Best trails in Yakushima National Park
Want to find the best trails in Yakushima National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 15 great trails for hiking, walking, and camping and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 160 to 8,723 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Yakushima National Park.
Top trails
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(312)
•Hard
•3.6 mi
•Est. 2h 25m
Shiratani Unsuikyo Ravine (白谷雲水峡) via Taikoiwa Rock Round Trip Course is located in the northern part of Yakushima. It is known for huge granite rocks spread throughout the area, formed by the erosion of rainfall, which is covered by virgin forest. You can enjoy the views wonderful from Taikoiwa Rock.
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(197)
•Hard
•13.0 mi
•Est. 6h 53m
Jomon-sugi Cedar Trail (縄文杉トレイル)
Hike to Jomon-sugi (Jōmon Sugi) Cedar from the Arakawa trailhead. This tree is located on Yakushima which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This cedar tree is the largest of all the confirmed Yaku cedars. It is also one of the oldest trees. It's estimated that these trees are around 2,000 to 7,000 years old. The unique shape of the trees indicates how Yaku cedars grow in areas under regular typhoons.
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(101)
•Moderate
•1.8 mi
•Est. 1h 0m
This trail is located at the base of Mount Tachu (太忠岳), which runs through Arakawa Sidewalk in Yakusugi Land. This trail is the 150 minutes course in Yakushima. There are also various other courses (180 minutes). Enjoy strolling through the great Yakushima cedar tree forest.
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(52)
•Moderate
•1.2 mi
•Est. 31m
Yakusugi Land（ヤクスギランド）
Also known as the azalea river course. This trail is just the middle length of the five courses in Yakusugi Land. From the administration building, first walk on the masonry road or the wooden road. However, there is a mountain trail from Arakawa Bridge in the middle of the course to the area around Buddha Sugi. It is a walking course where you can enjoy the natural recreation forest of Yakushima.
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(19)
•Hard
•15.6 mi
•Est. 10h 24m
This long distance hiking course starts from Shirataniunsui-kyo (白谷雲水峡) and heads to Yodogawa Trailhead (淀川登山口) through various Yakushima's famous spots, such as the Jomon-sugi Cedar which is over 1000 years old, and Mount Miyanoura, the highest peak in Kyushu. It is located in Yakushima National Park and offers you an opportunity to experience the rich nature of Yakushima.
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(29)
•Hard
•3.0 mi
•Est. 3h 32m
Mount Mocchomu-dake (モッチョム岳) is known as the one of the most difficult mountain for climbing/hiking in Yakushima. This mountain may be challenging however there are beautiful views at the top. You will be able to enjoy scenic views of the blue sea and Onoaida from the summit of this mountain.
Although the distance is short, it is a trail recommended for experienced climbers.
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(11)
•Hard
•5.5 mi
Mount Kuromi - Yodogawa Trailhead (黒味岳 - 淀川登山口)
Mount Kuromi, nestled deep in the heart of the World Heritage Site of Yakushima Island, is popular for its excellent views. This climbing course starts at the Yodogawa trailhead and heads for the summit of the mountain.
Mount Kuromi is characterized by the large granite rocks at the summit, and various uniquely shaped granites also can be seen along the trail. Mount Kuromi is characterized by the large granite rocks at the summit, and various...
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Trail reviews for Yakushima National Park
Beautiful and adventurous hike to the tallest peak on Yakushima island.
Parking: Free, Small lot
Mount Miyanoura - Mount Kuromi - Kigensugi Cedar
You can see Yakushima cedars that have lived for more than 1000 years. It is a mysterious atmosphere.
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Parking: Entry fee, Paid, Medium lot
Mount Tachu
Easier than advertised under relatively dry conditions, notably because the trail maintenance is excellent, took me a bit less than 7h counting the lunch break and I hike a handful of times a year. It’s important to lookup the mountain bus timetables you need to take to reach the beginning of the trail (even if you have a car) as they leave very early from the Yakushima museum bus stop. If you take the first bus (5:00am) you won’t need to walk past the guided groups which are fairly slow. I had enough energy to checkout the Taiko Iwa rock which is part of the Shiratani Unsuikyo trail and go back to the Arakawa bus stop.
Parking: Free, Medium lot
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Yakushima National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Yakushima National Park is Shiratani Unsuikyo Ravine via Taikoiwa Rock, which has a 4.9 star rating from 312 reviews. This trail is 3.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,318 ft.
What is the longest trail in Yakushima National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Yakushima National Park is Mount Miyanoura Traverse - Anbo. This trail is estimated to be 27.7 mi long.
How many trails are in Yakushima National Park?
There are 15 trails in Yakushima National Park. These trails have an average 4.7-star rating from 910 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Yakushima National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Yakushima National Park has you covered. Yakushima Ridgeline Trail boasts the most elevation gain with 8,723 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Mount Miyanoura Traverse - Anbo, which will get you 8,595 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Yakushima National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 camping trails in Yakushima National Park and the most popular is Shiratani Unsuikyo Ravine via Taikoiwa Rock with an average 4.9 star rating from 312 community reviews.