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Island Escapes: Yakushima, Amami, and Yoron
12 days · 21 stops · ¥150,000–¥250,000 · 2 views
Tue, Sep 15 – Sat, Sep 26
Discover the lush forests of Yakushima, the cultural richness of Amami, and the tranquil beaches of Yoron in this immersive island adventure.
Days
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Shiratani Unsuikyo
Kagoshima
Schedule
Day 01 of 12Land at FUK · Tue, Sep 15 · from JFK · 1 traveler
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Yakushima · 5 nights
Tue, Sep 15 → Sun, Sep 20 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
白谷雲水峡
Stay ~1h 30m
No rail access — local bus from Miyanoura Port, ~25 min (¥560 one-way, ~4 round trips/day), or ~30 min by car
Shiratani Unsuikyo is a moss-covered cedar ravine on Yakushima, entered on payment of a ¥800 forest-maintenance levy at the trailhead hut — raised from ¥500 in April 2026. Allow about four hours for the full circuit through the moss forest and its ancient cedars. There is no railway: local buses from Miyanoura Port take about 25 minutes, cost ¥560 one way and run only about four times a day each way, so check the timetable before committing to it.
by ferry + train via Kagoshima, 5h 34m·Get directions
20:30
EXPLORE
福岡アジア美術館
Stay ~2h
⚠ likely closed by then — usually closes ~6:00 PM; double-check before going
Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station
The Fukuoka Asian Art Museum showcases a rich collection of contemporary Asian art, focusing on works from various countries across the continent. It serves as a cultural bridge, promoting understanding and appreciation of Asian art and artists.
Getting around
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JR Kyushu Rail Pass — All Kyushu Area
Close call — your rail estimates to ~¥24,400 vs ¥24,000 for the JR Kyushu Pass (All, 5-day). Rule of thumb: a 7-day JR Pass usually pays off only with 2+ long shinkansen round-trips (e.g. Tokyo→Kyoto→Hiroshima). Check the official fares for your routes.
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Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
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Ferry required
At least one destination is accessible only by ferry. Book in advance — island ferries sell out weeks ahead in peak season (Apr–May, Jul–Aug).
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥22,500–¥38,000 / person / day
¥270,000–¥455,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 20 travel legs and 11 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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