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Private Mt. Fuji & Kawaguchiko Day Tour from Tokyo with Customizable Itinerary

Very patient and accommodating tour guid

Reviewed by: Sam

Our tour guide, Masayuki (Masa is his nickname), was very kind and patient to us. He speaks good english so there was no language barrier. He always tries to grant our requests such as bathroom breaks etc. Since it is a private tour, the tour itself is very flexible.

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Posted on: 2017/12/31
Activity Date: 2017/12/28

白谷雲水峡半日(苔むす森まで)トレッキングツアー<宮之浦~安房エリア送迎可能> by 屋久島の輪

Mononoke Forest is amazing! もののけ森は最高!

Reviewed by: シンディー

Hello, I'm a participant from HK. This time, I joined a local tour in Japan for the first time with my friend. It was the best tour. With the guidance of a kind tour guide, we were able to safely reach the mossy forest. The stories along the way were enjoyable (I couldn't understand everything in the explanations, though...), and it was a very good experience. The weather in December was nice, and since it was about a three-hour round trip trek, it was easier than I expected, and I'm glad I went! Thank you!

ハーロー〜HKからの参加者です。今回、友達と初めて日本のローカルツアーに参加させていただきました。最高のツワーでした。優しいガイドさんの案内で無事に苔むす森まで行くことが出来ました。途中でのお話など楽しく(説明の内容はすべてが理解できませんが...)、とても良い経験でした。12月の天候も良くて、往復3時間くらいのトレッキングなので、思うより簡単で、行って良かったです❗ありがとうございます❗

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縄文杉日帰りトレッキングツアー 屋久島で唯一環境省のエコツーリズム研修を受講認定済み by 屋久島の輪

A tour where you can fully enjoy nature. 自然を堪能できるツアー

Reviewed by: まいこ

This was my first winter trekking experience, and I was a bit worried, but thanks to the favorable weather and the support of our friendly guide, I was able to enjoy it thoroughly.

Even though it was winter, I found myself getting warm while walking. I recommend wearing layers that are easy to take on and off. Also, since the wind can be strong, having a neck warmer and a secure hat is reassuring.

The trees covered in moss and the giant cedar trees were incredibly captivating and have become unforgettable memories. The spring water was also delicious.

冬のトレッキングは初めてなので少し心配していたのですが、お天気に恵まれ、また優しいガイドさんのサポートのおかげで楽しく終えることができました。

冬とはいえ、歩いていると暑くなってきます。参加する際は脱ぎ着しやすい服装で行くことをお勧めします。
また、風が強いのでネックウォーマーや飛びにくい帽子があると安心です。

苔に覆われた木々や巨大な杉の木はとても魅力的で忘れられない思い出になりました。湧き水も美味しかったです。

  • トロッコ道

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Private Mt. Fuji & Kawaguchiko Day Tour from Tokyo with Customizable Itinerary

Our driver/guide was very facilitative.He provided us with vital info and details of our itinerary.He brought us to the 5th station of mt fuji.We had a very nice and pleasant experience.Will definitely book with city discovery/veltra again

Reviewed by: Maria Salazar

I am a returning customer of dicovery tours/veltra. The 1st time was last january 1,2017 and this time december 1,2017.

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Posted on: 2017/12/24
Activity Date: 2017/12/01

白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩まで)トレッキングツアー 5:00または8:00スタートの2つの開始時間から選択可能 by 屋久島の輪

It was a great success! 頼んで大成功!

Reviewed by: そめたん

This was my first time at Shiratani Unsuikyo. I was unsure about the path and considered hiring a guide, but I also worried that joining a guided tour would mean having to match the pace of others and that I might not be able to take photos freely. I struggled with these thoughts quite a bit. However, in the end, hiring a guide turned out to be a great success.

Our guide, Watanabe, was knowledgeable not only about the mountains but also about plants, and he explained everything in a fun way, mixing in jokes. We were laughing the whole time, to the point where other groups commented, "You all look like you're having so much fun!"

He also taught us photo spots and tips for enjoying the experience, so we were able to capture some Instagram-worthy shots. Additionally, having the guide meant we could get group photos taken, which was a nice touch.

The breaks were well-timed and informative, allowing even a beginner like me to reach Taiko Rock.

I thought I wouldn’t get lost, but there was still snow from a few days prior, making it difficult to walk, and the path was hard to follow. On the day of our visit, there was a woman who had come alone and got lost, and the guide helped her. I really think it's better for those unfamiliar with the mountains to hire a guide.

For lunch, we were treated to warm miso soup and coffee. I was truly grateful to learn that they carried all the hot water and mats for everyone.

If we had climbed on our own, we would have missed many spots, and we might have been exhausted on the snowy path that appeared midway.

It felt more like having a companion to walk with rather than just a guide. They also shared recommendations for sightseeing spots for the next day, and I’m really glad I decided to hire them.

今回、初めての白谷雲水峡。道もわからないし、ガイド頼もうかな?という気持ちと、ガイドツアーに参加しちゃうと、他の人にペースを合わせないといけないかな?とか、自由に写真撮れなくなるかな?という不安とで、随分悩みました。
でも結果、頼んで大成功です。

今回担当してくれた渡辺さんは、山の事は勿論、植物も詳しくて、冗談を交えながら楽しく説明してくれました。
私達ずっと笑っていたので、他のグループに
「楽しそうですね〜」
と、言われるほど、、、笑

写真スポットや、その場に合った楽しみ方のコツやポーズも教えてくれるので、今流行りのインスタ映えも撮れちゃいますよ。笑。
また、ガイドさんにお願いできるので、全員揃った写真を撮ってもらえるのも魅力。

休憩は、説明を兼ねて上手に取ってくれるので、初心者の私でも、太鼓岩まで登る事ができました。

また、道に迷うことは無いと思っていましたが、今回数日前に降った雪が残っていて歩きにくかったし、道がわかりにくい状態だったようで、当日も一人で来ていた女性が道に迷っていて、ガイドさんが助けていました。
やはり山に不慣れな方は、頼んだ方が良いと思います。

お昼には、温かい味噌汁とコーヒーをご馳走になりました。
全員分のお湯やシートを担いで、登っていたんだと知り、本当に感謝の気持ちです。

自分達だけで登っていたら、見過ごしたスポットも沢山あっただろうし、途中から出てきた雪道で、グッタリしていたかも?

道案内というよりは、一緒に歩く仲間という感じかもしれません。
次の日の観光スポットも教えてもらって、
頼んで本当に良かったです。

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Private Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour with Lake Ashi Cruise & Optional Private Onsen

Wonderful Trip in Mt Fuji

Reviewed by: Florenc1918

This is our first trip to Mt. Fuji and we love the trip arranged by Taiji-san. We have no problem to communicate with him because he speak very well in English. And he tried to understand our need before start up the trip. He is kind of caring and understanding person.. Thanks for making this wonderful day to all of us!

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Dear Florence, thank you very much for your kind comment. The sky was extremely clear on that day and we could have such good view from all the places we went . Everybody seemed tired at the end as we walked quite a lot. Thank you for sending me the pictures, I will use that for my new profile.

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Posted on: 2017/12/07
Activity Date: 2017/12/06

Private Mt. Fuji & Kawaguchiko Day Tour from Tokyo with Customizable Itinerary

Recommended!!!

Reviewed by: Jon Domingo

We really had a great time to our visit to Mt. Fuji with Taiji and this is our second time to get our tour arrangement with him. He suggest all the best place to visit aside from the given places to visit. We will definitely contact him again with for our future guests.

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Thank you Jon for your comment with the pictures. I was very happy to see you again I will keep on getting more and more data base of the sites and best places to choose for each season and hopefully having more chance in the future.

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縄文杉半日+白谷雲水峡半日(太鼓岩まで) 2大トレッキングコースを日帰りで! by 屋久島の輪

I can't believe how much fun I'm having! こんなに満喫できるなんて!

Reviewed by: こここ

I heard that visiting both Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo in one day is quite a challenging course, but everyone enjoyed it until the end. (All participants were 29-year-old women and beginners in hiking.) Thanks to our guide managing the pace and break timings, it was a great experience.

Also, we had warm tonjiru (pork miso soup) for lunch. It was a cold day, so it really warmed us up. Thank you very much.

If someone I know goes to Yakushima, I will definitely recommend it.

縄文杉と白谷雲水峡どちらも1日で回るのはかなりハードなコースだと聞いていましたが、最後まで全員楽しめました。(全員29歳女性、登山初心者レベル)ペース配分、休憩タイミング等、ガイドさんが管理して下さったおかげです。
また、昼食時に温かい豚汁を頂きました。寒い日でしたので身体に染みました。ありがとうございました。
知人が屋久島へ行くことがあれば、必ずオススメします。

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To Koko,
Thank you for your hard work on the one-day trekking course at Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo. I was a bit worried before we set off since I heard everyone was a beginner, but I'm relieved that everyone made it to the finish line safely and energetically.
Whenever you miss Yakushima, please feel free to come back and visit!

Yakushima Road Station Tourism
Tsugimura

こここ様へ
縄文杉・白谷雲水峡一日コースのトレッキング、大変お疲れ様でした。
全員初心者と聞いて、出発前は大丈夫かなと思いましたが、全員元気に怪我なくゴール出来てホッとしています。
また屋久島が恋しくなったら、いつでも遊びに来てくださいね。

屋久島道の駅観光
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縄文杉と白谷雲水峡(苔むす森 & 太鼓岩)2日間トレッキングツアー by 屋久島の輪

It was tough, but... 大変でしたが....

Reviewed by: ぐるぐる

Initially, we requested a course to visit Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo in one day, but we received a prior notice and decided to split it into two days considering the weather. In the end, I think this was a good decision. Given our physical stamina and the fact that we had requested a private guide, we were able to walk at our own pace and learned a lot about Yakushima, the history of Yakusugi, and nature in a broader sense. We were able to meet Jomon Sugi safely and return! It was certainly not easy, but after resting for a day, we were able to recover our stamina to walk early the next day at Shiratani Unsuikyo. We progressed comfortably to Taiko Rock, and since there were no other visitors at that time, we could take our time and enjoy the experience. Although we had a different guide from the previous day, we had a great time hearing various stories from a different perspective. I truly felt that learning from the locals is the best! I would love to sign up again when I visit next time.

当初は縄文杉と白谷雲水峡を1日で回るコースをお願いしていましたが、事前に連絡をいただき天候を考えて2日に分けることに。これが結果的に良かったと思います。体力面を考え、プライベートガイドをお願いしていたこともあって、私たちのペースで歩け、屋久島、屋久杉の歴史だけでなく大きな意味での自然についていろいろ教えてもらいながら無事、縄文杉に対面、帰ることが出来ました!決して楽ではありませんでしたが1日寝ることで体力もある程度回復でき翌日の白谷雲水峡も早朝から歩けました。太鼓岩まで無理なく進み、ちょうど他の方がいなかったこともあってゆっくり過ごすことができました。前日とは別のガイドの方でしたが、違った角度からいろいろお話いただき楽しい時間を過ごせました〜地元の方に教えてもらうのが一番だなぁと実感!再訪の際はまた申込したいなと思いました。

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Guruguru-sama,

Thank you for your hard work on the 1-day trekking to Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo (over 2 days). Many customers visiting Yakushima usually have a 2-night, 3-day itinerary. If you want to visit both Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo (Taiko Rock), it's better to do both in one day, but it's quite a tough course. If your transportation on the last day is in the afternoon, it would be easier on your body to split it over two days.

This time, two guides were in charge of Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo (Taiko Rock), so it was nice to hear different stories from each guide, wasn't it? Please come back to see Yakushima in a different season as well.

Yakushima Road Station Tourism
Tsugimachi

ぐるぐる様

縄文杉1日+白谷雲水峡(2日間)のトレッキング、大変お疲れ様でした。
屋久島に来るお客様は、2泊3日行程が多く、縄文杉にも白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩)にも行きたい場合は、1日で両方回る方が良いですが、
かなりキツイコースですので、最終日の交通手段が昼過ぎであれば、2日間に分けた方が体的にも楽です。
今回は、縄文杉と白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩)を二人もガイドが担当し、それぞれのガイドの話が聞けて良かったのではないでしょうか?
また違う季節の屋久島も見にお越しくださいね。

屋久島道の駅観光
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縄文杉半日+白谷雲水峡半日(太鼓岩まで) 2大トレッキングコースを日帰りで! by 屋久島の輪

It's okay for beginners. 初心者でも大丈夫

Reviewed by: 屋久島最高

It was raining, so I started my hike from Shiratani Unsuikyo and got to see the moss-covered forest around dawn! It had a very mystical atmosphere and was amazing! Unfortunately, there was fog from Taiko Rock, but I descended to the tramway and headed to Jomon Sugi. The journey was long and tough, but if you're going to Yakushima, I think it's great that you can visit both in one day.

雨だったので白谷雲水峡から登り始めて、夜が明ける頃の苔むす森を見させてもらいました!とても神秘的な空気で最高でした!太鼓岩からはあいにくの霧でしたが、そこからトロッコ道へ下り、縄文杉へ。道のりは長く大変でしたが、せっかく屋久島に行くなら、どちらも1日で回れるのはかなりいいと思います。

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Yakushima is amazing!

Thank you for your hard work on the Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo one-day trekking (Taiko Rock). It is a challenging course, but I'm glad to hear you were satisfied. The view from Taiko Rock on a clear day is absolutely beautiful, so please visit again someday.

Yakushima Road Station Tourism
Tsugimachi

屋久島最高 様

縄文杉・白谷雲水峡一日(太鼓岩)トレッキング、大変お疲れ様でした。
ハードコースではありますが、満足頂けたようで良かったです。
快晴の時の太鼓岩からの景色は最高に綺麗ですので、またいつか来島下さいね。

屋久島道の駅観光
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白谷雲水峡半日(苔むす森まで)トレッキングツアー<宮之浦~安房エリア送迎可能> by 屋久島の輪

I'm glad I went! 行って良かったです❗

Reviewed by: オッシー

This time, I participated with my parents. I was worried whether my elderly parents and I, who had joined the Jomon Sugi tour the day before, would be able to make it to the end, but thanks to our guide, we were able to reach the moss-covered forest safely. The stories along the way were enjoyable, and I feel like I’ve become a bit of a Yakushima expert. However, due to my oversight, I had requested to rent trekking poles when I signed up for the tour, but the reservation didn’t go through properly. On the day of the tour, I borrowed one from the guide, which worked out fine. The guide was really helpful. Thank you!

今回、両親と参加させていただきました。
高齢者の両親と、前日縄文杉ツアーに参加した私たちが最後まで行けるか不安でしたが、ガイドさんの案内で無事に苔むす森まで行くことが出来ました。
また途中でのお話など楽しく、屋久島通に少しはなれたかな?と思います。
ただ、こちらの確認不足ですが、ストックのレンタル依頼をツアーの申込みの時にしたのですが、申込みがうまく出来ていませんでした。
当日、ガイドさんに1本お借りしてなんとかなりました。
ガイドさんには本当に良くしていただきました。
ありがとうございます❗

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縄文杉日帰りトレッキングツアー 屋久島で唯一環境省のエコツーリズム研修を受講認定済み by 屋久島の輪

I had a great time. 楽しく過ごせました。

Reviewed by: こうゆ

The guide was very enjoyable, the pace was just right, and the advice was spot on, allowing us to proceed smoothly. I participated alone, but the guide was considerate, and the people I was with were nice, making for a very pleasant experience. It would have been even better if we had time for introductions at the beginning since I hardly knew anyone's name despite walking together.

ガイドさんがとても楽しい方で、ペースもちょうど良く、アドバイスも的確で、順調に行ってくることが出来ました。
一人で参加しましたが、ガイドさんがお気遣いくださったり、一緒になった人たちも良い人たちで、楽しく過ごせてとても良かったです。
せっかくご一緒したのにほとんどお名前も知らないまま共に歩いたので、最初の方で皆さんとの自己紹介の時間がいただけたらなお良かったです。

  • ウィルソン杉

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白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩まで)トレッキングツアー 5:00または8:00スタートの2つの開始時間から選択可能 by 屋久島の輪

Experience 体験

Reviewed by: ダバオ

It was my first trekking experience, and it was amazing. The guide was kind and provided helpful guidance. Thank you very much. Next time, I would like to challenge myself with Jomon Sugi.

初めてのトレッキングでした、最高でした。ガイドさんも優しくて、親切に案内してくれましました。ありがとうございます。また、次回に、縄文杉の方に挑戦してみたいです。

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白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩まで)トレッキングツアー 5:00または8:00スタートの2つの開始時間から選択可能 by 屋久島の輪

Everywhere you take a photo looks picturesque. どこを撮っても絵になる

Reviewed by: 匿名希望00

The day after visiting Jomon Sugi, I had to return on the evening flight, so I signed up for an early morning departure to reach Taiko Rock. Since there were only two participants, including myself, they arranged for a 6 AM departure instead of the scheduled 5 AM, allowing us to start just as it was getting light without needing headlamps. There were few people, making it easy to walk.

Although there were many clouds, the sun was shining, and it was a pleasant trek. There is a famous spot called "Mossy Forest," but the entire Shiratani area was a magnificent moss world, not just that particular place. Taiko Rock had a fantastic view, and I felt it was worth coming all the way here. It would be a real shame to turn back at the Mossy Forest, so I highly recommend going all the way to Taiko Rock.

縄文杉の翌日でしたが、夕方便で帰らなければならず、太鼓岩まで行きたかったので早朝出発で申し込みました。
参加者が私ともう一人しかいなかったためか、一応5時出発の予定と書いてありますが、6時出発にアレンジしていただき、ヘッドランプを使わずちょうど明るくなってきたころの出発で、人も少なくて歩きやすかったです。
雲は多かったですが日差しもあり、気持ちの良いトレッキングでした。
「苔むす森」という有名な場所がありますが、特にそこに限らず白谷全体が見事な苔ワールドでした。
太鼓岩はとても見晴らしが良くて、ここまで来てよかったと思える場所でした。
苔むす森で引き返すのは本当にもったいないので、ぜひ太鼓岩まで行ってほしいです。

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  • 七本杉

  • 見事な苔ワールド

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縄文杉日帰りトレッキングツアー 屋久島で唯一環境省のエコツーリズム研修を受講認定済み by 屋久島の輪

It was amazing. 最高でした

Reviewed by: 匿名希望00

My first visit to Yakushima was for the Jomon Sugi trekking, which I had been wanting to do for a long time. Since I don’t exercise at all, I was quite nervous about the 22 km round trip and 10-hour trek, but it turned out that 16 km of it was on a flat trolley road with minimal elevation change, and the actual mountain trail was only about 6 km, so it wasn't as tough as I had imagined.

On the middle day of the three-day weekend in November, the weather was perfect—cloudy with occasional sunshine after the rain, neither too hot nor too cold. I believe the guide's pacing was also perfect. There were seven participants, all women including myself, and the guide provided warnings about slippery areas and steep inclines in advance, so we were able to complete the trek without any injuries.

The only disappointment was that the fog was so thick at the top that my photos of Jomon Sugi turned out completely white. Some of the guides mentioned that they actually prefer the majestic feel of Jomon Sugi in the fog, but since it was my first time, I would have liked to see it clearly. However, it didn’t rain, and all the other cedars aside from Jomon Sugi looked beautiful in photos, and I could see Jomon Sugi clearly with my own eyes, so wanting more might be a bit greedy.

By the way, most of the guides in Yakushima work freelance, and only a handful are affiliated with any particular company. It seems they are dispatched from Company A one time and Company B another time, so choosing based on the reputation of a specific company's guides might not be very meaningful. However, the guide for the tour I participated in was excellent, and the other guides I passed along the way seemed to be enjoying themselves, so there’s probably not much to worry about in that regard.

初めての屋久島、絶対行きたいと思っていた縄文杉トレッキングでした。
普段全く運動をしないので、往復22㎞、10時間のトレッキングにびびりまくってましたが、うち16㎞はトロッコ道であまり高低差がなく、実際の山道は6㎞程度だったため、思ったほどではありませんでした。
11月の3連休の中日、雨上がりで曇り時々晴れ、暑くもなく寒くもなくという好条件で、ガイドの方のペース配分がまた完璧だったおかげと思います。
参加者は私を含めて女性ばかり7人でしたが、滑りやすいところや傾斜の急なところは事前に注意喚起して下さり、一人のけが人を出すこともなく全員完歩することができました。ポイントポイントで丁寧に説明もして頂けました。
ひとつだけ残念だったのは、上の方の霧がすごくて、縄文杉の写真が真っ白になっちゃったことくらいでしょうか。
ガイドさんたちの中には、霧の中の縄文杉の方が厳かな感じで好きだという方もいらっしゃるようですが、初めてだとやはりくっきりはっきりした姿が見たかったかも。
でも、雨も降らなかったし、縄文杉以外の杉は全てきれいに写真に納まったし、縄文杉も肉眼ではきれいに見えたしで、これ以上望むのは贅沢かもしれません。
ちなみに、屋久島のガイドさんたちは、ほとんどがフリーで働いてて、どこかの会社に所属している方はほんの一握りなのだそうです。ある時はA社から、ある時はB社から派遣されて、みたいな感じのようなので、「この会社のガイドさんの評判が良い」とか「悪い」とかで選ぶのはあまり意味がないみたいです。
ただ、私が参加したツアーのガイドさんもとても良かったですし、道すがらすれ違う他のガイドさんたちもみなさん楽しそうな感じでしたので、そこはあまり心配ないのかも。

  • ウィルソン株

  • 縄文杉は真っ白

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Tokyo 1-Day Private Tour by Local Guide with Customizable Itinerary

Enjoyable private tour!

Reviewed by: Caren

We are 9 persons with grandparents & children; Mr Phang is speaking mandarin, as we requested 6 hours private tour to visit some places:
1. Shimokitazawa Area
2. Ameyoko Market
3. Harujuku- Kiddy land
4. Rikuen Garden

Mr Phang is very good tour leader, he guides us how to walk around Ameyoko Market.

My families feel very comfortable to have a tour arranged, with very reasonable price compared with other website. Recommended to all travelers!

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縄文杉日帰りトレッキングツアー 屋久島で唯一環境省のエコツーリズム研修を受講認定済み by 屋久島の輪

Yakushima Jomon Sugi Tour 屋久島縄文杉ツアー

Reviewed by: たくろう

I recently participated in a tour and went trekking to Jomon Sugi. Thanks to the guide's attentive care and thorough, interesting explanations at key points, I was able to enjoy the approximately 10-hour journey! The guide was relaxed and friendly, which made it easy to talk and enjoy the experience without feeling nervous from the start. Yakushima's great nature is truly amazing. I definitely want to visit Yakushima again soon.

つい先日ツアーに参加し、縄文杉トレッキングをしてきました。
ガイドの方の細やかな気配りと要所での丁寧かつ興味深い解説のおかげで、約10時間に及ぶ行程を楽しく乗り切ることができました!
ガイドさんはゆったりとしていて親しみやすい方で、始めから緊張せずリラックスしてお話ができて楽しかったです。
屋久島の大自然は本当に最高です。近いうちに是非また屋久島を訪れたいと思います。

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Kyoto Private Taxi Tour with Customizable Itinerary & English-Speaking Guide

本当に素晴らしかったです!

Reviewed by: ニックマム

担当の方がガイドというお仕事を本当に楽しまれており、知識も豊富で気も効き素晴らしい方でした。もし次も関西に行くのであれば、彼を指名したいと思います。
主人と息子が京都は初めて日本語で苦手でしたが、本当に楽しめ勉強になりました。
そうそう、写真の撮り方がとても上手で素敵な写真が沢山残りました。
心より感謝しております。ありがとうございました。

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貸切観光タクシー 兼六園・金沢城など人気スポットへご案内!着物レンタル付きプランあり<3時間/1~9名/金沢発着>by 冨士タクシー

Very satisfied. 大満足

Reviewed by: 千恵子

The driver was very kind and provided detailed and enjoyable sightseeing guidance. Thank you, Funeyama. I look forward to next time.

とても親切なドライバーさんで観光案内も詳しく楽しく回ッて下さいました。船山さんありがとうございました。次回も宜しくお願いします。

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Thank you for using our taxi service. We are glad to hear that you were satisfied. We look forward to serving you again in the future.

Sincerely,
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このたびは、弊社タクシーをご利用賜りありがとうございました。ご満足いただけたようで安心いたしました。またの機会がございましたら宜しくお願い申し上げます。

担当 塚本 泰央

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縄文杉日帰りトレッキングツアー 屋久島で唯一環境省のエコツーリズム研修を受講認定済み by 屋久島の輪

It was a very valuable experience! とても貴重な体験となりました!

Reviewed by: mik

I participated with two female friends. We had very little experience with hiking and trekking, so we had a lot of anxiety, but it was helpful that they called us the day before, allowing us to ask questions. On the day of the hike, we were in a group of seven, and since the path was narrow, we had to walk in a line. It was a bit difficult to hear the guide's voice when we were at the back, but they adjusted the walking pace and break timings for us, so it was manageable. The round trip took 11 hours on the mountain trail, and by the end, my legs felt like stiff sticks, but the sight of the moss-covered rocks, fallen trees, and the presence of a 2000-year-old cedar that appeared when the fog cleared was very impressive. I didn't know how to get on the hiking bus or how to manage the time, so I'm really glad I requested a guided tour. If I have the opportunity to visit again someday, I plan to use their services once more.

友人と女子2人で参加しました。
登山やトレッキングの経験がほとんどなく、たくさん不安がありましたが、前日にお電話を下さり、質問が出来たので助かりました。当日は7人グループで、道が狭く一列に並んで歩く為、どうしても後ろだとガイドさんの声が聞こえず、少し苦労しましたが、歩くペースや休憩のタイミングなどは合わせて下さったので、大丈夫でした。往復11時間の山道、最後は足がカチカチの棒でしたが、苔茂る岩や倒木の光景、霧が晴れた所に現れた樹齢2000年を超える杉の存在感はとても印象的でした。登山バスの乗り方や、時間配分の取り方も分からなかったので、ガイドツアーをお願いして本当に良かったです。いつかまた訪問する機会があれば、その時も利用させて頂こうと思います。

  • 縄文杉のオーラを感じました!

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白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩まで)トレッキングツアー 5:00または8:00スタートの2つの開始時間から選択可能 by 屋久島の輪

Thank you very much. ありがとうございました

Reviewed by: まくろ

I was worried because the reviews about the quality of the guides were mixed. However, the guide who assisted us that day, Mr. Yokota, was very enthusiastic in his explanations and managed the pace perfectly while also handling our two noisy children. We were blessed with good weather and were able to create wonderful memories. I am grateful for that.

Webでガイドさんの質が玉石混淆のような評判だったので、心配していました。
当日相手をして下さったガイドさん(横田さん)は熱心に説明して下さり、やかましい二人の子供を相手しつつペース配分も抜群でした。
天候にも恵まれ、大変良い思い出を作ることが出来ました、感謝しています。

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縄文杉日帰りトレッキングツアー 屋久島で唯一環境省のエコツーリズム研修を受講認定済み by 屋久島の輪

The guide was not good. ガイドさんが悪かった。

Reviewed by: Kana

Please avoid tours from this company. Even if they are a bit more expensive, choose tours from other companies. I had a sad and painful experience due to the poor guide. The guide walked so fast that they left all eight participants behind. The explanations were only at the level found in a guidebook (and the voice was so quiet that more than half of the people couldn't hear), and the responses to our questions were inadequate. Without any explanation about additional fees, they lent us equipment and later asked for payment. The difference compared to other guides around us (who were engaging and provided plenty of explanations) was so stark that I became sad halfway through.

When I later communicated this to the roadside station tourism company, they said it was my fault, and there was no proper apology or even a refund for the equipment rental fees. Now I understand why they are cheaper than others. This company's tours should be avoided. I never expected that a once-in-a-lifetime experience would turn out like this.

この会社のツアーは避けてください。少し高くても、他の会社さんのツアーにしてください。とにかく、ガイドさんが悪くて悲しいつらい思いをしました。ツアー参加者8人全員を置いていくほど速く歩く。ガイドブックに載っている程度の説明しかぜず(しかも声が小さく、半分以上の人が聞こえない)、こちらの質問には適当な返事。料金がかかる等の説明なく、道具を貸して後で金払えと言ってくる。とにかく、周りの別のガイドさん(声掛けも説明もたくさんされている方々ばかりでした)との差がひどくて、途中から悲しくなってきました。
道の駅観光さんに後日上記のことを伝えると、私側が悪いそうで、適切な謝罪もなく、道具貸出の料金返金すらありませんでした。他より安い理由がわかりました。この会社のツアーは避けるべきです。一生に一度の経験が、こんな経験になるとは予想していませんでした。

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白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩まで)トレッキングツアー 5:00または8:00スタートの2つの開始時間から選択可能 by 屋久島の輪

Dreams come true! 夢かなう!

Reviewed by: H.H

It was unfortunately rainy, but I finally got to go after wanting to for four years! It would have been even better if it had been sunny, but I still felt the great nature and got to see the scenery that inspired "Princess Mononoke." It was an amazing time! The greatness of Yakushima can only be understood by seeing it in person!

あいにくの雨でしたが、四年間行きたくてようやく行けました!
晴れだともっと最高でしたが、それでも大自然を感じられ、もののけ姫の舞台となった景色も見れて、最高の時間でした!
生でみないとわからない凄さが屋久島にある!!

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縄文杉日帰りトレッキングツアー 屋久島で唯一環境省のエコツーリズム研修を受講認定済み by 屋久島の輪

I conquered one of the places I wanted to go! 行きたかった場所1つ制覇!

Reviewed by: H.H

It took me four years to finally go, and I made it!
Since I was alone, I joined a tour, but they were attentive to everyone, and I safely reached Jomon Sugi.
Thank you for an amazing time!
Pictures don't do it justice!
It's a place that you have to see in person!

行きたいと思い四年が経ち、ようやく行けました!
1人だったので、ツアーに参加しましたが、終始周りへの気配りもあり安全に縄文杉にたどり着けました^ ^
とても、最高な時間ありがとー!!
写真じゃ伝わらない!
生で見てなんぼの場所!!

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白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩まで)トレッキングツアー 5:00または8:00スタートの2つの開始時間から選択可能 by 屋久島の輪

Early morning at Shirakawa Unsuikyo! 早朝白谷雲水峡!

Reviewed by: Yuuu

This is my third time at Shiratani Unsuikyo, but it was my first time trekking in the early morning! Trekking while feeling the fresh greenery of the morning was amazing! The guide was also great, and I thoroughly enjoyed Taiko Rock.

今回白谷雲水峡自体は三回目ですが
早朝トレッキングは初めてでした!
朝の新緑を感じながらのトレッキングは最高でした!
ガイドさんも良い方で
太鼓岩を十分満喫させて頂きました。

  • 太鼓岩からの景色

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縄文杉日帰りトレッキングツアー 屋久島で唯一環境省のエコツーリズム研修を受講認定済み by 屋久島の輪

A couple in their 57s was able to complete the walk. 57才夫婦でも完歩できました

Reviewed by: 伊賀崎

I usually don't exercise much, so I was worried about the 22-kilometer distance, but thanks to the guide's precise pacing, I was able to complete it successfully. The explanations along the way were clear, and at various points, we were able to take photos, making for a wonderful guide. Seeing Jomon Sugi was a great memory, but even more than that, being able to walk the full 22 kilometers became a cherished memory.

普段はあまり運動もしてなく、22キロという距離が不安でしたがガイドさんの的確なペース配分のお陰で無事に完歩できました。
もちろん途中の説明も分かりやすく、ポイントでは写真も撮っていただき、素晴らしいガイドさんでした。
縄文杉を見られたこともいい思い出ですが、それ以上に22キロ完歩できたことがいい思い出になりました。

  • 大きなハートのウィルソン株です。

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縄文杉半日+白谷雲水峡半日(太鼓岩まで) 2大トレッキングコースを日帰りで! by 屋久島の輪

Rainy Jomon Sugi 雨の縄文杉

Reviewed by: yasmine

It rained continuously from departure to arrival. Initially, I planned to hike from Shiratani Unsuikyo to Jomon Sugi and then to the Arakawa Trailhead, but the trolley path was too monotonous, so I decided to do a round trip in Shiratani Unsuikyo. On the way back, the river was swollen, making for a thrilling crossing. The guide was a bit older, but a veteran, so I felt safe leaving it to him. I was very grateful for his thoughtful care during lunch and breaks!

The next day, I was scheduled to hike Mount Miyanoura, but the guide advised, "It's better to skip it because the rain continues and it's dangerous," so we canceled this time. I would like to request the same guide when I go again next time.

出発~到着までずっと雨。当初白谷雲水峡~縄文杉~荒川登山口の予定でしたが、トロッコ道があまりに単調なので白谷雲水峡にピストン。帰りは川も増水していてスリリングな渡渉になりました。ガイドは少々年配ですが、ベテランガイドさんで、安心しておまかせしていました。昼食時や休憩時もさりげない心遣いに感謝感激!
翌日、宮之浦岳登山の予定でしたが、ガイドさんが『雨が続いて危険だからやめた方がいいよ』と言われたので、今回は中止しました。次回行ったらまたガイドをお願いしたいです。

  • やっぱりすごい❗️縄文杉

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貸切観光タクシー 外国人ゲスト歓迎!英語堪能なドライバーと京都名所を巡る自由観光コース<3時間~/1-9名/京都市内送迎可>by ヤサカ観光

Thank you, Tsuji. 辻さんありがとう

Reviewed by: 沖縄県

They provided a detailed guide in fluent English. I was able to go to the desired locations as planned, and I had a very enjoyable time. Thank you very much.

流暢な英語で詳しくガイドしてくれました。予定場所にも希望通り行くことができてとても楽しい時間でした。ありがとうございました。

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Tokyo Private 1-Day Tour from Yokohama Port or Hotel with Customizable Itinerary

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Reviewed by: Emerson

Took awhile to locate the guide at the port. Would have been easier to find with a more prominent sign. We had 7 people with luggage which completely filled the van. Ended up taking the luggage to our hotel first before starting the tour. Despite the somewhat rocky start due to the van size for our party we ended up having a good day. I would suggest no more than 5 people for that size van when you consider the luggage. The guide was wonderful and went out of her way to ensure we had a good tour and lunch spot. Would do again but with less people.

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Dear Emerson, thank you very much for booking with us and all apologizes for the inconvenience whit the size of the van.
The biggest car can actually fit all luggage you had. However we've mismanaged and brought you the second biggest van. We are now operating all tours from Yokohama (osanbashi terminal) using the largest car, but please excuse us again and thank you for your honest comment.

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It was really a nice to meet you and I am glad that you enjoyed the trip after all

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縄文杉半日+白谷雲水峡半日(太鼓岩まで) 2大トレッキングコースを日帰りで! by 屋久島の輪

I'm tired! 疲れた!

Reviewed by: ユウキ

Since I had a short stay, I chose the Shiratani Unsuikyo & Taiko Rock & Jomon Sugi greedy course. I knew it was meant for physically fit people, but I thought I could manage. However, it really is not suitable for anyone who isn't in great shape! I was still okay in the first half, but on the way back in the second half, my knees started to hurt, and it was tough. I was so exhausted that I couldn't even feel moved when I saw Jomon Sugi. I didn't even have the energy to take photos; all I felt was tiredness and pain in my legs. Let's choose a course that suits our abilities!

滞在日数が少なかったので、白谷雲水峡&太鼓岩&縄文杉のよくばりコースにしました。
体力のある人向けとは分かっていましたが、なんとかなるだろうと選んだのですが
ホントに体力ある人しか選んじゃダメですね!
前半はまだ余裕があったのですが、後半帰り道ヒザが痛くなり、辛かったです。
余裕がなさすぎて、縄文杉を見ても全く感動できなかったほど。
写真を、撮る余裕もなく、疲れたのと、足が痛いのだけでした。
身の丈に合ったコースを選びましょう!

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Thank you for your submission about your experience. Many customers visiting Yakushima come for a 2-night, 3-day stay. If you want to see both Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo, this course is recommended, but it can be quite challenging if you're not physically fit. Next time you visit, please consider changing the season and either walk each course one by one or explore other courses that you haven't visited yet.

Yakushima Road Station Tourism Co., Ltd.
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体験談への投稿、ありがとうございます。
屋久島に来島するお客様は、2泊3日で来られる方が多く、縄文杉も白谷雲水峡も見たい場合は、
このコースがお勧めですが、体力がないと、ただただ辛いだけになってしまいます。
また次回お越しの際には、時期を変え、また1つ1つのコースを歩くか、他に訪れていないコースにお越しください。

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  • もののけ姫の森は、神秘的でした。

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