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Kagoshima
Famous Places
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Kagoshima
Famous Places
Yakushima
3.87 2An island registered as a World Natural Heritage site, known for its abundant rainfall and rich natural environment.
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Enjoy the Wonders of a World Natural Heritage Site! A Yakushima Travel Guide
Yakushima is a remote island located south of Kagoshima Prefecture. Its greatest appeal lies in its rich natural environment and diverse ecosystem, which have earned it designation as a World Natural Heritage site. This article provides a comprehensive guide to sightseeing on Yakushima, covering its highlights and popular tourist spots, along with access information and recommended accommodations. Use this guide to make the most of the scenery and experiences that only Yakushima can offer.
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Yakushima, Amami Oshima, and Tokunoshima are World Heritage Sites in Kagoshima. What are the highlights of each island?
Kagoshima Prefecture is home to 28 inhabited islands, making it one of the most remote islands in Japan. The islands, scattered throughout the prefecture's vast area of approximately 600 km, vary in climate from temperate to subtropical, and in nature and culture.
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Kagoshima
Famous Places
Amami Oshima island
The south island where time passes leisurely.
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How to enjoy Amami Oshima, registered as a World Natural Heritage site
In this issue, we interviewed Kosuke Kijima, chairman of the Amami Oshima Eco Tour Guide Liaison Council, to tell us about nature on Amami Oshima and how to enjoy it.
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The deep-rooted traditional culture of Amami Oshima
This page will talk about the various traditional cultures on Amami Oshima, such as the Oshima Tsumugi and island folk songs, that have been passed on for more than 1300 years.
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