A great way to experience Yakushima for those requiring more of an adventure to their visit to Yakushima would be to book a YES Yakushima Overnight Tour.
The Shiratani Unsuikyo & Jomon Sugi 2 Day Tour allows guests to visit the ancient sugi tree by avoiding as much as possible the day-tripper crowds. The mountain hut is only a few minutes walk from Jomon Sugi and after mid-afternoon you can have the tree to yourself! This overnight hike enters & returns along the same route, and the benefit of this is that Shiratani Unsuikyo is always worth a second visit (or more!).
If you book a Yakushima tour with YES we will also be happy to RESERVE your Toppy & Rocket hydro-foil tickets to Yakushima.
BOOK this Tour and/or contact YES for more details.