All Reviews for Private Charter Tours

It was a a long but awesome activity! We really enjoyed the sights in Mt Fuji! Great experience!

I planned to walk 22 km in 10 hours, but it ended up taking me 11 hours. However, I was able to achieve my goal. The organizers adjusted to the pace of the participants and made sure we had time to take photos, which allowed us to enjoy the experience. I was relieved to make it in time for the last bus.

22kmを10時間で歩く予定を11時間かかってしまいましたが目的を達成することができました。
参加者のペースに合わせてくれ、写真を撮る時間を確保してくれたので楽しむことができました。
終バスに間に合って、ホッとしました。

The pickup was on time, and I was able to enjoy the explanations about Yakushima. I also received a lecture on how to walk, and I finished the walk without any injuries.

時間通りに送迎して頂き、屋久島についても説明してもらい楽しむことができました。
歩き方もレクチャーしてもらい、怪我なく歩き終えました。

Guide was extremely friendly and knowledgable. We found anew friend in Japan!

I was worried about the weather and my physical condition, but I managed to do a proper warm-up and took on the challenge. While I was able to maintain my stamina, I did twist my ankle a bit, possibly due to my usual lack of exercise.

There were seven participants this time. One person injured their foot and had to wait at a rest point (they missed seeing Jomon Sugi, but they were able to visit Shiratani Unsuikyo), and another person participated until the end despite being in pain. Despite these challenges, we adhered to the final deadline and completed the course in about 12 hours and 30 minutes (which was an hour later than usual). This course is known to be hard, to the point that some guides refuse to take it, and one guide reportedly suffered a stress fracture due to doing this route repeatedly.

However, despite the busy schedule, the satisfaction of being able to see the highlights of Yakushima's trekking in one day was immense.

This time, there were discrepancies between the tourists and the guides regarding preparations, which caused some confusion about what to bring. We prioritized decisions based on the situation on-site, which turned out well (though there were some gaps in explanations). There were similar issues with other items needed (it seems that what's necessary can vary by season), and I felt a strong desire for more standardized guidelines.

天気と自分の体力が心配でしたが、なんとかｗしっかりと準備運動して挑みましたが、体力は何とか持っても、日ごろの運動不足がたたってか、足を少しひねることがありました。

今回は７名が参加していました。一人は足を痛め途中休憩ポイントで待機（縄文杉はみれませんでしたが、白谷雲水峡OK）、一人は体を痛めながらも最後まで参加。そんなこともありましたが、最終のデッドラインを守って、約１２時間３０分の行程（通常より１時間遅い）で終了。
このコースは、ハードだから元から受けないガイドさんやこれが恐らくこれが原因で疲労骨折したガイドさん（連日この内容だった為）がいるほどのものらしいです。

ただ、忙しい内容ではありますが、屋久島のトレッキングの見どころ？が一日で見て周れる満足感は一入でした。

今回、観光の方とガイドの方の言い分に相違があり、持ち物の準備で困ることもありましたが、現場優先で決断。よかったです（説明に過不足あり）。他の準備物にもそのようなことがあり（時期によって、必要・不必要があるそうですが）、しっかりと統一されたものがほしいと感じました。

This is a challenging course that is originally meant to be completed over two days, but we did it in one. It requires not only physical strength but also the mental fortitude to not give up. There were times when I felt like I might break. However, the sense of accomplishment and emotion was multiplied many times over. Thanks to the guide's consideration and pacing, I also have fond memories of being unable to move for two days due to muscle soreness and fatigue.

本来は2日かけるコースを1日でまわるため厳しいコースです。体力だけでなく、諦めない気力も必要だと思います。私も何度か心が折れそうに。でもその分達成感と感動は何倍にもなります。ガイドさんの心配り・ペース配分のおかげもありました。2日は筋肉痛と疲労で動けなくなったのもいい思い出です。

Taiji was our tour guide on this trip just this March 2017. He brought us to a temple, the lake with Mt. Fuji view and Gotemba shopping area. All with considerations on our end. He was very friendly and accommodating, answered questions about the trip.
We had lunch with him and he shared stories with us. He also asked questions about us and he also took our pictures.

He even offered to wait for our shopping time and when we're about to get off, he asked if we have plans for the next day because he's willing to give a city tour. However we do have planned itinerary already so we just thanked him.

He also helped me find my purse which I lost on that day. Sadly, we weren't able to retrieve it.

I recommend him as a very friendlya nd helpful tour guide. He speaks english well and can converse naturally.

It's worth to spend the money because you get to visit more places and be able to stay longer an the area that you like.

I wasn't very confident in my physical strength, so I chose the course to Taiko Rock, but it wasn't too tough, and the guide's explanations and stories were interesting, making for a wonderful day. The guide's love for moss was amazing! I think they provided explanations that made the course even more enjoyable, including stories from "Princess Mononoke." This time the weather was perfect, but I would like to see the lush forest as well, so I want to go again. Thank you very much!

あまり体力に自信がなかったので太鼓岩までのコースにしましたが、辛くもなく、ガイドさんの説明やお話しも面白く、とても良い1日になりました。
ガイドさんの苔に対する愛情がすごかった^ ^
もののけ姫のお話しと合わせて紹介してくれたり、よりコースを楽しめる説明をしてくれたと思います。
今回は晴天で最高でしたが、潤った森も見てみたいのでまた行きたいです。
ありがとうございました★

It was my first time tracking, but I was able to climb without any issues.

The breathtaking view at the top...!!!!
I was truly moved.
I highly recommend the set to Taiko Rock.

初めてのトラッキングでしたが、
問題なく登れました。

登りきった先の超絶景…！！！！
本当に感動です。
太鼓岩までのセットを強くお勧めします。

I had a great time! I visited the beautiful Shiratani Unsuikyo, the mossy forest, and Taiko Rock. The tour has a wonderful guide. I highly recommend it! (｡Ő▽Ő｡)ﾉ

とても楽しかったです！
きれいな白谷雲水峽、苔むす森、太鼓岩に行きました。ツアーは素敵なガイドさんがいますょ。おすすめです！(｡Ő▽Ő｡)ﾉ

I thought the Jomon Sugi would be too physically demanding, so I chose this course. The guide was a cheerful middle-aged veteran man. He was knowledgeable about plants and took photos for us at various spots, which was enjoyable. We were also able to take great photos with the camera we brought!

縄文杉は体力的にムリかなと思って、このコースを選びました。ガイドさんは、愉快な中年ベテラン男性。植物にも詳しく、随所で写真も撮って頂き、楽しかったです。双方持参したこだまでいい写真も撮れました！

On the morning of our tour, our guide, Taiji was waiting when we exited our hotel lobby. After introductions, Taiji familiarized himself with folding my wife’s wheelchair. Once we were in our seats, we explained that we would prefer not to participate in the hot springs bathing. Taiji accepted this and said we should still see the lakes and towns along the way to Mount Fuji as they are quite remarkable.

Taiji took us to the World Heritage Site Visitor Center where we watched an informative video about Mount Fuji. It was there that my wife noticed photography by Rocky Tanaka. We later learned Taiji and he are friends. At the end of our tour Taiji arranged for us to meet with Mr. Tanaka so we could view his gallery and purchase a piece of his art.

From the Visitor Center, we traveled on to see lakes and ponds which have formed by snow melt from Mount Fuji. Some of the villages along the way also exist only because Mount Fuji is towering in the distance. Mount Fuji is a Religious symbol to the Japanese.
We saw and ate white strawberries for the first time. We saw a traditional Japanese home with a thatch roof that will last for 100+ years. We saw bonsai trees and gardens and shops and fish ponds with giant fish and markets. We ate a traditional Japanese meal in an authentic Japanese restaurant where no one spoke English except for us. The food was DELICIOUS and the portions were HUGE! Then we continued on to the Fifth Station.

Taiji is an exceptional tour guide: He was a very safe and capable driver. Even in the high traffic areas of Tokyo’s interstate, we felt we were in safe hands. His English is impeccable and he is extremely articulate. His manners are first rate and he was professional, observant and intuitive. He has a seemingly unending knowledge of Japanese history and culture.

I am a 30-year-old woman with no regular exercise habits, and I climb low mountains about once every three months.

This was a two-night, three-day whirlwind tour, and I signed up for this tour because I thought, "Since we're here, we want to see both Yakushima and Shiratani Unsuikyo!" On the day of the tour, it rained on and off all day... so rain gear is essential. I thought having a raincoat and a folding umbrella would be very convenient. On the other hand, the vibrant green of the moss was incredibly beautiful.

Since we were visiting two places in one day, the first half (from Shiratani Unsuikyo to Taiko Rock) felt particularly fast-paced.

I had heard that if you are just going to see Jomon Sugi, you don't need a guide, but I was able to enjoy Yakushima even more by listening to the guide's explanations about each tree and the island's formation!

In areas around Taiko Rock and Jomon Sugi where the paths become steep, it's much easier to climb with light gear, leaving everything except valuables behind. For those who are hesitant to leave their bags, I think it would be good to bring a large backpack for your belongings and a waist pouch for your valuables.

I was very satisfied with the wonderful scenery and the knowledgeable guide. This tour is recommended for those who are confident in their physical fitness, as you will be walking from morning until evening.

普段の運動習慣はなく、低山に三ヶ月に一回登るか登らないかという30歳女です。

二泊三日の弾丸ツアーとなり、『せっかくなので屋久島と白谷雲水峡の両方みたいよね！』ということで本ツアーに申し込みしました。当日は一日中雨が降ったり止んだりで…雨具は必須です。カッパと折り畳み傘があると便利だなと思いました。その代わり苔の緑が生き生きとしていてとても綺麗でした。

1日で二つ回る、ということもあり、前半（白谷雲水峡〜太鼓岩まで）は特にかなりのハイペースに感じました。

縄文杉だけをみに行くのであれば、ガイドさんをつけなくても良い、とも聞いていたのですが、やはりガイドさんからそれぞれの木の説明や屋久島の成り立ちについての話を聞くことができ、屋久島をより楽しむことができました！

太鼓岩周辺や縄文杉周辺など道が険しくなるあたりでは、貴重品以外は置いて軽装で登った方がぐっと楽になりますので、荷物を置いて行くことに抵抗のある方は、荷物を入れる大きなリュックの他に貴重品を入れるウエストポーチなどを持っていけば良いかと思います。

素晴らしい景色と的確なガイドに大満足でした。朝から夕方まで歩きっぱなしになりますので、体力に自信のある方にはおすすめのツアーです。

A great day spent with our guide. He was very well informed and friendly. We saw so much in our short time from shrines, temples, the Palace and we were even lucky enough to see part of an traditional wedding. Lunch was something we'd not experienced before but was very delicious. Looking forward to coming back and spending more time next time.

Shoji was a super host and guide. Made our day trip through Kyoto most enjoyable. His time management was effective and led us through with enough time to make trip back to Tokyo. Lexus car was very clean and comfortable for 3 people

I was planning my schedule for the weekend, Friday to Sunday, while participating from Fukuoka. I really wanted to visit these two places, so I found a tour that goes to Jomon Sugi on Saturday and Shiratani on half of Sunday. However, since my flight back to Fukuoka is at 11:00, I thought it would be impossible to do a tour on the third day, and I was considering returning via Kagoshima. While searching, I found this site. I actually visited both places and was able to enjoy satisfying trekking.

The departure was from Shiratani Hiroba. The path was muddy due to the rain, but the moss in the mossy forest was beautifully fresh. When I reached the trolley road, the rain had stopped, and the route was smooth and not crowded, allowing us to reach Jomon Sugi. The guide explained that if we started from the Arakawa trailhead, we would have to march while stepping on the railway ties, which would be crowded, so we climbed from here instead. However, I regret that after parting ways with the guide and descending to Arakawa, there was a discrepancy in the schedule and bus times, causing us to return to the hotel late.

Next, I would like to aim for a day trip to Mount Kuju.

福岡からの参加で週末の金土日を利用して予定を考えていました。この２ヶ所を是非行きたいので土曜日を縄文杉、日曜日の半分を白谷というツアーは見つけていたのですが、福岡の帰りの飛行機が１１：００発なので3日目のツアーは無理と考え鹿児島経由で帰ろうか？など探していたところ、こちらのサイトで見つけました。実際に2つを行き、満足できるトレッキングが出来ました。
出発は白谷広場からでした。雨模様の足元がぬかるむ道でしたが、苔むす森を通った時の苔はみずみずしい美しさがありました。トロッコ道に出たときは雨も上がり、順路もスムーズで混んでなく、縄文杉までたど着きました。荒川登山口からの歩きだと線路の枕木を踏みながらの行進になるので、また混みあうのでこちらから登ったとガイドさんが説明してくれました。ただ、帰りをガイドさんと別れて荒川口に下りたので行程時間やバス時間にズレが出てホテルに帰るのが遅れてしまった点は反省でした。
次は日帰り宮之浦岳登山を目指したいと思っています。

I was guided by Natsuko, who can provide tours in English, along with my German friend to places like Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji, and Arashiyama. Her thoughtfulness, language skills, and knowledge of history were all wonderful, and my friend from overseas was very pleased. Her explanations at each temple and shrine were profound, and I believe she has studied very well. I would definitely like to explore Kyoto again with Natsuko as my guide. Thank you very much!

ドイツ人の友人と共に二条城、金閣寺、嵐山などを英語ガイドが出来る夏子さんに案内して頂きました。彼女の細やかな思いやりも語学力も歴史の知識も全てが素晴らしく、海外からの友人もとても喜んでおられました。それぞれの寺社での彼女の説明は奥深く、とてもよく勉強されていると思います。また京都観光をするときにはまた夏子さんのガイド付きで是非回ってみたいです。本当にありがとうございした。

It was rainy and cold all day, but the guide really lifted the atmosphere, so I was able to walk without getting too tired. I was unsure about visiting two places at the same time, but for those short on time, I recommend this course.

一日中雨で寒い中ガイドの方が雰囲気を盛りあげてくれたので、あまり疲れる事なく歩けました。二ヶ所同時に行くのはどうかと思いましたが、時間のない方はこのコースがお勧めです。

A nice overview of Tokyo with a chance to see major attractions in One day.
Our Tour Guide Taiji Endo was professional, friendly and informative. He gave us a lot of background and history of the sites we visited.
Highly recommend this tour.

I had a guide from Yakushima who shared many stories about the unique plants and nature of Yakushima while we took lots of photos. It was an experience that you definitely can't have in the city. Although the course was quite challenging, the magnificent views afterward made me forget everything else. I would love to request this guide again when I visit Yakushima next time. Thank you very much.

屋久島出身のガイドさんで、沢山の屋久島ならではの草木や自然のお話、沢山聞きながら写真も撮りながら、都会では絶対に味わえない経験を見て感じられました。とてもきついコースではありましたが、その後の壮大な景色は全てを忘れさせてくれます。又是非屋久島に来た際にはお願いしたいと思います。ありがとうございました。

It was cloudy, but it didn't rain, and the forest was incredibly beautiful. The timing was great, and I was able to trek comfortably. The pace was just right, and the guide taught us various things, which was interesting. As a Studio Ghibli fan, there were many exciting points, and it was the best experience. I'm really glad I went to see the unique forest scenery. I definitely want to go again.

曇りだったけど雨は降らず、森はすごく綺麗だった。
時間帯も良く、快適にトレッキングできました。
ペースもちょうど良く、ガイドさんも色々教えてくれて、面白かった。ジブリファンとしては高まるポイントが多々あって最高でした。中々味わえない森の風景で本当に行って良かった。必ずまた行きたい。

We just arrived from a fun filled experience tour in Tokyo. Our pickup transfer driver/guide arrived on time but unfortunately we got lost in locating the exact meeting area because of the wrong map that was given by the agency. Through the help of a Filipina working at Narita airport we were able to contact our guide. Inspite of the rain, our guide Taji still managed to bring us to Meguro River with full bloom cherry blossom trees and to the (secret) as described by our guide long stretch of cherry blossom trèes not popular to tourists.He also recommended an authentic and tasty ramen for our group to try. Thank you Taji for the wonderful experience!

The weather was bad, and my husband's foot condition worsened, so in the end, it turned into a tour focused solely on Jomon Sugi, but it was a very fulfilling experience. This is all thanks to our guide. Although we mentioned that we had some mountain climbing experience, our knowledge was that of beginners, so the guide taught us how to use trekking poles, and since it was just the two of us, they took many memorable photos at beautiful spots. Above all, the various stories shared were very interesting. I truly believe it was a wonderful tour. The next day, we went to Kumsoikyo on our own, and we were able to take our time on the round trip to Taiko Rock, which I thought was great in its own way. The lunch we had at Shiosai was also delicious.

天候も悪かったのですが、一緒に行った主人の足の具合が悪くなり、結局は縄文杉だけのツアーになってしまったのですが、とても充実したツアーとなりました。これもひとえにガイドさんのおかげです。私たちは山登りの経験があるといったものの、初心者の知識だったので、ストックの使い方などを教えてくださったり、私たちだけだったのもあるかもしれませんが、本当に記念に残るようなスポットで写真をたくさん撮ってくださったり、何より色々なお話が面白かったです。とてもよいツアーだったと心から思います。翌日の雲水峡に自分たちで行きましたが、太鼓岩の往復をじっくりできて、これはこれでよかったと思いました。お昼に寄った潮騒も美味しかったです。

Compared to the Jomon Sugi tour, this was a shorter and more accessible tour. Most of the people walking seemed to be individuals, and since the path is straightforward, I think I’ll try walking it myself next time. The scenery is enchanting, and when you reach the top, you can enjoy the stunning view from Taiko Rock, which gives a sense of accomplishment. I was surprised to see a Yakuzaru walking, which I hadn’t seen yesterday. It was the only animal I saw on this trip, and I was really happy about it.

縄文杉ツアーと比べると、歩く距離が短く、お手軽なツアーでした。歩いている方のほとんどは個人で来られているようで、迷うことのない道ですから二回目以降は自分で歩いてみようと思う場所です。景色は幻想的で、上まで登ると太鼓岩からの絶景を見られるので達成感があります。昨日は見られなかったヤクザルが歩いていてびっくりしました。今回の旅で唯一みられた動物でうれしかったです。

Our customized tour with Fuji-san was amazing, as we had only one full day in Kyoto I was worried we wouldn't get to see everything. Not only did we do everything we had on our list, but he took special interest in showing us things for our young children (ages 3 and almost 6) that we hadn't considered doing, such as the Toei Movie studios lot. My son LOVES Power Rangers, it was the highlight of his trip, and my daughter thoroughly enjoyed the female heroine of the samurai show. He suggested a better order of doing things, so that we could see certain sights before they became too crowded. When we admired the view of Kyoto from the mountainside, he took us to a nearby temple with panoramic views of the city. He knew great spots for taking the best photos, and where to eat. He was kind and patient with our rambunctious children, and explained the history and meaning behind EVERYTHING, from the statues to the temple bells. In addition, the van we rented was spacious, comfortable, and impeccably clean. I would definitely book with VELTRA again, and would give Fuji-san the highest rating possible for his knowledge, patience, sweet demeanor and excellent English. Thank you Fuji-san for an unforgettable day!

We were picked up by our guide at around 4:30 AM at our accommodation and headed to the entrance of Shiratani Unsuikyo. Along with the two of us, there were five others in our group, making a total of seven participants.

Since we started in complete darkness with headlamps, we couldn't enjoy the scenery at all. About 1.5 hours into the hike, when we stopped for breakfast at a mountain hut, it finally became bright enough to see our surroundings.

We passed through the mossy forest that inspired "Princess Mononoke," jumped at Taiko Rock, and enjoyed our lunch at the Wilson Cedar stump.

Once we reached the trolley path, it became monotonous and very boring.

The Jomon Cedar was truly magnificent, but we could only view it from a wooden deck under construction, so we couldn't get as close as I had hoped. Even taking photos from a distance didn't convey the impressive scale.

I understand it's for protection, but honestly, I wish we could have gotten a bit closer.

Also, I think the course that covers both Shiratani Unsuikyo and Jomon Cedar in one day would be tough for those who don't usually exercise. There was someone in our group who seemed to be in pain with their knees.

There were many rocky areas, and the stairs had significant height differences, putting a lot of strain on the knees.

On the way back, while some people took a shortcut on the trolley path to catch a bus, we decided to follow our guide back via the mountain-crossing Unsuikyo route. It took about 1.5 hours longer than taking the bus, but I was glad we did it because I wanted to see the Unsuikyo scenery in the daylight.

If you exercise regularly, as long as you go at your own pace, it shouldn't be too tough.

ガイドさんに朝4:30頃に宿でピックアップしてもらい、白谷雲水峡の入り口へ。
私達2名の他に、グループで参加している人たち5名と合わせて7名での行動。

白谷雲水峡は真っ暗な中ヘッドライト装着での進行のため景色は一切楽しめず。
スタートして1.5時間後ほど経ち、山小屋で朝食をとるころにようやくまわりが見えるくらいに明るくなる。

もののけ姫の題材となった苔むす森を通ったり、太鼓岩でジャンプしたり楽しみながらウィルソン杉の切り株のところで昼食。

トロッコ道になってから単調で非常に退屈。

縄文杉はとても偉大だったけど、作成途中の木製デッキの上から眺めるだけで
おもったよりも近づけなかった。遠目に写真をとってもイマイチ迫力は伝わってこない。

保護のために仕方ないのだろうけど、もう少し近づけたらよかったなぁ、、というのが正直な感想。

また、普段運動していない人にはこの白谷雲水峡と縄文杉を一日で周るコースは辛いと思います。グループ内でも膝を痛そうにしている人がいました。

岩場が多く、階段も段差が大きいので膝への負担が大きいです。


帰りはトロッコ道からショートカットしてバスに乗って帰る人もいるなか、
私たちはガイドさんについて行って山越え雲水峡ルートで帰ることに。
バスで帰るより1.5時間くらい時間はかかるが、
雲水峡の景色を明るい中で見たかったので行ってよかった。

普段から運動をしていれば、マイペースで進む限り辛くはありません。

We did not find Fuji but instead Taiji our guide who has helped to turn bad weather into an interesting trip. We visited the Kimono museum, traditional Japanese noodles house with fresh organic ingredient from the farm (and Horse Sushi I know!) and end the trip with shopping spree in Gotemba before being dropped off at the hotel. Special thanks for extra Japanese vocab and help with contact in Kyoto.

Our group consisted four adults including two 6'3 250 lb guys. Our driver, Fuji, was an absolute pleasure; well spoken, well prepared, insightful and courteous. We were picked up in a Toyota Century - a $100,000 luxury sedan. As a car enthusiast this was a delight as it's something we don't get stateside and the only V12 made by Toyota (outside of Formula 1!). We were very comfortable in the car. I had written up a plan of sites to see, Fuji commented on each location and we pared it down to 6 chosen locations.

What we saw in our 6 hour tour was easily 2 days worth of content. We started the day at Kennin-ji to see the dragon and walk the grounds, then headed towards Arashiyama via Uzumasa (Fuji recommended). In Arashiyama we saw the Tenryu-ji temple then walked along the Bamboo Forest road, we split for the monkeys and an owl cafe. Then took in the Katsura River and the general beautiful scenery with some shopping and headed for Kinkaku-Ji by way of Ninna-ji. Then we went to Fuji's secret overview spot with a glass tea house. From there we walked the 1001 Buddha statues in Sanjusangendo where Fuji gave history lessons on the deities, the religious text/background and archery competition famous to the area. Finally we were dropped off in Gion to walk Shirakawa-Minami Dori and observe the geisha and folks in costume with the beautiful scenery.

Fuji's insightful comments to each site were well appreciated, his VIP treatment with drop off/pick up was a boon for our more handicap party members and the ability to adjust the tour (bathroom, food, etc.) was well worth the extra expense over a comparable tour bus. His suggested locations and activities gave us a behind the scenes look in Kyoto as well as the typical iconography in the area. We will happily use this service again in our next trip.

For a group of 3 or more individuals this type of tour makes good financial sense and the convenience over a tour bus or larger grouped setting is invaluable.

During my first visit to Yakushima, I wanted to see as much as possible in my short two-night, three-day stay, so I chose this challenging course. (laughs) I had only done a six-hour mountain trek once before and had no experience, and since I usually work in an office, I was filled with anxiety, but I managed to get through it!

Unfortunately, the weather on the day in Yakushima was rainy all day, with temperatures around 3° to 5° near the summit, and the footing was somewhat poor. There were several times I thought I couldn't go on! However, the sense of accomplishment after walking for 12 hours was immense.

Even with my Gore-Tex rainwear, I ended up getting wet inside, so I was really glad I brought a change of clothes.

The guide was very helpful, sharing information about Yakushima and pointing out highlights along the way. That day, my group had the tour all to ourselves!

Other guides were handing out snacks, so there might be some differences depending on the guide (laughs).

When it was raining, the view from Taiko Rock was completely obscured, and everything was white. That was a bit disappointing, but it was definitely worth seeing with my own eyes.

I noticed a few people from other tours who had to retire along the way, so I think whether you can complete it or not varies by individual. However, if you can handle a six-hour mountain climb, I believe you can reach the goal without retiring.

As for Jomon Sugi, it is now surrounded by nets, and you can only see it from a very far distance, which was disappointing.

I ran into some local guides at a bar, and they mentioned that this course is chosen by only about 20 out of 300 people, making it an athlete's course (laughs). If you're considering this, keep that in mind and prepare yourself, and you might find it manageable!

Next time, I want to take my time and enjoy the nature of Yakushima even more, as it is such a wonderful place!

初めての屋久島で、二泊三日という短い滞在の中、できるだけ多く見たいと思い、こちらの過酷なコースを選択しました。（笑）
トレッキング経験は6時間程度の山を1度したきり、全くなく、普段はオフィスワークな為、不安しかありませんでしたが、何とかなりました‼︎

当日の屋久島の天気はあいにくの一日中雨で、気温も山頂付近で3°〜5°とゆう悪天候の中、足場も多少悪く、何度かもう無理！と思いましたが、12時間歩いた後の達成感は、非常に大きいです。

ゴアテックスの上下レインウェアでさえ、無力で中は濡れてしまったので、着替えを持っていって本当に助かりました。

ガイドさんも屋久島のことや、歩きながら見どころなどを伝えていただいて、ありがたかったです。
この日は、私のグループだけで貸切でした！

他のガイドさんは、差し入れなどを配ったりしていたので、ガイドさんによって個人差はあるかもしれません（笑）

雨などが降っていると、太鼓岩からの景色は全く見えず、真っ白でした。
そこが少し残念でしたが、自分の目で見る価値はかなりあります。

途中すれ違う際に、他のツアーの方でリタイアされる方も何名かいらっしゃったので、できるかできないかは、個人差があるかなと思いますが、6時間程度の山登りができる方であれば、リタイアすることもなく、ゴールできると思います(^^)

縄文杉までは、ネットが張られていて、パンフレットなどで見る距離感ではなく、非常に遠くからしか見れなくなっているので、そこが残念でした。

地元のガイドさん達と飲み屋で遭遇しましたが、こちらのコースは、300人中20人程度しか選ばないアスリートコースだそうです（笑）
迷われている方はそれを踏まえて覚悟して行くと、頑張れるかと思います！

今度はもっとゆっくり余裕を持って、屋久島の自然を見たいなと思うくらい、素敵な場所でした‼︎