All Reviews for Bus Tours

The content of the visits and the timing were ideal. This tour was very well organized and the comments and explanations of Yoko made it even more interesting.

It was so much fun! I'm glad I chose this tour. The service, the course, and the content were all great. Of course, you can easily visit Taketomi Island on your own, but the tour is definitely more efficient. I highly recommend it!

超楽しかった！
このツアーにしてよかったと思う。
対応もコースも内容も。
勿論、個人でも気軽に竹富島に行けるが、やはりツアーのほうが効率よく回ることができますね〜
オススメする！

We participated as a family of three (including a one-year-old child). I think it's easy to join since they pick you up from various hotels. The beach at Kouri Island was incredibly beautiful and left me in awe. However, there is limited free time, so we only had enough time to take some photos at the beach and look at a few souvenirs. Next time, I would like to visit Heart Rock and the tower as well.

At the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, we had plenty of time to explore at a leisurely pace, even with a child, and we were able to see the dolphin show. We also enjoyed visiting various major spots. Thank you!

家族3人（1歳の子供含む）で参加しました。いろんなホテルにお迎えに来てくれるので、参加しやすいと思います。古宇利島のビーチがとにかくキレイで感動しました。ただ自由時間が少ないのでビーチで写真を撮って、お土産を少し見るくらいしか時間がありません。次回はハートロックやタワーの方も行ってみたいです。
美ら海水族館は時間がたっぷりあるので、子連れでもゆっくり回れましたし、イルカのショーも見る事が出来ました。その他も主要スポットを色々回れて満喫出来ました。ありがとうございました！

I tried the glass-bottom boat recommended by the guide, and it was incredibly beautiful—what a surprise! Unfortunately, the weather was a bit cloudy, but the beauty of the underwater scenery was truly amazing. There was also a performance of the sanshin on the bus, making for a wonderful experience in Ishigaki Island!

ガイドさんオススメのグラスボード乗ってみたら、すんごくキレイでビックリ！
あいにくお天気は薄曇りでしたが、海中の美しさはとても素晴らしいかったです。
バスの中では三線の演奏もあり石垣島を満喫‼︎

Since it happened to be a small group day, I was able to listen closely to the guide's explanations. I was glad to learn in detail about Yakushima's geology, vegetation, and history. There was also plenty of time at each sightseeing point, which was satisfying. The food was delicious as well. It was convenient and appreciated that they provided transportation close to my accommodation.

たまたま少人数の日だったので、ガイドさんの解説をしっかり聞くことができました。屋久島の地質・植生・歴史について詳しく聞けてよかったです。
各見学ポイントでの時間も十分とられており、満足でした。ごはんもおいしかったです。
宿の近くまで送迎してもらえるのも便利でありがたかったです。

We had a nice,relax city tour with this tour agent. Tour guide was very attentive and well organized. We had buffet lunch and we liked it very much. We will highly recommending people to join this tour.

The hotel provided a shuttle service, which was very convenient! The main purpose of my visit was to ride a water buffalo from Iriomote Island to Yufu Island. The guide sang Okinawan songs on the sanshin, making it a dreamy escape from reality! On the last stop at Taketomi Island, we were also guided around the island by water buffalo, and I was very satisfied with the double water buffalo experience.

For the return boat, I could choose between the 4 PM and 5 PM departures on the spot, so after getting off the water buffalo, we decided to go to Kaiji Beach, which was also convenient and relaxed! If I could have applied for a rental bicycle right there, I might have been able to explore a bit more.

It was a very meaningful day!

ホテルへ送迎があり、とても楽チンでしたー！
訪問のメインの目的、水牛に乗って西表島から由布島まで行きました。ガイドさんは三線で沖縄の唄を歌ってくれて現実を離れうっとり‼️最後の竹富島でも水牛で島内を案内してくれてダブル水牛に大満足でした。
帰りの船は4時と5時の便を、その場で決められるので水牛下りてからカイジ浜まで行くことになったのでここも焦らず便利でした！レンタサイクルもその場で申し込めたらもう少し足を伸ばせたかな。
とっても有意義な1日でした！

I arrived at Seifa Utaki early in the morning before the entrance time, so it was great to be able to see it slowly without other tour guests around.

The guide's explanations were clear and kind. I bought the recommended Tannafakuru in Naha City! It was simple and delicious.

せーふぁーうたきには朝一番で入場時間前には到着していたので、
他のツアー客がいなくゆっくり見ることができて良かったです。

ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすく親切でした。
ガイドさんのおすすめのタンナファクルーを那覇市内で購入しました！
素朴で美味しかったです。

It was my first time in Shodoshima, and I was able to efficiently visit various places, which was great. The guide was also a nice person, and it was a fun time.

初めての小豆島でしたが、効率よくいろんなところを見て回れて、とても良かったです。
ガイドさんもいい方で、楽しい時間でした。

I found that the round-trip ferry fare and the water buffalo cart tour to Taketomi Island can be quite expensive. However, this plan included those costs, allowing us to enjoy it at a reasonable price. We took the 1 PM ferry, and although we couldn't choose a morning option, Taketomi Island is relatively small, so a half-day tour was sufficient.

竹富島へは、往復の乗船料金や水牛車観光などを調べていると結構高くつくことが分かりました。
しかしながら、こちらのプランではそれらが含まれ、安価に楽しめました。
乗船は午後１時のプランで、午前は選択できなかったものの、竹富島は比較的狭い島で、半日観光で十分でした。

I used the service on the afternoon of my arrival day. I took a flight that arrived at Ishigaki Airport at 12:30, and after quickly moving to the city and dropping off my luggage at the hotel, there wasn't much time before the meeting time, but I was glad I made it in time. This was my second time on Ishigaki Island, but my first visit was decades ago, and I remember using the regular sightseeing bus then as well. I recall visiting the Tomb of the Chinese and Kabira Bay, but the Tomb of the Chinese was under restoration during my first visit, so it was quite beautiful this time. It was also my first time riding a glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay. On the glass-bottom boat, I saw beautiful seas, coral reefs, colorful fish, and even sea turtles. Additionally, the shop we stopped by for tea time had a nice atmosphere, and I don't remember exploring the primeval forest before, so that was a new experience for me. I had a great time.

到着日の午後に利用しました。12時半に石垣空港に着く飛行機ですぐに市内に移動し、ホテルに荷物を預けたら集合時間まであまり時間がありませんでしたが、間に合ってよかったです。石垣島は2回目なのですが、1回目は何十年も前でその時も定期観光バスを利用したので、唐人墓と川平湾に行ったのは覚えていますが、唐人墓は前来た時は修復前だったので今回かなりきれいになっていたし、川平湾でグラスボートに乗ったのは初めてです。グラスボートでは、きれいな海にサンゴ礁、色とりどりの魚にウミガメも見れました。あと、ティータイムに立ち寄ったお店も雰囲気があったし、原生林?の散策も前はした覚えがないので、初体験でした。とても楽しかったです。

Although I was a bit anxious about the bus meeting point, it was easy to find. However, since many tour buses were arriving, I felt nervous until my bus showed up.

During the journey to our destination, the guide provided information about Okinawa and the destination, which enhanced my enjoyment.

We had to choose between the Valley of Gangala and Okinawa World, but since they are located in the same area, it would have been even better if we could visit both.

The Valley of Gangala has quite a high entrance fee, so compared to the cost and time of going individually, I think the tour bus is a great deal.

バス待ち合わせ場所に不安があったもののすぐわかる場所でした。
ただ、何台もツアーバスがやってくるので、自分のバスが到着するまでドキドキしました。

目的地に向かうまでの間、ガイドさんが沖縄について、目的地について、ガイドをしてくれたので、楽しみがより深められました。

ガンガラーの谷か、おきなわワールドか、どちらか選ぶのですが、場所が同じところにあるので両方行ければ、なおよかったです。

ガンガラーの谷は入場するのに結構費用もかかるので、個人で行く費用と時間に比べるとツアーバスはかなりお得だと思います。

The sightseeing tour in a clean, large bus was comfortable despite the low price, and the weather was clear. There were only a few participants, and both the driver and the guide were friendly, making the experience truly enjoyable. I am very satisfied. Thank you!

快晴の中、低料金にもかかわらずきれいな大型バスでの観光は、快適でした。参加人数も少なく、ドライバーさんもガイドさんもフレンドリーで、本当に気持ちよく観光できました。大満足です。ありがとうございました。

It was a great tour that allowed us to see a good amount of Kyoto in just one day. My spouse and I, along with my parents, participated as a group of four, and I think this tour would be very convenient for those who find it troublesome to arrange transportation like trains and buses on their own. The flow of the tour was smooth, and we were able to stick to the schedule without any delays, which was wonderful! I would love to join this tour again if the opportunity arises.

１日である程度の京都観光が出来てとてもいいツアーでした。
夫婦二人、両親二人の四人で参加しましたが自分で電車やバスなど移動手段の手配が面倒な方はきっとこのツアーがとても楽だと思います。
ツアーの流れもスムーズで遅れる事なく時間通りに行けてとても良かったです！
また機会があれば参加したいツアーです

I was satisfied because it was cheap with the ferry and water buffalo! I was able to take pictures with the cows, and the guide sang a song, which was soothing! I really felt like I was in Ishigaki!

フェリーと水牛付きで安かったので満足です！牛と写真撮れたり、案内のお兄さんが歌を歌ってくれて癒されました！石垣に来たって感じがしました！

I thought there would be a larger number of people in one vehicle than I expected, but it was enjoyable and friendly, which was great. The staff were all very approachable and nice as well.

思っていたよりも一台に大人数かなと思いましたが、和気あいあいと楽しくて良かったです。
スタッフの方も皆さん気さくで良かったです。

Had a great time with Tour Guide Levin and Angela! English was very good with lots of good insight on all the stops along the way. Plenty of time to take photos and explore each stop with some breathtaking views! Would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to experience Mt. Fuji close up.

It might be the season, but there were only half the number of people on the bus, so one person could use two seats, and the free time was set just right, which made me very satisfied.

時期が時期かもしれないけど、バスの半分しか人数いなくて、1人ふたつ席使えたり、自由時間の設定時間がちょうどよくて、大満足でした。

Informative introduction to Tokyo and value for money.

We usually work as guides, so we thought it would be nice to be on the receiving end of a tour for a change! We participated in the tour with that mindset. Both the tour guide and the driver were friendly, which made for a really enjoyable time.

Aside from the two of us, everyone else was a traveler from abroad, and at first, we felt a bit out of place. However, the guidance in both English and Japanese was very educational. Traveling by bus was convenient, and we were able to try the food we were curious about and enjoy some drinks, which left us very satisfied!

私達は、普段案内する側の仕事なのでせっかく旅行するなら案内される側もいいのでは？っという思いでツアーに参加させて頂きました！
添乗員さんも運転手さんも気さくな方だったのですごく楽しい時間を過ごせました。
私達2人以外は外国からの旅行者さんで最初はとまどいましたが、英語での案内、日本語での案内として頂いて大変勉強になりました。
バスでの旅は移動が楽で、気になっていた食べ物も食べれてアルコールも飲めて大満足でした！

I wanted to explore freely on my own, and I recommend this for those who feel the same! I used a bicycle, and there weren't many steep hills, which made it essential for getting around. In the summer, it gets hot and you sweat, so staying hydrated is crucial.

一人で自由に周りたいと思って利用しましたが、そういった方にはおすすめです！自転車を利用しましたが急な坂も少なく回るには欠かせなかったです。夏は暑く汗をかくので水分はかかせませんね。

I think the sightseeing time is too short. Especially at Lake Toya, the time allotted is not enough for women to enjoy the hot springs. I would like to see either some activities cut or the time extended.
Regarding the meals at Lake Toya, I had asked in advance, but the carrots were not pre-boiled and the tempura was cold.
With so many people giving feedback about the meals, isn't there any consideration to change the dining location?

観光時間が短すぎかなと思います。とくに洞爺湖での温泉は、この時間じゃ女性にはまず無理ですね。どこか削るか時間を伸ばすかしてほしいです。
洞爺湖は食事について他の方のコメントがあったので、こちらで事前に質問したにも関わらず人参が下ゆでされていないし、天ぷらも冷たかった。
こんなに、色々な方から食事について意見があって、食事の場所を変えるとかの検討はされないんでしょうか？

The weather was bad, so the points where you could see the beautiful scenery lacked impact. It's better not to have high expectations for lunch. It's a shame that there is only a round tour available in the morning. The guide's stories and songs were very good.

天気が悪かったので、せっかくの絶景が見られるポイントも感動がなく。
ランチは期待しない方が良いです。
午前発は一周ツアーしかないのが残念。
ガイドさんのお話や歌はとても良かったです。

I was able to efficiently visit three islands! I had no particular complaints and was able to enjoy myself! Since I could return to Ishigaki Island before 6 PM, I was able to relax and enjoy dinner and sightseeing in the evening. I think about five hours is enough for sightseeing in the downtown area of Ishigaki Island, including meals, so for those staying for two nights and three days, I believe it's worth spending a day visiting the outer islands!

３つの島を効率よくまわれました！
特に不満もなく、楽しむことができました！
6時前には石垣島に戻れるので、夜もゆっくりご飯や観光ができました。
石垣島の繁華街観光はご飯も含めて5時間ほどあればいいと思うので、2泊3日で行かれる方は1日使ってでも離島に行くのが楽しめると思います！

This was my first bus tour, and I was filled with anxiety about whether my reservation was really confirmed, if traveling alone would be awkward, and what if the bus was cramped... However, thanks to the very pleasant hospitality from the guide, driver, and interpreter, it turned out to be the best trip.

Thanks to them, I was able to fully enjoy the wonderful history, cuisine, and scenery of Kanazawa and Shirakawa-go.

I plan to use their services again.

Thank you very much, Takeda.

初めてのバスツアー、予約は本当にとれているのか、一人旅は敬遠されるのではないか、狭いバスだったら…等々、不安だらけで参加させていただきました。
が、ガイドさん、ドライバーさん、通訳さんのとても心地好いもてなしで最良の旅となりました。
おかげさまで、金沢、白川郷と素晴らしい歴史、料理、景観を満喫させていただきました。
またお世話になろうと思います。

ありがとうございました、竹田さま。

I participated in a tour on November 1, 2019. Here’s some information I found out by actually going there.

• Footbath at Lake Toya
After lunch at Manseikaku, I found a footbath while strolling around the area. It’s about a 2-minute walk if you enter the road on the mountain side. The footbath is located under the red roof in the photo, and there was also a towel vending machine.

• Lake Toya Milk Pudding at the Silo Observation Deck
This is a souvenir sold exclusively at Lake Toya. There are also other items available that are exclusive to the observation deck. Since it was crowded and the stay was short, I recommend buying your desired souvenirs first and then enjoying the view.

• Comfortable even on a long tour
Perhaps because I participated on a weekday, there was plenty of space, and even though I was alone, the seat next to me was empty, so I could relax without worrying. There were power outlets, so I didn’t have to worry about charging, and the headphone guide made the tour feel shorter.

• Affected by the weather
While Lake Shikotsu was sunny, the boat was canceled due to high waves. There was light rain at Mount Usu, but the ropeway was fine. There was no snow and no traffic jams, so the bus was on time.

As mentioned in other experiences, it was a bit disappointing that lunch was slightly cold.

2019/11/1(金)のツアーに参加しました。実際に行ってみてわかった情報を紹介します。

• 洞爺湖の足湯
万世閣での昼食の後、周辺を散策したところ足湯を見つけました。一本山側の道に入った場所で2分くらいで行けます。写真の赤い屋根の下に足湯があり、タオルの自販機もありました。

•サイロ展望台の洞爺湖ミルクプリン
洞爺湖限定で販売しているお土産です。他にも展望台限定のものが置いてあります。混雑していたうえに滞在時間が短かったので、目当てのお土産は先に買って景色を楽しんでください。

•長いツアーでも快適
平日に参加したためか席に余裕があり、1人参加でしたが隣が空いていたので気を遣わず過ごせました。コンセントがあるので充電の心配もなく、ヘッドホンのガイドもあるのでそれほど長く感じませんでした。

•天候に左右される
支笏湖は晴れていましたが、船は波が高く欠航でした。有珠山は小雨、ロープウェイは大丈夫でした。雪が全くなく渋滞もなかったのでバスも遅れなしでした。

他の体験談にもいくつか書かれていますが、昼食が少し冷めていたのが残念でした。

Cycling around Taketomi Island for about 2 hours!
The flat roads made it easy to ride!
The sea was beautiful, creating the best memories!

約2時間竹富島をサイクリング！
平坦な道が多いので乗りやすかった！
海が綺麗で最高の思い出となった！

The sea, mountains, and snow were beautiful. The hot springs were nice, and the view from there was also lovely. I would like to use it again. ^^*

水海も山も雪も綺麗でした　温泉も良かったし　そこから見えた景色も綺麗でした　また利用したいです　^^*

I thought 10 hours might be long, but there were so many places to visit that the time flew by. Since the Ice Festival was being held at Lake Shikotsu, I wished I had a bit more time to enjoy the sights, considering the time spent navigating the unfamiliar snowy roads. At Lake Toya, we had a regular lunch and took photos outside, but unfortunately, we didn't have time to enjoy the hot springs. Overall, I was more than satisfied and had a great time. Both the driver and the guide were very pleasant, making for a wonderful trip. Among the participants, my mother was the oldest at 74 years old, but even older guests can enjoy it without getting tired.

10時間長いかなぁと思っていましたが、周るところが多いので、あっという間に過ぎました。
支笏湖では氷濤まつりが開催されていたので、慣れない雪道を往復する時間を考えたらもう少しゆっくり見る時間が欲しかったです。洞爺湖でも普通に昼食取って外に出て写真撮っていたら、残念ながら温泉に入る時間までは取れません。でも、全体的には十二分に楽しめて満足出来ました。運転手さんもガイドさんもとても感じがよくていい旅になりました。今回参加した中では母が74歳で最高齢だったようですが、年配の方でも疲れず十二分に楽しめますよ。

The bus terminal was conveniently located right in front of the remote island terminal, making it easy to find, and since we returned to the same place, it was very convenient for shopping and dining afterwards. During the tour, the guide shared behind-the-scenes stories about famous people from Ishigaki Island, sang using a sanshin, and provided detailed information about the island's nature, which kept us engaged throughout. We visited several spots, but the beauty of Kabira Bay was truly breathtaking. On the glass-bottom boat, we were lucky enough to see many marine creatures like sea turtles, rays, and clownfish, which was a lot of fun!

離島ターミナル目の前のバスターミナル集合だったので分かりやすく、帰りも同じ場所で解散のため、その後の買い物＆食事をするのに非常に便利でした。
ツアー中はガイドさんが石垣島出身の著名人の裏話を話してくれたり、三線を使って歌を聴かせてくれたり、島の自然について詳しく話してくださるなど、飽きることなく過ごせました。
いくつかスポットを回りましたが、川平湾の美しさは群を抜いて感動しました。
グラスボートでも、運良く海亀やエイ、ニモなど沢山の海の生物を見ることができ、とても楽しかったです！