All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I chose this plan because I wanted a lot of activities to enjoy. I really wanted to go to Barasu Island, and I appreciated that the staff recommended the best day to visit after making the reservation. The day we went to Barasu Island was perfect! There were few other people, and I was able to take many great photos. Of course, canoeing and exploring the caves were also fun, and I returned to Ishigaki on the ferry feeling both exhausted and refreshed. Thank you very much!

どうせ遊ぶなら盛りだくさんの内容をと思い、このプランにしました。どうしてもバラス島に行きたかったのですが、そのリクエストに応えるべくスタッフさんが予約後にバラス島が一番出る日をオススメしてくれたことは私の中では非常にポイントが高かったです。当日のバラス島はバッチリ！ほかの人も少なく、たくさん映え写真が撮れました。もちろんカヌーや鍾乳洞のケイビング？も楽しく、疲れと爽快感マックスでフェリーで石垣に帰りました笑
ありがとうございました！

Iriomote Island is rich in nature, and since it seemed cumbersome to create a detailed schedule on my own, I opted for a one-day package plan. As a result, it was a great decision! On one tour, I was able to enjoy Barasu Island, a large limestone cave, and stand-up paddleboarding in the mangroves. Just as the online reviews said, the guide was entertaining and kind, and I couldn't ask for more! I truly want to come back to Iriomote.

西表島は自然が多く、個人でスケジュールを細かく組むのが面倒とネットにあったので、1日のパックプランにしました。結果、大正解！１つのツアーでバラス島と大きな鍾乳洞、そしてマングローブでSUPを楽しめました。ネットの評価通りガイドさんも面白く親切で、言うことなしです！また西表に来たいと心より思いました。

The starry sky of Ishigaki, the coconut crab, and other creatures provided an amazing experience. I was very satisfied thanks to the kind guide. They also offer transportation and take photos at various points. I was also taken care of during my time in Iriomote Island, and I highly recommend this.

石垣の星空、ヤシガニ、その他の生き物、最高の体験ができました。優しいガイドさんのおかげで大満足です。送迎も付いてますし、ポイントポイントで写真も撮ってくださります。西表島の時もお世話になりましたが、おススメします。

First, we went to the power spot, Kura Falls. We paddled to Kura Falls by canoe. There were also people on stand-up paddleboards (SUP). Since we are not very good at sports and it was a two-person canoe, we chose that option. The quiet mangroves were pleasant, and there were great photo spots. At the base of the waterfall, we washed away the sweat from paddling and experienced things we normally wouldn't, like getting drenched under the waterfall.

Next, we went on a tour of the limestone caves. I was deeply moved by the natural beauty created by nature. Personally, it was the place I was most satisfied with.

After a lunch break, we took a large boat from the shop to Barasu Island. It didn't sway at all, so I was able to enjoy it without getting seasick. Barasu Island truly lived up to its name as a miracle island, being entirely made of coral.

It was a packed day. I think this is a tour that people staying in Ishigaki Island can truly enjoy.

まずはパワースポットであるクーラの滝に行きました。クーラの滝まではカヌーで漕いで行きます。SUPの方もいました。私たちは運動が得意ではないのと、2人乗りなのでカヌーを選びました。静かなマングローブは気持ちよく、写真映え抜群のポイントもありました。滝壺ではカヌーでかいた汗を思いっきり流して、滝に打たれたり、普段できない体験ができました。
その次は鍾乳洞のツアーになりました。大自然が創りだした造形美にひたすら感動させられました。個人的には一番満足度の高い場所でした。
その後お昼を挟んで、バラス島にショップの大きな船で行きました。全く揺れなかったので、酔わずに楽しめました。バラス島は奇跡の島と言われるだけあって、本当にサンゴだけでできた島でした。
盛りだくさんの1日になりました。石垣島に泊まっている人こそ楽しめるツアーだと思います。

I was worried about how to take photos without our own camera, but the guide took a lot of pictures for us, so we were able to create memories. The photos were all beautiful and taken from angles that only the guide could capture, which was amazing! The tour was also interesting and fun.

自分たちのカメラがなくて写真どーしよと思ってたのですが、ガイドさんが沢山の写真を撮ってれたので思い出ができました。
ガイドさんにしか撮れない角度で綺麗な写真ばかりで最高でした！
ツアーも面白く楽しかったです。

This was my first time on Iriomote Island, and I had an amazing experience!! It was also my first time doing SUP, and I was worried about falling off, but I managed to stay on the board until the end, so I was really glad! Haha.

The guide's explanations were very thorough and easy to understand, which made me satisfied! I really enjoyed my first jungle experience!

The limestone cave was incredible! I was so moved! But the termite nest was a bit gross, haha.

Landing on Barasu was also very touching! I'm glad I got to see it before I die! Haha.

Thank you for the fun tour! If I have the chance, I would love to join another tour!!

初めての西表島ですごい楽しい体験が出来ました！！SUPするのも初めてで落ちたらどうしようとか思ってたんですが、なんとか落ちずに最後まで乗れてとりあえず良かったです！笑
ガイドさんの説明もとても丁寧でわかりやすかったので満足でした！初ジャングル満喫できました！
鍾乳洞ではやばい！感動した！って感じでした！でも白アリの巣が気持ち悪かったです笑
バラス上陸もとても感動しました！死ぬ前に見れてよかったです！笑
楽しいツアーを体験させていただきありがとうございました！また機会があれば違うツアーにも参加したいです！！

I had a photo shoot with my son.
Under a perfect starry sky, we took wonderful photos, and I was truly moved.
I absolutely recommend it!!
If I have the opportunity again, I would love to try different poses next time (^ ^)
The quality, the emotion, and the cost performance are just amazing!!

息子と二人で写真撮影していただきました。
満点の星空の下、素敵な写真を撮って頂き本当に感動でした。
絶対にオススメです！！
また機会がありましたら、次は違うポージングで是非お願いしたいと思います(^ ^)
クオリティ、感動、コスパ良すぎです！！

The tour was well organized.We did not have any problems Both guides were knowledgeable and friendly

This is my first trip to Okinawa, and I came to Iriomote Island for a solo trip as a retirement celebration. I had done all the sightseeing and found there was less to do than I expected, so I decided to come to Iriomote Island. I read online that doing activities is the most fun, so I followed that advice.

I usually don’t exercise much, but this time I played around without thinking too much. The staff provided excellent service, and I am filled with gratitude. I highly recommend it!

沖縄旅行自体が初めてで、退職祝いに一人旅で西表島に来ました。観光もやり尽くし、想像以上にやることがなかったので、西表島に来ました。
ネットでアクティビティをする事が一番楽しいと書いてあったので、その通りにしました。
普段はあまり体を動かさないのですが、この時ばかりは色々考えずに遊びまくりました。スタッフさんも最大限サービスしてくれ、感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです。おススメです！

There were few shops that allowed reservations for just one person, so I was taken care of here. Even as a solo participant, I was able to make friends with other participants and enjoy activities together, which I believe will be a lifelong memory (*^^*). Thank you for taking such beautiful photos as well.

1人でも予約できるショップが少なかったので、こちらでお世話になりました。1人参加でも他の参加者の方と仲良くなれたり、そんな方々と一緒にアクティビティを楽しんだ経験は一生の思い出になると思います(*^^*)
写真もすごく綺麗に撮ってくださって、ありがとうございます。

During the day, we were taken care of by Pip. The night tour was also wonderful and created great memories. Among them, the Milky Way we saw at the stargazing spot is something I think I will never forget, even after returning to Tokyo. I was captivated by the incredibly beautiful night sky in no time. Thank you for the hotel pick-up as well.

日中もこちらのピピさんにお世話になりました。夜のツアーも素晴らしく、良い思い出になりました。。
中でも、星空スポットで見た天の川は東京に帰っても忘れられないと思います。。
あまりにも美しい星空にあっという間に虜になりました。 ホテル送迎もありがとうございます。

The entire tour was rushed not sure why as we couldn't do the ropeway, so you would think we would have had extra time. They added a box to the website showing that it was closed after my group had already booked the tour. We took a cruise through the fog, and it was not on the cool pirate boat described and pictured. The cruise was a waste as well because you couldn't see anything. We also went to the museum which is supposed to provide a great view of Fuji but again we couldn't see anything.

I was able to do what I wanted on the beautiful islands. To be honest, I didn't have high expectations for the cave exploration before participating, but surprisingly, the cave exploration was the most interesting part! The islands of Balas and the mangroves were, of course, amazing too!

美しい島々でやりたいことができました。正直な話、参加する前は鍾乳洞探検はそこまで期待していなかったのですが、まさかの鍾乳洞探検が一番面白かったです笑
バラス島とマングローブももちろん最高でしたよ！

It was the best trip ever. My first time in Iriomote Island. My first time canoeing. My first time caving. My first time on Barasu Island. Throughout all these firsts, the guide was very kind and attentive. I felt their kindness as they took care of me, being alone the whole time! Thank you, Obara, Roku, and Sasaki!

最高のたびになりました。初めての西表島。初めてのカヌー。初めてのケイビング。初めてのバラス島。初めてづくしの中で、ガイドの方は親切に対応していただきました。ずっと1人の私を気遣っていただき、優しさを感じました！
小原さん、ロクちゃん、佐々木くんありがとう！

Both Nikko and Lake Chuzenji were quite stunning! Unfortunately, Kegon Falls was not visible due to the mist that day. Good food and a well informed guide made the total experience very worth it.

I was moved by the starry sky, which was even more beautiful than I had expected. The staff and the photographer were very attentive, suggesting poses, which made for a wonderful memory.

思ってた以上の星空に感動でした✨
スタッフの方もカメラマンさんの対応も丁寧でポーズも提案して下さったので、とても素敵な想い出となりました。

It was a truly wonderful tour. Among the highlights, the majestic sight of the whale sharks at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium was breathtaking. I could have watched them for hours, but 150 minutes was just right for my stamina.

大変、素晴らしいツアーでした。
中でも、美ら海水族館のジンベイザメの雄姿は圧巻でした。
何時間でも見て居たかったところでしたが、体力的に１５０分は最適でした。

Saijō Gushikawa was truly a mystical place, despite its seemingly ordinary setting. Is this what is called a power spot? Also, I thoroughly enjoyed watching the performances at Okinawa World. It was fun.

斎場御嶽は、何気ない場所柄ながらも、本当に神秘的な所でした。
こういった場所がパワースポットと呼ばれるのでしょうか。
また、沖縄ワールドの踊りの場では、じっくり鑑賞させてもらいました。
楽しかったです。

After a bathroom break, the first stop is lunch and the lavender fields. The lunch was delicious (or so I heard), but the portion was quite small. As a mother of two growing sons, I ended up sharing my portion with them until they were about 80% full. However, I guess it's fine since you can buy various snacks at each stop if you want more. The lavender fields here aren't that big, so to be honest, I was wondering if this is what Furano's lavender is like.

Next, at Shikisai no Oka, we could see golf carts, buggies, and alpacas (all for an additional fee). I wish we had done something other than what Farm Tomita offers. The lavender soft serve we had there was really delicious!

Then we visited the Blue Pond. It was so beautiful! Truly blue! However, there were an overwhelming number of people. After quickly taking a photo, you need to move on to avoid being a nuisance.

Finally, we arrived at Farm Tomita. It was just amazing! The flower fields here are enough on their own! Honestly, I wished we could have shortened the time at other places (especially lunch) and spent about two hours here instead. You can take photos, enjoy delicious food, and shop for souvenirs. It was at Farm Tomita that I finally felt the greatness of Furano's lavender! My sons said the melon bread at Farm Tomita was incredibly delicious. I bought a lot of lavender goods and was very happy! It was a fun day.

トイレ休憩を経て、最初につくのが昼食とそこにあるラベンダー畑。ランチは美味しい(かったらしい)けどかなり量が少なめ。食べ盛りの息子を2人持つ私は、自分の分を息子達にまわして、彼らが腹八分目になるくらいの量。でも、追加で購入すれば、立ち寄る場所場所で色々な軽食を買えるのでいいのかな？こちらのラベンダー畑はそこまで大きくないので、正直富良野のラベンダーってこんなもん？っと思っていました。
次に停まる四季彩の丘ではゴルフカートやバギー、アルパカを見るなど(全て追加料金)ファーム冨田でないことをやったほうがよかった。そこで食べたラベンダーソフト、とても美味しかった！
そして青い池。とても綺麗！本当に青！ ただ、半端ない数の人、人、人。サックリ写真を撮ったらさっさと回避しないと迷惑。
最後がファーム冨田。もう最高！お花畑、ここだけでいい！正直、ほかの場所(特に昼食)の場所の時間を短くして、ここに2時間くらい欲しかった。写真を撮ってもよし！美味しい食べ物もいっぱい、お土産の買い物も。ファーム冨田に来てやっと、富良野のラベンダーって凄い！と感動しました。息子達曰く、ファーム冨田のメロンパンがむちゃくちゃ美味しかったとのこと。私はいっぱいラベンダーグッズを買ってホクホク！楽しい１日でした。

I enjoyed the island hopping, but I felt there was a bit too much traveling. However, I was satisfied with taking photos with the water buffalo and experiencing the islands!

島巡りは楽しめましたが、少し移動が多かったかなぁという感じもありました。でも、水牛と写真を撮ったり、島を感じれたり、満足でした♪

I apologize for any inconvenience caused to the guide, but they were very attentive and kind! Thank you so much!!! The journey was tough, but with encouragement like "we'll take a break in about ○ minutes" and stories about previous trekkers, I was able to push through until the end!

At times, when the rain was heavy and it got cold, I was warmed up with delicious miso soup! The rainforests of Yakushima are incredibly beautiful, and I was truly moved when the sun peeked out for a moment! I want to go again! I hope to count on your support then!

ガイドさんには、いろいろご迷惑おかけしましたが、とてもとても丁寧に対応していただきました！ありがとうございました！！！
道のりはハードでしたが、あと○分で休憩だよとか、以前にこういう人がいてね～とか、いろんな声をかけていただいて、最後までトレッキングを頑張れました！
時折、雨が激しく降り、寒くなったときは、暖かいお味噌汁をいただいて、暖まれました！
屋久島の雨の森はとても綺麗で、太陽が少し見えたときには、とても感動しました！
また行きたいです！そのときは、よろしくお願いいたします！

The driver was very kind, friendly, knowledgeable and spoke perfect English. Surprisingly he also spoke Spanish as well, which was a fun surprise for the parents, as the driver was happy to practice his Spanish. He was able to drive us to some nice places, as we even got to eat at a nice restaurant over the river that we wanted to enjoy. The van was very spacious, clean and comfortable as well.

Everything went according to play, the exchange worked out.

We knew that it was a bus tour, but it was a little cramped compared to other bus tours that we have been part of in Sapporo. I think that is due to that this tour is in Tokyo so more people were on the bus. The tour guide, Irene was very nice and accommodating, despite some rude tour people on the tour bus. As a bit of advice, when you are given a time frame in Japan, you better be punctual or you will be left behind! As we were going to various places, we were on a challenging schedule, so the tour guide let everyone know this at the beginning of the tour, and everyone needs to be respectful of each other's time. Two people did not respect this rule and ended up being left behind at one stop, but made it back to the bus at the next stop, fortunately for them the distance was reachable, but I'm sure had a bit of a walk to catch up. The weather that day did not allow for us to see Mt. Fuji, which was a bummer, but not the fault of the tour guide or the tour experience.

It was my first experience in the jungle at night, and I was very anxious about whether I would enjoy it, but I was able to see large bats, hermit crabs, and even a coconut crab, which is a natural monument, making it an unforgettable memory. The guide was well-prepared with boots and flashlights, allowing us to explore safely.

I was also taken care of by Pipi during the day. It turned out to be the best trip!

夜のジャングル自体初めての経験で、最初は楽しめるかとても不安だったのですが、大きなコウモリやヤドカリ、そして最後には天然記念物のヤシガニまで見ることが出来て、最高の思い出になりました。ガイドの方も長靴や懐中電灯をしっかりと準備してくださっていて、安全に探検することが出来ました。
お昼間もpipiさんにお世話になりました。最高のtripになりました。

I had no plans for the day, so I decided to join. Despite the last-minute reservation, I was very grateful for the kind assistance I received. Due to the tide conditions, the tour to Baras Island only runs in the early morning and at night, so instead of landing there, I participated in a canyoning tour. They patiently waited for me, as I’m a bit afraid of heights, and in the end, I was able to jump in, which made me very satisfied. The SUP and cave tour also allowed me to fully experience the great outdoors, so I highly recommend it.

1日予定がなかったので参加させていただきました。
急な予約にもかかわらず、親切に対応していただき大変助かりました。
バラス島のツアーが潮位の関係で早朝と夜にしかバラス島が出ないということで上陸の代わりにキャニオニングのツアーを参加させていただきました。高いところが少々苦手な私を気長に待っていただき、最後には飛びこめたので大満足です。
supと鍾乳洞のツアーも大自然をカラダ全身で感じることができたので本当におススメです。

I traveled to Iriomote Island in Okinawa for my anniversary. On the second day of my stay, I participated in a full-day tour and had an experience like no other. It was my first time trying stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Although it was a bit unstable at first, by the end, I was able to manage it to some extent, which was great. At the end of the tour, we went to Barasu Island, which is a little offshore, and I was able to take some Instagram-worthy photos, so I was very satisfied! It was a tour I would recommend to many people.

記念日に沖縄の西表島で旅行をしました。
西表島に来て2日目に1日セットツアーに参加させてもらい、今までにない経験ができました。この時に初めてSUPをしました。
不安定ではあったけれど終盤ではある程度乗りこなせられるようになったので良かったです。ツアーの最後に、船でちょっと沖に出たとこにあるバラス島に行き、インスタ映えな写真が撮れたので大満足です！
いろんな人にオススメしたいツアーでした。

I participated in this highly-rated tour because I was traveling with my elderly mother and it was difficult for us to move around on our own without driving. Since it was a morning course, we were lucky to have a fantastic guide. It was also appealing that the tour included the places I really wanted to visit, like Kabira Bay.

Unfortunately, I have hearing difficulties, so I couldn't hear the guide's explanations in the bus due to the noise of the vehicle. (My mother could hear everything clearly, so this is just my ear issue.)

However, once we got off the bus and listened to the guide, the explanations were very clear and enjoyable.

The palm tree grove in Yonaha felt like a trip back to prehistoric times, which was thrilling.

At Kabira Bay, since it was Friday, there was a long line at the glass-bottom boat boarding area. I was disappointed thinking we might not be able to ride today, but the guide advocated for us and prioritized our group, allowing us to enjoy the experience. I'm glad we chose this tour!

The highlight of the trip was definitely the Tamatorizaki Observatory. The clear weather made for breathtaking views! The colors of the sea were distinctly separated into blue, indigo, and green, sparkling beautifully—it was truly an indescribable landscape.

To be able to enjoy such beautiful scenery one after another made this a wonderful tour. I highly recommend it.

Additionally, the guide sang "Asadoya Yunta," which my mother said she had heard when she was little. It was a delightful surprise to hear her humming along to the chorus, "Matahari nu tsuindara kanushamayo" and "Sa-yui yui." It's rare for my mother to sing, so this was special. It was also nice that the lyrics were included in the pamphlet (but it would be even better if we understood the meaning).

Thank you very much!

この度は、高齢の母と一緒という事と、運転出来ず自力で移動するのも大変なので、評判の良いこのツアーに参加致しました。
午前コースなので、名物ガイドさんに大当たりしました。
是非行きたかった川平湾が入っていたのも魅力でした。

残念なのは、私は難聴なので、
ガイドさんが車中で説明してくださるお話が
バスの走行音に紛れて聞き取れなかった事です。（母にはちゃんと聞こえていましたから、これは私の耳の問題です。）

でも下車してからお話をうかがうと、大変わかり易くて楽しかったです。

米原のヤシの群生もどこか原始時代にトリップしたようでどきどきしました。

川平湾は金曜日という事で、グラスボート乗り場が長蛇の列。
今日は乗れないかも知れないと、ガッカリしましたが、ガイドさんが掛け合ってくださって、優先的にツアーの皆を案内して下さり楽しむことが出来ました。
ツアーで良かった！

そしてどこよりも素晴らしかったのは
玉取崎展望台。
綺麗に晴れた事もあり、まさに息を呑むような絶景！
海の色が青に、藍色に、緑にとくっきり分かれて煌めいていて、本当に筆舌に尽くしがたい風景でした、

こんなに美しい風景を次々と楽しめるなんて、素晴らしいツアーです。お勧めします。

それから、ガイドさんの歌の中の
「安里屋ユンタ」、母が小さい頃に聞いたことがあるそうで、サビの部分
「マタハーリヌツィンダラ カヌシャマヨ」「サーユイユイ」
と一緒に口ずさんでいるのが嬉しい驚きでした。
だって、母がうたうなんて、滅多にないんですよ。
パンフレットに歌詞が載っているのも良かったです（でも意味が分かるともっと嬉しい）

本当にありがとうございました。

Seeing the Milky Way for the first time on Ishigaki Island brought me to tears. I expected just a stargazing tour, but I was able to see rare and precious creatures like coconut crabs, owls, and the natural monument, the box turtle. I was impressed by the guide's extensive knowledge, humor, and generous service. They not only shared insights about the night tour but also recommended great shops and secret spots in Ishigaki. I definitely want to request this tour again the next time I visit Ishigaki.

初めての石垣島で初めて見る天の川に涙がでました。
星空ツアーだけのはずが、ヤシガニや、フクロウ、天然記念物のハコガメ？といった貴重で珍しい生き物も見ることが出来ました。ガイドさんの知識の多さ、ユーモアとサービス精神たっぷりの対応には感心しました。ナイトツアーだけでなく、石垣のおすすめのお店や、マル秘スポットまで教えてくれました。また次石垣に来た時は是非お願いしたいとおもいます。

We decided to tour the Yaeyama Islands for our honeymoon, and on the day before our last, we had the pleasure of being taken care of by PiPi on Iriomote Island.
With two uniquely charming guides, we had a great time discussing not only plants and wildlife but also recent television shows!
The photos taken in the limestone cave and at Barasu Island will definitely be developed and displayed at home!
This trip to the Yaeyama Islands has truly become a wonderful memory, thanks to you!
Thank you very much! When we visit again, we will definitely ask for PiPi!

新婚旅行で八重山諸島を巡りをすることになり、最終日前日に訪れた西表島でPiPiさんにお世話になることになりました。
個性豊かなガイドさん2人と植物や生物についてはもちろん！最近のテレビ番組の話など色々と話せて本当に楽しかったです！
鍾乳洞とバラス島で撮っていただいた写真は現像して、絶対家に飾りたいと思います！！
本当にこの八重山諸島での旅行がいい思い出になるようにしていただきました！
ありがとうございました！！
また今度訪れた際はPiPiさんにお願いします！