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Yakushima Sightseeing Half-day Bus Tour "Yakuzaru-go" Morning Course

4.60· 90 reviews

Highlights

  • A Half-Day Plan to See the Highlights in the Morning
  • Explore Highlights of Yakushima Efficiently

What to expect

Limited to 24 people per day. Join the "Yakuzaru-go" for a half-day bus tour of Yakushima. See highlights such as Ohko-no-taki Waterfall and Seibu Rindo Forest Path. The tour ends downtown for easy afternoon travel.

Packages (2)

Schedule

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    Boarding from the Miyanoura, Koseda, and Anbo Districts
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    Senpiro-no-taki Waterfall
    Enjoy the dynamic 60-meter drop of the waterfall flowing over a massive single slab of granite.
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    Pick-up in Onoaida District
    *Customers joining from the Onoaida District are not included in the sightseeing to Senpiro Falls.
  4. —
    Nakama Gajumaru
    The Nakama Gajumaru is famous as a tree where spirits dwell and brings
    happiness. Passing through the mysterious arch formed by the Gajumaru tree that is over 300 years old...
  5. —
    Ohko-no-taki Waterfall
    Yakushima's largest waterfall, with an 88-meter drop, is one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls. The thundering sound and abundant negative ions make it a healing experience.
  6. —
    Seibu Rindo Forest Path
    Located on the west side of Yakushima, the Seibu Rindo (West Forest Trail) is a 20km (12.4 miles) stretch of road. Most of the road (15km) is located within the island’s World Natural Heritage area.
  7. —
    Nagata Inakahama Beach
    Nagata Inakahama beach is a beautiful beach with white sand and cobalt blue sea. It is also famous as a nesting site for sea turtles. You might find the footprints of the sea turtles that have returned to the sea on the beach.
  8. —
    Drop-off at Furusato Market in MIyanoura District

Location and Directions

  • Check-out

    Furusato Market

    797-1 Miyanoura, Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture

    Furusato Market — 797-1 Miyanoura, Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture

Reviews

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The tour was fun, but
Posted Date: 2026/04/25
dangoman
Once we entered the World Heritage area, we were able to see scenery that cannot be found on the mainland, and the tour itself was great. However, despite confirming the meeting place multiple times over the phone the day before, the bus passed right by us. Fortunately, the owner of our accommodation drove us to catch up with the bus, and we managed to get on. If it hadn't been for that, we would have missed the tour.世界遺産の区域内へ入ると内地では見られない景色もみられて、ツアー自体は良かったが朝の待ち合わせ場所を、前日に電話で何度も確認したにもかかわらず、バスが我々の前を通りすぎてしまい、宿の主人が我々を車に乗せておいかけて行ってくれて、何とか乗れたがそうでなかったら、ツアーに参加できないところだった。

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For those who are paper drivers, I highly recommend it.
Posted Date: 2021/10/10
なつみかん
I used this service for a solo trip in May 2021. Since I was the only user at that time, I ended up taking a taxi around the island. I was able to see waterfalls, monkeys, and deer that I wouldn't have been able to visit alone, so I am very satisfied! The driver was someone who was born and raised in Yakushima, and I could hear interesting stories from him, plus he acted as a photographer for me.

Yakushima has a lot of rain, and there were fallen trees on the roads, which can be narrow, so I thi… I used this service for a solo trip in May 2021. Since I was the only user at that time, I ended up taking a taxi around the island. I was able to see waterfalls, monkeys, and deer that I wouldn't have been able to visit alone, so I am very satisfied! The driver was someone who was born and raised in Yakushima, and I could hear interesting stories from him, plus he acted as a photographer for me.

Yakushima has a lot of rain, and there were fallen trees on the roads, which can be narrow, so I think it's reassuring to leave it to a driver who is familiar with the area. 一人旅で2021年5月に利用しました。
私の時は利用者が私一人だったということで、タクシーで回ることになりました。島一周ぐるっと、一人では行けなかった滝や猿、鹿を見に行くことができたので、大変満足しています！ドライバーの方はずっと屋久島で生まれ育った方で、こぼれ話的な雑談も伺えますし、カメラマンもしてくださいます。
屋久島は雨が多く、道路にも木が倒れていたり、道路自体も狭かったりするので、慣れているドライバーの方に任せたほうが安心感はあると思います。
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Efficient island sightseeing.
Posted Date: 2023/09/10
屋久島1人旅
Since my flight on the last day was in the afternoon, I signed up for a half-day tour in the morning. I was grateful that I could book it the day before. I don't think I would have been able to explore as efficiently if I had rented a car myself.

On the other hand, there were two disappointing points.
1. As a solo participant, I had to pay for two seats, making the tour more expensive than for two participants. However, there were quite a few empty seats on the bus, and those who were part of a … Since my flight on the last day was in the afternoon, I signed up for a half-day tour in the morning. I was grateful that I could book it the day before. I don't think I would have been able to explore as efficiently if I had rented a car myself.

On the other hand, there were two disappointing points.
1. As a solo participant, I had to pay for two seats, making the tour more expensive than for two participants. However, there were quite a few empty seats on the bus, and those who were part of a two-person group were comfortably sitting with two seats each. It felt a bit like I was being scammed with the solo participant surcharge.
2. Due to the recent typhoon, the bridge over the Seibu Forest Road was washed away, resulting in significant changes to the course. I hope for a swift recovery for the locals, as their lives must be inconvenient. However, I think it would have been good if the tour course details had been updated as well. I was looking forward to the beach, so it was disappointing. 最終日のフライトが午後便だったので、午前半日ツアーを申し込みました。前日申込できたのでありがたかったです。自分でレンタカーを借りていたら、こんなに効率的に周れなかったと思います。
一方、残念だった点が２つ。
①一人参加は2シート利用ということで、二人参加よりも高額なツアー料金でしたが、バスは空き席がかなりあり、2名参加の方も一人2シート使って悠々と座っていたこと。一人参加の割増料金の意味って・・・若干詐欺にあったような気分です。
②先日の台風で西武林道に架かる橋が流されたとのことでコースが大きく変更になっ… 最終日のフライトが午後便だったので、午前半日ツアーを申し込みました。前日申込できたのでありがたかったです。自分でレンタカーを借りていたら、こんなに効率的に周れなかったと思います。
一方、残念だった点が２つ。
①一人参加は2シート利用ということで、二人参加よりも高額なツアー料金でしたが、バスは空き席がかなりあり、2名参加の方も一人2シート使って悠々と座っていたこと。一人参加の割増料金の意味って・・・若干詐欺にあったような気分です。
②先日の台風で西武林道に架かる橋が流されたとのことでコースが大きく変更になっていました。地元の方の生活も不便でしょうし一日も早い復興をお祈りします。ただ、ツアーコースの記載内容も変更されていたら良いと思いました。ビーチ楽しみにしていたので残念です。
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I was healed by the yakuzaru.
Posted Date: 2018/02/17
Tomomi
I participated only in the morning to match my flight schedule, but I had a great time sightseeing. I would like to spend a full day exploring Yakushima when I visit again.フライト時刻に合わせて午前中だけの参加でしたが、とても楽しく観光できました。また屋久島を訪れるときは１日たっぷりと観光してみたいです。
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I was able to efficiently enjoy a full tour around the island.
Posted Date: 2018/05/07
旅行大好きママ
I went on a 2-night, 3-day trip to Yakushima. On the final day, I wanted to make the most of the morning before taking the ferry in the early afternoon, so I joined a half-day bus tour. I was exhausted from the Jomon Sugi trekking on the second day, so this tour, which efficiently took us around the island to visit the main sightseeing spots, was greatly appreciated. We were blessed with good weather, and the scenery from the bus window was beautiful, plus the guide was very skilled in sharing i… I went on a 2-night, 3-day trip to Yakushima. On the final day, I wanted to make the most of the morning before taking the ferry in the early afternoon, so I joined a half-day bus tour. I was exhausted from the Jomon Sugi trekking on the second day, so this tour, which efficiently took us around the island to visit the main sightseeing spots, was greatly appreciated. We were blessed with good weather, and the scenery from the bus window was beautiful, plus the guide was very skilled in sharing information. It turned out to be a very fulfilling and enjoyable tour. 2泊3日の屋久島旅行。
最終日お昼過ぎのフェリーに乗るまでの午前中を
有効に使おうと思い半日バスツアーに参加しました。
2日目の縄文杉トレッキングで疲れ果てていましたので
バスで効率良く島を一周して主な観光地を巡ってくれる
このツアーは大変ありがたかったです。
お天気にも恵まれ、車窓からの景色が美しい上に
ガイドさんの話がとても上手でした。
とても充実した楽しいツアーとなりました。
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The bus guide was great (two days ago, we had a young lady in the morning, and this time, we had a cute older lady).
Posted Date: 2018/06/08
coco
I couldn't drive, so it was nice to have someone take me around to various places. It was raining, but I learned a lot of interesting facts like, "Actually, the view is better from this side!" It was a lot of fun. They were kind throughout the trip. The people of Yakushima are all really nice.運転できないので、いろんなところを回ってもらえて楽だった。雨だったけど、「実はこっちからの方が景色がよく見える！」とか豆知識みたいなこともいっぱい教えてくれて楽しかった。終始親切。屋久島の人はいい人ばっかりだ。
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Around Yakushima Island
Posted Date: 2018/07/17
むーむー
I participated in the morning course. We went around the island in a clockwise direction, visiting beautiful spots like waterfalls and beaches that are hard to reach without a car, and we encountered wild monkeys and deer on the west side of the island.

On Yakushima, the roads on the east side seem wide and easy to drive, but the west side has challenging routes for beginner drivers (there's not enough width for two cars to pass, so one has to pull over to the side). This tour was extremely helpf… I participated in the morning course. We went around the island in a clockwise direction, visiting beautiful spots like waterfalls and beaches that are hard to reach without a car, and we encountered wild monkeys and deer on the west side of the island.

On Yakushima, the roads on the east side seem wide and easy to drive, but the west side has challenging routes for beginner drivers (there's not enough width for two cars to pass, so one has to pull over to the side). This tour was extremely helpful for us since we couldn't drive. 午前中のコースで参加しました。
島をぐるりと時計周りで一周し、美しい滝な浜など、車が無いとなかなか行けない観光スポットをまわってくれ、島の西側では野生の猿や鹿にも遭遇します。

屋久島は島の東側は道も広く運転しやすそうですが、西側は運転初心者には厳しいコース（すれ違いできる幅がなく、どちらかが道の端に避ける必要あり）のため、車の運転ができない私達にとっては非常に助かったツアーでした。
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I'm glad I could see the island in a short time!
Posted Date: 2018/10/27
Yuka
I participated in a morning-only tour, and I really enjoyed it! The guide explained various histories and characteristics of the town, including places that I didn't think much of when I drove through them myself. I was also satisfied to see wild monkeys and deer! Since I needed to catch the 1 PM ferry, the guide was attentive to that, which made me feel at ease. I'm glad I used this tour!

However, there was an issue with the operations leading up to the tour. Even though I had informed the tour … I participated in a morning-only tour, and I really enjoyed it! The guide explained various histories and characteristics of the town, including places that I didn't think much of when I drove through them myself. I was also satisfied to see wild monkeys and deer! Since I needed to catch the 1 PM ferry, the guide was attentive to that, which made me feel at ease. I'm glad I used this tour!

However, there was an issue with the operations leading up to the tour. Even though I had informed the tour company via email about needing to catch the ferry, it wasn't communicated to the guide during the phone confirmation the day before, and I had to explain it multiple times. I was quite worried because if I missed the ferry, I would also miss my return flight. 午前中のみのツアーに参加したのですが、自分たちで車で通った時にはなんとも思わなかった場所も含めて、ガイドさんが色々な歴史や町の特長を説明してくれてとても楽しめました！
野生のサルや鹿も見れて満足です！
午後13時のフェリーに乗る必要があったため、ガイドさんも気にかけてくれて安心出来ました！
このツアーを利用して良かったです！

ただ、ツアー参加までのオペレーションに問題があり、フェリーに乗ることをメールでツアー会社に伝えていたのに、前日の電話確認の方にもガイドさんにも伝わっていなく、何度も説明しなくてはいけ… 午前中のみのツアーに参加したのですが、自分たちで車で通った時にはなんとも思わなかった場所も含めて、ガイドさんが色々な歴史や町の特長を説明してくれてとても楽しめました！
野生のサルや鹿も見れて満足です！
午後13時のフェリーに乗る必要があったため、ガイドさんも気にかけてくれて安心出来ました！
このツアーを利用して良かったです！

ただ、ツアー参加までのオペレーションに問題があり、フェリーに乗ることをメールでツアー会社に伝えていたのに、前日の電話確認の方にもガイドさんにも伝わっていなく、何度も説明しなくてはいけなかったのが、フェリーを逃してしまうと、帰りの飛行機にも間に合わなくなっていまうためかなり心配になりました。
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The bus guide was amazing!
Posted Date: 2019/07/19
なおちゃん
It was the rainy season with heavy downpours, but we were blessed with good weather on the day of the tour, making it a fun trip. In particular, the bus guide was very entertaining, and I was captivated by their stories. It became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.梅雨の大雨の時季でしたが、ツアー当日は天気にも恵まれ、楽しい旅行となりました。特に、バスガイドさんが、とても面白い方で、お話に聞き入ってしまいました。良い思い出となりました。有難うございました。
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You can get around efficiently on a low budget.
Posted Date: 2019/08/01
だいこん
We used the half-day course in the morning for three family members. Since we had muscle pain from trekking the day before, we opted for the bus tour.

It's convenient because the bus takes you around the island. The time spent at each location is a bit short, but that's understandable for a one-day trip. If you want to take it easy, it's better to explore on your own.

The guide shares various information, but I got the impression that they might be a bit inexperienced. This could vary depending o… We used the half-day course in the morning for three family members. Since we had muscle pain from trekking the day before, we opted for the bus tour.

It's convenient because the bus takes you around the island. The time spent at each location is a bit short, but that's understandable for a one-day trip. If you want to take it easy, it's better to explore on your own.

The guide shares various information, but I got the impression that they might be a bit inexperienced. This could vary depending on the guide.

What pleasantly surprised me was being able to see monkeys and deer up close. The waterfall was also closer than I expected.

I recommend this tour for everyone from small children to the elderly. Since the roads in Yakushima are winding, those who are prone to motion sickness should definitely take motion sickness medication. 午前中半日コースを家族３人で利用しました。前日がトレッキングで筋肉痛だったのでバスツアーにしました。
バスで島をまわってくれるので、楽ちんです。
各箇所の時間は少し短めですが、一日で回るにはしかたがないかな。
のんびりしたい方はご自身でまわったほうがよいでしょう。

ガイドさんは、色々なことを教えてくれますが少し不慣れなのかなという印象。これは当たり外れがあるかも。

予想外に嬉しかったことは、猿と鹿を間近で見れたこと。滝が思ったより近くで見れたことです。

小さいお子さんからお年寄りまでおすすめのツアーです。
屋… 午前中半日コースを家族３人で利用しました。前日がトレッキングで筋肉痛だったのでバスツアーにしました。
バスで島をまわってくれるので、楽ちんです。
各箇所の時間は少し短めですが、一日で回るにはしかたがないかな。
のんびりしたい方はご自身でまわったほうがよいでしょう。

ガイドさんは、色々なことを教えてくれますが少し不慣れなのかなという印象。これは当たり外れがあるかも。

予想外に嬉しかったことは、猿と鹿を間近で見れたこと。滝が思ったより近くで見れたことです。

小さいお子さんからお年寄りまでおすすめのツアーです。
屋久島は道路を細かくカーブするので、酔いやすい人は酔い留め必須です。
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A half-day round trip around Yakushima.
Posted Date: 2019/11/15
mmm
The guide's explanations were interesting and time flew by. Since the tour moves quickly, you can't spend too long at one place, but you can circle Yakushima in half a day. I only participated in the morning, but we were able to visit Chihiro Falls, Nakama Gajumaru, Okawa Falls, the Seibu Forest Road, and Inakahama all in one go. It's recommended for those who are not good at driving on mountain roads or want to make effective use of their time before departure.ガイドさんの説明が面白く、あっという間でした。駆け足で回るので、１つの場所にゆっくりはできませんが、半日で屋久島を一周できます。参加したのは午前だけでしたが、千尋の滝、仲間ガジュマル、大川の滝、西部林道、いなか浜を一気に廻ることができ、山道の運転が苦手な人や出発までの時間を有効活用するのにおススメです。
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Yakuza Island Circumnavigation Tour
Posted Date: 2020/09/22
ルビワン
The weather was great, and the guide was very polite, which made it enjoyable. However, we experienced a bus breakdown in the mountains, and since our phones had no signal, we were stuck for two hours. We couldn't communicate about meal times, which made us very anxious. Eventually, a replacement bus arrived, but instead of arriving at the hotel at 5 PM, we got there at 7 PM. This was the first time I experienced something like this.天気にも恵まれ、ガイドさんもとても丁寧な方で楽しかったです。
最後に山中でバスが故障し、携帯もつながらず2時間動きがとれませんでした。食事の時間の連絡もできなくてとても不安でした。
なんとか代わりのバスが来て、ホテルに17時に、着く予定が19時でした。
このような事は初めてでした。
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Yakushima Half-Day Tour
Posted Date: 2020/10/03
かーねー
I participated in a half-day sightseeing tour of Yakushima. There were 15 passengers, all of whom were older than me. Every place we visited had its highlights, and I was very satisfied.
- Okawa Falls: It was impressive and never got boring to watch.
- Nakama Gajumaru: The roots were intertwined, making it hard to tell where the trunk ended and the roots began.
- Seibu Forest Road: Just as the guidebook described, I encountered monkeys and deer. The monkeys were not wary of people, so I could… I participated in a half-day sightseeing tour of Yakushima. There were 15 passengers, all of whom were older than me. Every place we visited had its highlights, and I was very satisfied.
- Okawa Falls: It was impressive and never got boring to watch.
- Nakama Gajumaru: The roots were intertwined, making it hard to tell where the trunk ended and the roots began.
- Seibu Forest Road: Just as the guidebook described, I encountered monkeys and deer. The monkeys were not wary of people, so I couldn't help but stare at them up close. 屋久島観光半日観光ツアーに参加した。
乗客は１５名で自分より年配の方ばかりだった。
どこも見所があり満足できた。
・大川の滝　迫力があり見ていて飽きない
・中間ガジュマル　根が絡み合い、どこが幹でどこが根っこか分からない
・西部林道　ガイドブック通りでサル、シカに出会えた。サルは人を警戒せず、間近に見られるので思わず見つめてしまった
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Island key points tour
Posted Date: 2021/02/24
えんちゃん
This is a tour that takes you to the major attractions of Yakushima. Along the way, I encountered Yakushima macaques and Yakushima deer.屋久島の主要と言うかメジャーな見所を周るツアーです。
道中、屋久ザルや屋久ジカにも出会えました。
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First Yakushima Experience
Posted Date: 2021/03/31
kintakun
On March 30th, I experienced a morning tour of Yakushima. Thanks to our veteran and friendly guide and driver, I was able to enjoy Yakushima thoroughly, even in a short amount of time. It rained a bit, but I was moved to see Yakushima macaques and deer up close. Since I had some extra time, I slightly regretted not opting for a full-day tour. I hope to come back with my family someday.3月30日に午前屋久島ツアーを体験しました。ベテランで親切なガイド兼運転手さんのお陰で短い時間でしたが十分屋久島が楽しめました。多少雨でしたが屋久ザル、鹿を間近に見れて感動です。時間に余裕があったので一日ツアーにしとけばと少し後悔でした。またいつか家族で来たいと思いました。
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You can get around efficiently.
Posted Date: 2021/05/11
ゆうちゃん
I think it's a very convenient tour for those who don't rent a car, as you can efficiently visit the main places. However, if you do have a rental car, you might want to go to the Gajumaru at Sarukawa instead. It was really enjoyable to listen to the guide share various stories with humor on the bus.主だった場所を効率よくまわることができるので、レンタカーを借りていない場合はとても使い勝手がいいツアーだと思います。
ただもしレンタカーがあるなら、ガジュマルにしても猿川のガジュマルのほうに行きたいな～とか思うかも。バスの中でガイドさんがいろんなお話をユーモアを交えながら話してくださるのはとても楽しくきけました。
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I had a great time!
Posted Date: 2021/05/11
トーエ
It was a morning-only tour, but I was able to visit the main attractions and had a great time. The beach we visited last was especially beautiful.午前中のみの観光でしたが主要な観光地を回れて楽しめました。特に最後に訪れた砂浜はとっても綺麗でした。
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Efficient half-day morning tour
Posted Date: 2021/10/12
匿名希望
On the last day of my Yakushima trip, I participated in a tour during the free morning before my afternoon flight. They picked me up directly from the hotel, and although the tour was originally to Yakushima Furusato Market, the driver and guide were quick on their feet and took me to the airport instead. Thank you!

I chose this tour because it allows for sightseeing along the Western Forest Road, which is different from other tours that were also available.屋久島観光最終日に午後便で帰るまでの空いていた午前中を利用してツアーに参加しました。ホテルまで直接迎えに来てもらえて、本来、屋久島ふるさと市場までのツアーですが、運転手さんとガイドさんが機転を利かせてくれて空港まで送ってくれました。ありがとうございます。
（午後半日ツアーは午前半日ツアーと同じバスでそのまま運航するため）

屋久島１周観光は他にもやっていましたが、ここは西部林道で下車観光できるのでこちらを選びました！
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A quick tour around Yakushima.
Posted Date: 2021/12/09
UpDate
I was able to circle the island in half a day before my flight home. The bus guide from the island shared unique stories about Yakushima, which was enjoyable.帰りの飛行機までの半日で島を一周できました。島出身のバスガイドさんが屋久島ならではのお話をしてくれて楽しかったです。
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I was able to visit many places.
Posted Date: 2022/04/12
tommy
There is a great value in being able to explore places that you can't fully experience alone with a guided tour. The guide provided a lot of explanations, and I had a very meaningful time.一人では回りきれない場所を、ガイド付きで回れるお得感があります。
ガイドさんから、沢山説明をいただき、とても有意義な時間を過ごせました。
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