Visited Jomon Sugi in Kagoshima!

I visited the famous Jomon Sugi in Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture! It was something I had always wanted to see, and it was truly moving.

I woke up at 3:30 in the morning and took a bus to the Arakawa Trailhead bus stop. From there, I walked along the tracks where trolleys run, taking about 5 hours to reach Jomon Sugi. With a guide providing breaks and explanations, it might take around 4 hours if you walk briskly.

The Jomon Sugi I saw was absolutely massive! It's said that it would take 10 adult men holding hands to encircle its trunk, and it was indeed incredibly thick and large—truly astonishing.

I also came across the Wilson Stump, a heart-shaped tree stump, which was adorable.

We rested by the river, learned a lot about Yakusugi trees, and enjoyed a 10-hour round-trip trekking experience.

If your legs and back are in good health, I highly recommend visiting!

Post by しおんの旅 | Apr 22, 2025