Museums in Yakushima
This overview contains all museums in and around Yakushima. Curious about which museums there are in Yakushima? These are the museums:
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Yakushima is a subtropical island located in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. Known for its ancient cedar forests, including trees that are thousands of years old, the island was designated as Japan's first UNESCO World Heritage site in 1993. The landscape is characterized by mountainous terrain, with the highest peak, Miyanoura-dake, reaching 1,936 meters above sea level.
The island's unique ecosystem, where subtropical coastal vegetation meets cool temperate forest at higher elevations, has influenced Japanese culture and art for centuries. The forests of Yakushima, particularly the ancient cedar known as Jōmon Sugi, are said to have inspired the landscapes in Studio Ghibli's acclaimed film "Princess Mononoke."
The island maintains a rich cultural heritage, blending traditional Japanese customs with distinct local practices shaped by its isolated location and natural environment. Traditional industries include forestry, fishing, and the cultivation of ponkan oranges, while tourism has grown significantly since its UNESCO recognition.
This overview contains all museums in and around Yakushima. Curious about which museums there are in Yakushima? These are the museums:
Unfortunately we don’t know about any current exhibitions in and around Yakushima.
Unfortunately we don’t know about any discount passes in Yakushima.