Situated a couple of minutes walk from the Yakusugi Museum, the World Heritage Center explains why Yakushima has World Heritage status. While there are few exhibits to see, there are explanations in English and the Center is free to enter. OPEN: 9am – 5pm CLOSED: Tuesday March – November Saturda

A natural park located around the middle reaches of Miyanoura River in the hills above Miyanoura Town. Clear streams flow through the park and Japanese taro and bonin ferns grow abundantly. In early June, fireflies can be spotted by the small stream that runs through the grounds. The Nature Park is

Located on the hillside above Anbo (安房) on the road to Yakusugi Land. The museum explains the history of Yaku sugi and forestry on Yakushima.  It also covers Yakushima’s natural environment and bio-diversity.  You can borrow a Talkie pen and headphones to listen to the information in En