Yakushima|Year-round
Yakushima Jomon Sugi
Moderate
Day by Day
Day 1
10 km+700 m6–7 hrsArakawa trailhead to Takatsuka hut. Boardwalk and root-covered trail through primeval forest. The trees get older and larger as you climb. Wilson's Stump at 4 km.
SleepTakatsuka Hut(Mountain hut, 30 beds, compost toilet)EatDehydrated meals, cup ramen
Day 2
14 km+400 m / −1,100 m8–9 hrsEarly start to Jomon Sugi (2–7,000 years old). The tree is impressive but the forest around it is the point. Return via same trail to Arakawa.
SleepN/A(Trail exit)EatPack snacks, hut breakfast
What's Provided
- Hut reservation (1 night)
- Trail permit (required)
- Guide with forest knowledge
- Hut meals
- Transport from port
What You Need
- Waterproof boots (mud guaranteed)
- Full rain gear (300 rain days/year)
- 25L pack
- Dry bag for sleeping clothes
- Insect repellent
Physical Prep
Rain makes this harder than the numbers suggest. Wet boards are slippery. You should be steady on your feet. The distance is manageable but conditions slow you down.
Your Guide
Rotating local guide
Local guides rotate seasonally. All carry bear bells and know which sections flood first. The hut warden has been there 20 years and tracks every tree that falls.
Price per person
¥55,000
Includes guide, huts, meals, transport from trailhead