Yakushima Airport

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Situated on the eastern coast of Yakushima Island, "Yakushima Airport" is a remarkably peaceful, cozy, and welcoming marine gateway welcoming domestic and international travelers visiting the mysterious island. Arriving at the compact, rustic passenger terminal building—which echoes a beautifully nostalgic wooden architectural charm—instantly rewards you with a refreshing tropical breeze and a grand view of the World Natural Heritage emerald mountains towering in the background. The facility hosts a cozy gift shop packed with regional specialty products alongside a friendly tourist information desk offering the latest trail updates. Free from the clutter of urban noise, a tranquil island pace flows beautifully here, serving as an excellent, comfortable prologue for setting out into the primitive wilderness adventure.

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01 Yakushima Airport　屋久島空港

Kagoshima Federation of Tourism Associations

Yakushima Airport

Address: 501 Koseda, Yakushima Town, Kumage District, Kagoshima Prefecture
Website: http://www.pref.kagoshima.jp/ah09/infra/port/kuko/yakushima.html
Operator: Yakushima Airport

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