"Pros: We have stayed at the Hotel Yakushima Ocean and Forest several times and it is always a relaxing and special stay. The staff is kind, helpful, and polite. The view is amazing. Our Japanese style room was clean, comfortable, quiet, and beautifully laid out, with a gorgeous view of the ocean and many amenities (fridge, tea, water kettle, toiletries, hair dryer, etc.) The food at the hotel is delicious and there a couple of vegan and vegetarian selections, which was important to us. You must make reservations if you want the full set meal, but we were also able to get ala carte items when we arrived without a reservation. There are also several izakaya within walking distance (10-20 minutes walking) or by car. The hotel is also convenient to the port and there is a shuttle service to the airport as well. This time, we also booked a hiking tour to the Jomon-sugi. This was an amazing experience! It was also simple to book, and the tour guide picked us up and dropped us off right at the hotel, which was very convenient. Cons: Nothing. It was all perfect!" ~Kara