Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge

• Kagoshima
• Sightseeing
• Nature
• Spring
• Summer
• Autumn
• Winter

Located in the northern part of Yakushima and sitting at an altitude of 600 to 1,050 meters, "Shiratani Unsuikyo" is a mysterious, primitive ravine completely carpeted in deep, beautiful moss. Widely known as the inspiration for a world-famous animated film, the moment you step inside, a fantasy world unfolds with giant trees breathing ancient life, moss-covered rocks, and crystal-clear streams, utterly overwhelming hikers from around the globe. The area offers a well-developed network of trails ranging from beautiful paved paths to full-scale trekking courses, allowing even beginners to easily absorb the essence of the primeval forest. Enveloped in absolute silence away from urban bustle, this is the ultimate nature-healing sanctuary to deeply purify your mind and body with abundant negative ions and wild natural vitality.