Kagoshima in Sightseeing tour/Guided tour Page 1

• Age 10～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

Experience diving tour to enjoy in the sea with a sea turtle encounter rate of 80% or more Because you can go offshore more by diving for a longer time than normal experience diving, the sea turtle encounter rate will increase dramatically. In the second half after getting used to diving, I just look for sea turtles! (Note: There is definitely a higher chance of encountering sea turtles than a normal experience diving, but it is not a guaranteed tour. Please understand that it is not 100% possible to meet sea turtles because they are wild animals. Please participate above.) If you are not particular about sea turtles, please consider participating in the regular "1 dive course".

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• Age 5～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 08:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

A snorkeling tour with the primary purpose of meeting and swimming with sea turtles! The clear blue sea of Yakushima nurtures a rich ecosystem, creating a rich paradise where various creatures, including sea turtles, live peacefully. Let's take a peek into the sea of Yakushima where sea turtles live peacefully!

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• Age 10～Age 65
• 2～3 hours
• 08:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

The first diving experience in the clear and beautiful sea of Yakushima. The clear blue sea of Yakushima nurtures a rich ecosystem and creates a rich paradise where various creatures live in peace. Let's take a peek at the beautiful sea of Yakushima! If you are lucky, you may meet sea turtles. This is a basic 1 dive course. * I really want to see sea turtles! Please consider participating in the "Special 1 Dive Course". The sea turtle encounter rate will increase dramatically because you can go offshore more by diving for a longer time.

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• Age 10～Age 65
• 4～5 hours
• 08:00 / 13:00

One dive is not enough! A 2-dive diving experience for those who want to dive a lot. It is a course to dive into the sea twice with a break by changing the point or course. Most people are full of tension when diving for the first time! Most people end up not being able to see the fish and the surrounding underwater landscape with plenty of time. I'm sure that in the second dive after getting used to it, you will be able to get to know what you did not notice in the first dive, and you will be deeply moved. * I really want to see sea turtles! Please consider participating in the "Special 1 Dive Course". By diving a single dive for a longer period of time, you can go further offshore and the sea turtle encounter rate will increase dramatically.

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• Age 1～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

When you come to Amami for the first time, first from now on! Mangrove canoe with more and more scenery as you row. And relaxing time by walking in Kimagori original forest where subtropical distinctive atmosphere drifts. It is a tour that you can play something for a while with plenty of time, plenty of time to play. ~ Tour steps ~ ● Total required time (including change of clothes, movement, including experience time) 　8 hours ● Experience time 　7 hours ① Move to a mangrove from an accommodation or airport: Approximately 60 minutes ② Mangrove canoe: about 90 minutes ③ Lunch break: about 60 minutes ④ Move to Kim Sangwon: Approximately 60 minutes ⑤ Kinpo River walk: approximately 90 minutes ⑥ Sightseeing sightseeing: about 30 minutes ⑦ Travel to accommodation or airport: Approximately 60 minutes

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

In Okinoerabujima have birds of about currently about 150 types have been identified. Leisurely stroll while feeling the seasonal wind. It approaches the charm of Okinoerabujima.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 13:00

Amami Oshima was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site in 2021. As the reason for its registration is ``biodiversity,'' this island has many unique flora and fauna. Yuwandake is the most important place where many endemic species live. There are two routes to climb Mt. Yuwandake, but on this tour, you will walk up the wooden stairs from the 9th parking lot to the observation deck and shrine near the top. It's not a mountain trail, so it's easy to walk, and you can observe plants unique to Mt. Yuwandake along the way. (Anyone who has no problem walking or going up and down stairs in daily life can participate. The walk will take about 30 minutes each way.) On a clear day, you can see a wide view of Amami Oshima from the observation deck. However, as the name ``cloud forest'' suggests, Mt. Yuwandake has a unique environment where clouds and fog gather throughout the year, and there is a lot of rain. Therefore, if you're lucky you can see the view from the observation deck, but for me (the guide), the real view is on rainy days. We want you to enjoy this natural environment! After Mt. Yuwandake, we will stop at Materia Falls to take commemorative photos and have tea time. Date: Meet at Naze Sports Park in Amami City or pick up at hotel ↓ Transfer to Mt. Yuwandake (travel time varies depending on the pick-up location) Arrival at Mt. Yuwandake parking lot ↓ Arrive at Nature Walk Observation Deck/Shrine while observing flora and fauna ↓ Arrival at Shimoyama parking lot ↓ Transfer 15 minutes Materia Falls ↓ Arrive at hotel on the way back

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30 / 19:00 / 19:30

A private tour for just one group, so children can enjoy it as much as they like! If you visit Amami Oshima, you'll want to see the Amami rabbit. This tour takes you through areas where many black rabbits live, so you'll have a high chance of encountering them. You may also see other creatures that symbolize the biodiversity of Amami Oshima, such as the Amami Ishikawa frog and the Amami woodcock. An Amami Oshima certified eco-tour guide will guide you. ☆Our commitment...We are committed to providing a private tour just for you! With group tours, we have heard many people say things like, "It was awkward being with strangers," "I felt sorry for the people around me because my child was fussy," "I wanted to talk more with the guide," and "I didn't get along with the other customers, so I couldn't enjoy it." With a private tour, you can relax and enjoy the tour without having to worry about other customers. Small children, babies, grandparents, and energetic young people! Everyone can enjoy it! We can also guide people who are traveling alone to Amami Oshima, so please join us!・Schedule① Meet at Nagahama Minato Park or pick up at hotel *Notes on "Meeting time"② Arrive at the forest, explanation before departure The guide will explain the precautions and how to look for animals. ③ Start of the tour! Look for animals! It's exciting when you find an animal by yourself! ④ Experience the forest of Amami Stars and moon on a sunny day, fireflies in summer, rainy days...? There are different ways to enjoy each one! ⑤ Disbandment We hope that it will be a wonderful memory of your trip. ・Tour start and end times The tour takes 2 hours, and the time varies depending on the season as follows. January 1st to February 28th 18:00-20:00March 1st to April 20th 18:30-20:30April 21st to May 31st 19:00-21:00June 1st to July 31st 19:30-21:30August 1st to August 31st 19:00-21:00September 1st to September 30th 18:30-20:30October 1st to October 31st 18:00-20:00November 1st to December 31st 17:30-19:30・Consideration for animalsWe use lights to observe animals at night, but on our tours we use red lights, which are said to be difficult for animals to see, in order to reduce the stress of the animals.Some participants have said that red lights are difficult to see, so we ask that you switch to white lights only for the minimum amount of time necessary when observing and taking photos.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

This is a tour that takes you around the highlights of Amami Oshima such as the sea, forests, and rivers in one day! Participation is possible for 1 to 6 people, and since it is a group price, the more participants, the better the price per person! While guiding you to spots with beautiful nature and hidden spots recommended by your guide, you can also request places you want to visit that you found on SNS or in a guidebook. Basically, we will guide you to spots that you can explore by simply walking after getting off the car. Therefore, people who are not confident in their physical strength, young children, and the elderly can also enjoy it. Of course, transportation is included, so there's no need to rent a car! Let's leave the transportation to the guide and enjoy the nature of Amami Oshima to the fullest! What kind of places can you go to? - A cape covered with bamboo shrubs - A forest of endemic species registered as a World Natural Heritage Site - A beautiful mountain stream that is home to an endangered species called Ryukyu Ayu - A place where you can see both the Pacific Ocean and the East China Sea. For those who are interested in the history of Amami's dazzling blue white sand beaches, we will guide you through tropical Japanese gardens, Amami Oshima's traditional houses, local shrines, and more, depending on your interests! Mangrove canoeing is also available with a guide as an option!

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• Age 12～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

An original tour combining a mangrove canoe and a hiking to the unexplored waterfall that is not on the map! Let's enjoy plenty of natural water from Amami Oshima with waterfalls - forests - rivers - and the sea! ! ~ Flow of the day ~ ● Total travel time: 8 hours ● Experience time: 7 hours ① Move to the airport or hotel ~ Mangrove: 60 minutes ② Mangrove canoe: 90 minutes ③ Move to lunch place: 30 minutes ④ Lunch: 60 minutes ⑤ Move to waterfall: 45 minutes ⑥ Hiking to the waterfall: 90 minutes ⑦ Move to airport or hotel while walking down: 90 minutes

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 19:00

Night tour going to see rare wild animals unique to Amami night! Many rare animals such as amamino rabbit, Amami Ishiaka frog, Amamiyamashigi live. Doki Doki, let's go to the exciting Night tour ! ~ Tour steps ~ ● Total required time (including change of clothes, movement, including experience time) 　4 hours ● Experience time 　2 hours ① Move from accommodation to Amami Oshima Chubu: Approximately 60 minutes ② Night tour: about 100 minutes ③ While staying on the way to the accommodation: About 90 minutes

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

About 6000 years ago in the ruins and history, such as a wide range of guidance of history, early modern history and the Satsuma clan dominated era of the Ryukyu dominated era. To know the history leading to the now Okinoerabujima, it is a tour that you can learn more in-depth knowledge. 4 hour course and one day course will be selected. Content to enjoy, regardless of age from children to the elderly. Family and friends, please be widely utilized for travel of a couple.

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• Date Spot
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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

The millet field of the film "The Need for Deep Breathing", the movie "The Man is Hard" Last filming site, The filming site of "Godzilla", Tokyo Okinoerabu Island, which appears in numerous masterpieces such as Hanasaki of the shooting site. We will show you the locations where those photos were taken. You can enjoy the joy and excitement of stepping into your favorite movie location. We also support TV shooting and photography. The natural overflowing nature of Okinoerabujima is full of picturesque scenery.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

About 74 species of butterflies have been confirmed in Okinoerabujima. Dragonfly has been 28 different confirmation. It will guide you through the observation location. 4 hour course and one day course will be selected. Content to enjoy, regardless of age from children to the elderly. Family and friends, please be widely utilized for travel of a couple.

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• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

There are 110 beaches in Okinoerabujima. Many of the beaches have an atmosphere like a private beach. Favorite We will guide you to the beach. The contents are decided according to the request, such as 10 selections around the famous town Hama, 10 selections around the wadomachi beach. 4 hour course and 1 Sun You can choose the course. From children to elderly people Ageo/Okegawa It is content that you can enjoy regardless of. Please use a wide range of travel with family, friends and couples.

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• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

We will guide you to the places and attractions featured in the Okinoerabu Island tourist brochure. It can also be used as a guide agent for homecoming customers. A plus alpha guide to the deep attractive features of Okinoerabu Island not listed in the brochure. Respond flexibly on request. 4 hour course and 1 Sun You can choose the course. From children to elderly people Ageo/Okegawa Content that you can enjoy regardless of. Please use a wide range of travel with family, friends and couples.

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• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• For Groups
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• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00

If you visit Amami Oshima, mangroves are a must-visit place. However, during the day the mangroves are crowded with people and have become a lively tourist destination. In the early morning, there are no people in the mangroves, so it is quiet and you can see the mangroves as they are. In the early morning, the mangroves are dimly lit and filled with morning mist, creating an indescribably beautiful sight. There are days when you see the sunrise, and there are days when it rains a lot, but all in all, this is the beauty of Amami Oshima. Sun, rain, fog, you can enjoy it all in the early morning mangroves! Schedule ① Hotel pick-up The approximate pick-up time is below. The sunrise time will vary slightly, so we will provide you with details after you make your reservation. [Naze 6:15, Sumiyo Town 6:30, Tatsugo Town 5:50, Kasari Town 5:30, Yamato Village 5:50, Setouchi Town 6:15, Uken Village 6:15] ② Arrive at kayaking pier We will explain how to row and precautions. ③ Kayak tour (120 minutes) Stroll through the mangroves by rowing a kayak. It is a special view that can only be seen in the morning. ④BreakfastEat breakfast in the midst of nature. ⑤ Drop off at your hotel and a certified eco-tour guide will guide you It's not just that the scenery is beautiful! Mangroves are very different from the places we live in everyday life and are truly extraordinary. Certified guides with extensive knowledge of nature will guide you thoroughly. * Regarding tour safety, the guide for this tour will be an instructor who has taken a kayak training program. We will provide appropriate lectures and advice to customers who are new to kayaking, and conduct tours in accordance with safety standards.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• 5～6 hours

It is to the snake's mouth waterfall Onoaida Hot spring registration of Onoaida sidewalk next to Yamaguchi will start from. It takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes one way, and you can walk while watching the big trees of Akou and Billow in the laurel forest. Yakushima, subtropical plants can also be seen at low altitudes. In the summer, sit on a stone and have lunch while feeling the water in the basin and the cool breeze from the stream. You can also swim in the basin, so if you want to spend a relaxing time, you can extend the time. In winter, the southerly wind enters and you can have a comfortable day in the sun. And finally, heal the tiredness of the day at the Hot spring Even if it is called a sidewalk, it is a mountain climbing, so let's go with proper equipment. There are several water spots on this course. Also, please bring a hat as there is little shade around the waterfall.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours /2～3 hours

Yakusugi Land, which is a 30-minute drive from Anbo, has various courses such as short and long. There are fewer people than Shiratani Unsuikyo, and you can enjoy the beautiful virgin forest of giant trees such as Yakusugi, fir, and hemlock, which are tightly wrapped with moss. In addition, stumps from the feudal era and traces of trial cutting are reminiscent of the history of Yakusugi.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• 1～2 hours /4～5 hours

Shiratani Unsuikyo is a forest of greenery and water, which is the image of Yakushima Short tours range from a 1-hour round-trip course to Yayoi Sugi (3000 Year old) to a 4-hour course to the Moss Forest. There are several rivers running through Shiratani Unsuikyo, which may be closed due to danger during heavy rains. In that case, change to Yakusugi Land.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day

Mt. Motchomu is not so high, but it is a tough mountain trail with steep slopes and some parts where you can use your arms. Climb shortly after a break and use the rope for the last 30 minutes. In particular, climbing with the last rope requires not only nerves but also upper body strength. It is a round-trip course of about 7 hours. Noboru Yamaguchi entrance is located on the waterfall of Chihiro, from prefectural road to the waterfall of Chihiro takes about 1 hour and walk. Crossing the swamp, the rapid climb continues without a break. While watching Mandai Sugi (3,000 Year old), Motchomu Taro and a large tree of Sugi, climb the harsh mountain trail where the roots and stones of the tree overlap intricately, and you will reach the Kamiyama Observatory. The altitude here is 979m, which is about 40m higher than the summit of Mt. From here, proceed along the ridge, and finally grab the rope and crawl up to the summit of Mt. Motchomu. The top of the mountain is literally a rocky peak, and the view is the best. You can overlook the town of Hara and Onoaida directly below. If you have a good view, you can see the Tokara Islands far south. In the shade of the rock on the south side of the summit giant rock, there is a shrine for visiting the mountain in the Onoaida area, and you can see that this mountain has a history of being called "Maedake" for visiting the mountain. There is a water place on the way. There is no shade on the top so you need a hat. Also, the wind may be strong at the top, so be sure to bring an extra warm jacket.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day

Tachudake is located in the north of Yakusugi Land and can be seen from the entrance of Yakusugi Land and the town of Awa. This course starts from Yakusugi Land, climbs Tachudake on the way, and returns to the Yakusugi Land course. It's easy to walk for the first 90 minutes, but when it's near the top of Mt. Tachu, it gets steeper and there are places where you can use a rope. The view from the top is wonderful, and you can see Tanegashima At the top of the mountain is a large granite with a height of 40m, which can be called a scapolite. This scapolite can be seen from various places on the island. In this course, you can see various plants and scenery such as big cedar, fir, hemlock, and rhododendron. The plants change as the altitude rises, and you can see alpine plants near the summit. Tachudake is a mountain for visiting Awa, and there is a shrine at the top. There is a water place on the way. There is no shade on the top so you need a hat. Also, the wind may be strong at the top, so be sure to bring an extra warm jacket.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day

Yakushima this is counted as one of the Seven Mountains trekking, Noboru Yodogawa Yamaguchi started from, you can see the high board dake (tofu rock) in the middle. Spend a quiet time in the southernmost high moor Hananoe River in Japan. From the flower river to Kuromidake, there is also a place to grab a rope and climb granite. From the top, you can see a wonderful view of Mt. Nagata and Mt. Miyanoura in the north, Mt. Hananoe in the south, and Mt. Kobandake in the southwest with a 360 ° panorama. This course is a day trip trekking in Okudake. This course is for beginners, but it will be an 8-hour trek, so join when you are in good health. There is a place to climb with a rope near the summit. Noboru Yodogawa Yamaguchi drive up, you notice that the plant little by little since the rise to an altitude of 1300m is going to change. You can even see alpine plants while climbing. There is a water place on the way, but it is better to bring at least 1 liter of water (especially in summer). Kuromidake has no shade, so you need a hat. Also, the wind may be strong at the top, so be sure to bring an extra warm jacket.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day

Let's go sightseeing on the island to see the wonderful spots Yakushima This tour is a one-day (8 hours) tour. Sightseeing on the island departs around 9 o'clock, but please contact us as the departure time can be changed in time for the afternoon ferry. Also, if you have any requests, we will be happy to discuss with you, so please feel free to contact us. On the tour, Hiro Waterfall, Trokki Waterfall, Okawa Waterfall (selected as one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan), Underwater Hot spring, Seibu-Rindo, Nakamura, Kajumaru no Mori, Yakushima Lighthouse, Nagatahama, Isso Village (Selected as one of the 100 best smells in Japan), Yokogawa, and the western forest road in the area Relax on the most beautiful sandy beaches in Japan for spawning sea turtles and on the banks of the abundant clear streams, and explore the Yakushima If the weather is nice, take your lunch and go to a beautiful place. In summer, it is recommended to bring your lunch and swimsuit to the riverside or beach.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day

Yakusugi Land, which is a 30-minute drive from Anbo, has various courses such as short and long, and there are fewer people than Shiratani Unsuikyo, and a giant tree with thick moss-wrapped Yakusugi, fir, and hemlock. You can enjoy our beautiful virgin forest. In addition, stumps from the feudal era and traces of trial cutting are reminiscent of the history of Yakusugi. We will leave Yakusugi Land on the way and trek through Yakushima In the one-day course, you will walk through Yakusugi Land and follow the Ishizuka sidewalk. From here, you will enter the "real forest", and it will be a dynamic road where not only Yakusugi but also giant fir and hemlock trees spread out beside the course. After walking for about 2 hours, you will enter the World Heritage Site and arrive at Yamato Sugi, which is said to have the second longevity of Yakusugi after Jomon Sugi.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day

Shiratani Unsuikyo is a forest of greenery and water, which is the image of Yakushima The full-day tour walks the primeval forest course. Yakusugi: You can see (2nd generation cedar, Sanbon cedar, Sanbonyari cedar, Bugyo cedar). Even in Shiratani Unsuikyo, this course is relatively quiet with few people, so you can enjoy your time. There are various types of moss in this wetland area it is the best attraction in Shiratani Unsuikyo! After passing the Shiratani hut, you will arrive at the Moss Forest. After passing the moss forest, crossing the Tsuji Pass, and climbing the steep uphill, you will arrive at Taikoiwa. From Taikoiwa, you can see Mt. Miyanoura, the highest peak Kyushu In spring, it is a beautiful view with wild cherry blossoms blooming all over. On the way back, we will return along the Kusugawa sidewalk. On the way, you can see big cedars such as seven cedars and kuguri cedars. There are several rivers running through Shiratani Unsuikyo, which may be closed due to danger during heavy rains. In that case, change to Yakusugi Land.

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• Age 0～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00

The base for marine activities! Yoron Island Seaman's Club! We will guide you to Yurigahama, the main symbol of Yoron Island, the pearl of the Orient! Yurigahama is a mysterious beach that can only be visited for one week around the 1st and 15th of the lunar calendar. We will guide you on a glass boat. The white sand is called "star sand." It is named for its star shape, and it is said that if you take home as much sand from Yurigahama as your age, you will be blessed with good fortune. *Yurigahama only appears when certain conditions such as spring tide and tide level are met. If it does not appear, you will only be able to enjoy the glass boat tour. *The glass boat to Yurigahama is set to the time of lowest tide. If you would like to go at a time other than that, please contact us when applying.

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• Age 10～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day

Old 7200 Year Day round-trip course to the Jomon cedar, also referred to as. Middle etc. Kosugi valley village marks and the Great cedar Wilson strains that became the base of cedar logging Yaku, is the course to walk through the forest of giant trees. ~On the day- the flow of 4:00 to 4:30 time pick-up 5:00 Yakusugi Nature Hall Parking Lot In a more shuttle bus Noboru Arakawa Yamaguchi To 6:00 Noboru Yamaguchi In breakfast and preparation exercise and finished start 6:50 Kosugi valley village trace 7:20 Kusugawa divided 7:30 Sandaisugi 8:40 Daikabu sidewalk entrance 9:10 Wilson Stump 10:15 Great cedar 11:10 Jomon cedar 17: 00 Noboru Arakawa Yamaguchi Yakusugi Nature Hall at ~ bus Parking Lot Shimoyama to

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• Age 10～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:00

Yakushima A mountain where you can feel the proximity of the mountain and the sea. If you are a mountain lover, you will want to stand on that mountain once! A huge mega-tree of banjo cedar that suddenly appears when you climb a steep climb. The view overlooks the coastline and makes you forget your tiredness. Chihiro Takino Yamaguchi → Mandai cedar → Kamiyama observatory → Mochom mountain → Kamiyama Observatory → Manyosugi → Chihiro Taki Yamaguchi(Time required About 7-8 hours)

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• Age 10～Age 75
• 4～5 hours

Edo era were made, forest Mossy exits the Kusugawa sidewalk cobblestone remains of granite and course of up to drum rock Miyanoura also views,. Outlook from drum rock views from missing the forest is a masterpiece.

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