🌲 Yakushima
Ancient cedar forests and subtropical wilderness in southern Japan
📋 Fast Facts
- Subtropical island south of Kyushu, designated UNESCO World Heritage site in 1993
- Home to yakusugi (ancient cedar trees), some estimated at 2,170–7,200 years old
- Contains over 1,900 plant species across elevation zones ranging from subtropical to cool temperate
- Popular for multi-day hiking, nature observation, kayaking, and snorkeling
Yakushima is a subtropical island located south of Kyushu in southern Japan. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site ...