Yakushima Sea Turtle Hall — Attraction in Yakushima

I visited this place yesterday morning with Ito-san who retired guide in Yakushima. I wish I can watch wild sea turtles on the beach but it is late to see them. So Ito recommended me to go to Sea Turtle Hall before I leave from the island.

The price of ticket was 500 yen. But if you live in Kagoshima, it will be discounted more. Anyway the manager gave me 5 post cards that adorable sea turtle.

And also, he knew everything of sea turtle. His explanation was clear and easy to understood.

Luckily, I could watch baby turtles too. They will go back into the waves next spring. I hope they will...

During turtle nesting and hatching seasons you can get together with a tour group here to go see the turtles on the beach. This is run by a group of conservationists who work and volunteer to protect these beautiful animals. I believe it was 1500 yen for admission and the money goes towards protecting the turtles...

During nesting season they arrange tours where you can see the turtle laying eggs. We were lucky to be able to see a turtle laying eggs when we visited, as it's not guaranteed. The beach opposite is also very...