Yakushima is a primeval temperate rainforest extending from the centre of the almost round-shaped, mountainous Yakushima Island. Situated 60 km off the southernmost tip of Kyushu Island in the southwestern end of Japanese archipelago, the island is located at the interface of the palearctic and oriental biotic regions. Mountains reaching almost 2,000 m high dominate the island, and the property lies in the center of the island, with arms stretching south, east and west to the coast.

The island ecosystem of Yakushima is unique in the Northern Hemisphere’s temperate area with successive vertical plant distributions extending from coastal vegetation with subtropical elements, up through a montane temperate rainforest to a high moor and a cold-temperate bamboo grassland at the central peaks.

Yakushima forest is a lush, green wonderland of towering trees, mossy rocks, and trickling waterfalls. The trees are so tall that their crowns form a canopy that blocks out most of the sunlight, creating a dim and mysterious atmosphere. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of moss, which gives the forest a soft and spongy feeling.

The Yaku sugi trees are the most iconic feature of the forest. These trees can grow up to 2,000 years old and reach heights of over 300 feet. Their trunks are thick and gnarled, and their bark is a deep, reddish brown. The Yaku sugi trees are said to be the inspiration for the forest spirits in Hayao Miyazaki’s anime film, Princess Mononoke.

Yakushima forest is a truly magical place. It is a place where you can feel the power of nature and the wonder of the natural world. The forest is a popular tourist destination, and there are a number of hiking trails that allow visitors to explore the forests. However, it is important to be aware that the forest is a fragile ecosystem and should be treated with respect.

According to the Internet