Yakushima attractions: The North West

The north west of Yakushima is where the UNESCO protected forest reaches all the way to the sea. 

Location: West coast of Yakushima 

Dense vegetation on Seibu Rindoh Forest Path

A wild macaque crossing Seibu Rindoh Forest Path

Drive, ride or cycle on the meandering road and count the monkeys and deer on the roadside.

Location: Nagata 

The clear mounatin waters of Nagata river

Yokogawa natural pool

Swim in the crystal clear water of Nagata river.

Location: Nagata

Walk along the beach, see the turtles or watch the sunset.

Inakahama beach, Yakushima

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