The North East of Yakushima covers the area from Isso around to Anbo and includes the airport area and Miyanoura. There are lots of things to do and here is a selection.
SHITOKO GAJUMARU BANYAN PARK
A small park full of banyan trees which have distinctive hanging roots.
Shitoko Gajumaru Banyan Park, Yakushima |
YAKUSHIMA COMPREHENSIVE NATURE PARK
Location: Miyanoura (See Google maps)
Have a dip in the crystal clear water or spot the odd monkey in the trees on the opposite bank, bring a picnic and chill.
YAKUSHIMA ENVIRONMENTAL CULTURE VILLAGE CENTER
Location: Miyanoura (See Google maps)
A small museum and information center with a cinema showing an interesting documentary about the nature of the island.
Yakushima Environmental Culture Village Center |
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