Yakushima Tourist Center

Yakushima Tourist Center is the ideal first stop upon arriving at Miyanoura Port. Open daily from 9:00 to 18:00, this multifunctional hub offers:

• A comprehensive tourist information desk: staff can provide route planning, bus timetables, weather tips, and detailed advice on hiking, sightseeing, accommodations, and transportation .

• Mountaineering gear rentals: shoes, backpacks, poles, rainwear, headlamps and more—perfect for trekking to Jōmon Sugi or Shiratani Unsuikyo .

• A vast souvenir market (1st floor): over 5,000 items—from Yakusugi crafts and citrus sweets to teas, seafood, shōchū, and local goods japantravel.navitime.com+1kagoshima-kankou.com+1.

• A 2nd-floor restaurant (“Rest‑In Yakushima”) with views of the sea, serving island specialties like barnacle ramen, flying‑fish dishes, tankan orange soft‑serve, and rice bowls mixed with local seafood .

Highlights

• One-stop hub for travelers: info, gear, souvenirs & local cuisine

• Over 5,000 local products—perfect for last-minute gifts

• Rental gear to equip your island adventures

• Sea view dining serving Yakushima flavors