All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

The hotel shuttle service was very convenient. I had a lot of fun throughout the day ( ᵔᵒᵔ )♡ I wished I had a bit more time at Pineapple Park. The next Hanasaki Marche had a longer stay than Pineapple Park, so it might be good to adjust the time here. I really enjoyed Churaumi. Pineapple sorbet was served in the car, along with a souvenir of one piece of Chinsuko. I highly recommend it.

ホテル送迎付き
とても楽ちんでした。
1日、たくさん楽しめました( ᵔᵒᵔ )♡
パイナップルパークはもう少し
滞在時間欲しかったです。
次のハナサキマルシェはパイナップルパークより長い滞在時間だったので、ここの時間を調整してもらえたかいいかもしれません。
美ら海はほんとに楽しめました。
パイナップルのシャーベットが車内ででて
ちんすこう１個のお土産つき。
とてもおすすめです。

Dislike the multi dips , guide changing in mid day, and bus changing to max out the margins for the agency, sacrificing the comfort level and experience of the users. Morning guide was really poor as she waited for the return passengers from the shrine at the bus parking area instead of providing some sort of assistance in between the shrine and the bus lot

I chose this bus tour as it allows me to efficiently travel with my elderly mother. The bus also had a singing tour guide, which made our time enjoyable.

高齢の母と効率よく回れるバスツアーとして選びました。バスには歌うバスガイドさんも同行しており、楽しく過ごすことができました。

I went to the moss-covered forest, and from start to finish, it was a continuous series of beautiful scenery. It was the first time I thought moss and water could be so beautiful. The guide's pace was just right, and I enjoyed listening to the explanations. Thank you very much.

苔むす森まで行きましたが、その森に行くまでも、最初から最後までステキな景色の連続でした。苔と水があんなにキレイと思ったのは初めてです。ガイドさんのペースもちょうどよく、解説も楽しく聞けました。ありがとうございました。

I participated on May 14th. It rained from the early morning, with the weather alternating between clearing up and drizzling.

This was my first time hiking, and I was only worried about whether I could walk for 10 hours, but once we started, I never thought about wanting to quit! I was able to enjoy the climb!

The trolley path was 8 kilometers long, and it felt like we were just walking endlessly. It was really long. The guide shared various stories and pointed out animal tracks and a nest of newborn baby birds, which made the journey enjoyable. Once we finished the trolley path, the real climbing began, and I thought reaching the Wilson stump was the hardest part. After that, the footing was relatively stable, so it wasn't too difficult.

The Wilson stump is famous for its heart shape, but honestly, I don't think I would have been able to take a nice photo of the heart without the guide. Many people entered the stump and quickly left, and I don't think they got a good shot of the heart. I couldn't tell what made the "Three Generations Cedar" special when I saw it myself, but the guide explained each one, which was very helpful. Along the way, there were trees that looked like dragons and recommendations from the guide.

The attractions on the tourist map were spaced far apart, so just climbing would have been tough. I noticed several troubles like shoe soles coming off and people injuring their feet, but those with a guide were able to get treatment and continue climbing. Some individuals who came on their own found the mountain too tough and decided to turn back.

Although it was my first time hiking, the guide adjusted the pace, provided breaks at good times, and offered miso soup and snacks for salt replenishment, which made the experience very enjoyable! If you're not an experienced hiker, having a guide is definitely recommended!

５月１４日に参加しました。
朝一から雨でず時おり病んだり少し降ったりを繰り返しす天気でした。

登山は初めてで10時間も歩けるか不安しかなかったのですが、いざ始まってみるとやめたい！とか思うことは一切なく楽しんで登ることができましたっ！

トロッコ道は8キロもあり、ただただ永遠にひたすらに歩きます。本当に長いです。ガイドさんが色んな話をしてくれたり、動物の跡や生まれたての鳥の赤ちゃんの巣を教えてくれたりしたので楽しみながら進むことができました。
トロッコ道が終わると山登りが始まりますがウィルソン株にたどり着くまでが一番大変だと思いました。そこからは割と足場が作られているのでそこまでしんどくなかったです。

ウィルソン株はハートが有名ですが正直ガイドさんが居なかったら綺麗なハートの写真は取れなかったと思います。割と切り株に入ってすぐ出て行く人も多くいました。その人たちは♡に撮れてないと思います。三代杉なども自分で見たら何が三代なのか分かりませんでしたが、ガイドさんが一つ一つ話してくれるのでとても助かりました。
道の半ばにもドラゴンに見える木やガイドさんのオススメの木を教えてくれました。
観光マップに載っているものは間隔が長いので単に登るだけだと辛かったと思います。

靴底が取れる、足を痛めるなどトラブルがあるのを随所に目にしましたがガイドさんが付いている方は処置をしてもらって登ることができていました。
個人できている方は山がきついので諦めて帰る方もいました。
私も山登りは初めてでしたが、ペースを調節してくれたり、いいタイミングで休憩を入れてくれたり
塩分補給にお味噌汁やおやつをくれたり、とっっっても良くしてもらったので始終楽しく登ることができました！
登ったことがある、ベテランの方で無ければ絶対ガイドさんが居た方がいいですっ！

It was very crowded due to Golden Week, but I thought I wouldn't be able to navigate as efficiently without the tour, so I decided to participate. When we entered the parking lot at Fushimi Inari, we were a bit behind schedule, but as expected from the professionals, they adjusted things so that we hardly lost any sightseeing time.

We also included a meal, and it was definitely the right choice! We were able to enjoy our meal in a relaxed manner, separate from the huge crowds outside.

There were so many highlights, and by the end of the day, my feet were sore. Thank you for taking our family photos and for your thoughtful considerations.

I had a great time. Thank you!

GWのため大変な混雑でしたが、ツアーでなければここまで効率良く回れないと思い参加させて頂きました。
伏見稲荷の駐車場に入る時、少し時間は押しぎみでしたが、さすがプロ❗修正してほとんど観光時間を短縮することはなかったと思います。
食事も付けていたのですが、頼んでいて大正解！外の大混雑とは別にゆったりと食べられる事が出来ました。
沢山の見所満載で、１日の終わりには足はパンパンでした。
家族写真を取っていただいたり、ご配慮ありがとうございました。

楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。

I participated in a course that started at 9 AM on May 15. It was raining from the morning, and the water level was a bit high. I had heard that there was quite a difference in elevation, but the path was better maintained and easier to walk than the Jomon Sugi trail. On the way to the Mononoke Forest, the greenery and the sound of flowing water were beautiful, allowing me to fully enjoy nature!

As the rain got heavier and the river swelled, some people turned back instead of going to the mossy forest. However, with the guide present, I felt secure and was able to reach the mossy forest. The mossy forest was truly vibrant green, and I was glad I crossed the river to get there! That day, there were heavy rains across the country, including the first in 50 years in Tanegashima, so unfortunately, we couldn't make it to Taiko Rock. It was good that the guide made that decision.

On the way back, the water level was even higher, so we took a detour that we usually wouldn't take. Since the detour wasn't a single path, I think I definitely wouldn't have been able to return without the guide. Also, because it’s not a path that people usually walk on, there was a lot of moss, and the greenery was much more vibrant than the path we had taken before, making me feel like I was in nature. I felt a bit lucky! (laughs)

A folding umbrella was very useful throughout the entire course. For those who exercise regularly or are used to hiking, there were many parts where you could walk smoothly with the umbrella without using your hands. However, for those who do not exercise or are elderly, it was difficult to climb while holding an umbrella, and there were moments when the guide had to carry some of our belongings. Since I exercise regularly, I found it much easier and enjoyed it more than the Jomon Sugi trail, but I think those who are not used to exercising should be prepared for some tough spots.

When climbing or during rain, I think it’s better to have gloves since you have to cross rivers.

The guides in Yakushima were all very friendly, and I felt like I was meeting a countryside grandfather. (My guide mentioned he was the oldest guide in Yakushima.) Before making the reservation, I was debating whether to just go to Jomon Sugi, but I’m really glad I went! I hope everyone gets to see it in person, so please prepare well in advance and get in shape to enjoy it!

５月１５日に９時からのコースに参加しました。
朝から雨が降っていて少し増水していました。
標高差がかなりあると聞いていましたが、縄文杉よりも道が整備されていて歩きやすかったです。
もののけの森に着くまでにも緑や流れる水の音がとても綺麗で自然を満喫できました！
だんだん雨がきつくなり、川が増水、苔むす森に行かず引き返す人もいましたが、
ガイドさんが居たので安心して苔むす森にまでたどり着けました。
苔むす森はほんとうに緑が鮮やかで川を超えてでも行って良かった！と思いました。
その日は前日種子島で５０年ぶりの大雨となるなど全国で天気が荒れた日でしたので、
残念ながら太鼓岩までは行くことができませんでした。
そう行った判断もガイドさんがしてくれたので良かったです。
帰りはもっと増水していたので普段通らない迂回路を通りました。
迂回路は一本道では無いのでガイドさん無しでは絶対戻ってこれなかったと思います。
また、普段人が通らないので苔が沢山生えていて、それまで通っていた道より格段と緑が青くて自然の中にいる気持ちになりました。
少し得した気持ちになりました！笑

全工程で折りたたみ傘がとっても役に立ちます。
ある程度運動している人や、登山している人なら手を使わず傘のまますいすいと歩ける箇所がほとんどです。
ただ、運動していない方、ご年配の方は傘をさして登るのは出来ず、ガイドさんに荷物を持ってもらう場面もありました。自分は普段から運動しているので縄文杉よりも全然楽で楽しめたのですが、運動をされていない方はそれなりにきつい場面もあると思った方がいいと思います。
登ったり、雨が降った時には川を渡るので手袋もあった方がいいと思います。

屋久島のガイドさんたちは皆さんとても人柄がよくて田舎のおじいちゃんに会ったような気持ちになりました。(私の今回のガイドさんは屋久島ガイドで最年長だと言っていました)
予約前は縄文杉だけにしようか悩んだのですが行って本当に良かったです！！是非生で見てほしいので、事前準備をしっかりして自分も鍛えてから楽しめる準備をして行ってほしいです！

Since I was traveling with children, I inquired about the lunch menu in advance. The prompt and courteous response increased my excitement for the trip. Thank you very much.

This was my first trip to Nara, and I wanted to see as many World Heritage sites as possible in the limited time I had, so I decided to participate. I don't think I could have visited as efficiently without joining the tour.

The explanations of the sightseeing spots on the bus were very informative and helpful. Thank you again.

子連れ参加だった為、昼食のメニューの問い合わせを事前にしていました。
迅速かつ丁寧な文面に旅行の楽しみが増しました。ありがとうございました。
奈良の旅行は初めてだったので、世界遺産を限られた時間で多く見たいと思い参加させて頂きました。ツアーに参加していなければここまで効率よく回れなかったと思います。
バスの車内での観光場所の説明など、とても勉強になり良かったです。ありがとうございました。

The bus driver, tour guide, and interpreter were all very pleasant, making for an enjoyable trip. The free time for exploration was just right, and the hand-made rice cracker experience was fun as well. If there's another opportunity, I would love to do it again.

バスの運転手さん、添乗員さん、通訳の方、全ての方、感じがよく楽しい旅になりました。
自由散策の時間も程よく、手焼き煎餅体験も楽しかったです^_^
機会がありましたら、また、よろしくお願いします。

I participated with my 80-year-old mother.
On Taketomi Island, we chose a bus tour and a water buffalo cart, but my biggest concern was the restroom situation.

Since it was a group tour, I was worried about whether my mother could keep up with everyone, if there would be time for restroom breaks, and if there were restrooms available at various locations.
However, the staff kindly reminded us at key points to use the restroom while we had the chance, which allowed us to enjoy the tour with peace of mind.

As far as I can remember, the restrooms were available at the following locations:
on the boat heading from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island,
at the port of Iriomote Island,
on the boat during the mangrove cruise,
at two locations within the Yubu Island botanical garden,
at the first stop of the Taketomi Island bus tour,
and at the waiting area for the water buffalo cart.

I think it should be manageable for those participating with elderly individuals, as long as restroom breaks are not needed too frequently.

One slight disappointment was the lunch.
It felt very much like a typical group meal.
Other than that, I was satisfied!

80歳の母を連れての参加でした。
竹富島ではバス観光と水牛車をチョイスしましたが、
一番心配だったのがトイレ。

団体のツアーだし、母が皆さんについていけるか、
トイレの時間はあるのか、
そもそもトイレがあちこちにあるのか、
ずっと気になってました。
でも要所要所でトイレに行く方は今のうちに！と、
スタッフの方が声をかけてくださったので、
安心してツアーを回れました。

トイレがあった場所を覚えてる範囲でかくと、
石垣島から西表島へ向かう船の中、
西表島の港、
マングローブクルーズの船の中、
由布島の植物園内に2か所くらい、
竹富島バス観光の最初に立ち寄ったところ、
水牛車の待合場所…、
といったところでしょうか。

もし高齢の方を連れて参加する方でも、
よほどの頻度でない限りは大丈夫だと思います。

ちょっと残念だったのがお昼ごはん。
いかにも団体さんの…、って感じのご飯でした。
後は満足です！

The 10-hour hike was quite tough, but I encouraged each other with the people I was climbing with, and when I finally saw the Jomon Sugi, a sense of accomplishment and exhilaration welled up from deep within me. I'm really glad I signed up for this tour and got to see the Jomon Sugi.

１０時間登山はなかなかしんどかったのですが、一緒に上っている方々と共に励まし合いながら登り切り、念願の縄文杉を見れたときは達成感と高揚感が芯から湧き上がってきました。本当にこのツアーに申し込んで縄文杉を見れて良かったです。

I was glad to be able to use the round-trip transportation, including the water buffalo cart and the island bus tour, at this price. If I have another opportunity, I would like to incorporate a different plan and make a reservation.

水牛車と島内バスツアーが往復の交通費含め
この価格で利用出来て良かったです。
また機会があったら違うプランも組み込んで
予約したいと思います。

It was the best experience abroad so far to me. From beginning to the end everything was excellent and went as it was said with their promised schedule. Our tour guide was great she informed us not only by sound system but also she used charts and written notes on the large papers sheets to help her messages memorized while she was using quality communicating techniques to help her group stay together and informed well. Bus was very clean and driver did great job along with all route course.

Thank you so much for everything ❤️

I was able to learn about the many struggles and the lives and thoughts of the people who worked for Japan. It was very sad and heartbreaking... such was Gunkanjima. I'm glad I was able to land there before this island disappears.

沢山の苦労と日本の為に働いていた人達の生活、想いを知る事が出来ました。とても悲しい切ない…そんな軍艦島でした。この島がなくなってしまう前に上陸出来てよかったです。

Very nice tour. Our tourguide gave us a lot of information as well as being a great singer! Had a great day.

The tour guide, May, was wonderful! She kept tabs on everyone very well, always making to have everyone when time to head to a new destination. She was very informative on the bus, telling everyone about how Mt. Fuji was formed and why things are certain ways. She even sang us traditional Japanese song for Mt. Fuji in both English and Japanese.

The experience was great. Definitely add the lunch option! So many choices and you definitely get your money's worth!

The tour bus does have wifi, but it was not super strong. My children were able to play apps, but not watch videos from it. There is no bathroom on the bus, so plan to use it before you get on at each stop (important with younger children).

The weather forecast mentioned a possibility of rain, but we were able to complete the hike without a single drop falling. On the way back down the mountain, I started to feel pain in the back of my right knee, which was tough, but thanks to the support of our guide, I was able to descend safely, and I am truly grateful for that.

I was lucky to see the Japanese macaque and the sika deer, even though they were at a distance. I think I was at my physical limit, and I believe it would be difficult as I get older, so I'm glad I went.

天気予報では雨の可能性もあると言われていたのですが 一滴も降られることなく 完歩出来ました。 帰りの山下り中 右ひざの裏あたりが痛みだし 大変でしたが ガイドさんのサポートもあり無事下山でき 本当に感謝しています。
ヤクザル、ヤクシカも 離れた場所でしたが見れましたのでラッキーでした。
体力的にはいっぱいいっぱいだったと思いますが さらに年齢が上がると 無理だろうと思いますので 行って良かったです。

We were extremely impressed by this tour. It was well-organized and everyone had enough time to experience the itinerary without rushing.

The finer details:

First (and most important): Mount Fuji
- During a clear day, you have many opportunities to see it.
- 5th Station, the Lake Kawaguchi cruise and ropeway all have fantastic views.
- You can buy souvenirs at each stop!

Food
- Lunch was at an amazing restaurant in Fuji-Q Highland. An appetizer, entree, dessert, and coffee/tea are all included.
- You can also explore the surrounding area if you finish eating early!
- You get to have soft serve ice cream at the end of the tour with your pick of interesting flavors.

Efficiency and Comfort
- The bus was very comfortable and there are bathroom breaks during the ride.
- The tour guides (shoutout to Nao-san and David!) were very friendly and knowledgeable. They were fluent in both English and Japanese.
- Despite some traffic, we were pretty much on time for every stop and got back to Shinjuku before 7pm.

I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience Mount Fuji from different viewpoints and have some great food and fun along the way.

Thank you for your understanding despite the inconvenience caused by changing the ferry schedule and the mix-up with the meeting terminal. I appreciate how the staff took care of the children who were rushing and helped us make the most of our time.

Thanks to your support, we were able to relax on the ferry and enjoy our time after landing on Taketomi Island.

Due to the nature of the water buffalo, the ride was leisurely, allowing us to take our time and enjoy the scenery. The shamisen and singing were pleasant, creating wonderful memories at the end of our trip.

Even though it's an island, it's surprisingly spacious, so I would like to visit the beaches we couldn't go to this time on our next trip.

　フェリーの時間を変更していただいたり、集合するターミナルを間違えたりして、ご迷惑をおかけしたにも関わらず、ダッシュした子どもたちのことを気遣って下さったり、時間を有効利用できるように、スタッフの皆さんでフォローしてくださり、ありがとうございました。

　おかげで、フェリーの中で落ち着くことができ、竹富島に上陸してからも楽しむことができました。

　水牛さんの性格もあり、のった車は、のんびり、まったりで、じっくり見ることが出来ました。三味線と歌も心地よく、旅の最後に、いい思い出になりました。

　島といえども、案外、広いので、次回は、今回いけなかったビーチの方にも行ってみたいです。

　

French language

The voice in French was recorded with an automatic and robotic voice like Google translate. It was totally unnatural.

Also, the story suddenly stopped when the bus was crossing a new building in order to explain the new building.

Please take care of non English languages guys!

Visiting Mt. Fuji was a fantastic experience. The entire trip was very well organized and our tour guide was very charming, informative and polite. The remaining three stops were also lovely. We highly recommend this tour.

I participated on May 11th with my grandparents, who are 78 and 75 years old. The plan was well-structured and easy on the legs, and I was very satisfied. Thank you.

The lunch bento you prepared was also very delicious.

One point for improvement would be that I wished the "convenience bucket" for the water buffalo cart on Taketomi Island had a lid. During the tour, the water buffalo relieved itself, and the smell from the bucket was overwhelming, making it difficult to enjoy the sightseeing.

I appreciate your consideration for improvement.

5月11日に参加しました。78歳、75歳の祖父母と参加したのですが、プラン内容も充実しており、足腰に負担もかからない内容で、たいへん満足出来ました。ありがとうございます。

ご用意頂いたお昼のお弁当も、とても美味しかったです。

1点、改善の要望としては、竹富島での水牛車据付けの「便用バケツ」は、フタをして欲しかったです。
ツアー中に水牛さんが、用を足したのですが、
それを入れたバケツからの匂いが強烈で、楽しく観光する事が出来ませんでした。

改善のご検討宜しくお願い致します。

Very organised trip, we knew what times of where we had to be the whole day. We had a 50% chance of seeing Mount Fuji and we saw it clear as day it was beautiful.
Because of the temperature we got to see the last of the cherry blossom which just made our whole day!
Lunch was not to our taste but I’m sure if you enjoyed traditional Japanese food it was nice.
Our tour guide was brilliant, she was so helpful and knowledgable.
We really didn’t know what to expect from the day but it exceededed all our expectations, I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone going to japan and wanting to visit Mount Fuji.

The tour has a seating arrangement where participants sit in the order their names are called by the staff, but unfortunately, I was called last and ended up in the very back. I couldn't hear the guide's voice well, and it was not a sightseeing experience at all.

ツアーはスタッフに名前を呼ばれた順に前から座る形になりますが、運悪く1番最後に呼ばれ1番後ろの席になってしまいました。ガイドさんの声が聞こえずらく、全く観光になりませんでした。

Maybe a bit rush but covers many places. Good enough. Lunch is so so, better to buy your own at the lunch location. There are good food there. Friendly guide but as the tour stated, only speak in Japanese.

Our tour guide was fantastic, Friendly, and very informative. She gave us so much information about our surroundings, where we were going and Japan's history. I would definitely reccomend the Mt Fuji and Hakone tour to everyone it was a fantastic day out.

I have been to Osaka a few times for work, but I hadn't properly done any sightseeing, so I was able to visit various famous spots and enjoyed the guide's easy-to-understand explanations. The day I took the ride was hot with strong sunlight, but there was mist, so it felt nice when the wind blew.

大阪には仕事で何回か来たことがありましたが、ちゃんと観光はしてかったので色々と名所を回れたしガイドさんの説明も分かりやすく楽しめました。
乗車した日は日差しが強く暑い日でしたがミストが出ていたので風が吹くと気持ち良かったです。

It's not that a tour guide is waiting at Ishigaki Port; instead, you check in at the tour desk and receive tickets for each facility. This is not a typical guided tour, so everyone boards the boat and bus individually. There are always staff members waiting in easily recognizable spots at each facility, so that's not a problem. Cycling on Taketomi Island requires some technique as the bike gets stuck in the sand, but overall, it was great to be able to get around efficiently!

I'll upload a photo of the lunch bento! It was quite tasty, but the portion was a bit small.

石垣港からツアーの方が待っているというのではなく自分でツアーデスクで受付をして各施設のチケットをもらうシステムです。一般的な添乗員？同行のツアーではないので各自で船に乗り込み、各自でバスに乗ります。いつも各施設で分かりやすい場所にお迎えの方がいるのでそこは問題ありません^_^竹富島のサイクリングは砂に自転車がとられてテクニックがいりますね笑全体通しては効率よく周れるのは良かったです！
写真にお昼のお弁当をアップします！なかなか美味しかったですが量は少なめかな。

Excellent tour. Youshi - san was a great tour leader, informative and amusing and spoke excellent English. We were very fortunate to have a clear day to see Mount Fuji and the views were brilliant all day. The lunch was also very good. We enjoyed the sky gondola, the black eggs and the cruise over lake Ashi. Every thing was very punctual and at no point did we feel rushed.We took the option of the bullet train back and Youshi helped us with navigating the station. In all a lovely tour which we thoroughly recommend.

You can get a fun duck whistle, but it was quite difficult to blow. However, it was enjoyable. There was also a detailed explanation about the townscape along the way, which was informative.

楽しいダック笛がもらえますがなかなか吹きにくかった。けど、楽しかったです。途中の街並みについても詳しく説明がありためになります。
ただ日本語のみ。