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1-Day Yakushima Jomon Cedar Tour with Expert Guide

4.80· 554 reviews

Highlights

Enjoy a day trip to the moss-covered forest, the iconic Jomon Cedar
Hike through lush trails in a UNESCO World Heritage natural setting
Hiking equipment is available for rent at no extra charge (Upon request)
Enjoy a small-group hiking experience for a personalized adventure

What to expect

Embark on a day-trekking tour to the iconic Jomon Sugi!
Free gear rentals (boots, rainwear, backpacks) are included, so anyone can join easily.
Enjoy a wonderful time immersed in the mystical nature of Yakushima!

What's included

Guide
Insurance
Hiking gear rental includes: hiking boots, rainwear (top and bottom), backpack (with rain cover), trekking poles, headlamp, and fleece (or warm clothing; not needed in summer)

About this experience

Starting at: 04:00

Schedule

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Pick-Up at Nearest Bus Stop to Hotel (Miyanoura to Onoaida)
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Depart for Arakawa Trailhead
05:30
Start of Trekking
Free rental gear includes rainwear, boots, and backpack.
The Jomon Sugi hike is 22 km and takes about 10 hours.
Most of the trail is flat, and beginners are welcome.
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Highlights of the Jomon Sugi Trekking
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Wilson Stump
The Wilson Stump, famous for its heart-shaped view, is a popular photo spot.Whether you capture a perfect heart shape depends on where you stand inside.
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Jomon Sugi
You've finally reached the Jomon Sugi! The tough climb ends here.Take photos, rest, and soak in the moment.
Spend as much time as possible on the viewing deck before heading back.
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We Will Be Your Guides
First-timers are very welcome! Feel free to join with confidence.
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★☆Guide Mackey (Harumi Makifuchi)☆★
March 2025 newcomer who relocated and made her guide debut. A promising new guide and a cat lover. After a working holiday in New Zealand sparked her love for the mountains, she joined Yamakara. She is steadily growing as a guide and can also assist in English.
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★☆Guide Mami (Mami Yamamoto)☆★
An active guide with working holiday experience in Australia. With her friendly and approachable personality, she works hard every day to share the charm of Yakushima with as many people as possible.
17:00
Arrive at Arakawa Trailhead
Arrived at Arakawa Trailhead! The long journey may have felt endless, but looking back, it’s a rewarding and unforgettable memory. Great job on completing a long day!
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Drop-Off at Nearest Bus Stop to Hotel

Location and Directions

Itinerary

Pick-Up Area
Pick-up is available along the main prefectural roads in the Miyanoura, Anbo, and Onoaida areas of Yakushima.
For accommodations in the Anbo area that are far from the main road, guests will be guided by staff to the nearest bus stop.

For accommodations outside the pick-up area—or even within the area but including the following—guests are kindly asked to travel on their own (e.g., by rental car) to the designated meeting point:

Cottage Kukai, Ocean View Guesthouse Yakushima, Yakushima Shizuku-no-Mori, etc.

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Restrictions

[Important] Health Check for Safe Hiking

To ensure a safe and enjoyable tour experience, please carefully review the following information.

1. What to Bring on the Day
・Please make sure to bring the following items in case of sudden illness or injury:
・Health insurance card
・Regular medications (such as pain relievers)
・Prescription medications (such as emergency or as-needed medication prescribed by your doctor)
2. Guests Required to Submit Health Information
If you have any of the following medical histories or symptoms, please be sure to complete the "Yakushima Additional Information Form" provided in the email you receive after booking.
Common Symptoms Requiring Disclosure:
・Respiratory / Cardiovascular: Asthma, COPD, heart disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure
・Allergies / Metabolic: Anaphylaxis, diabetes requiring insulin treatment
・Neurological / Mental Health: Epilepsy, walking or balance disorders, aphasia, dementia, uncontrolled mental illness
・Other: Visual or hearing impairments, dizziness or unsteadiness, severe obesity, or anyone advised by a doctor to restrict exercise
Children 10 years old and above can participate in this activity.
People 70 years old and above can not participate in this activity.

What to bring

Two meals (breakfast and lunch bento)
・Drinks (1–2 bottles of water or sports drink, 500ml each; refill stations available)
・Trail snacks (e.g. dried fruits, salted candy, chocolate, CalorieMate, energy gel—anything you like that provides energy)
・Thick socks (please bring even when trying on rental boots)
・Gloves
・Hat
・Long-sleeve shirt
・Functional underwear
・Trekking pants (no jeans or cotton; sportswear is acceptable)
Foldable umbrella
・Plastic bags (e.g. ziplocks for waterproofing gear, or bags for trash)

※ Please prepare your bento in advance by asking your accommodation (pay on-site).
※ Clothing made of moisture-wicking, quick-drying materials (synthetic or lightweight merino wool) is recommended.
※ As Yakushima experiences frequent rain, proper rain protection is essential. Use plastic bags or similar methods to waterproof your belongings.

Other requirements

About Free Rental of Hiking Gear
How to apply:
Please fill out the “Rental Request Form” linked in the confirmation email sent after your reservation is complete.
◆ The deadline to submit the rental form is 23:59, four days before the tour.
Rental items not requested by the deadline or with incomplete information (e.g., missing size) cannot be prepared. Please arrange your own gear if necessary.
The deadline cannot be extended, even for last-minute bookings. If you apply for a tour within 3 days of your booking date, our rental gear will not be available. Please note this in advance.
◆ For bookings within 3 days, Yamakara may call to confirm details. If unreachable or if payment and form submission are not confirmed by 15:00 the day before the tour, the reservation will be canceled.

Free rentals info:
https://www.yamakara.com/kawaraban/yakushimareport/746/yakushima-free-rental
How to receive rental gear
Rental items will be delivered free of charge to your accommodation on Yakushima.
For tours taking place on or after Monday, January 6, 2025, rental gear will be delivered to your accommodation the day before the tour.
If you wish to change sizes after trying on the items, please call the emergency contact number listed in the final information email during office hours (10:00–18:00).
Please note that itineraries may be changed or shortened at the guide's discretion for safety reasons due to:

-Weather conditions (or sudden changes during the tour)
-Participants' physical condition

As we prioritize safety, no partial or full refunds will be issued for shortened itineraries once the tour (walking) has started. Please understand that this is an outdoor activity subject to nature before booking.
Please review the rules and etiquette of Yakushima National Park before your visit.
https://www.env.go.jp/park/yakushima/ywhcc/np/manner_rules_navi.html
About the chartered bus
Participants will be taken to the trailhead on a chartered bus reserved exclusively for the tour.
https://www.yamakara.com/kawaraban/yakushimareport/693/yamakara_yakushima_bus
Shuttle to Arakawa Trailhead
Guests will be transported from the nearest designated meeting point (between Miyanoura and Onoaida) to the Arakawa Trailhead.
This is not the public Arakawa shuttle bus departing from the Nature Center.

Round-trip fare: ¥2,500 per person (pay on-site)
Age requirement: 10–69 years old
(Participants under 16 must be accompanied by a guardian. Those under 20 need parental consent.)
The tour will proceed rain or shine, except in severe weather conditions. Cancellation fees apply for cancellations or no-shows made for personal reasons.
・Tours may be canceled or altered due to weather or road conditions. Transportation costs to/from the site will not be reimbursed in case of cancellation.
・If canceled in advance, the tour operator will contact you by the day of the tour.
・Please note any medical conditions or concerns in the remarks section when booking.
As the tour starts early in the morning, you will need both breakfast and lunch bentos. Please ask your accommodation when checking in.
・You may not be able to catch a departing flight on the same day after the tour. Please arrange to leave the island the day after the tour.
How to return rental gear
Rental items must be returned at the Arakawa Trailhead after the hike.
You can leave your own shoes (to wear after returning the rental gear) and the black rental bag marked “YAHHO” on the shuttle bus during the hike, so be sure to bring them with you at the tour departure.
Your guide will assist with collection after the tour.

Additional notes

About the organizer's insurance coverage
For day hikes:
・Death or permanent disability: ¥5,000,000
・Daily hospitalization benefit: ¥5,000
・Surgery coverage:
• 10× daily hospitalization benefit for surgeries during hospitalization
• 1× daily benefit for other surgeries
・Daily outpatient benefit: ¥3,000

Operated by

YamakaraYakushima (Code:195854)

Cancellation policy

2-8 business days before (local time): 30%
1-2 business days before (local time): 50%
Less than 1 business day before / No-show: 100%

Reviews

4.80

554 reviews

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It was an encounter that surpassed the hardships✨

Posted Date: 2026/07/22

クミコ

I casually signed up to see Jomon Sugi. However, after calmly considering the 22 kilometers, I wondered if I would be okay since I had almost no experience in mountain climbing. In reality, it was incredibly tough.

However, the guide shared various stories along the way, and I was captivated by the stunning Yakusugi trees, which provided an emotional experience that far surpassed the difficulties.

It was an unforgettable experience for a lifetime. Thank you very much to our guide, Ando! ✨縄文杉みたさに、気軽に申し込みました。その後冷静に22キロを考えると登山ほぼ未経験状態で大丈夫か？と思いましたが、実際めちゃくちゃきつかったです。
ですが、ガイドさんが歩いている途中も色々お話してくださり、そして、圧巻の屋久杉の数々に魅了され、大変さをはるかにはるかに上回る感動体験ができました。
一生、忘れられない体験です。ガイドの安藤さん、大変お世話になりました✨

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I'm glad I participated in the tour!

Posted Date: 2026/07/21

ひっちけり

It was quite tough for someone like me who lacks exercise, but participating in the tour and encouraging each other with the guide and fellow participants made it a truly rewarding experience to reach the top. I might have given up halfway if I had gone alone.

Of course, I had always wanted to see the mystical Yakusugi at least once in my lifetime, so I'm glad I went while I still had the energy. It has become a cherished memory for me. Thank you very much!!運動不足の私にはかなりキツかったですが、ツアーに参加したことでガイドさんや同じ参加者さんと励まし合いながら最後まで登り切った達成感は感動ものです。一人で行っていたら途中で挫折していたかも。
勿論、幻想的な屋久杉は一生に一度は観たかったので、更に体力が無くなる前に今のうちに行って良かったです。一生の思い出になりました。ありがとうございました!!

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Jomon Sugi is the best!

Posted Date: 2026/07/21

山ちゃん

After being assigned to Kagoshima for 16 years, I finally achieved my dream. I caused some trouble for the team due to lack of exercise, but thanks to the guide's efforts, I managed to complete it somehow.鹿児島赴任し16年
遂に夢叶いました、
運動不足でチームに迷惑かけましたが
ガイドさんのご尽力で何とか制覇しました。

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First time Yakushima!

Posted Date: 2026/07/20

まさ

I joined because I wanted to see Jomon Sugi. It was quite a long trekking tour, but I had a great time! I'm glad I could participate, thank you very much.縄文杉を見てみたくて参加しました。
かなり長時間のトレッキングツアーでしたが楽しかったです！
参加できてよかったです、ありがとうございました。

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It was the best!

Posted Date: 2026/07/19

あんこ

The guide was incredibly unique in a good way, making it feel like we were watching a TV show. At times it was educational, and at other times we were laughing out loud, which made the journey enjoyable. Because the guide was like that, I quickly bonded with the other participants, and although it was a long trip, we had an absolute blast.

On the day of the tour, the weather was clear, and Yakushima's great nature was a million times more wonderful than I had imagined. I was moved beyond words an… The guide was incredibly unique in a good way, making it feel like we were watching a TV show. At times it was educational, and at other times we were laughing out loud, which made the journey enjoyable. Because the guide was like that, I quickly bonded with the other participants, and although it was a long trip, we had an absolute blast.

On the day of the tour, the weather was clear, and Yakushima's great nature was a million times more wonderful than I had imagined. I was moved beyond words and was truly satisfied.

Additionally, the rental service was very helpful for beginners like us. Thank you for helping us create memories that might only happen once in a lifetime. ガイドさんがとてもいい意味でクセがすごくて、テレビを見てるような感覚で時に勉強になり、時に爆笑しながら道中過ごせました。ガイドさんがそんな感じなので、ご一緒した他の方々ともすぐに打ち解けて、長い道のりでしたが、めちゃくちゃ楽しく過ごせました。
当日は晴れて屋久島の大自然が思ってたよりも一億万倍素晴らしかったことで、言葉にならない感動をいただけて、ほんとに大満足でした。
また、レンタルサービスも初心者の私達にはありがたかったです。
一生に一度かもしれない思い出を作っていただき、ありがとうございました。

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Far ahead of the participants' thoughts.

Posted Date: 2026/07/17

Kto

July 2026
Weather: Clear
Temperature: On the warmer side

Despite the limited information about participants, I was impressed by the many guides who prepared what they could anticipate in advance. I could feel the teamwork among the guides for that day, as well as their efforts and dedication to maintaining not only the natural heritage but also the overall environment of the island.

Until now, I had often trekked and climbed freely, but this time, I had a high school student accompanying me … July 2026
Weather: Clear
Temperature: On the warmer side

Despite the limited information about participants, I was impressed by the many guides who prepared what they could anticipate in advance. I could feel the teamwork among the guides for that day, as well as their efforts and dedication to maintaining not only the natural heritage but also the overall environment of the island.

Until now, I had often trekked and climbed freely, but this time, I had a high school student accompanying me who was a beginner at trekking. Reluctantly, I signed up for the tour as a precaution. However, the outcome was undoubtedly positive. The enthusiastic attitude of everyone, their preparations to ensure we had fun, and the safety-conscious planning all contributed to creating wonderful memories. 2026年7月　
天気晴れ　
気温高め

参加者情報が少ない中で、事前に想像できることを準備されてるガイドさんが多いことや、その日の担当ガイドさん同士でのチーム力や、自然遺産はもちろん、島全体の環境を維持するための努力や尽力を身をもって感じることができました。
今までトレッキングや登山ではフリーで登ることが多かった中で、今回は同伴者が高校生でトレッキング初心者であったことで
渋々、保険のつもりで申し込みをお願いしたツアーでした。
しかし、結果としては言うまでもなく、皆様の勉強熱心な姿勢や、こちらを楽しませるための… 2026年7月　
天気晴れ　
気温高め

参加者情報が少ない中で、事前に想像できることを準備されてるガイドさんが多いことや、その日の担当ガイドさん同士でのチーム力や、自然遺産はもちろん、島全体の環境を維持するための努力や尽力を身をもって感じることができました。
今までトレッキングや登山ではフリーで登ることが多かった中で、今回は同伴者が高校生でトレッキング初心者であったことで
渋々、保険のつもりで申し込みをお願いしたツアーでした。
しかし、結果としては言うまでもなく、皆様の勉強熱心な姿勢や、こちらを楽しませるための準備、安全を考慮したプランニング、すべてが最高の思い出につながることとなりました。

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I'm glad to hear that!

Posted Date: 2026/07/15

タッカー

The guide's support and everyone in the group were very good. If I had a little more stamina, it would have been perfect. I hope to have the opportunity again.ガイドさんの対応もグループの皆さんもとてもよかったです。自分の体力がもう少しあれば、最高によかったでした。
また機会があればよろしくお願いします。

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Having a guide is reassuring.

Posted Date: 2026/07/12

タロウ7

I have average physical strength, but I started building my body about two months ago in my own way. Even so, I was anxious about the actual event, but the support from the guide provided great reassurance, and I was able to see it through to the end. Honestly, it was tough, but I recommend having a guide to make it a fun memory.普通の体力ですが、自分なりに、2ヶ月前くらいから、体作りしました。それでも本番不安がありましたが、ガイドさんの支えが大きな安心につながり、最後までやりきりました。正直大変ですが、楽しい思い出にするためにもガイド付をオススメします。

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A full 10 hours of activities!

Posted Date: 2026/07/07

オーシャン

There are many highlights, and although it was 10 hours, it felt like no time at all. The sense of accomplishment was exceptional. The distance is about 22 km round trip, but the 8 km round trip on the trolley path is flat, so it’s not too burdensome. After the typhoon passed, the weather was clear, and it was comfortable with a breeze up top.見どころ沢山あり、10時間ですがあっと言う間でした。達成感も格別です。距離は往復22km程度ですが、トロッコ道8km往復間は平坦で、それ程の負担ではありません。台風通過後で快晴、上の方は風もあり快適でした。

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It was the best experience!

Posted Date: 2026/06/30

あり

As a trekking beginner, I was initially filled with anxiety, but once I participated, I had an amazing time! I was thrilled to see such precious things!! I even got to see deer! The guide provided miso soup for lunch, which was very delicious!! Along the way, they offered warm drinks, which was the best. It turned out to be a great sweet experience!トレッキング初心者の私は当初、不安がいっぱいでしたが実際参加したらすごく楽しかったです！貴重なものを見ることができて感激でした！！シカも見ることがてきました！
ガイドさんがランチにはお味噌汁を提供してくださり、大変美味しかったです！！
途中ではあったかい飲み物を提供してくださりと最高でした。
良い甘い出になりました！

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