• 2026.09.11
  • Emergency information

Traffic Information for Visitors to Yakushima following Typhoon No. 24  (As of September 11, 2026)

Road Closures

- Shiratani Unsuikyo Miyanoura Prefectural Road
(Closed until further notice)

*Access to Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge is not possible at the moment.

Expected Road Reopenings

The following roads are expected to be open to traffic from September 19:

- Yakushima Park-Anbo Prefectural Road
- Yodogawa Town Road (up to Yodogawa Trailhead)
- Arakawa Town Road (up to Arakawa Trailhead)

Please note: Reopening dates may change depending on weather conditions and other circumstances.

Conditions in Mountainous Areas and on Hiking Trails

For the latest information on conditions in mountainous areas and on hiking trails, please check the website of the Yakushima Mountain Area Conservation and Utilization Council and other official information sources.

If you plan to visit Yakushima, please check the latest transportation information in advance. We also recommend confirming the operating status of your planned accommodation and tourist facilities through their official websites or other official information channels.

Related Information

Kagoshima Prefecture Road Traffic Restriction Information

Yakushima Official Website (Information on road closures and traffic restrictions on town-managed roads)

Yakushima Mountain Area Conservation and Utilization Council Website (Information on mountainous areas and hiking trail conditions following Typhoon No. 24)

 

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