Yakushima is a beautiful island part of Kagoshima prefecture in the southern Kyushu region. About 90% of the island is covered by mountainous areas and forests, and visitors can have a memorable experience in the abundant nature. About 20% of the island is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the 23 UNESCO sites in Japan, and parts of Yakushima appear in some scenes in the famous Ghibl
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