All Reviews for Bus Tours

My foreign husband and in-laws joined me, and we were all very impressed by the nature of Shirakawa-go and the White Road. The driver and guide were very kind, making it a fun trip. Since there were only five participants, it felt like a luxurious, almost private experience. As the driver mentioned, the White Road is a hidden gem, and even during the autumn foliage season, it wasn't crowded. We hardly encountered any other tourists this time. I highly recommend it!

外国人の主人と義父母を連れての参加だったのですが、白川郷はもとよりホワイトロードの自然にとても感激していました。運転手さん、ガイドさんともとても親切で楽しい旅行になりました。参加者が5名だったこともあり、ゆったりしたほぼプライベートのような贅沢な旅行でした。ホワイトロードは穴場だと運転手さんが言っていた通り、紅葉の時期でも混んでいないとか。今回もほとんど観光客などにすれ違いませんでした。とてもオススメです！

The day after trekking the Yakusugi, I thought my legs would probably be out of commission, so I signed up for a sightseeing bus tour. It was a great way to experience several famous spots with just the right amount of walking, and I was very satisfied with the experience.

At various points, the tour guide shared unique information about Yakushima that was truly captivating and provided a refreshing experience. When we visited, there was a festival happening in Miyanoura, and the lively atmosphere was a nice change from the usual.

屋久杉トレッキングの翌日、恐らく足がOUTであろうと考え周遊バスツアーを申し込みました。程よいウォーキングに名所の数々を一気に体感する事が出来て非常時に満足です。
ところどころで、ツアーガイドさんが説明してくれる屋久島ならではの情報には聞き入るばかりでとても新鮮な体験、私達が行った頃には、宮之浦でお祭りが開催されており人も賑やかで普段とは違う雰囲気も味わえました。

I had a great time seeing Osaka from a different perspective efficiently. It was quite a challenge this year with the extreme heat. Once it cools down, I’ll take the northern route too!

効率的に大阪をいつもとは違う角度で見れて楽しかったです。今年の酷暑でなかなかな修行でしたが。
涼しくなったら、北ルートも乗りま〜す。

I was initially worried about what it would be like in the extreme heat without a roof, but I was drawn in by the guide's fun and lively talk, making it a very enjoyable time! Next time, I would like to participate in the half-day course.

屋根がないので、猛暑の中最初はどうなるか不安でしたが、ガイドさんの楽しくて軽快なトークに引き込まれ、とても楽しいひと時となりました！次回は半日コースに参加してみたいと思います。

The guide provided thorough explanations, making it easy to understand, but since we were viewing the famous spots from the bus, there were moments when they were briefly out of sight depending on the timing.

Also, perhaps because of the extreme heat, we were given cooling gels (frozen cooling patches), but they were painful on sunburned skin. It's best to prepare your own measures against the heat.

Overall, I was able to understand the differences between the streets and appreciate the size of Abeno Harukas, so it was a good experience.

ガイドさんがしっかりと解説してくれるので、わかりやすいですが、バスの中から名物スポットを見るので、タイミングによっては、瞬間的に見えなくなるところがあります。

また、猛暑の中だったからか、冷却ジェル(冷凍された冷えピタ）を渡されましたが、日焼けした肌にはイタイ。
暑さ対策は、ご自身で。

全体的には、筋と通りの違いも分かったし、あべのハルカスの大きさも感じ取れたので、良かったです。

The untouched nature of Iriomote Island was just as I had imagined. I was moved to see that such nature still exists in Japan. Riding the ox cart on Yufu Island and crossing the sea allowed me to feel the leisurely flow of time on a southern island.

西表島の手付かずの自然は想像していたとうりでした。日本にもこんな自然が残っていることに感動しました。由布島での牛車に乗って海を渡る趣は南の島ののんびりした時間の流れを感じる事ができました。

It was my son's and my first trip to Osaka, and thanks to our guide, we were able to enjoy sightseeing even more. Choosing to go in the summer evening was the right decision.

息子と2人旅での初大阪でしたが、ガイドのおかげでより楽しく観光できました。
真夏の は夜の会で正解でした。

I was able to explore various places in the great outdoors. However, since most of the activities were on a cruise or in a bullock cart, I felt a bit unsatisfied. I wished I could have been a bit more active, especially after coming all this way.

大自然の中、色々巡る事が出来ました。
ただクルーズや牛車での行動がほとんどのためやや消化不良。
せっかくここまで来てのなら、もう少しアクティブに行動できたらと感じました。

Guide was very helpful. Food was great. We had to cut short our tour due to a commitment and she helped us manage the public transpo in tokyo which can be nerve wracking

I understand that local industries have to rely on tourism, but the heavy push for photos and merchandise feels overwhelming. It would be nice if they could create a simpler tourism experience as well.

地場産業が観光メインで仕方ないとは理解できるが、あまりにも写真だのグッズだのゴリ押し感が重たい。スッキリ観光のみで良いパターンも作ってもらえたら良い

I have been to Okinawa several times for work, but I hadn't really done much sightseeing, so this time, since I had companions, I decided to use a sightseeing bus instead of renting a car. It was very helpful to be able to visit various places without having to research locations or drive myself. The time at each sightseeing spot was short, so I think it would have been even better with a bit more time, but I can't really ask for that (laughs).

On the bus, they even played the shamisen for us. We were able to go to the aquarium without any waiting. It seemed like there were many participants from foreign countries. I would like to use this service again if I have the opportunity.

沖縄には仕事で何度か来ていますが観光らしい観光はあまりしたことがなかったので、今回は同行者もいるということでレンタカーでまわるのでなく観光バスを利用しました。
あちこちまわれ、自分で場所を調べたり運転しなくても良かったのは大変ありがたかったです。各観光場所の時間は短いのでもう少し時間に余裕があればさらに良いとは思うけどそこまで要求はできないので(笑)
バス車内では三味線もひいてくれました。水族館も待つことなくいけた。
外国国籍の参加が多かったようです。また機会があれば利用してみたいです。

The bus tour was fun!
Having a guide made it easy to understand, with plenty of informative explanations!
I was satisfied because we could go to all the places we wanted.
The guide shared some secret information about places that made me really want to visit, so I went the next day! By the way, it's 8 Ban Ramen.
The bus was spacious and it was a comfortable tour.
Thank you!

バスツアー、楽しかったです！
ガイドつきは色々な事を説明してくれるので分かりやすく、ためになることが満載でした！
行きたいところに行けたので満足です。
ガイドさんだけの㊙情報などは、とても行きたくなるお店情報だったので、次の日に行きました！ちなみに8番ラーメンです
バスもゆったりして快適なバスツアーでした。
ありがとうございました！

The kids went on their first trip to Okinawa.
They participated in their first bus tour.
The sightseeing was fun, but I became even more fond of Okinawa after listening to the guide's stories about it.
Thank you for the wonderful memories.

子供達は初めての沖縄旅行。
初めてのバスツアーに参加しました。
観光も楽しかったんですが、ガイドさんの沖縄に関するお話を聞いて沖縄がもっと好きになりました。
良い思い出、ありがとうございました。

I love aquariums, and I finally got to visit the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. I arrived smoothly from Naha and entered the aquarium. I was amazed by the scale and the tanks, and I was truly moved by the whale sharks. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

水族館大好きで念願の美ら海水族館。那覇からスムーズに到着して入場。想像以上の規模と水槽にビックリ、ジンベイザメには本当に感動しました。素晴らしい体験をありがとうございました。

I was able to experience Iriomote, Yufu, and Taketomi in one day. Although the weather was not great, I thoroughly enjoyed the day thanks to the detailed explanations from the guides on each island.

西表・由布・竹富を1日で体験できました。
天気がいまいちだったのは残念でしたが、
各島でガイドさんから丁寧に説明していただき
1日を満喫することができました。

I wanted to visit Sefa Utaki, and I originally signed up for a different tour, but it was canceled, so I participated as a backup. I had to choose between Shinbaru Beach and Okinawa World, but I could change my mind until we arrived at Shinbaru Beach. During the ride to the Peace Memorial Park, the guide shared the tragic circumstances of the war, and I almost teared up. I think it's worth a listen. However, the bus felt like an old tourist bus, and the seats were cramped...

斎場御嶽に行ってみたくて、本当は別のツアーに申し込みましたが催行されずキャンセルとなり滑り止めとしての参加。
新原ビーチとおきなわワールドのどちらかを選択するんですが、新原ビーチに到着するまでに変更も可。
ひめゆりの塔に向かう車内でガイドさんが戦争当時の悲惨な状況を語ってくれたんですが、思わず涙ぐみそうになりました。一聴の価値はあると思います。
ただ、バスは昔の観光バスって感じで座席は狭かった…

I'm a local, but... during this season in Furano, the roads can get congested, and even when you finally arrive, it can be difficult to find parking. So, I joined the tour along with the tourists. On the day of the tour, about half of the participants were from overseas. The bus was very quiet, and we four sitting in the back might have been the loudest.

At the first stop, Rokkattei, I wished we had a bit more time. The Furano mochi here is definitely recommended. For lunch, I didn't have high expectations since it was a tour meal, but it was very delicious. Since it was a bus tour, we also enjoyed some wine during lunch. The lavender in Furano was beautiful, and the Blue Pond was lovely as well.

I wished we had a bit more time at Shikisai no Oka. After riding the trolley around, we didn't have time to enter the alpaca farm, which was disappointing. It was a packed tour, so having less time was unavoidable. Overall, though, I was satisfied.

道民ですが…この時期の富良野は道路が混んだりやっとついても駐車場がなかなか入れなかったり…
なので、観光客に混じり参加しました。当日は、海外からの方が半数くらい…
バス車内は、とても静かでもしかしたら後ろに座ってた私達4人が一番うるさかったかもしれません
最初のスポット、六花亭さんはもうちょっと時間が欲しかったですね。
ここの富良野餅は、絶対におススメです。
その後のお昼ごはん、ツアーの食事だし…とあまり期待をしていなかったのですが、とても美味しかったです。バスツアーなので、お昼からワインも楽しめました。
富良野のラベンダーも綺麗で、青い池も素敵でした。
四季彩の丘は、もう少し時間が欲しかったです。
トロッコに乗り一周したらアルパカ牧場に入る時間が無く残念でした。
欲張りツアーでしたので、時間が少ないのはしょうがないですね。
ただ、総合的には満足できました。

A towel on my head and a hat with a brim. I'm well-prepared for sun protection. However, this intense heat is overwhelming. The bus is running, and I can feel the wind, but it's hot air. The only relief is the mist coming from the second floor. It's a lifesaver.

I will ride again, but in autumn or winter. I prefer the cold.

It was fun. The kids were constantly looking around, their heads turning 360°. I wish there had been a guided town walk. Please plan that. I'm sure there will be customers for it.

タオルを頭からその上につばのある帽子。日よけ対策はばっちり。しかし、この猛暑。負けます。バスが走り風を感じますが温風。救いは二階四方から出ているミスト。助かります。
次回も乗りますが、秋・冬にです。寒い方が良いですね。
楽しかったですよ。子供達は終始目が頭が360°。
町歩きも案内してほしかった。企画してください。絶対お客さんいますよ。

In 2018, during this intense heat, the open-deck double-decker bus was in the time when the sun was directly overhead. The outdoor temperature felt like it was over 40°C. However, thanks to the mist coming from the bus, it was quite cool? (Maybe it just felt that way.) I thought the morning ride wouldn't be too hot, but I was completely wrong. It was indeed hot. Since we were constantly moving, there was a breeze, which felt refreshing. No, it was warm wind. I wish the sightseeing tour could be longer and more leisurely. I wouldn't mind paying a higher price for that. It was way too short. I would like to ride again in the fall or winter. Cold weather would be better.

2018この猛暑にオープンデッキ二階建のしかも太陽が真上にくる時間帯
外の体感温度は40°越え。しかし、バスの四方から出てくるミストのおかげでかなり涼しく？（感じただけかも）午前便で暑くないかも思っていましたが
とんでもない。やはり、暑い。ずっと走りぱなしなので風がくるから涼しー。
いや、温風でした。もっと長くゆっくり観光案内してほしいです。料金高くても良いから。あまりにも短すぎ。また今度秋・冬に乗りたいです。寒いほうがよいですね。

It was a tour full of highlights, allowing us to fully enjoy the best aspects of each island. The hotel pick-up service was also a great help.

みどころ満載で、
各島々の良いところを満喫でき、
とても有意義なツアーでした。
ホテル送迎もすごい助かりました。

The weather was unfortunately not good. We could not see Mt. Fuji due to the fog. But the whole trip was fun. We got to see the 4D Mt. Fuji with Fuji Airways. Better than nothing. The tour guide was fun and helpful as well.