Yakushima Life

All the best intentions can go to naught if you've committed any of these mistakes: 1. International Flight / Weather Roulette Boats an...

If you're driving around the southwest side of Yakushima, your lunch stops are pretty limited, but fortunately, Kurio boasts both a won...

Look what treasures were left! (Re-posted with permission.) Several times a year, I sign up for "toilet patrol" duty and I us...

Renting a car gives you the freedom to tour the island and access to trail heads that you just can't get with a bus, and light "K...

For most people, this is the default option for getting around Yakushima, but buses can cost time and money if you don't plan ahead. ...