Yakushima — Jōmon Sugi Trek
A 22-km day trek to a 2,000+ year-old cedar on Yakushima Island.
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- Region
- Japan
- Country
- East Asia
- Biome
- Yakushima cloud forest (0–1,935 m)
- Best season
- March – May, October – November
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Sea Kayaking
- Beachcombing
- Wildlife Viewing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Yakushima cloud forest (0–1,935 m)
- Best season: March – May, October – November
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A 22-km day trek to a 2,000+ year-old cedar on Yakushima Island.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: March – May, October – November
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Yakushima cloud forest (0–1,935 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
East Asia
Biome
Yakushima cloud forest (0–1,935 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Yakushima — Jōmon Sugi Trek trip tools
Popular pursuits at Yakushima — Jōmon Sugi Trek
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Sea Kayaking
Coastal crossings, tides, and protected camps.
- Beachcombing
Tide-line walking between camps.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.