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    Mt.Tachu

    A journey to encounter the Tenchu-seki Rock—a summit that connects heaven and earth.
    At the peak stands Tenchu-seki Rock, a towering monolith rising 40 m into the sky.Visible through breaks in the clouds even from the distant town of Anbo, this awe-inspiring standing rock has long been revered as sacred, worshiped as a temporary incarnation of a god.Its solemn presence atop the mountain, reminiscent of a statue of Kannon, becomes even more profound the more you learn about Yakushima’s origins and geology—a form shaped purely by the workings of nature.And yet, despite scientific understanding, the peak continues to exude a spiritual presence, something unique to Yakushima.

    Basic information

    Season
    March to November (snow cover may be present in winter)
    Standard Duration
    Activity time: Approx. 8 h
    Schedule when departing from Sankara: Depart at 6:00am, return at 3:30pm
    Required Hiking Gear
    Hiking boots, rain gear for hiking (jacket and pants), backpack and cover.
    (Hiking equipment is available for rental. As availability is limited, please inform us of the items you require in advance.)
    Packed meals (breakfast and lunch)
    Drinks (at least 500 ml, refill points available)
    Snacks (easy-to-eat foods)
    Headlamp
    Portable toilet
    Recommended Additional Gear
    Trekking poles, folding umbrella
    Packed meals
    Packed breakfast: Parcels of bread are available at the lobby, which can be picked up before you depart.
    Packed lunch: Orders are accepted until 7:00pm the day before.
    *Orders must be collected prior to departure for the trailhead.
    Schedule
    6:00am: Depart from hotel
    7:00am: Arrive at Yakusugi Land Entrance (toilet break)
    7:15am: Start hike
    8:30am: Jamon-sugi cedar (portable toilet booth)
    9:00am: Tenmon-no-mori Natural Forest
    10:30am: Mt. Tachu Summit
    12:30pm: Tenmon no mori Natural Forest
    1:00pm: Jamon-sugi cedar
    2:30pm: Arrive back at Yakusugi Land
    3:30pm: Arrive at hotel
    Restrooms
    1 restroom (Yakusugi Land Entrance)
    1 portable toilet booth (Near Jamon-sugi cedar)
    Guide Fee (Reference)
    From ¥15,000 per person (including tax and insurance. Private guided tours are available for an additional fee)
    Access
    Rental car: Yakusugi Land Entrance is 1 h from Sankara.
    Parking lot available (40 spaces).
    Bus: No early morning service suitable for day-trip mountain hikes.
    Taxi: Advance booking is required.
    Advice
    Explore the lush forests of Yakusugi Land and stand in awe before the Tenchu-seki Rock. This well-designed trail can be enjoyed even on rainy days.