Hike Mt Kuromi, Yakushima

Hike with Junichi, a local JMGA mountain guide and a National Certified Tour Guide, up to Mt Kuromi and enjoy the panoramic view of Yakushima island!

Private

1 Day

Mar - Sep, Nov, Dec

Description

Enjoy panoramic view of Yakushima from Mt Kuromi!

Join me to enjoy the 360° panoramic view of Yakushima from the summit of Mt Kuromi (1,831m)! The route is slightly easier and shorter than the route up to Mt Miyanoura, which is the highest peak in Yakushima.

Let me guide you through this majestic place, story telling about the history of the island, the local lifestyle, and the diversity of the nature, from the point of view of a local JMGA mountain guide.

Yakushima is one of the islands of Japan, located to the south of Kagoshima, which is at the southern tip of Kyushu island. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is an island with rich nature left in its wild state, and coexisting with small local settlements. It is also known for being the inspiration for the movie “Princess Mononoke” from Studio Ghibli.
Come and experience the wild island of Japan, full of moss green blessed with heavenly showers, an island of botanical treasure and ancient forests..!

Fitness Level:
Basic fitness level.

Included in Price:-
Guide Fee, breakfast, lunch (Japanese style bento), and insurance

Excluded from Price:-
Gear rental, any transportation cost (flight, ferry to get to the island)

Itinerary:
8-9 hours of activity, covering 10km in total distance.
I will pick you up from your hotel in the morning and drop you off at the end of the day.

I can be flexible if you would like to combine this tour with other tours in Yakushima and would like to make it a multi-day guided tour. Please contact me if you would need help in arranging hotels and renting gears.

Kit List:

Trekking boots
Trekking poles (recommended)
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Day pack and rain cover
Gaiters (optional, but recommended in case of rain or snow)
Hat
Gloves
Softshell jacket or fleece (for winter)
Thermal base layer (for winter)
Sunglasses
Water bottle
Snack / Mountain food
(Travel Insurance)

Price includes

- Lunch

Details

More info

There could be snow on the road from mid-Dec to mid-March. If the road is closed as a result, then the hike can be cancelled or changed to another itinerary.
If you are a group of 5 or more people, please ask me for the pricing information! We all want to preserve the nature and the beauty of Yakushima, and that includes the water that locals use as well. The national park, therefore, asks all visitors not to urinate freely but to take a portable toilet with you for use when there are no public toilets available. Portable toilets are sold at JPY 550 in Yakushima. I greatly appreciate your understanding, and for respecting the nature of Yakushima and the locals.

Meeting point

Pickup service is available at Hotel / Airport / Ferry Port.

About the guide

Junichi

5.0

(1)

Mountain Guide

I am a JMGA certified hiking guide and a National Certified Tour Guide, living locally in Yakushima since 1998. I have always been passionate about the nature and the outdoors, and have also attended a park ranger school in Canada, where I rediscovered the beauty of the Japanese nature. Upon my return to Japan, I learnt about eco tourism in Yakushima, which is when I packed all my belongings on a van and moved there. Since then, I have been guiding in Yakushima and have attended thousands of visitors up to this day.

Many guests have told me that travelling with a guide is much more secure, informative and fun. The chance to communicate with the true locals is the real charm of the trip. I’ll do my best to make your time in Yakushima memorable and unforgettable!

I look forward to welcoming you and sharing the natural beauty of Yakushima with you, and the Japanese culture itself that is deeply related to its nature.

If I cannot guide the tour then my friend guide Akihiro (http://www.explore-share.com/mountain-guide/akihiro-wada/) will guide you.

Languages

Japanese | English

Certificates

JMGA

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