifications | 屋久島町公認ガイド日本山岳ガイド協会経験年数については経験の少ない者に対して自社での研修を数カ月行う。他外注先は縄文杉ガイド1000回以上のガイド実績あり。 |
| Member organizations and associations | 屋久島観光協会ガイド部会 |
| Operating hours | 10: 00-18: 00 |
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| Regular holidays | Year-end and New Year holidays, Mountain God's Day (Yakushima) |
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