All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

We set off early in the morning for a challenging itinerary, and I approached it with determination. Thanks to the favorable weather and the lively stories from our guide, Mr. Taniyama, we were able to visit all the points of interest. As mentioned earlier, this course is by no means easy. However, you can undoubtedly experience the grandeur of nature and the emotions that cannot be conveyed through photos!

As for equipment, there were no issues as long as I brought what was indicated in the guide. I rented shoes, and they were comfortable enough for the long journey without causing blisters, so I think renting is sufficient for those who don't have their own. You can arrange for breakfast and lunch bento boxes through the accommodation. There were also places to refill water along the way, so as long as you prepare your health well, you should be fine on the day!

早朝出発で行程もなかなかの本コース、覚悟をもって臨みましたがお天気に恵まれたこと、ガイドの谷山さんの軽快なお話のおかげで全てのポイントを回ることができました。前述した通り、このコースは決して楽なものではありません。しかしながら、間違いなく写真では伝わらない自然の雄大さと感動を味わうことができます！
装備等は案内にある通りに持って行けば問題ありませんでした。私は靴をレンタルしましたが、長時間の行程でも履きやすく靴擦れもしなかったため、持っていない方はレンタルでも十分かと思います。朝昼のお弁当は、宿に頼んで取ってもらうことが可能です。水分は途中でなくなってしまっても水を汲める場所がありました。体調を万全に整えて、当日臨むことができれば大丈夫でしょう！

Bad weather destroyed this tour. The operator was aware of the typhoon that hit Japan but decided to go ahead with the tour. The weather did not improve, we could not see mt fuji at all. Instead we saw a museum and a pathetic aquarium.

It was my first time participating, and I had a great day! I was worried about the weather, but somehow the rain stopped on Balas Island, and the sea was beautiful. I thoroughly enjoyed my first experience with SUP. I was able to take a lot of photos, which added to my memories. It was a fulfilling tour, and I would love to participate again if I have the chance.

初めての参加でしたが1日とても楽しかったです！天気も心配していましたがなんとかバラス島では雨もやみとっても海が綺麗でした。
SUP初体験でも十分楽しめました♫
写真もたくさん撮っていただけて思い出が増えました。
充実したツアーでまた機会があれば参加させて頂きたいと思います。

It was very good!
The guide's stories, songs, and dances were amazing!
If you want to see places like Churaumi for the entire time, I think it's better to eat lunch on the bus.
I was also able to dip my feet in the sea at Kouri Island.
Considering that, it might be a good idea to bring a towel.
Just for your reference...
I had a lot of fun!

とても良かったです！
ガイドさんの話や歌、踊り最高でした！
時間いっぱいに美ら海など見たい方はお昼などバスで食べる方が良いかと思います◎
古宇利島で足だけ海に入ることもできました。
それも考えるとタオルなど持ってった方が良いかもしれません。
参考までに…
とても楽しかったです！

I decided just before departure, but I was able to make a smooth reservation and fully enjoy my first visit to Taketomi Island on the day. I enjoyed the ox cart ride with the brother's sanshin and singing, and at the end, we also took some photos.

出発直前に決めましたが、スムーズに予約が取れ当日も初の竹富島を満喫できました。
牛車もお兄さんの三線と歌を楽しみ、最後に写真も撮っていただきました。

The mangrove cruise was disappointing because we couldn't go upstream due to low tide, but it was nice to have various explanations about the types of mangroves.

I enjoyed riding the water buffalo cart, feeling the sea breeze while listening to the stories from the guide and the sound of the sanshin, which made for a relaxing time.

On Taketomi Island, I rode a bicycle to enjoy the island's scenery and ended up getting caught up in searching for star sand.

The only downside was that at Yubu Island, during the typical tourist photo opportunity, we had to wait a long time in the intense sunlight with poor ventilation and no shade. I think photo sessions should be limited to those who want to take pictures. After lunch, we had less than 30 minutes for sightseeing, so I felt that the time spent waiting was a waste. It was disappointing to not have enough time to see the places I wanted to visit on the island.

マングローブクルーズは干潮時に当たった為、上流の方まで行けなくて残念でしたが、マングローブの種類など色々説明があって良かったです。
水牛が一生懸命引いてくれる水牛車に乗り、海風を感じながら、おじさんの話や三線を聞き、のんびりした時間が過ごせました。
竹富島では自転車で島の景色を見ながら回って歩き、最後は星砂探しに夢中になってしまいました。
ただ一つ残念だったのは、由布島で観光地に良くある記念撮影の時に強烈な日差しの中、風通しも悪く日陰もない中を長々と待たされた事です。写真撮影は撮りたい人だけにした方がいいと思います。昼食を食べた後、観光する時間が30分もなかったので、あの待たされた時間がもったいなかったと思いました。島を観て回りたくても時間がなく観たい所が見れずに終わってしまい残念でした。

I finally got to ride a water buffalo and enjoyed the leisurely pace of time on Taketomi Island. The driver also provided a lovely service by singing Okinawan folk songs, which was wonderful. I would love to visit again to see the water buffaloes.

念願の水牛に乗って、竹富島のゆっくり流れる時間を堪能しました。
運転手の方が沖縄民謡歌を歌ってくれるサービスもありとても良かったです。
水牛たちに会いにまた訪れたいです。

On this day, our family happened to be the only participants, but we were welcomed warmly. The female guide was friendly, and we enjoyed clear and entertaining explanations along the way.

Kabayama Bay and Tamatorizaki are breathtaking spots, and I can definitely recommend visiting them when you come to Ishigaki Island.

この日たまたま我々家族のみの参加でしたが、気持ちよく迎え入れて頂きました。
女性ガイドさんも気さくで道中の説明も明瞭かつ愉快なお話しが聞けました。

川平湾、玉取崎等絶景で石垣島に来たら、是非行かれるポイントだと頷けます。

The bus guide's island song was wonderful, and visiting Kabira Bay to see the sea turtles made for an amazing memory. I hadn't planned to tour Ishigaki Island, but I'm glad I signed up. I was lucky to encounter Ms. Gushiken in front of her house. The snacks and juice were delicious!

バスガイドさんの島唄がとても良く川平湾を訪れてウミガメ見れて最高に良い思い出に成りました。石垣島観光はする予定無かったですが申し込んで良かったです。具志堅さんのご自宅前でお姉さんに遭遇できラッキーでした。おやつのお菓子やジュース美味しかった！

The tour itinerary was very good and gave a nice overview of Tokyo. The guide we had in the morning was good and knowledgeable, but at times was very difficult to understand. The guide in the afternoon was excellent. Lunch was very good, but we felt too rushed and the restaurant staff was somewhat rude
Overall the tour was.money well spent.

The tour was great. Our guide was very informative and a delight. Lunch option was very good.

I participated because I wanted to go to the Churaumi Aquarium. I wish I had a bit more time, but I was satisfied to meet the whale shark. The guide's singing voice was wonderful, and it moved me.♪

美ら海水族館に行きたくて参加しました。もう少し時間があったら良かったけど、ジンベイザメに会うことが出来て満足です。ガイドさんの歌声が素晴らしく、感動しました♪

I'm really glad I reserved this bus for my summer vacation trip from Hokkaido on a very hot day in August. If we had traveled on our own, it would have taken a long time to reach our destinations, and I don't think we could have visited all the places we wanted to in one day. Also, it was helpful to be able to sit on an air-conditioned bus during the hot weather. If we had used the subway or city buses, not being able to sit would have made us even more tired. The guide was also very kind, and we had a great time. Thanks to this, my child and I were able to enjoy a wonderful time together. Thank you!

北海道から夏休みの旅行にと、8月の大変暑い日に行ったので、こちらのバスを予約しておいて本当に良かったです。
自分たちで回っても目的地に着くまで時間がかかって、見たいところを一日で回ることはできなかったと思います。
また、暑かったので移動中にエアコンが効いているバスに必ず座れる、というのも助かりました。
地下鉄や市営のバスで移動していたら、座れなかったら疲れが倍増していたと思います。
ガイドさんもとても親切で、楽しかったです。
おかげで親子で楽しい時間を過ごせました。
ありがとうございます。

I participated with my energetic 6-year-old and 4-year-old children. It was our first bus tour, and I was quite anxious about how they would handle the bus ride, but thanks to the bus guide and the other participants, we were able to complete it safely.
Although the schedule was tight, we were able to explore Okinawa throughout the day!
The weather was a bit iffy, and I heard the sea wasn't as blue as it could be, but it was still beautiful.
Having only 20 minutes at the beach was tough for those with kids (laughs).

6歳と4歳のやんちゃざかりの子ども達をつれての参加でした。バスツアーは初めてで、バスの移動中大丈夫かヒヤヒヤしましたが、バスガイドさんはじめ参加者のみなさんのおかげで無事に終えることができました。
タイトなスケジュールではありましたが、1日を通して沖縄めぐりができました！！
天気が微妙で、海の青さが十分ではないとの事でしたが、綺麗でした。
海の時間が20分なのは子連れにとって過酷でした（笑）

It is too harsh to research transportation and move around in the hot summer of Kyoto. However, with a bus tour, you can take a break and cool off in the air conditioning in between. It was a great help for someone like me who lives in the northern region.

自ら交通手段を調べて動くには、暑い夏の京都は過酷過ぎます。
しかし、バスツアーなら合間に冷房で涼みながら座って休む事ができます。
北の地域に住む私にとって、助かりました。

Thank you for organizing the tour!

I appreciate all the assistance you provided, and I apologize for any inconvenience caused. Thank you very much.

この度はツアーの企画をいただき、
ありがとうございました！

色々とご対応をいただきましただき、
お手数をおかけしましたが、
感謝いたします。

I wanted to tour Kyoto during Obon, but I thought there would be traffic and full parking lots with my car, so I signed up for this tour. We traveled as a family of five, and it was fantastic to smoothly visit Kyoto's iconic spots like Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu Temple, Kinkaku-ji, and Arashiyama. I don't think we could have covered all that in one day with our car.

With the bus tour, I was a bit concerned about the departure time, but I think the schedule allowed us to visit the sites almost optimally. The tour guide and the driver were friendly, making it a fun trip.

お盆に京都巡りをしたかったのですが、マイカーでは、駐車場と道路が渋滞と満車であると思い、このツアーを申し込みました。
家族5人で巡りましたが、京都の代表的な伏見稲荷、清水寺、金閣寺、嵐山をスムーズに巡る事が出来て最高でした。マイカーでは、まず1日で巡れてないと思います。
バスツアーでは、出発時間が少し気にはなる所ですが、タイムスケジュールもほぼ最適に参拝出来たと思います。
添乗員さん、運転手さんも
愛想良く楽しい旅になりました。

Kawapirabay, selected by the Michelin Guide, was a must-visit for me, so on the last day of our trip, the course that allowed us to visit major tourist spots in Ishigaki Island, including Kawapirabay, and drop us off at the airport was very convenient for our family.

There was a bus guide who provided clear explanations, making the experience more memorable than just sightseeing on our own. We also enjoyed the journey as they played the sanshin and sang along.

Not only did we visit Kawapirabay, but we also went to Tamatorizaki Observatory and a wild palm grove, places that are hard to reach individually, creating great memories to wrap up our trip.

Since meals were included, warm dishes were already prepared at the restaurant, allowing us to eat right away without wasting time. Although the sightseeing time at each location was short, it was a very hot summer day, so being able to listen to compact explanations and quickly move to the air-conditioned bus was truly helpful.

ミシュランガイドに選ばれた川平湾は絶対に行っておきたかったので、旅行の最終日に、川平湾を含めた石垣島の主要観光スポットを周って空港で下車できるというコースは、我が家には好都合のコースでした。
ちゃんとバスガイドさんもいらして、いろいろと分かりやすく説明をして下さるので、自分でただ何となく見学するよりも印象に残りますし、三線を弾きながら歌も歌って下さったり道中も楽しめました。
川平湾だけでなく、玉取崎展望台、野生のヤシの群生林など、個人ではなかなか行けない場所にも行けたので、旅行の最後の締めとなるよい思い出になりました。
食事付なので、レストランに行くと既に温かいお料理が用意されていてすぐに食べられて、時間のムダもありません。どの場所も見学時間は短いですが、真夏のかなり暑い日だったので、コンパクトに説明を聞きながら観光し、サッとクーラーのよく効いたバスに乗って移動出来るので本当に助かりました。

We used this service as a family of three. After arriving at the airport at 10:15, we rented a car and headed to the ferry terminal for the islands. The outbound trip was on a small boat, while the return was on a large ship. After arriving at Taketomi Island, we took a bus to the center. After checking in, we waited about 15 minutes. When our name was called, we boarded the water buffalo cart. It was a slow and leisurely ride. Before we knew it, the tour was over. We rented bicycles and visited Nagomi Tower, Nishi Sazaki Bridge, and Kaiji Beach, and then it was time for the last ferry. We had a fulfilling half day from the 13:05 meeting until just past 17:00.

家族３人で利用しました。10:15に空港到着後、レンタカーを借りてから、離島ターミナルへ。
往路は小ぶりな船。復路は大型船でした。竹富島に到着してからバスで中心部へ。受付をして待つこと15分程。名前を呼ばれ水牛車へ。ゆっくり、のんびり廻ります。あっと言う間に周回終了。自転車を借りて、なごみの塔、西桟橋、カイジ浜を廻ったら最終便の時刻。13:05の集合から17時ちょい過ぎまで充実した半日を過ごせます。

Amazing trip with a nice tour guide... covers almost all the best places around Mount Fuji. Gives ample time to roam around. Nice local lunch.

I participated with my son.
It was my first experience with a bus tour, but I was very satisfied as we were able to visit all the places I wanted to go.
The weather was nice, and the scenery was amazing.

I had high expectations for lunch at the Lakeside Hotel, but it was a bit cold, which was disappointing.

As an option, I really wanted to go to a hot spring, so I squeezed it in despite the time constraints.
It was a lovely hot spring, but I would have been happier with a bit more time.

I discovered the convenience, ease, and fun of bus tours.
Thank you for a wonderful time. I would love to participate again.

息子と2人で参加しました。
バスツアー初体験でしたが、行きたかった所に全て行けて大満足でした。
お天気も良く、景色も最高でした。

レイクサイドホテルでの昼食だったので期待してしまいましたが、少し冷めていて残念でした。

オプションで、どうしても温泉に入りたかったので時間がない中、無理矢理入ってきました。
素敵な温泉でしたがもう少し時間があったら嬉しいです。

バスツアーの便利さ、楽さ、楽しさを知ってしまいました。
素敵な時間をありがとうございました。
また是非参加させていただきます。

I participated on the 12th during my stay from August 11th to 14th. We left early in the morning, and the boat ride was quite rocky, which made both my child and me a bit anxious. I'm glad I took motion sickness medication. The water buffalo I wanted to ride allowed us to leisurely experience the essence of Okinawa. I thought it would have been nice if there were lunch boxes prepared for children.

8月11日〜14日の滞在で、12日に参加しました。
朝早くに出発で、行きの船は朝のせいか結構揺れて私も子供もちょっと不安でした。酔い止め飲んどいて良かったです。乗ってみたかった水牛は、のんびり沖縄らしさを味わえました。お昼ごはんのお弁当？は、子供用の用意とかあれば良かったなぁと思います。

The water buffalo course was a lot of fun, and it was inexpensive, including the ferry. I was surprised that they also offered free luggage storage and a complimentary bus shuttle.

水牛コース楽しかったですかったです、フェリーも込みでお安いです。荷物も無料で預かって下さりバスも無料送迎付きでびっくりしました。

I signed up for a one-day tour to fully enjoy my first visit to Iriomote Island! I was worried about the typhoon, but it was clear and sunny on the day! I was healed by the great nature, and the beautiful sea that I usually can't see was truly amazing!! I took a lot of photos, and it became a wonderful memory! The staff were kind and great people! It was a day packed with everything I wanted to do!! I will come again ^_^

初めての西表島で満喫する為に
一日ツアーに申し込みました！
台風が不安でした、当日は
快晴でした！
大自然に癒され、
普段見るのことの出来ない
綺麗な海にほんと最高でした！！
いっぱい写真をとって
頂き、いい思い出になりました！
スタッフさんも優しくいい人でした！
やりたい事を詰め込んだ
一日になりました！！
また来ます^_^

It was my first time in the Yaeyama Islands, and I was glad to be able to explore multiple islands at once. Cycling in the sunshine was fun, but it was hot. Writing a comment longer than 50 characters is tough.

初めての八重山諸島でしたが、まとめて島巡りができて、良かったです。晴れてサイクリングは楽しかったが暑かった。。50文字以上のコメントは厳しいですね。

If you are lucky, you are gonna see the most beautiful scenery including lakes, Flower farm with Mount Fuji at the backdrop. The grape farm was so nice experience with sweet grapes.

Please check the weather before going. For vegetarians, veltra arranged special food for me.

We had not anticipated just how difficult it would be to get around Tokyo. This day trip gave us the opportunity to relax in a comfortable bus, and see the beautiful sights. We would most definitely do this tour again.

I stayed in Kanazawa for just two days on a rushed trip. Despite that, this tour perfectly fulfilled my wish to efficiently extend my visit to Shirakawa-go. The participants were a mix of Japanese and foreigners, and the tour guide's explanations in both Japanese and English during the bus ride were very rhythmic, precise, and engaging, keeping us interested throughout. The information provided was incredibly helpful during our free time at the destination.

Additionally, the seating arrangements on the bus and for lunch were well-prepared and organized, making everything run smoothly. Thanks to this, the participants, who were strangers at first, gradually started to chat, creating a warm atmosphere for a truly wonderful trip. Thank you very much, Kuroda-san.

Currently, I live overseas, but knowing that there are tour guides with such high language skills and excellent hospitality, I plan to recommend this tour to my acquaintances (foreigners) who will be visiting Japan.

金沢に２日だけ滞在の急ぎ足の旅でした。
そんな中、効率よく、且つ欲張って白川郷まで足を延したい希望をばっちり叶えてくれるツアーでした。
参加者は日本人と外国人が半々の感じでしたが、移動中のバスの中での添乗員さんの日本語と英語による説明はとてもリズムよく的確で、そして興味を引く内容で飽きることがなく、教えていただいた情報は現地での自由行動の際にバッチリ役立ちました。
また、バスの席順、昼食の席などの案内も、きちっと準備・段取りがされていて、本当に何事もスムーズでした。そのお陰で、見知らぬ者同士だった参加者たちとも徐々に会話が弾み、温かい雰囲気での大変素敵な旅となりました。黒田さん、大変、お世話になりました。ありがとうございます。
現在、海外で暮らしているのですが、これほど語学のレベルも高く、おもてなし上手な添乗員さんがいると知ったので、これから日本へ観光に行く知人たち(外国人）にもこのツアーを紹介しようと思います。

I've been wanting to visit Yakushima for a long time! I was unsure whether to join a tour, but it turned out to be a great decision!

I think it took about 10 and a half hours round trip to Jomon Sugi, including breaks and meals, but it was nice not having to manage my own pace.

The trail was somewhat monotonous since we followed the same route both ways, which made it mentally challenging at times, but thanks to the guide's explanations and conversations, I was able to enjoy the journey!

Regarding the group composition, the participants had varying levels of fitness. However, they maintained a steady pace while also taking care of those who were struggling, which provided some reassurance. That said, since it’s a long trek, I think it's essential to do some exercise beforehand to prevent injuries.

Thank you for this experience!

前々から行きたかった屋久島旅行！
ツアーに参加するかどうか迷いましたが参加して大正解でした！

縄文杉までは休憩・食事も入れて往復10時間半程度だったかと思いますが、自身でペース配分をしなくて良い分気楽に行けました。

また往復で同じルートで登山としては単調な道が多いので、飽きがきてメンタル的に結構辛いのですが、ガイドの方の説明や会話のおかげで楽しく行程を終えられました！

編成チームについては、参加者の体力はまばらでした。ただペースを守りつつ、体力に余裕が無い方のケアもしてくれるのである程度は安心かなと思います。とはいえ長丁場ですので、怪我予防のためにも事前に運動しておくのは必須かなとおもいます。

今回はありがとうございました！

The time for the tour was well allocated, so I was able to relax. There were many foreign visitors, which also helped me practice my English.

見学の時間がしっかり確保されていたので、ゆっくり過ごせました。
外国の方も多いので、英語の勉強にもなりました。