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Mt. Kaimon is called 'Satsuma Fuji' from its elegant appearance.
It takes 3 hours to climb up to the top from which you can enjoy the beautiful panoramic view. It takes 2 hours to go down. An annual climbing competition is held here in the middle of March. |
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The way to enjoy the activities at Kirishima varies from serious mountaineering to casual trekking. Bring lunch to enjoy on the way! There are plenty of must-see sights, like beautiful lakes and falls. Some Japanese romantic myths have their origins here. It is like stepping back into anceint times. |
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When you are in the deep forest, you will feel moving-emotion, respect and vitality of wild lives.
Some of the island's cedars which called 'Yakusugi' are thousands of years old. The oldest one which is named 'Jomon Cedar' is estimated to be over 7,200 years old. There are also amazing places to see with a rich and valuable heritage to see, such as 'Yakusugi land', 'Shiratani Unsui canyon'. |
