Question 1

Can you tell me more about the bus to Årc?

Accepted Answer

The nearest bus stop is "105 Koidomari". MapThis page contains information on how to ride the bus, timetables, bus search apps, and more, so please refer to it.

Question 2

Can I get to Jomon Cedar, Shiratani Unsuikyo, and Yakusugi Land by bus from Årc?

Accepted Answer

There is no bus from the bus stop closest to Årc in time to catch the bus to Jomon Cedar. I recommend walking to the bus stop "Iwasaki Hotel" which is a 47 minute walk away, or using Årc's rental e-bike to go to "Samana Hotel Yakushima".
You can get to Shiratani Unsuikyo and Yakusugi Land from the nearest bus stop.Please refer to this for transfer times.※ Nearest Bus Stop:　105 Koidomari　Map

Question 3

Can I hike to the Jomon Cedar during the winter season?

Accepted Answer

During the winter season (December to February), the bus service from Yakusugi Nature Museum to the Jomon Cedar trailhead (Arakawa Trailhead) runs only once a day, unlike during other times of the year.Since access to the Yakusugi Museum requires a vehicle, you will need to arrange for a rental car, taxi, or a guided tour with transportation included. For detailed information, please contact the transportation providers.▼ Bus TimetableAdditionally, equipment such as light crampons is required to prepare for possible snowfall. Please consider hiring a guide or thoroughly researching the hiking conditions to plan a safe and manageable trip.

Question 4

Can you give me some information about car rentals?

Accepted Answer

We recommend renting a car to get around on Yakushima. If you are considering renting a car, we recommend booking it as soon as possible due to the limited number of cars on the island. Even if there are no cars available on travel websites, you may find availability by directly calling or emailing the rental shops (many shops can be found by searching for rental cars on Google Maps).We do not provide car rental arrangement services. Please contact them via contact form of their website in English or by phone. Please first try contacting the list on the following website.* Please note that we do not offer a reservation proxy service, so we kindly ask you to make your own reservations. Even if an online booking site is not available, you can still inquire in English via email or the contact form.* If you’d like assistance with arranging a rental car, there is an agency called “YES Yakushima” that offers this service.* An international driving permit or translation document is required for renting a car. Please see the details on this page* Parking at Årc is by advance reservation only. If you plan to use it, please make a reservation through the Co-Resident’s Portal, which will be shared with you after your accommodation booking is confirmed.Bike rentals are also available. Please consider this option if you cannot rent a car or if you are traveling alone and want to keep your budget low.Additionally, you will need to take a bus from the airport or Miyanoura Port, but this shop in the Anbo area often has available cars:https://www.2525r.com/kagoshima/yakushima/store-00952-001.htmlFor late-night arrivals, some shops may be closed outside their business hours. As alternatives, here are some options. Other possibilities could include small, privately-owned shops that might be accommodating.https://outdoor-rentalcar.com/https://www.ones-rent.com/static/selfrent0173-001/https://share.timescar.jp/view/station/search.jsp

Question 5

Do you offer transportation services?

Accepted Answer

We do not provide transportation services. Please use rental cars, buses, or taxis.
Additionally, we are unable to arrange these transportation options on your behalf due to time constraints. Kindly make your own arrangements.

Question 6

I'll taking the last flight. I can't make the bus to Årc in time, what should I do?

Accepted Answer

If arriving on the last flight, the final bus stop is "Iwasaki Hotel" before Koidomari. We offer pickup from Iwasaki Hotel if possible, so please contact us early.

Question 7

What is the information on road restrictions due to stormy weather or disasters?

Accepted Answer

Please check from this Yakushima Town website.https://www.town.yakushima.kagoshima.jp/info-traffic/For information on prefectural road regulations, please check from the Kagoshima Prefecture website here.https://www2.pref.kagoshima.jp/dourokisei/IndexThe status of Yakusugiland and Shiratani Unsui Gorge can be checked here.https://y-rekumori.com/

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