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About the Hotel

553 Haginoue Mugio Yakushimacho, Yakushima (Kagoshima), Japan, 891 4402
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Close to Toroki Falls

Dining

Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience with carefully crafted dishes made from local ingredients. The hotel's culinary team creates seasonal menus that reflect Yakushima's rich nature and culinary traditions. Signature dining venues, such as Okas, serve exclusive full-course meals that change daily, providing new culinary delights every evening.

Wellness

The hotel's wellness amenities include a luxurious spa and sauna that emphasize holistic healing aligned with Yakushima's natural elements. Treatments at SUI・YOU・RIN integrate local materials, offering rejuvenation and resonance with nature. The private sauna, Agni, enhances the experience with views of the luscious landscape while accommodating up to six guests.

Rooms

Accommodations at Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima range from ocean-view suites to standalone villas surrounded by nature. Each room is designed with natural materials offering views of the forest, sea, and sky. The premier Sankara Suite features an indoor and semi-open-air bath, enhancing relaxation with a private in-room spa space.

Location

Nestled within Yakushima, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the hotel is surrounded by lush forests and pristine coastlines. Guests can explore hiking trails, moss-rich forests, and serene beaches, all showcasing the island's natural beauty. The location allows for guided tours to learn more about the vitality of Yakusugi cedar trees.

Activities

Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima provides opportunities for unique activities that connect guests with the island's rich nature. Guests can participate in hiking equipment rentals for forest exploration or join workshops for Kokedama making and basket weaving. Personalized experiences are available to enhance outdoor adventures, ensuring memorable encounters with nature.

Highlights

Dining: exclusive full-course meals at Okas

Wellness: spa and sauna with local materials

Rooms: premier Sankara Suite with private spa space

Location: nestled in a UNESCO World Heritage site

Must-do experiences

  • Hike the Shiratani Unsuikyo Valley for stunning ancient cedar trees.
  • Taste Yaku-sugi mochi at a local shop for a delicious treat.
  • Visit the Yakushima Environmental Culture Center for local insights.
  • Explore the beautiful Yakusugi Land for unique hiking trails.
  • Don't miss the sunset at Nishiwakayama Beach for breathtaking views.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Junior Suite Sea View
2 persons
71 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Villa Forest View Manasa 2F
2 persons
53 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Villa Forest View Manasa 1F
2 persons
53 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Deluxe Villa Sea View
2 persons
104 m² 
2 Queen Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Yakushima (Kagoshima) 13.6 km
Airports
Yakushima (KUM) 17.8 km
Tanegashima (TNE) 85.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Trouser press

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Dining Onsite

At Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima, two distinct dining venues offer guests a captivating blend of French cuisine and local ingredients. From romantic evenings to relaxed poolside meals, each option immerses diners in a unique culinary atmosphere enhanced by the beauty of Yakushima's surroundings.
Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima Yakushima  Restaurant photo

Ayana

Casual French dining
Ambiance
Stylish and open space with a poolside view.
Key Offerings
Features a casual prix fixe menu with a creative twist, showcasing freshly-baked bread from local boulangeries and dishes made with seasonal fruits and vegetables, as well as Kagoshima kurobuta meats.
Reservation
Not required.
Open for breakfast and dinner.

Okas

Romantic French dining
Ambiance
Intimate and romantic setting, perfect for special occasions.
Key Offerings
Offers authentic full-course meals that embrace traditional French culinary techniques while accommodating vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free preferences.
Reservation
Recommended.
Open for dinner.

Location

553 Haginoue Mugio Yakushimacho, Yakushima (Kagoshima), Japan, 891 4402
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553 Haginoue Mugio Yakushimacho, Yakushima (Kagoshima), Japan, 891 4402
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Hara
Sempiro Falls
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Toroki Falls
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Mugio
Senpirono Falls
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Hara
Senpiro-no-Taki viewpoint
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Yakushima
Ryujinno-taki Falls
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Restaurants
Okas
250 m
553 Haginoue
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