All Reviews for River and Lake Activities

It was more fun than I expected. The weather wasn't great on the day, but it didn't rain, and the guide even performed a song, which was friendly. I used it during the day, but I think the night view would be beautiful as well.

思っていた以上に楽しかったです
当日は天気がいまいちでしたが、雨は降らず、案内の方が歌も披露してくれて、フレンドリーでした。
利用したのは昼間でしたが、夜ならば夜景も綺麗かと思います。

In mid-October, we were blessed with perfect weather, making it an incredibly enjoyable experience. The two-hour course included everything from explanations and changing clothes (putting on raincoats, boots, and life jackets) to the kayaking experience and receiving photos, so the actual kayaking was probably about an hour. However, it was quite satisfying due to the physical activity involved.

We paddled through a very calm and sparkling lake with a transparent bottom, with only the wind and waves from distant sightseeing boats creating some ripples. It was impressive how quiet it was, allowing us to hear the guide's voice clearly amidst the magnificent scenery.

The soft serve ice cream we had afterward was delicious! It was such a wonderful experience that I would love to go again in a different season.

10月の半ばで、これ以上ないお天気に恵まれて、最高に楽しい体験でした。
説明、着替え（カッパと長靴、救命胴衣の装着）、カヤック体験、写真受け取りまで全部含めて2時間のコースなので、カヤック自体は1時間くらいだったのでしょうか。でも、運動量もあるのでかなり満足感があります。
風や遠くの遊覧船で起こる波があるくらいでとても穏やかでキラキラの湖面を、底が透明なカヤックで進みます。雄大な景色の中なのに、ガイドさんの声がよく聞こえるくらい静かなのが印象的でした。
終わってから食べたソフトクリームの美味しかったこと！
また違う季節にも行ってみたいと思うくらい素敵な体験でした。

I had the opportunity to experience the Hozu River boat ride again after a long time. This time, I participated with my wife and our two children. A week before our experience, due to the slow-moving typhoon, the dam released water, resulting in lower water levels and a gentler current than usual on the day of our ride. Despite that, the children were extremely excited. Since it was still quite hot with lingering summer heat, the sun was intense, and towards the end, our younger child got a bit tired from the heat. However, they expressed a desire to ride again, so I would like to experience it once more during the autumn foliage season.

久しぶりに保津川下りを体験させて頂きました。
今回は妻と子供２人との参加でした。
体験１週間前にノロノロ台風の影響でダムの水を放流してしまい、当日は水位がいつもより低く、水流もそんなに激しくもなく穏やかな乗船となりました。
子供たちはそれでも大興奮でした。
まだまだ残暑残る中での乗船だったので、日差しがきつく最後のほうは下の子供が少し暑さでバテテしまいましたが、また乗船したいと言っているので、今度は紅葉の時期に再度体験させて頂きたいと思います。

I was worried about the weather as a typhoon was approaching, but my beloved dog also put his back legs in the canoe for the first time. By the time we returned, he was enjoying the wind on the canoe. Thanks to the guide's easy-to-understand explanations, I learned a lot and was happy to create wonderful memories with my dog! (It was worth bringing him on the plane.)

台風が接近してきていたので天候が心配でしたが愛犬も初め後ろ足をカヌーに入れてましたが戻る頃にはカヌーの上で風を気持ち良さげにきり、ガイドさんの分かりやすい説明で物知りにもなれ、愛犬と共に素敵な想い出をつくれて嬉しかったです！(飛行機に乗せて連れて行った甲斐がありました)

In late September, which is colder compared to Honshu, the free rental raincoats kept us warm, and the life jackets were also free, providing peace of mind. Unlike river kayaking, this was calm, so helmets weren't necessary, allowing for beautiful photos.

The day before it rained, and unfortunately, it was cloudy on the day of our outing, but the blue of the lake and the river running alongside it was beautiful, and we even saw some fish. The guide's talk was enjoyable, and I was happy that they shared the photos and videos taken on the boat. It was a great keepsake since we usually don't get to take pictures of ourselves.

I heard that it's possible to participate in winter as well, so I would like to join again. Thank you very much.

本州と比べると寒い9月下旬、無料レンタルの上下別レインコートで寒さも防げるし、ライフジャケットも無料なので安心。川のカヤックと違い穏やかなので、ヘルメット不要なので写真も綺麗に写れる。
前日は雨で当日もあいにくの曇り空だったが、湖やその横を走る川の青さ(碧さ)も美しく、お魚も見られました。ガイドさんのトークも楽しくて、船上で撮影してくれた写真や動画もシェアしてくれて嬉しかった。なかなか自分達では撮られないので良い記念になりました。
冬も参加できるとのことでしたので、また参加したいと思いました。
どうもありがとうございました。

I was very moved while listening to the songs performed by the singer as the boat sailed through Hakata Bay. It was a lot of fun.

歌い手さんが奏でる歌を聞きながら博多湾に船が走っていきとても感動しました。
とても楽しかったです。

Currently, the river has little water, so it wasn't an exhilarating river descent, but the boatman's storytelling was great. I've heard that in October, the scenery will be wonderful with the autumn leaves.

今は川の水が少なく、迫力ある川下りではなかったが、船頭さんのしゃべりがよかった。10月になれば紅葉で素晴らしい景色になるそうです。

It was my first time kayaking, and I was blessed with great weather, enjoying the magnificent scenery and the beautiful blue of Lake Shikotsu! There were many participants that day, and they really got everyone excited by taking lots of photos, referring to themselves as teams from different prefectures (laughs). I had a wonderful time. Thank you very much!

初めてのカヤックでしたが、お天気にも恵まれ壮大な景色と支笏湖ブルーを堪能できました!この日は参加人数も多かったのですが、各県チームと称し(笑)写真も沢山撮っていただき盛り上げてくださいました。とても楽しかったです。ありがとうございました

We rented a private boat as a family. It was a hot day with a 12:00 boarding time, but the boat had a roof, so it wasn't hot at all, and it felt very pleasant. We had lunch on the boat, bringing our own rice balls and other snacks. Along the way, a convenience store boat came by, and we bought some pickled cucumbers, which made for the perfect lunch with our rice balls and croquettes! They got really close to us, and their maneuvering skills were impressive.

The captain spoke to us gently at key moments, showing consideration for our family's relaxing time. It was a very satisfying hour! Thank you!

家族で貸切で乗りました。12:00からの乗船で暑い日だったのですが、船には屋根もあり暑くなく、とても気持ちよかったです。船の中でお昼ご飯を食べました。おにぎり等持ち込みました。途中水上コンビニの船が来てくださり、きゅうりの浅漬を買い持ち込んだおにぎりとコロッケで最高のランチが出来ました！ギリギリまで近寄ってくれてその操作技術が素晴らしかったです。
船頭さんは要所要所で穏やかに話しかけてくださり、家族でゆっくりしている時間を気遣ってくださいました。大満足の1時間でした！ありがとうございました！

I signed up for this tour because I wanted my children to have an experience in Hokkaido for the first time. Since we had done kayaking a few times in the remote islands of Okinawa, we were able to do it smoothly, which was great. The scenery was truly Hokkaido, surrounded by mountains, with a light mist adding to the very magical atmosphere, and I was moved by its beauty. The children were also amazed by the clarity of the water. I learned that in winter, you can do this with snow piled up, so I want to come back in winter as well. It's a quick and easy tour, so I recommend it.

子供たちと初めての北海道で、何か体験をさせたくて、こちらのツアーを申し込みました。
沖縄の離島などで何度かカヤックを体験していたのでスムーズにできたのでよかったです。
景色は、さすが北海道だな〜という山に囲まれ、うっすら霧もでてきて、とても幻想的な雰囲気のなかその美しさに感動しました。
子供たちも、水の透明感などに驚いていました。
冬は雪が積もった中するとのことで、冬にも来たくなりました。
サクッとできるツアーなので、おすすめです。

I had a great time!
The scenery of the river, mountains, and trolley was beautiful!
At the end, there were festival-like foods from a food boat. ✨

とても楽しかったです！
川と山とトロッコの景色が綺麗でした！
最後には屋台船でお祭りのような食べ物がありました✨

The parking lot was well-equipped, allowing us to enjoy our sightseeing in Kyoto with peace of mind. The boatman's stories were very interesting, and the time spent enjoying the breathtaking views was truly invaluable. I look forward to experiencing the scenery that shows different expressions with each season again.

駐車場完備で安心して京都観光できました。
船頭さんのお話がとっても興味深く、絶景を楽しみながらの時間は何にも変え難いものでした。
季節ごとに違った表情を見せてくれる景色をまた堪能したあです。、

I rode the Hozu River boat for the first time, and it was thrilling and fun. The scenery along the Hozu River is beautiful, so it was very refreshing.

保津川下りに初めて乗りましたが、スリルがあり、楽しかったです。保津川は景色も綺麗なので、とても癒やされました。

The journey from Kameoka to Arashiyama took just under two hours, and I was able to enjoy it very leisurely. On the day I participated, the water level and flow were low, and I was impressed by the boatmen who kept us entertained while paddling under the blazing sun. There were many foreign tourists, and there were explanations in English, but I found myself laughing at the dad jokes that foreigners probably wouldn't understand. I learned that in the past, agricultural products and rice were transported to the capital in this way, and I can only imagine the hard work that went into it. It was deeply moving to think that I was part of this ongoing tradition while riding on that boat. Thank you very much.

亀岡から嵐山まで2時間弱の旅、とてもゆっくり過ごせました。参加した日は水量や流れが少なく、炎天下で漕ぎ続けて盛り上げてくれた船頭さん達には脱帽です。外国人旅行客が多く英語を交えた案内もありましたが、外国人にはわからないであろうおやじギャグにツボりました。昔はこのように農産物やお米が都へ運ばれたとのこと、大変なご苦労だったと思います。今も続く伝統と、その船に乗っているんだなと思うと感慨深いものがありました。ありがとうございました。

Participated with my dog.
The instructor was kind and cheerful, making it enjoyable and安心 to join.
Thank you very much.

ワンコと一緒に参加
親切で愉快なインストラクターさんで楽しく安心して参加することができました。
ありがとうございました

On June 26, 2024, I took a boat ride down the Hozu River. It was the rainy season, and the previous day had been canceled, but today we were blessed with wonderfully refreshing weather that was neither too hot nor humid. From the moment I boarded, I was filled with excitement. The veteran boatman, perhaps? He skillfully guided us while facing backward and entertained the foreign guests in English. I had a great time and definitely want to go again. The boatman's biceps were impressive!

２０２４・６・２６
保津川下り遊船しました。梅雨の時期で前日は中止でしたが本日は見事に爽やかなな風に蒸し暑くもなく天候に恵まれました。乗った瞬間からワクワクどきどきでしたベテランの船頭さんでしょうか?随所で後ろ向きなのに案内され外国の方には英語で楽しませておられ、とても楽しく過ごせ、また必ず行きたい気持ちになりましたね
船頭さんの上腕二頭筋が素晴らしかった

On a Friday morning just before the rainy season, with low water levels, I participated in this activity. It was relaxing, with occasional swift currents. The sky was blue, and I could feel the wind. I saw herons, ducks, turtles, and soft-shelled turtles, making it a pleasant experience. The boatmen worked hard, rowing with great effort, and they were also good at storytelling. When the water level is low, moving stones from the riverbed is part of their job.

They also let us experience rowing from the bow, which was very enjoyable. This traditional activity, which has been continued for over 400 years, is a part of the culture. I felt that it is something one should experience while living in Japan.

水量の少ない、梅雨直前の平日金曜日の朝、参加。ゆったりと、そしてたまに急な流れのところあり、空は青く、風が感じられ、サギ、鴨、亀、スッポンなど見られ、気持ちの良いアクティビティでした。船頭さんは３人ですごく頑張って漕いでくれて、お話も上手、水かさが少ないと川底の石をどかすことも仕事の内だとか。
舳先で漕ぐ体験もさせてくれてとても楽しかったです。400年も前から続く伝統のアクティビティは文化です。日本に住み、経験しておくべき、と思いました

On the day we headed there by car, I was worried that the strong winds would make it difficult to kayak, but the guide was very kind and provided thorough instructions, allowing us to enjoy ourselves with peace of mind. While learning about the beauty of Lake Shikotsu, we were able to take photos in various spots, and we enjoyed it even more afterward! Since it's an activity that you can easily participate in, I highly recommend it to anyone passing by during their travels.

当日車で向かっている最中、風が強く、カヤックに乗れたとしても揺れないか心配でしたが、ガイドさんもとても優しく丁寧に案内してくださり、安心して楽しむことができました。
支笏湖の良さを教えていただきながら、いろんな場面で写真を撮っていただき、終わってからも再度楽しめました！
身軽に参加できるのもあって、旅の最中近くを通る方にはぜひやってみてもらいたいアクティビティです。

I was worried that we wouldn't be able to go river rafting due to the rising water after the heavy rain, but I'm glad we could. I thought we would get really wet, but it was nice that we didn't get too soaked.

大雨の次の日の増水で川下りはできないかと思ってましたかできてよかったです
もっとベタベタになるかと思ったけどあまり濡れなくてよかったです

The Hozu River boat ride was very enjoyable. The boatman's stories were interesting, and the time flew by. On the boat we rode, everyone else was from abroad.

保津川下り、とても楽しかったです。
船頭さんのお話も面白く、あっという間の時間でした。私達が乗った船は、私達以外は外国の方でした。

The guide who gave the lecture and the staff at the store were all cheerful and pleasant.
Lake Shikotsu is truly clear, wide, and deep. By the way, there were no fish.
It seems you can bring your smartphone at your own risk.
Kayaking required more physical strength than I expected, and I got quite tired, haha.

The area around Lake Shikotsu has become a charming and beautiful tourist spot, and I enjoyed walking around and eating during the free time.
It seems there are hot springs as well.

レクチャーしてくれたガイドの方も、お店で対応してくれた方も皆さん明るくて感じが良かったです。
支笏湖は本当に透明で広くて深い。ちなみに魚はいませんでした。
スマホは自己責任で持って行っても良いそうです。
カヤックは思ったより体力が必要でなかなか疲れました笑

支笏湖の周りはこぢんまりとした綺麗な観光地になっていて、前後の時間で食べ歩きしたりして楽しかったです。
温泉もあるみたいです。

The boatmen took turns showcasing the highlights of the Hozu River. I could really feel the teamwork. I would like to visit again during the autumn foliage season.

船頭さんが、代わる代わる交代で保津川の見どころを演出。とてもチームワークが感じられました。今度は紅葉シーズンに訪れてみたいです。

On May 4th, my family of seven participated from Ishikawa. I was a bit anxious since I signed us up on my own, but to cut to the chase, we had an absolutely fantastic time, and everyone in the family said they enjoyed it too! We were blessed with great weather and beautiful scenery, but what stood out the most were the three wonderful boatmen who made the experience enjoyable with their fun conversations, keeping us laughing the whole time.

The river had several rapids, and we got splashed quite a bit, which was incredibly fun! My children and I were seated at the ends, so we got pretty soaked, while the family members sitting in the middle stayed dry. If you don't want to get wet, I recommend not sitting at the ends.

The hour and a half of river rafting flew by because we were having so much fun. Thank you so much for being considerate of both the kids and the parents in various situations! Also, I want to express my gratitude to the staff member who prepared motion sickness medication for my youngest child, who started worrying about getting seasick before boarding. Everyone was so kind, and we had the best time!

5月4日に石川県より家族7人で参加させて頂きました。
私の独断でお申し込みをしたので、家族皆がどう思うか内心不安でしたが、結論から言うとすっっごく楽しかったですし、家族皆も楽しかった～！！と言っていました！
お天気にも恵まれ景色も綺麗でしたが、何より船頭さん御三方が素敵な方々でトークも楽しくて終始爆笑していました。
川下りは何カ所か急流があり、派手に水しぶきがかかってびしょ濡れになってめちゃくちゃ楽しかったです！！
私と子ども達は両端に座っていたのでかなり濡れましたが、真ん中に座っていた家族は濡れなかったので、濡れるのが嫌な方は両端には座らない方が良いかと思われます。
楽しすぎて1時間半の川下り、あっという間でした。
子ども達にも両親にも色んな場面で気配りをして下さって、本当にありがとうございました！！
そして、乗船前に船酔いの心配をし始めた一番下の子に、酔い止めを用意して下さったスタッフの方、本当にありがとうございました！！
皆さんにすごく親切にして頂いて最高に楽しむことができました。

Family trip with two elementary school children and my spouse.
Since it's high season, reservations are essential.
I was relieved to be able to make an early reservation here.

Also, the boatmen prioritized safety while making it a lot of fun; the river descent went by in no time.

We coordinated with the trolley train, and the children were thrilled.

小学生2人と夫婦の家族旅行
ハイシーズンなので、予約は必須です
こちらで早めに予約できたので安心でした

また、船頭さんたちも安全第一でありながら、とても楽しく、あっという間の川下りでした

トロッコ列車と時間を合わせて、子どもたちは大喜びでした

Since we had a reservation, we were able to board smoothly. Three boatmen took turns entertaining us with their unique and funny stories as we traveled down to Arashiyama. They even engaged with foreign guests in my limited English (laughs).

予約して居たのでスムーズに乗船出来、3人の船頭さんが嵐山到着まで交代して3人3様に面白お可笑しく話ながら下って来ました。外国人の方にも拙い英語で受けていました(笑)

It was exciting and very enjoyable! The boatman had fun talks and performances! I think this price for two hours is still quite reasonable.

ワクワク感あり見応えたっぷり！船頭さんの楽しいトークにパフォーマンスあり！2時間でこの値段はまだまだお安いと思います。

It was a cloudy day, and it was still a bit early for the cherry blossoms, but listening to the guide's talk made the two hours fly by. It would be wonderful to be able to board again during the autumn foliage season.

曇り空で、桜にはまだ少し早い時期でしたが、先頭さんのお話を聞きながらあっという間の2時間でした。今度は紅葉の時期にまた、乗船できたら最高ですね。

The reservation process was smooth, the weather was great on the day, and the stories from the three boatmen were entertaining and fun! I would love to go again during the autumn foliage season.

すんなり予約でき、当日はお天気も良く、船頭さん3人のお話も面白おかしく、とても楽しかったです‼️
また秋の紅葉の時期に行きたいです。

On a Sunday when the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, I was prepared to wait quite a while, but I was able to board the boat right away. The conversations with the boat crew were enjoyable, and I was very satisfied to be able to buy some dango during the trip before leaving the boat.

桜満開の日曜日かなり待たないと行けないかと覚悟してましたが直ぐに船に乗せてもらえ船上中船頭さんたちのトークも楽しく途中船上での買い物で団子を買って頂く事が出来大変満足し船を後にしました

It was a fleeting moment! While enjoying the seasonal cherry blossom scenery, I was moved by the boatmen's dedication and their entertaining talks that made us laugh. Thank you for your hard work! I would love to visit again during the autumn foliage season.

あっという間の時間です！ちょうど季節の桜の景観も観つつ、船頭さんたちの命がけ？の体張った舟の操縦と楽しいトークで笑わせてくれるサービス精神に感動しました。ほんとにお疲れさまです！ありがとうございました！次は紅葉の時にまた行きたいです。