YAKUSHIMA, Kagoshima Prefecture—An ancient giant has fallen in the forest believed to have inspired Studio Ghibli's "Princess Mononoke." However, this one was not Lady Eboshi's fault.

Yakushima, off Kagoshima Prefecture in Kyushu, is a magical island of primeval forest, rare micro-climate and pristine nature. It is also the first place in Japan to be recognized as a UNESCO ...

Japan The moss-covered roots of Yakusugi trees, also known as Japanese cedars, have been steeping in the woods of Yakushima ...

Yakushima’s most iconic feature is undoubtedly ... At under 800 meters, closer to the ocean, is the laurel forest zone with banyan trees and Japanese red oak. So, a wide climatic range--from ...

A sudden movement behind the sika stag caught Atsuyuki’s eye. In an instant, using a tree as a springboard, a young Yakushima macaque jumped onto the deer’s back. Looking up momentarily, the deer, ...

Yakushima Island's incredible landscapes have ... Just over an hour from Shiratani Unsuikyo, you can find more forest fun at ...