Yakushima Island | A Soul-Standing Dialogue Between Mountains and Sea: A Pilgrimage to the 7200-Year-Old Jomon Sugi Legend and the Clear Stream of the Awa River - A 3-Day, 2-Night SUP Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventure 084
| Departure / Meeting Point: | 屋久島機場或港口（專人接送 |
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| Duration | 3 days 2 nights |
| Operating Period | 2026-04-01 ~ 2027-03-31 |
| Minimum Number of Participants | 2 ~ 4 people |
| Price (per person) |
Adult: ¥150,000 Child: ¥150,000 |
| Age Restriction | 12 歲以上（需家長陪同） |
Itinerary Details
The Rhythm of Life's Source: Awa River SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding)
Our first stop upon arriving in Yakushima is to greet each other in the most water-based way. The Awa River boasts crystal-clear waters, and its banks are surrounded by pristine forests. With the guidance of professional instructors, even beginners can stand steadily on the SUP board. As you glide along the gentle stream, with schools of fish swimming beneath your feet and swaying greenery overhead, this tranquil feeling of “floating in the forest” is the perfect ritual to begin your Yakushima adventure.
The End of the Wilderness Expedition: A Pilgrimage to the Ancient Jomon Sugi
The Jomon Sugi is not only a symbol of Yakushima Island, but also a legend of life spanning thousands of years. This long journey, about 22 kilometers round trip, tests the traveler’s will. Starting from the abandoned forest railway, passing through the spiritually imbued Wilson Tree, when the giant Jomon Sugi appears in the morning mist, the awe spanning four thousand years (some say seven thousand two hundred years) will become the most powerful natural energy replenishment in your life.
Itinerary
Day 1: Island Crossing and Clearwater Floating Ceremony
Departure from Kagoshima and Arrival at Yakushima
Take a high-speed ferry to Anbo Port. Upon arrival, you can enjoy a local flying fish meal and store your heavy luggage in the station lockers.
Abogawa SUP Stand Up Paddle Adventure
Walk to the meeting point. Don life jackets and enjoy 3 hours of stand-paddleboarding on the verdant Anbo River, led by a professional English-speaking guide. Afterwards, retrieve your luggage and head to the hotel to collect your hiking rental equipment from the guide.
Day 2: Jomon Sugi Mt. Climbing Mountain – A Long March Through a Thousand Years
Arakawa Trail Start and Forest Hiking
After picking up the hotel breakfast box in the early morning, we set off. The guide picked us up and took us to the trailhead, where we boarded the old forest tram line and passed by the Sandai Sugi, Niō Sugi, and Wilson’s Tree in sequence.
Pilgrimage to Jomon Sugi and a safe return
Take photos with the Jomon Sugi at the finish line and feel the awe of this World Heritage Site. After descending the mountain, the guide will take you back to the hotel to rest and return the rented equipment. You are free to choose a local seafood restaurant for dinner to replenish your energy.
Day 3: Island Bus Tour and Return Trip
Yakuzaru-go sightseeing bus tour
Take a local bus to visit the Banyan Tree in the middle, the Ochiwa Waterfall (88-meter drop), the Western Forest Road (to look for deer and monkeys), and the Nagata Beach.
Lunch stroll and return to Kagoshima
Enjoy lunch at Miyanoura Market at your leisure. At 15:45, depart by high-speed ferry and arrive at Kagoshima Port at approximately 18:30, concluding your journey with abundant natural energy.
Important Information & Cancellation Policy
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Notes: * Additional fees: A nature conservation fee of 1,500 yen will be charged on-site for the second day of the hike.
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Preparation checklist: Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, bring your own swimsuit (to wear underneath), towel, and personal drinking water for hiking.
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Physical fitness assessment: The Jomon Sugi trip takes about 10 hours round trip, so it is recommended to be in good physical condition before departure.
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Cancellation Policy:
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Once a reservation is made, a 5% system cancellation fee will be charged if the reservation is cancelled due to personal reasons.
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7 days before departure: 30%
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3 days before departure: 50%
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Previous day and current day: 100%
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