All Reviews for Bus Tours

WE booked the tour a day before , spontaneously. On the day of the tour we were not able to print out our vouchers as it was requested in the booking. yet, the colleagues from the office made it possible for us to change the date for our tour and forward our booking to the service provider.

The day of the tour was a greyish and rainy one. Hot green tea and blankets made our stay on board very comfortable. We enjoyed the tour (used English translation).

We booked this tour for our first day in Japan.
It was a great introduction to Japanese culture and history.
The pickup and timing was all very efficient. The two tour guides where friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining.

It was a very warm January visit to Ishigaki Island. However, since I participated with small children, the schedule was quite tight, and I found myself constantly feeling rushed.

とてもあったかい１月の石垣島観光となりました。
ただ、小さい子供を連れての参加だったので、タイムスケジュールはかなりタイトで常に焦りながらの行動となってしまいました。

The time spent listening to the explanations on the bus was really enjoyable! However, perhaps due to the weather, Churaumi Aquarium was not as great as I expected. Other places were not very memorable or enjoyable either. But if I come to Okinawa again, I would like to use a bus tour.

バスの中で説明を聞いたお時間はすごく楽しかったです！しかし、天気のせいなのか、美ら海水族は思ったよりまあまあでした。ほかの所も記憶に無いぐらいあまり楽しくなかったです。。;; でもまた沖縄へ来たらバスツアーを利用したいです。

A shuttle bus came to the hotel to pick us up, and we gathered at the port to receive explanations for each course. When we mentioned the course number during boarding and disembarking, the staff members present promptly guided us, saying things like "that way" and "this way," allowing us to feel secure on the tour even in an unfamiliar place.

I had the impression that rural cities were mostly populated by elderly people, but everywhere we went, young people provided guidance and explanations. We enjoyed the wonderful nature and felt the vibrant spirit of Ishigaki.

ホテルに送迎のバスが来て下さり、港に集まり、コース毎の説明を受けました。乗船や下船後の移動時にコース番号を言うと、そこここに居る係員の方は皆、それはあっち、これはこっちとテキパキと案内してくれ、見知らぬ土地でも安心してツアーに乗れました。
地方都市というと高齢者ばかりとのイメージがありましたが、どこでも若い人が案内、説明をして下さり、素晴らしい自然を堪能するとともに、元気な石垣を感じました。

On the last day, since my flight was at 8 PM, I made a light reservation here after checking out. I went cycling with the cattle, but one hour of cycling was enough, so I think I might not need it next time. I also rode a water buffalo on Yubu Island, but Taketomi had a different atmosphere, and I was glad to experience both. It was a beautiful island just like in the pictures, and time flew by. I want to come back again.

最終日、飛行機の便が夜8時だったので、チェックアウト後に軽くこちらに申込みました。牛とサイクリングでしたが、サイクリングは1時間で十分だったので次はいらないかなーと思いました。水牛は由布島でも乗りましたが、竹富はまた雰囲気が違ってどちらも乗って良かったです。写真どおり綺麗な島で、あっという間に時間がすぎました。また来たいです。

Fun tour! The no lunch options are slim but still delicious. Mario was very helpful and nice. Definitely worth going to see Mt Fuji.

This is an efficient tour of the southern region in the morning. Please note that all entrance fees are to be paid by yourself. A highlight of the tour is Gyokusendo Cave. You will arrive at Sefa Utaki before the ticket office opens, allowing you to be the first to enter Sefa Utaki. This means you can take photos of Sefa Utaki without any people in the background. After that, it is also possible to quickly visit Chinen Misaki Park. At Okinawa World, you will arrive just in time for the start of the Eisa show, allowing for a brief visit before exploring Gyokusendo Cave. Since there is a distance from the exit of Gyokusendo Cave to the parking lot, it is advisable to allocate about 15 minutes for this.

午前中に南部を巡る効率的なツアーです。なお、入場料は全て自分で払います。ツアーの中で一押しのスポットは、玉泉洞です。斎場御嶽は、入場券の開店前に到着し、斎場御嶽に一番目に入場します。よって、人がいない斎場御嶽の写真を取れます。その後、急いで、知念岬公園に行くことも可能。沖縄ワールドでは、エイサーショーの開始時間に到着するため、ちらっと見学して、その後、玉泉洞を見学。玉泉洞の出口から駐車場までは距離があるため、１５分程度時間を確保するのが良いでしょう

Iriomote Island, Taketomi Island, and Yufu Island all had great weather and it was the best! They mentioned that it's quite rare to have such sunny weather throughout the year on Yufu Island. The staff on the boat were very kind and helped with the wheelchair boarding, which was really appreciated.

On Yufu Island, although I rode the water buffalo, I realized I had left my child's baby food on the bus (^ - ^;). The young lady at the dining hall kindly listened to my situation and contacted the person in charge of the water buffalo without any unpleasant expressions, which was truly helpful. Thank you very much.

The tour guides were all very polite, and the islands were so wonderful that I felt like I wanted to stay there forever. I hope to take this tour again someday and explore the islands at a more leisurely pace.

西表島も、竹富島も、由布島も、天気が良くて最高でした！由布島では、年間通してこんなに晴れているのはかなり珍しい！と言ってました。船への車椅子の乗車も、乗務員さんが丁寧に手伝いしてくれて、ほんとに、助かりました。
由布島では、水牛に乗り渡ったものの、バスに子供の離乳食を置いてきてしまったことが判明(^-^;食堂のお姉さんから、水牛の担当の方への連絡等、一切嫌な顔なさらずに事情を聞いてくれ、対応してくれて本当に助かりました。ありがとうございました。
観光の案内は皆さんとても丁寧で、このまま島に居残りたいくらい、素敵な島々でした。
またいつか、このツアーで、今度はもう少しゆっくりじっくり島々を巡りたいです。

We were not able to see the whole of Tokyo. Since they hardly speak english, we missed our bus. And the next bus we had to take was on its way back to our pick up point. If we take another color coded bus, it would be too late for us to go back to Shinjuku where we are staying.

The hotel was supposed to provide a shuttle bus, but when the designated time came on the day of, it did not arrive. After calling, I was instructed to take a taxi to the port and that they would cover the cost. If I hadn't contacted them, I probably would have been forgotten, and my chance to enjoy the sightseeing in Taketomi Island would have been wasted.

The sightseeing tour in Taketomi Island was well-coordinated and very fulfilling; I had a great time. However, it seems that the management is lacking, so I recommend that when using this service, you should not take their word for it and instead call the company the day before to confirm.

ホテルに送迎バスが来ることになっていたのですが、当日指定された時間になっても到着しないため、電話連絡したところ、お金を払うからタクシーで港まで向かうように指示されました。もし連絡しなければ、たぶん忘れられてしまい、せっかくの竹富島観光はパーになってしまったと思います。
竹富島観光のツアーはそれぞれ連携がとれていてとても充実して楽しかったです。管理がずさんだと思われますので、ここを利用する際は来るものと鵜呑みにせず、あらかじめ前日に会社に電話連絡しておくとよいと思います。

On the day of our visit, I was worried because rain was in the forecast, but the prediction turned out to be wrong, and we had beautiful clear skies! We rode on a water buffalo cart in such lovely weather. The water buffalo that was in charge of us was very laid-back and took many breaks, but because of that, we were able to enjoy the surrounding scenery at a leisurely pace. (laughs) I was surprised to find that the water buffalo cart could hold more people than I had imagined! The water buffalo worked really hard. Along the way, a staff member played the sanshin and sang Okinawan folk songs, which was wonderful to listen to while enjoying the scenery of Taketomi Island. We were able to spend a very relaxing and soothing time!

当日、雨予報だったので心配していたのですが、予報は外れ見事な快晴!!
とっても良いお天気の中、水牛車に乗りました。わたしたちを担当してくれた水牛さんは、凄くマイペースで休憩タイムが多かったですが、その分ゆっくり周りの景色を楽しむことができました。笑
水牛車の定員が想像してたより多くてびっくり！
水牛さん、大変頑張ってました。
途中でスタッフの方が、三線を弾きながら沖縄民謡を歌ってくださったのですが、竹富島の風景を堪能しながら聴く民謡にすごく良かったです。
まーったりゆーったりとても癒しのひときを過ごすことができました！

I participated in the tour because I wanted to enjoy the beautiful scenery and sightseeing, and it included a stop at the airport after the tour to return to Tokyo that evening. However, the female guide was so entertaining, and when she started playing the sanshin and singing Yaeyama folk songs, someone from the same tour began to whistle, turning the bus into a mini concert hall. The scenery visible from the bus windows perfectly matched the moment, making it a memorable first visit to Ishigaki Island. At the airport, I had coffee at the southernmost Starbucks in Japan before heading home. I would love to join again.

By the way, I found it impressive that the number of guides on Ishigaki Island is fewer than the number of Iriomote cats on Iriomote Island. Keep up the great work, guides!

綺麗な景色と観光を楽しみたいのと、当日の夕方、東京に帰る為ツアー終了後に空港に寄るツアーと言う事で参加しました。しかし、ツア－の女性のガイドさんの話しが楽しく、ガイドさんの三線（サンシン）と八重山民謡（島唄）が始まると、同じツア－の方が指笛を吹いて、バスの中はちょっとしたコンサート会場のようで、その時の車窓から見えた景色ととても良く合い、心残る初めての石垣島となりました。空港では、国内最南端にあるスタバックスでコーヒーを飲んで帰りました。また参加したいです。
そう言えば、石垣島のガイドさんの数は、西表島のイリオモテヤマネコの数より少ないと言っていたのも印象的でした。ガイドさん頑張って～

I thought the early bus pickup might be a bit tough, but I ended up enjoying myself a lot. The procedures at the terminal were quick, and we boarded a ship that was more impressive and comfortable than I expected. The arrangements for the transfer were efficient, with hardly any time wasted. It was a shame we couldn't go further into Iriomote Island due to low tide, but I had fun discovering rare birds. The lunch on Yubu Island, though small, was filled with homemade local dishes that made me feel the essence of Okinawa. Taketomi Island truly looked like something out of a poster, and time seemed to flow slowly there. The return trip was also by bus, and the transfer procedures were quick, which was great. Overall, I really felt I got my money's worth with this experience. I highly recommend it. Dorikan-kun was super cute.

バスの迎えが早くて少し辛いかなと思いましたが、そんな心配もよそにとても満喫できました。ターミナルでの手続きも早く終わり船に乗り込みましたが思っていたより立派な船で快適でした。移動の段取りは手早くて時間ロスはほとんどありませんでした。西表島では干潮で奥まで行けなかったのは残念でしたが珍しい鳥を発見したりして楽しかったです。由布島でのお弁当は、小さいながらも中には手作りの郷土料理がいっぱい入っていて沖縄を感じられました。竹富島はほんとにポスターで見るようで、時間がゆっくり流れていました。帰りもバスでしたが乗り継ぎの手続きも早くてとても良かった。全体的にこのお値段で本当に満喫できたと思います。おすすめです。ドリカン君がとってもキュート。

The tour itself was enjoyable without any issues. However, I think there is a problem with the bus transfers. Since there are no assigned seats, those who return to the bus early get to choose their seats, and those who arrive late end up separated from their families on different buses. It seemed difficult for those with small children. There are two bus transfers.

ツアー自体は問題無く楽しめました。
しかし途中のバス移動に問題があると思います。
座席が指定されていないので早くバスに戻った人から座るようで、遅れて来た方は、家族で離れて別のバスになっていました。小さいお子様連れの方は、大変そうでした。バス移動は2回あります。

I was feeling unwell, but I was helped by being picked up right in front of the guesthouse. I was able to circle Yakushima in one day and see monkeys and deer, visit waterfalls, the banyan tree, Inakahama Beach, and the Jomon Sugi. Considering the meals included at this price, the cost performance is so good that I was worried if it was worth it. The meals were like a lunch set from a restaurant that also had a souvenir shop. Guests participating in the tour ate together at two tables. It wasn't a very casual atmosphere for chatting with each other, so it felt a bit uneasy.

体調不良だったのですが、民宿前までピックアップに来てもらい、助かりました。1日で屋久島を1周できて猿や鹿も見れて、滝やガジュマル、いなか浜、紀元杉を周り、食事付きでこの価格ですから、元がとれるのか心配になるくらいコスパが良いです。食事はお土産やさんを併設したレストランのランチセットみたいなもの。ツアーに参加した客が2つのテーブルで一緒に食べる。お互い雑談するような雰囲気ではなかったので、少し落ち着かなかったかな。

I was able to efficiently see famous tourist spots. It was a bit cold riding on the open deck at high speed, but I was happy that there were blankets on all the seats. I could hear the guide's explanations well. The meeting place was a bit unclear on the voucher, but I was able to make it on time after calling the tour company.

効率よく有名な観光地を見ることができました。
オープンデッキで高速を走るのはやや寒かったですが、全席膝掛けが置いてあり嬉しかったです。ガイドさんの説明もよく聞こえました。
集合場所がバウチャーではわかりくかったですが、催行会社に電話して間に合いました。

This was my first stay in Ishigaki Island. Although it was just a little over half a day of sightseeing, I was blessed with good weather and had a fulfilling time.

Before participating, I had planned not to include the glass-bottom boat. However, when we arrived at Kabira Bay, we encountered a sudden rain shower and decided to join in. Even with the rain, the water's clarity in the bay remained exceptionally high, allowing us to enjoy the corals and fish, which was a lot of fun. In the end, it was definitely the right decision to participate. When we disembarked, the blue sky spread out before us, and we enjoyed the wonderful scenery. At other stops, I was captivated by the beauty of Ishigaki Island.

Lunch was much more luxurious than I had expected, and I enjoyed delicious Okinawan cuisine! During the bus ride, we had interesting and informative stories, along with lively performances of sanshin and singing.

Next time I stay in Ishigaki Island, I would like to visit the places I went to this time again.

初めての石垣島滞在。半日ちょっとの観光でしたが、お天気にも恵まれ充実した時間を過ごせました。
参加前はグラスボートをつけない予定でした。なぜか川平湾についたときのみ通り雨にあい、急遽参加しました。雨でも湾内の透明度は変わらず非常に高く、サンゴや魚を鑑賞でき楽しかったです。結果、参加して正解。下船したときには、青空が広がり素晴らしい景色も堪能。その他の下車地でも石垣島の美しさにうっとりしました。
お昼は予想より非常に豪華で、沖縄のご飯を美味しくいただきました！バス移動中は面白く為になる話と三線&歌で盛り上がりました。
次回石垣島に滞在するときは、今回訪れた場所にまた行ってみたいです

It's just sitting on the bus and looking at the scenery, but it's refreshing to notice things like buildings and bridges anew.

ただバスで景色を眺めるだけですが、ぼーっと座っているだけ。ビルや橋など改めて気づくことがあり、新鮮です。

On the last day of my trip, I participated with the goal of visiting the Himeyuri Monument. Although it was a short time, I was very satisfied with watching the Eisa dance at Okinawa World and experiencing glass crafting. The sacred Sefa Utaki may seem like just a rock, but I think if you do some research before going, it will leave a different impression. I was also impressed by the guide's professionalism; they finished their explanation just as we arrived at each destination. They also showcased their singing skills, and their stable storytelling was met with applause.

旅行最終日にひめゆりの塔を目的で参加しました。短い時間でしたが、おきなわワールドでエイサー鑑賞、ガラス細工体験もでき、大満足でした。神聖な斎場御嶽は、ただの岩？と思われがちですが、行く前に下調べをして行くと、また違った印象になるのではないかと思います。そして、ガイドさんがベテランで、目的地に着くタイミングで丁度説明が終わるというプロ意識の高さに感動しました。上手な歌も披露してくれるし、安定した話術に喝采です。

You can efficiently visit Kouri Island, Churaumi Aquarium, Okashi Goten, Manza Beach, and Ryukyu Village in one day. Personally, I wished I had a bit more time at Kouri Island, Churaumi Aquarium, and Manza Beach. Okashi Goten might feel a bit pointless for those who aren't interested in shopping, but there is a beautiful beach and a café behind it where you can take a break.

古宇利島・美ら海水族館・お菓子御殿・万座毛・琉球村を１日で効率よく回れます。個人的には、古宇利島・美ら海水族館・万座毛でもう少し時間が欲しかったです。お菓子御殿は、買い物タイムのため買い物不要な人には手持ち無沙汰ですが、裏に綺麗なビーチ、カフェがあり休憩できます

You can efficiently visit Kouri Island, Churaumi Aquarium, Okashi Goten, Manza Beach, and Ryukyu Village in one day. Okashi Goten is a shopping stop, but there is a beautiful beach and a café behind it where you can take a short break. This tour is very popular and was fully booked on the day.

古宇利島・美ら海水族館・お菓子御殿・万座毛・琉球村を１日で効率よく回れます。御菓子御殿は、買い物タイムですが、裏に綺麗なビーチ、カフェがありますので小休止できます。本ツアー、大変人気で当日は満席でした

It was very good! I would like to use it again or recommend it! It would probably be tough to visit these three places in one day without a tour or taxi.

とても良かったたです！また利用もしくは紹介したいです！多分ツアーかタクシーでなければこの３ヶ所を１日では厳しいです

I was skeptical about visiting three islands in one day, but the schedule for each island was just right, and I was able to have a meaningful day.

１日で３島をまわるのはどうなのかと疑問を感じていましたが、各島でのスケジュール感もほどよく、有意義な一日を過ごすことができました。

The tour was comfortable and efficient for exploring the northern region, blessed with good weather. Our guide was very knowledgeable and provided plenty of explanations. There were many foreign visitors, and the tour was almost full, but the explanations regarding departure times were clear, so there were no delays. Personally, I would have liked a bit more time to visit the observation tower on Kouri Island, but I enjoyed it thoroughly.

好天にもめぐまれ、北部観光を効率よく回るのに快適なツアーでした。とても知識豊富なガイドさんがたっぷり説明もしてくださいました。外国の方も多く、ほぼ満席状態でしたが、出発時間などの説明もきちんとされていたので遅れることもありませんでした。個人的にはもう少し古宇利島で展望タワーに行けるくらいの時間が欲しかったですが、十分楽しめました。

The places we visited were all great with magnificent views! But we wish we could’ve stayed longer per area. We wanted to try out more activities at the ninja village and also stroll around a bit more ti check out stalls and souvenirs at Oshino village. Our tour guide Kim was helpful and accomidating as well!

Lunch was great! It was a buffet and everything was delicious. Blueberry Ice cream at Kawaguchiko lake was phenomenal. Even though it’s in the middle of winter, it’s highly recommended!

Overall, it was an amazing trip. We were able to go to all places since it was a sunny day.

The weather was nice, and the air was clear, which was great. There were also blankets and hot packs available, making it comfortable to spend time there. Although it's a route I usually take, I noticed some areas under construction or that had disappeared, which was a good experience. Next time, I would like to try a different route.

天気が良く空気が澄んでいて良かったです。毛布やホッカイロの配布もあり快適に過ごせました。普段通る道ですが、工事中だったり、いつのまにか消えていたり改めて気づくところもあり良い経験でした
今度は違うルートもいってみたいと思います

You can relax and spend time on Yufu Island. The mangrove cruise was also easy to understand thanks to the friendly guide. Considering transportation and efficiency, I think an optional tour is a good choice for island sightseeing.

由布島でゆっくり過ごせます。マングローブクルーズもガイドさんが親切でわかりやすかったです。交通の便や効率性を考えると離島観光はＯＰツアーが良いと思います。

Participating alone
Since I rarely acted in a group, it was quite relaxed for me.
It might be good for beginners to easily experience various things.

一人で参加
特に団体で行動する事が少なかったので
自分的には気楽であった
初心者には簡単に色々と経験出来ていいかも

I had a whole day free while traveling alone, so I decided to make a reservation. My main goal was the Ocean Expo Park, but since I had the opportunity, I chose this tour that also allowed me to visit places I hadn't had the chance to go to before.

As a result, I was able to take photos at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, and I thoroughly enjoyed both Pineapple Park and Ryukyu Mura. Although my stay at places other than Churaumi was short, I personally felt it was just the right amount of time without feeling rushed.

The guide, despite saying they were inexperienced, provided a thorough and reassuring tour. If you're participating with multiple people, three hours might not be enough to fully enjoy the aquarium, but I think this plan is perfect for solo travelers.

1人旅で丸々1日空いていたので、予約してみました。目当ては海洋博公演でしたが、せっかくなので、あえて行く機会がなかなか無かった場所にも寄れるこのツアーをチョイス。
結果的に、美ら海水族館での写真撮影はもちろん、パイナップルパークも琉宮城もしっかり楽しめました。美ら海以外は滞在短めですが、個人的には時間を持て余すことが無くちょうど良いくらいでした。
ガイドさんは、不慣れとおっしゃりつつも丁寧にガイドしてくださり、安心できました。
複数人で参加の場合は、水族館をじっくり見たりと3時間滞在では足りないかもしれませんが、1人旅にはピッタリのプランだと思います。