All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

The trekking to Jomon Sugi was quite challenging due to the impact of the typhoon, with heavy rain falling. Normally, trekking on a sunny day would be preferable, but I realized that enjoying Yakushima's nature on a rainy day can also be wonderful. The misty forest, the moss glistening with raindrops, and the river flowing alongside the route turned into a torrent, adding to the sense of adventure.

For a couple in their 50s and 60s who are usually not very active, the journey of over 10 km one way was quite tough, but the Jomon Sugi we encountered at the end was truly divine, leaving us in awe. I believe this nature should be cherished and protected.

However, it was our guide, Mr. Shiramizu, who led us to such feelings. His extensive knowledge of Yakushima's nature and deep affection for the island shone through, and my wife and I became completely captivated by Yakushima. His storytelling skills kept us laughing throughout the challenging trek.

When we visit this island again, we would love to learn more about the wonderful aspects of Yakushima. Thank you very much!

台風の影響も少しあって、かなり強い雨も降る中の縄文杉トレッキングでした。普通であれば、晴れの日のトレッキングの方が良いに決まっていますが、屋久島の自然は雨の日に楽しむのも良いものだと実感させてくれました。薄く煙る森、雨粒を受けて生き生きと輝きを増すコケ、そしてルートの脇を流れる川は激流となり、冒険感もいや増すばかりでした。
普段運動不足の50と60の夫婦には片道10kmを超える道中は相当しんどかったですが、最後に出逢えた縄文杉は本当に神々しくて、畏怖の念を抱かずにいられませんでした。この自然は、これからも大事に大事に守っていくべきだと思います。
ですが、そんな想いに導いてくれたのは、ガイドの白水さんです。屋久島の自然の豊富な知識と屋久島への愛情深さが伝わって来て、僕ら夫婦もすっかり屋久島の虜になってしまいました。話術にも長けていらっしゃったので、きつい道中も常に笑いが絶えませんでした。
また、この島に来訪する際には、是非屋久島の良いところを教えて頂きたいです。本当にありがとうございました！

It had been about 30 years since my middle school graduation trip, and I came to Kyoto again to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. We had a full itinerary of places we wanted to visit, and we enjoyed a leisurely sightseeing experience together as a couple, creating wonderful memories of our trip to Kyoto. The guides were very friendly, checking in on everyone in the tour and engaging in conversation, which was great. The driver also kindly said, "Have a good time" and "Welcome back," making our sightseeing experience very pleasant.

I look forward to visiting Kyoto again! Thank you!

中学の卒業旅行以来約30年ぶりの京都で、また結婚30年記念で京都に来ました。
行きたかった所満載で、夫婦でのんびりと観光させていただき、とても良い京都旅行の思い出になりました。
ガイドさん達もツアーの皆さんに所々で気にかけ、話しかけたりと、とても気さくな感じで良かったです。運転手さんも『いってらっしゃいか。お帰りなさい。』と声かけしてくれて心地よく観光出来ました。

また京都に行った時にはよろしくお願いします！
ありがとうございました！

I used this tour because I can't drive. I was surprised by the guide's thorough explanations. We heard a lot of interesting information, from the history of Okinawa to contemporary topics. Before I knew it, we arrived at our destination while listening to the guide's stories. It was a tour of the Sefa Utaki and the Gangala Valley, and I had a fulfilling time without any wasted moments. Additionally, at Gangala Valley, we participated in the tour to explore (it seems you can't visit without a guide). The guide here was also wonderful and very attentive.

車が運転できないためこちらのツアーを利用しました。びっくりしたのがガイドさんの丁寧な説明。沖縄の歴史から現代の沖縄の話題と盛りだくさんで興味深く聴かせていただきました。ガイドさんの話を聞いているうちにあっという間に目的地へ到着。斎場御嶽とガンガラーの谷のツアーでしたが無駄なく充実した時間を過ごせました。また、ガンガラーの谷ではツアーに参加する形で見学。（ガイド付出ないと見学できない模様）。こちらも至れり尽くせりの素晴らしいガイドさんでした。

It was an amazing experience despite the heavy rain, as the local staff did their best to accommodate us, allowing us to enjoy ourselves. The content was very satisfying and truly captured the essence of Okinawa.

すごい雨でしたが、現地担当の方たちが出来る限りの対応を考えてくださり、おかげ様で楽しむことができました。沖縄らしさが満喫できる大満足の内容でした。

I participated in this tour because I wasn't confident about driving in an unfamiliar place during the busy season in August while traveling alone. At the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, the time was a bit short and it felt rushed, but I was glad to be able to visit various places in one day.

1人旅で、8月の混雑期に知らない土地での車の運転は自信が無かった為、コチラのツアーに参加しました。
美ら海水族館ではちょっと時間が短く、バタバタでしたが、1日で色々な所が回れて良かったです。

The guide was very attentive, allowing us to have a fulfilling day on the bus tour. Thank you very much for your help.

ガイドさんが
丁寧だったので充実したバスツアー
の1日を過ごせました。
大変お世話になりました。

Mount Usu was shrouded in thick fog, and while we took the ropeway to the summit, we couldn't see the crater or Lake Toya. At Lake Shikotsu, strong winds caused the sightseeing boat to be canceled. Although the tour is affected by the weather, there were many great sights to see, such as Showa Shinzan and the Shikotsu Lake Visitor Center. The foot bath at Lake Toya was very pleasant. On the bus, we could listen to various sightseeing explanations in four languages through headphones, which kept us entertained. I think it would be an amazing tour if the weather is good.

有珠山は霧が濃くロープウェイで頂上迄は行きましたが火口も洞爺湖も見られず。支笏湖では風が強くで水中観光船が欠航でした。天気に左右されるツアーではありますが、昭和新山や支笏湖ビジターセンターなどが観光出来て良かったものも沢山。洞爺湖では足湯が気持ちいい。バスの中では色々な観光説明が4ヶ国語でヘッドフォンで聞くことが出来るし退屈しなかった。天気が良ければ最高のツアーだと思います。

The walking pace was faster than I expected, and I didn't have time to put on my raincoat, so it was quite hard, and I thought I might get a muscle strain. I brought a lot of portable toilets, but there was limited time to use them. However, the scenery was really beautiful. I'm glad I got to see it at least once in my lifetime.

思っていたより歩くペースが速かったり、レインコートを着る時間もなかったりと、かなりハードで肉離れになるかと思いました。簡易トイレを大量に持っていきましたが、トイレに入る時間も限られていました。ただ、景色などはすごく良かったです。一生に一度は見たかったのでよかったです。

Yoko was such a fun and helpful tour guide! From the informative bus ride, the beauty and awe of Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi, and the Ropeway, to the ride back to Tokyo on the bullet train, this was a fabulous excursion. I highly recommend this day-trip.

Yoko even guided nearly our entire tour group from Tokyo Station to Shinjuku Station after even though the tour ended at Tokyo Station. Such a helpful and kind person!

I went to Taiko Rock.
Since it was my first time trekking, it was quite challenging.
For those who are aware of their lack of exercise, it seems that bringing trekking poles makes it easier.

Many people at Shiratani Unsuikyo go without a guide, but I often found myself wondering where to walk, so I think beginners should definitely hire a guide for peace of mind. You can also learn a lot from their stories.

Since it was early in the morning, there were few people passing by, and I could walk leisurely. On the way down, I started to encounter many people, so I got the impression that a lot of people start around 9 AM. I'm glad I left early, as I was able to enjoy Taiko Rock all to myself.

The guide was dressed lightly in a T-shirt and shorts, but I bumped my legs against rocks quite a bit, so I think wearing long pants or tights would have been better. Yakushima is full of rocks, so it can be quite painful. Since I was in the mountains, I probably didn't need a hat. Just wearing a hat made me feel quite hot, and I ended up taking it off at the end.

太鼓岩まで行きました。
トレッキングは初めてなので、けっこう大変でした。
運動不足を自覚している人は、ストックを持って行くと楽だそうです。

白谷雲水狭はガイドをつけてない人も多くいますが
どこを歩いたらいいの？と思うことが度々あったので
初心者はガイドを付けた方が安心です。お話も色々聞けて勉強になります。

早朝だったので、すれ違う人も少なくゆったりと歩けました。
下山の時には、たくさんの人とすれ違うようになったので
9時頃に出発の人が多いのかなーという印象です。
朝早く出たので、太鼓岩が独り占めできてよかったです。

ガイドさんはTシャツ半ズボンという軽装でしたが、私は足をあっちこっちに
ぶつけたので、長ズボンかタイツでよかったとおもいます。
屋久島は岩だらけなので、結構いたいです。
山の中だったので、帽子はいらなかったかな。帽子被るだけでけっこう暑く感じて、最後は脱いでいました。

It was more enjoyable than I expected, and I had a fulfilling day blessed with good weather. I knew that fit individuals were participating in this course, so I was a bit nervous at the start. The initial pace was fast, and I worried about keeping up, but our guide managed the walking time and breaks well, allowing us to walk comfortably in the end.

We visited Shiratani Unsuikyo → Taiko Rock → Jomon Sugi in that order. Since we came to Yakushima with the goal of seeing Jomon Sugi, it was the perfect order for our group to see it last. Along the way, we received a lot of energy from the guide's stories, photo opportunities, and the power of nature, making it an exciting and thrilling 11-hour trek. The sense of accomplishment was incredible. I highly recommend this for anyone wanting to experience nature in a day. Thank you, guide Shinmura.

期待以上に楽しく、天気に恵まれ充実した一日でした。
このコースは健脚の方が参加しているとしり、初めはドキドキのスタートでした。
初めのペースが速く着いていけるかと途中心配もしましたが、ガイドさんが歩く時間、休憩と上手にとってもらい、結局は余裕をもって歩くことが出来ました。
今回は白谷雲水峡→太鼓岩→縄文杉の順で回りました。
縄文杉を目的に屋久島に来たので、最後に縄文杉は私たちグループにとっては最高の順番でした。
途中のガイドさんの話や、写真撮影、大自然のパワーをたくさんもらい、終始ウキウキ、ワクワクの１１時間のトレッキングでした。達成感も半端ないです。１日で大自然を感じたい方、お勧めです。ガイドの新村さんありがとうございました。

The guide was very kind and it was great. The timing at each stop was just right, and the bear ranch was a lot of fun. I also enjoyed a delicious lunch. It was a pity that we couldn't ride the boat due to bad weather, but we still had a good time even with the clouds.

ガイドさんがとても親切で良かったです。各停留場所の時間も丁度よく、熊牧場がすごく楽しかったです。昼食も美味しくいただきました。悪天候につき船に乗れなかったのが残念でしたが曇りでも楽しめました。

Thanks to our kind guide Yoshifumi, my 8-year-old son was able to fully enjoy the experience. Despite the difficult conditions due to the rain the night before, he made accurate judgments based on his rich experience. Additionally, considering the unstable weather and my child's stamina, he led us in a way that made my son say, "I want to go again." We look forward to the next time!

親切なガイドの吉節さんのお陰で８歳の息子も存分に楽しめたようです。
前夜の雨により判断が難しいなか、豊かな経験に基づき的確な判断をしてくださいました。
また、天候も不安定な中、子供の体力などを鑑みながらリードしていただいたお陰で、息子も「また行ってみたい」と言っています。
次回も宜しくお願いします。

I participated in the tour and rated it 8 out of 10. The weather was rainy and unstable due to Typhoon No. 9, but they came to pick me up at the hotel. Since it was my last day, I was able to load my suitcase onto the bus, and they took me to the airport on the way back, which was great.

I arrived first at Sefa Utaki. Since it’s a popular spot, I thought I wouldn’t be able to take my time, but since I was the first one there, there were few other tourists, and I could explore at a leisurely pace.

By the time I arrived at the Valley of Gangala, the weather had deteriorated, and it was pouring rain with poor footing, but the scenery of the limestone cave, which we entered with lanterns, the giant banyan tree, and the natural beauty and mystery of Okinawa were wonderful.

The 1 hour and 20-minute guided tour was very enjoyable for both adults and children. I don’t think you can have such experiences often.

The bus guide's explanations were very clear, and the drivers were kind people, which was nice. Thank you very much. I would like to participate in the tour again the next time I visit Okinawa.

8／10参加させていただきました。台風９号の影響で雨が降ったりやんだりの天気でしたが、ホテルまで迎えに来てくれ、滞在最終日だったのでそのままキャリーケースをバスに積み、帰りは空港まで送ってくれるのでよかったです。
斎場御嶽には一番乗りで到着しました。人気スポットなので、ゆっくりできないかな〜と思っていましたが、一番乗りだったので、他の観光客も少なくゆっくり巡ることができました。
ガンガラーの谷に着いた頃には天気が崩れてしまい、足元が悪くスゴい豪雨でしたが、ランタンを持って入る鍾乳洞の景観、巨大ガジュマルの木、沖縄の自然と神秘素晴らしかったです。
1時間20分の専門ガイド付きツアーで、大人も子どももとても楽しめました。なかなかこういう経験はできないと思います。

ツアーのバスガイドさんの話もとてもわかりやすく、運転手さんも優しい方々でよかったです。ありがとうございました。また次回沖縄に行った時はツアーに参加させていただきたいと思います。

I was the only American that day on the bus but they provided me with a translator radio which explained the areas we drove through in English so I learned a lot about the areas along the beautiful coastal drive leading to the Aquarium.

The hotel where I had lunch had a very nice bath. Due to the short time, I could only soak a little, but there was a stylish shampoo bar, and I wanted to try the service that lets you enjoy shampoos from various brands.

お昼をいただいたホテルのお風呂がとても素敵でした。時間が短いためつかるだけでしたがおしゃれなシャンプーバーがあり各社のシャンプーが楽しめるサービス利用してみたかったです。

The tour guide Akreti-Aki was really helpful and very nice The foods was good. Overall very much satisfied.

First of all, the Guide does not speak english and doesn't even recognize me speaking japanese to her. Instead of talking at all to me, she just pointed to everything. She smiled and talked to the other participants, but couldn't even try to smile with me.
We drove 3 hours to pick up other participants and than had 40 minutes in the Pineapple Park. We rushed through it and had only 5 minutes left, when we arrived in the souvenir shop, i had no time to try anything or buy anything. Than we had 50 minutes in a shopping mapp in which we didn't even go inside, instead we went to the sandwich store infront, because they had coupons for it, for everybody to have one bad sandwich. We decided to have Okinawa noodles at that place and payed a bit more. Then we arrived in the aquarium, 3 hours are not enough at all for this huge place. It is so beautiful and there is a whole park around it with more museums and tropical gardens around it. Again i rushed through it. In the end we stopped at a sweet potato souvenir shop to buy stuff and then 3 hours getting everybody back.
The Pineapple Park is nice, cute and a bit bizarr, but 40 min are definitly not enough, the Aquarium is awesome, but 3 hours is not enough.
We spent more time wasting time with picking up people and eating bad sandwiches than with the main events. And the guide is only nice to japanese people. The english translator device is also bad, you don't understand anything and it has that disturbing cracking sound.
I am not satisfied with the tour.
I am satisfied with Pineapple Park and Aquarium which are definitly worth seeing it, but better go there by yourself. :(

Since there is no seat assignment, I was sitting next to strangers. The guide was efficient, but there was a lot of pressure; if anyone was even a minute late for the meeting time, they would leave without them. People in the back seats were even saying, "Is this a military operation?" The course covered all the tourist attractions, which was great.

座席指定ではないのでしらない人と隣同士
ガイドさんはテキパキしてるといえばいいが集合時間に１分でも遅れたら置いてくとかとにかく圧がすごかった。後ろの席の人達も軍隊かよ！と言ってました。
コースは観光名所を網羅していて良かった。

This tour is spent mainly on the bus. The stops are not more than 30 mins. The lunch place was awful with no atmosphere. Due to mist the cable car and boat trip was a waste of time.

This tour was well priced and a great time for the whole family. The tour guide, Ami, was so nice and funny! Lunch was good, every stop was fun, and there was so much to see! We got a lot of photos and made a lot of good memories.

I participated in the Jomon Sugi trekking for the first time. I wasn't confident that my wife and my 9-year-old child would be able to complete it, so we requested a guide, and that turned out to be the right decision. The guide shared knowledge about the history and plants, which kept us engaged on the long trolley path. The photo spots were perfect as well. On the way back, the guide even gave us quizzes, which helped my child successfully complete the trek.

A memorable moment was when a Yakushima macaque walked ahead of our group, leading the way. I would love to participate again.

初めて縄文杉トレッキング参加しました。嫁さんと子供(9歳)の完走に自信がなかったので、ガイドをお願いしましたが、これが正解でした。歴史や植物の知識を教えてくれ、長いトロッコ道も飽きずに進めました。写真ポイントもバッチリです。帰りもクイズを出してくれたりして子供も頑張って完歩できました。。
途中屋久ザルがわれわれ一行の前を先導する様に歩いてくれたのも楽しい思い出になりました。また参加したいです。

I was foolish to sign up for the open-deck bus during an incredibly hot summer. They provided us with cooling patches, but that wasn't nearly enough to cope with the heat, and I couldn't hear any of the sightseeing information. As a result, the bus was nearly empty. I think spring or autumn would be a better time to participate.

とんでもなく暑い夏に、オープンデッキバスに申し込んだ私がバカでした。冷えピタを支給されましたが、そんなもんじゃ足りない位暑くて観光の案内なんて全く耳には入ってきませんでしたね。だからバスもガラガラでした。参加するなら春か秋が良いかと思います。

This was my first trip to Okinawa, and I participated in a day trip bus tour. Our guide, Yuki, enthusiastically introduced the scenery and sang Okinawan songs, which I really enjoyed.

初めての沖縄旅ですが、バスツアーで日帰り旅参加しました。ユキちゃんというガイドさんが景色を熱心紹介と沖縄歌を熱唱がとても楽しんでました。

Ahmed and I went to Mount Fuji last Tuesday. So did the clouds! However, we really enjoyed it thanks to our guide, Nao! She was kind, helpful and very informative.

It seemed like a typhoon was approaching, but I was very satisfied with the schedule adjustments made for us. I was happy that they took a lot of photos and sent them to us later. It was great not to worry about carrying my smartphone while walking along the mountain paths and through the mangroves. It became a wonderful summer memory!

台風が来そうでしたが、一部スケジュールを変えていただき、大満足でした★
写真をいっぱい撮ってくれて、あとで送っていただけたのが嬉しかったです。
山道を進んだりマングローブを進んだりするのでスマホを持ち歩く心配がないのが良かったです。夏の思い出になりました！

I had a great time efficiently visiting three remote islands for the first time. I was able to enjoy sightseeing without feeling rushed.

During the ferry ride, I was on the deck, but the wind was quite strong, so it might have been better to sit inside. I was satisfied with exploring Taketomi Island freely by renting a bicycle.

初めての離島を3島を効率よく回れて楽しかったです。時間もせわしないこともなく観光ができました。
移動時間のフェリーではデッキにいたので風がすごすぎるため、中に座った方が良かったかもしれないです。竹富島はレンタサイクルで自由に散策できて満足でした。

We went trekking as a three-generation family: my 75-year-old grandmother, my son and his wife, and my 9-year-old granddaughter. We ran out of time, and both the 75-year-old and the 9-year-old were at their limits, so we could only make it to the夫婦杉 (Couple Cedar), just before Jomon Sugi. However, we encountered breathtaking natural scenery, wildlife, and the ancient Yakusugi trees that we would have missed if we hadn't gone. It was a tough trek, but this experience and the emotions we felt became unforgettable memories. I'm grateful to the guide for teaching us so much. Looking back, it was truly the best experience. Thank you!

75歳のおばあちゃん、その息子夫婦、9歳の女の孫と3世代で挑んだトレッキング。
時間が足りなくて、そして、75歳と9歳の足が限界で縄文杉一歩手前の夫婦杉までしか行けませんでしたが、行かないと分からない大自然の風景、生き物、屋久杉に出会い感動物でした。
しんどいトレッキングでしたが、この感動と体験は忘れられない思い出になりました。ガイドさんにも色々教えて頂き、感謝しています。とにかく今思えば最高でした。ありがとうございます。

I think it was a good decision to use a sightseeing bus that allows you to sleep during the journey, as attractions in the central region, like the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, take quite a bit of time to reach from Naha City. Especially since the Ocean Expo Park, where the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is located, is large and can be tiring to explore.

Additionally, it unfortunately rained on the day of our visit, but it was great that there was a course that could still be enjoyed even in the rain.

美ら海水族館など中部の観光地は、那覇市内から行くと結構時間がかかるので、移動中寝ていても大丈夫な観光バスを利用して正解だと思いました。特に、美ら海水族館がある海洋博公園は広くて疲れるので、なおさらです。
また、当日はあいにくの雨となりましたが、雨でも楽しめるコースとなっていて、良かったです。

This is a great option for those who do not have cars, but still want to see the Okinawan sites. This is a great alternative to get around, although the time at each place was tight and we couldn't spend as much time at each location as we wanted, we had a lot of fun following along the tour. Everyone on the tour was also very nice and accommodating.