Handbook on the Rules for Observing Sea Turtles（Reservation required）Nagata Sea Turtles Association＊Language, Japanese5Jomonsugi cedar with a trunk circumference measuring 16.1 meters is considered to be the largest Yakusugicedar in Japan. Its stocky and short form is characteristic of Yakusugi cedars as a consequence of growing in a harsh environment of Yakushima's high mountains. Because of its shape, Jomonsugi cedar was not valued during the Edo period and survived the massive logging done at that time. The age of Jomonsugi cedar has been estimated to be anywhere between 2000 to 7200 years old. A more precise dating of Jomonsugi cedar is difficult due to it being hollow. In 1996 a wooden observation deck was built to protect Jomonsugi cedar from the increasing visitors.Kigensugi Cedar Height: 20.3 meters Chest Height Trunk Circumference: 12.8 meters Presumed age: 3000 years old Altitude: 1,226 meters Location: Along the Anbo Forest RoadThe top part of Kigensugi cedar is dead, however it looks to be full of energy when seen from below. Kigensugi cedar coexists with many epiphytes. These epiphytes, such as the Yakushima rhododendron and Japanese rowan, bloom each season.Wilson’s Stump Circumference: （13.8 meters） Presumed age: 2000 years old Altitude: 1,050 meters Location: Along the Ohkabu-hodo Mountain Trail Wilson's Stump is a remnant of a large Yakusugi cedar cut down around 300 years ago. It is hollow and has a spring within it. There are three young cedars, descendants of Wilson's Stump, growing at its side, which is a good example of regeneration. Dr. E. H. Wilson, a notable English plant collector, researched Yaku cedar and introduced this large stump 52 years before the discovery of Jomonsugi cedar. Wilson's Stump was named after him. （Cervus nippon yakushimae）Jomonsugi Cedar Height: 22.2 meters Chest Height Trunk Circumference: 16.1 meters Presumed age: 2000‒7200 years old Altitude: 1,328 meters Location: Along the Ohkabu-hodo Mountain TrailYakushimazaru monkey Yakushimazaru monkeys (commonly called Yaku-zaru) are a subspecies of the Japanese monkey and are characterized by their small size and long hair. They can be seen all over Yakushima especially on Seibu-rindo Forest Path because of the rich laurel-leaved forest. When observing Yaku monkeys, do not disturb them and keep your distance. Yakushika deer The Yakushika deer with its adorable eyes and small size are a subspecies of the Japanese deer. Their distribu-tion extends over a wide range on Yakushima and can often be seen in the cedar forest at altitudes over 1,000 meters, along the coast, Seibu-rindo Forest Path and even near villages. Sea Turtle InformationYakushima is where the greatest number of sea turtles come to lay their eggs in Japan. Nagata Beach is the largest area in the North pacific for loggerhead turtles to lay their eggs. Unfortu-nately, the sea turtle ecosystem in Yakushima has been affected by the increasing number of visitors. Many sea turtles avoid beaches with people and bright lights. Another problem is people stepping on the nest packing the sand and making it difficult for the hatchlings to dig out. Nagata Beach is now protected during the nesting and hatching season.There are nighttime restriction periods for access … From May 1st to September 30th （20:00‒05:00）* During the nesting season （from May 10th to July 15th）, Nagata Sea Turtles Association conducts sea turtle observing tours to avoid crowds and confusion on Nagata Beach, making a reservation is necessary. If you are fortunate, you may see the sea turtles laying their eggs.Catching sea turtles or collecting their eggs are strictly prohibited by Kagoshima Prefectural Ordinance, and offenders will be punished. Yakushima＆ KuchinoerabujimaGuideDO NOT FEED the WILD ANIMALS!Feeding wild animals will affect their behavior diminishing their fear toward people. This in turn will disrupt the ecosystem and will be a problem for local agriculture and forestry. Please refrain from feeding wild animals, especially yakushimazaru monkeys. * Feeding monkeys is strictly prohibited under the Yakushima Town Ordinance and offenders will be fined 50,000 yen.Wild Animals of Yakushima（Macaca fuscata yakui）
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