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Ancient cedar forests and moss-covered trails await in Yakushima's UNESCO-protected wilderness, home to thousand-year-old Jōmon Sugi trees. Hike to cascading waterfalls in Shiratani Unsuikyo Ravine or spot loggerhead turtles nesting along Nagata Inaka beach between May and August.
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for going out.
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices, and a social atmosphere.
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to look first: Minshuku Maetakeso - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels and bed sheets. Sudomari Minshuku Friend - Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Tomarigi - Hostel - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Rooms come with towels, TVs, and hair dryers. Yukaina Nakamatachi - Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free WiFi.
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Yakushima, one of Expedia's 5 hostels could be a great option for you.
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 58°F. The rainiest months in Yakushima are June, September, May, and July, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these things around Yakushima. Get out into nature with places like Mount Miyanoura, Yakushima National Park, and Yakusugi Land. Cultural attractions include Yakusugi Nature Museum and Yakushima Sea Turtle Hall. Additional attractions include Jomonsugi, Nagata Inakahama, and Isso Beach.
Keep this information about transit options in and around Yakushima on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Yakushima Airport (KUM), 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Tanegashima Airport (TNE), which is 34.4 mi (55.4 km) away.