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Nestled off the southern coast of Japan lies the enchanting island of Yakushima, a paradise for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Renowned for its ancient cedar forest, blanketed in lush greenery and mystique, Yakushima offers a serene escape from the modern world. Home to diverse flora and fauna, including the famous Yakusugi cedar trees, this UNESCO World Heritage Site invites visitors to hike through moss-covered trails, relax on pristine beaches, or immerse themselves in the island's rich cultural heritage. With its unique blend of natural beauty and tranquility, Yakushima promises a truly unforgettable travel experience.
The cheapest month to fly to Yakushima is typically in January.
The popular airports near the city of Yakushima include Yakushima Airport, Kagoshima Airport, and Tanegashima Airport.
The flight to Yakushima (KUM) is roughly 17 hours 50 minutes and 7,801 miles (12,555 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB).
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Ancient cypress tree & pilgrimage site
Serene hiking area with wildlife & views
Remote, high mountain for hiking
Walking routes through thick forest
Protected islands & sacred mountains
Striking 88-m. double waterfall
Thermal springs in an ocean rock pool
Nesting turtles & views of a volcano
Museum dedicated to the Japanese cedar
Granite peak in a craggy national park
Giant granite boulder on a forested hill
Massive waterfall in a rocky valley
Hiking trails to a rocky summit
A huge tree with a heart-shaped hole
Mountaineering, nature, climbing and mountain
Mountaineering, ecotourism and mountain
Mountaineering
Mountaineering
Hot spring and nature
Beach
Revered tree in a forest of giant cedars
Nature and museum
Mountaineering, hot spring and nature
Park and garden
Mountaineering and mountain
Waterfall
Sea turtles and beach
Sea turtles, museum, turtles and loggerhead sea turtle
Garden and park and garden
Mountaineering
Nature
Mountaineering
Mountaineering
Nature
Beach and coral reef
Nature
Mountaineering, nature and mountain
Nature
Sea turtles
Park and garden
Mountaineering
Garden and park and garden
Mountain
Nature
Waterfall
Nature and beach
Nature and beach
Waterfall
Park and garden
Mountaineering
Average Temperature
15°C
Jan
16°C
Feb
18°C
Mar
21°C
Apr
25°C
May
27°C
Jun
31°C
Jul
31°C
Aug
29°C
Sep
25°C
Oct
21°C
Nov
17°C
Dec
Flights from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,801 miles (12,555 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 50 minutes.
Flights from Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,530 miles (13,727 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 19 hours 27 minutes.
Flights from Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,737 miles (12,451 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 41 minutes.
Flights from George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,324 miles (13,396 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 59 minutes.
Flights from Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,814 miles (12,575 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 51 minutes.
Flights from Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,148 miles (13,113 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 36 minutes.
Flights from Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,991 miles (12,860 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 15 minutes.
Flights from East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,006 miles (12,884 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 17 minutes.
Flights from Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,591 miles (12,217 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 22 minutes.
Flights from Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,069 miles (12,986 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 25 minutes.
Flights from Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,618 miles (12,260 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 25 minutes.
Flights from Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,572 miles (12,187 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 19 minutes.
Flights from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,778 miles (12,517 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 47 minutes.
Flights from Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,667 miles (12,338 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 32 minutes.
Flights from Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,659 miles (12,326 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 31 minutes.
Flights from Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,257 miles (13,289 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 50 minutes.
Flights from Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,923 miles (12,750 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 6 minutes.
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