Yakushima Island | Into the Wild: Starlit Forests, World Heritage Trails & Yakusugi Craft and Fragrance – 3 Days, 2 Nights

Take a high-speed ferry across the sea to Yakushima, letting the rhythm of the waves ease you into island time. After arriving at Anbō Port, check in to your accommodation and enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring the island at your own pace.

Venture into the forest after dark with a local guide. Depending on the season, look for sea turtles, fireflies, or bioluminescent fungi, and learn about Yakushima’s unique nighttime ecosystem. End the evening beneath a spectacular sky filled with stars.

Stroll along the beautiful white-sand beach of Nagata before entering the Western Forest Trail within the World Heritage area. Walk through Yakushima’s ancient evergreen forests, keeping an eye out for wildlife along the way. Take a break beside a clear mountain stream with forest coffee and a packed lunch.

Visit Ōkawa Falls, one of Japan’s celebrated waterfalls, where water plunges 88 meters through the lush landscape. Take in the dramatic scenery and feel the refreshing power of one of Yakushima’s most spectacular natural landmarks.

Create your own souvenir using Yakusugi cedar, a distinctive material deeply connected to Yakushima’s culture and forests. At lunchtime, enjoy a taste of local island cuisine featuring flying fish prepared in three different ways, discovering the simple yet distinctive flavors of Yakushima.

Work with a professional perfumer to create your own personalized fragrance inspired by Yakushima. Blend woody notes reminiscent of the island’s ancient cedar forests with fresh, airy scents inspired by its mountains and coastline. Afterward, head to the port and board the 4:00 PM ferry, carrying your handmade creations and memories of Yakushima with you.