Part 1
Did the number of tourists to Yakushima increase or decrease after 1993?
increase
Yakushima compared to Tokyo, is it bigger or smaller?
smaller
Who was the first person to introduce Wilson`s Stump?
Dr. Ernest Wilson
What is the last picture of?
Jomon Cedar
What has fish on top of rice? You can eat it with soy sauce and wasabi.
It is called sushi.
Who is the tour guide for the eco-tour?
Suzuki Kenta
What is Yakushima called?
“The Alps of the Sea”
In what movie was Miyazaki Hayao inspired by Shiratani Unsuikyo Ravine?
Princess Mononoke
In what period of time were people cutting down cedars for taxes?
Edo period
What is round, has tomato sauce, cheese, sausage, and vegetables? It has a crust and it is yummy.
It is called pizza.
When was Yakushima registered as Japan`s Natural World Heritage Site?
In 1993
What creates a unique ecosystem on Yakushima?
The climate
What year was the tree, Wilson`s Stump, cut down?
In 1586
How old is the Jomon Cedar?
2,000 to 7,200 years old
What can be hot or cold? It is clear. You can drink it when you are thirsty.
It is called water.
How could people be more responsible for the environment during their eco-tour?
They could be more careful not to damage the environment.
In what area is the annual rainfall about 4,500 mm?
Low-lying areas
What is Dr. Ernest Wilson famous for being?
A botanist
What might happen if we get too close to or touch the Jomon Cedar?
We might damage the roots.
Who are the people that go to school? They learn English, math, Japanese, history, science and art.
They are called students.
What is a problem in Yakushima that has been caused by tourists?
Tourists have been stepping on fragile plants.
What is the average temperature in the central areas of Yakushima?
15 degrees Celcius
Why was the tree cut down?
To build the Hoko-ji Temple.
Why did people on Yakushima cut down cedars?
Used to make boards for land tax or nengu, since people did not have enough land to plant rice.
What starts off small, but grows to be really tall? It can stay alive for a very long time. You can find me outside, but you are also touching me right now.
It is called a tree.