Yakushima
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Yakushima is an island in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan, known for its ancient cedar forests. It's part of the town of Yakushima, including Kuchinoerabujima, and features a high percentage within Yakushima National Park. The island is a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized for its biodiversity.
Statistics
Area
540.44 km²
Population
11,810