Marine Activities
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Big Catch of Fish! |
The abundant blessing of the Kuroshio Current, bountiful rainfalls, and the vast forest of Yakushima provide rich nutrients to the surrounding sea, making it a diver’s paradise with many marine species. (Yakushima was chosen as the area for having the largest variety of fish in Japan for 3 straight years.) |
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● Fishing Yakushima has many fishing fans. You can rent fishing equipment from some fishing-tackle stores and accommodations. * Reservation is required for charter boat for leisure fishing. |
Let’s enjoy summer!! |
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A Pleasant Surprise Fish Diversity |
A Hatchling Entering the Sea! |
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● Snorkeling&Scuba Diving Yakushima has a bountiful sea. You can experience and enjoy viewing a large variety of fish and coral reefs. |
● Sea Tutle Observing Tours Sea turtle observing tours are conducted on Nagata Inakahama Beach during the nesting period, from May to July. How about experiencing a touching moment. ・Admission fee for the tour: 1,500 yen for adults/Free for junior high school students and under |
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* For more detailed information, please contact Yakushima Tourism Association. ・TEL 0997-46-2333 (main office) ・URL http://yakukan.jp/ |