“Island Tour Photo Stamp Rally” to commemorate the 5th anniversary of World Natural Heritage registration is a timely event at Amami Islands and Yakushima to consider today.
PeriodSep 19, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
VenueAmami Islands and Yakushima
AddressKagoshima prefecture
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
AddressKagoshima Prefecture Kumage District Yakushima Town Shitogo 133-1
Before you goImage reuse permission not confirmed. Candidate for registration without photo. Address, prices, and opening hours are official from Yakushima Town.
ClosedThere is no mention of regular holidays or closed days.
Public transportShidoko bus stop (about 7 minutes walk)
By carApproximately 10 minutes by car from Miyanoura (approximately 7 kilometers) Approximately 40 minutes from Awa (approximately 26 kilometers)
ParkingToilet & Parking Lot Toilet & Parking available: 15 parking spaces available
PriceAdults 530 yen, high school and university students 370 yen, elementary and junior high school students 270 yen, children under 6 free (exhibition hall/large screen viewing fee).
AddressKagoshima Prefecture Kumage District Yakushima Town Miyanora 823-1
Last admission16:30 (Entry to exhibition hall)
Before you goImage reuse permission not confirmed. Candidate for registration without photo. Business hours clearly indicate the entry time for the exhibition hall. Do not confuse with shops, product stores, etc.
ClosedClosed Mondays, or the following day when Monday is a public holiday. Open throughout April 29-May 5 and July 20-August. Year-end closure begins December 28; confirm the complete end date at the source.
Public transportFor those coming by plane: Kagoshima Airport←→Yakushima Airport (40 minutes) Osaka (Itami) Airport←→Yakushima Airport (95 minutes) Fukuoka Airport←→Yakushima Airport (55 minutes) For those coming by high-speed boat Kagoshima Port←→Miyano…
Closed because of typhoon damage and road restrictions. Check official road, trail and facility updates before planning a visit to this ancient forest area.
LocationKagoshima Prefecture Kumage District Yakushima Town Miyanora
ClosedClosed: Open all year round (roads may be closed in winter due to snow)
Public transport[Car] - Approximately 25 minutes from Miyanoura Port - Approximately 55 minutes from Awa Port - Approximately 40 minutes from Yakushima Airport *Route buses are also available from Miyanoura Port.
Public transport[Car] - Approximately 50 minutes from Yakushima Airport - Approximately 60 minutes from Miyanoura Port - Approximately 40 minutes from Awa Port (route bus available)
An ancient cedar tree viewed from a protective deck in Yakushima's forest. Vehicle access to the trailhead is restricted; check the official arrangements.
Public transport(To Arakawa Trailhead) [Car] - Approximately 40 minutes from Miyanoura Port to Yakusugi Nature Museum, and approximately 40 minutes by mountain bus from Yakusugi Nature Museum to Arakawa Trailhead bus stop. • From Yakushima Airport to “Yakusugi Nature Museum”…
ParkingParking lot [March to November] Approximately 160 spaces in front of Yakusugi Nature Museum [December to February] Approximately 20 spaces at Arakawa trailhead
Plan what to do in Tanegashima, Yakushima, Tokara & Mishima today
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Things to Do in Tanegashima, Yakushima, Tokara & Mishima, Kagoshima Today: Events, Movies & Places
Article updated: October 24, 2026
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Plan your day in Tanegashima, Yakushima, Tokara & Mishima
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