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Description:

Yakushima's unique remnant of a warm-temperate ancient forest is a
natural World Heritage Site since 1993.
Yakushima Island has a flourishing tourist industry, featuring the
island's famous 7,200 year-old Jomon Sugi (Jomon cedar tree), which has
triggered a boom of tree-watching visitors. The island has been keen to
address environmental issues and demonstrated its commitment by being
quick to introduce environmental initiatives such as the use of electric
vehicles, eco-tours.

Related articles:
- "Voyage to the Future" Raises Environmental Awareness in Asia
- Natural World Heritage Site Yakushima Aims for Fossil Fuel-Free Society

Location:
Yakushima Island, Kagoshima Prefecture

Category:
Ecosystem

Actor:
Local Government, Citizen

More info:
Yakushima Town
http://www.yakushima-town.jp/English/

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