City
Yakushima
Lush subtropical island with ancient cedar forests (some over 1000 years old), waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. Inspiration for Studio Ghibli's Princess Mononoke.
Hotel
Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima
Mugio 553, Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture, 891-4402, Japan
Perched between the lush mountains and the deep blue sea of Yakushima, this ultra-luxury eco-resort offers a magnificent escape. Guests can enjoy private villas with individual hot springs, outstanding French-Japanese fusion dining, and top-tier personalized hospitality. It serves as the ultimate base for exploring the island's ancient cedar forests in absolute comfort.