All Reviews of Yakushima

I hiked through the mystical forests of Yakushima, which inspired Princess Mononoke, all the way to Taikoiwa Rock. Sudden, heavy rain showers happen pretty often, so a raincoat is a must. Thanks to all the rain, the forest feels super alive and the air is incredibly fresh and full of negative ions. Walking through the deep woods feels like entering another world—there are giant fallen trees, flowing rivers, and it almost feels like fairies could appear at any moment. The view from Taikoiwa Rock at the end is absolutely stunning. Definitely a place you should visit.

The natural scenery on the island is stunning. You can see the ancient Yakusugi cedar forests over 1,000 meters above sea level. There's also a unique mixed-gender hot spring in the sea at Hirauchi, but I was too shy to try it.