How long should you spend at Yakusugi Museum?

Visitors typically spend about an hour exploring the museum.

Yakusugi Museum

Tourist AttractionMuseum

4.2

(700)

This museum on Yakushima island is dedicated to the ancient Yakusugi cedar trees and the island's logging history. It features exhibits with photos, films, and interactive displays, including actual tree specimens. You can also find a shop selling wooden handicrafts.

Address

2739-343 Anbō, Yakushima, Kumage District, Kagoshima 891-4311, Japan

Website

http://www.yakusugi-museum.com/

Opening Hours

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Thu)

Phone

+81 997-46-3113

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Worth it?

Worth it if you want to understand the island's natural and logging history

Skip if you're not keen on museums or prefer direct outdoor experiences

Visitors appreciate the extensive and interactive exhibits, which provide a deep dive into the Yakusugi cedar trees and Yakushima's history.5 mentions

The museum provides a free English guidebook, making the Japanese-language exhibits accessible to international visitors.3 mentions

The admission fee is considered reasonable by many visitors.1 mention

Some exhibits are only in Japanese, even with the English guide, so not all text is translated.2 mentions

Location

2739-343 Anbō, Yakushima, Kumage District, Kagoshima 891-4311, Japan

Highlights

You can walk on a unique wood tile floor and even touch a branch from the ancient Jomon Sugi tree.

The museum offers a chance to hug a section of a 1660-year-old yakusugi cedar.

Who it's for

Good for kids

Family with kids

Solo

Couples

Wheelchair entrance

Accessible restroom

Accessible parking

Anyone interested in natural history, especially the unique cedar forests of Yakushima, and families looking for an educational indoor activity. It's also great for pre-trekking preparation.

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Know before you go

The museum is part of a complex at the base of the road leading to Yakusugiland and the Arakawa Trail.

The museum is closed on the first Tuesday of each month and from December 29th to January 1st.

Reviews

4.2

Very good

5 Reviews

Reviewers generally find the museum better than expected, praising its interactive exhibits and the opportunity to learn about Yakusugi cedar trees and the island's history. Many highlight the unique wood tile floor and the touchable Jomon Sugi branch. Practical tips include borrowing the free English guidebook and noting the reasonable admission fee.