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Welcome to Yakushima Environmental Culture Village Center |
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| Yakushima Environmental Culture Village Center is base for efforts towards realizing the goal of living in harmony with nature, the "The Yakushima Environmental Culture Village Concept", part of the Kagoshima Prefecture Strategy Project. Located close to Miyanoura Port, this facility offers comprehensive information on the nature and culture of Yakushima. |
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"Marurin", a sprite who lives in the forests of Yakushima |
The Large Screen Theater and the Exhibit Hall are charged as follows:
Main facilities
The power of 70mm film on a 14-by 20-meter screen brings to life a dynamic introduction to the nature of Yakushima.
On the slope of the spiral walkway through the atrium, visitors proceed from ocean to village, forest, and mountain top.
Through video and computers displays, visitors can access information on the nature, weather, culture, and wildlife of Yakushima.
Lectures on basic environmental studies related to Yakushima and environmental program guides are held here. School groups and environmental organizations are invited to make use of this facility.
A place for islanders and visitors to meet, and a base for volunteer and guide activities.
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and Anbo Port (About 2 hrs. 30 min.) From Yakushima Airport: 25 min. by bus, 20 min. by taxi From Anbo Port: 40 min. by bus, 30 min. by taxi |






Main facilities
Large Screen Theater