All Reviews for 2026 Japan Cherry Blossom Tours

I walked more than I expected, and with the temperature exceeding 30 degrees on the day, I was very tired. However, Maria's bright and fun explanations, along with her gentle demeanor, were really great. If I have the opportunity, I would like to participate in a different course in the future. For those who will be participating, I recommend being prepared for more walking than you might imagine, as there are many ups and downs, and since the lingering heat can be intense, make sure to stay hydrated and wear comfortable shoes.

思った以上に歩くのと、当日の気温が30度越えでとても疲れましたが、マリアさんの明るく、楽しい説明と優しい感じがとても良かったです。
機会があれば、今後は違うコースに参加したいと思います。
これから参加される方は、想像以上に歩くのと、上り下りの道が多く、残暑厳しいので水分補給と歩き慣れた靴で参加されるのを、お勧めします。

I booked a Kyoto tour at my daughter's request. We opted for a meal at Kiyomizu-dera, but the portion was larger than I expected, so I think it's better to skip the meal if you want to try various foods. Both the tour guide and the driver were really nice, and we had a wonderful day! Thank you very much.

娘の希望で京都ツアーを申し込みました。
清水寺で食事付きにしましたが思ったより量が多かったのでいろいろ食べ歩きしたい方はなしの方が良いと思います。
添乗員の方も運転手の方も凄く良い方で、楽しい１日を過ごすことができました！
ありがとうございました。

It was my first time participating in a day trip bus tour, and I had a great time! Thank you very much. The scenery in Takayama and Shirakawa-go was truly wonderful. I would love to join again if I have the chance.

日帰りバスツアーに参加するのは初めてでしたが、大変楽しかったです！ありがとうございました。
なんといっても、高山も白川郷も素敵な風景でした。また機会があれば参加したいと思います。

I had a great time and returned safely⭐︎ The bus guide and the driver were both calm, and I would like to use this travel company again.

無事楽しんで帰れました⭐︎バスガイドさんもドライバーさんも穏やかで、また利用したいと思う旅行会社です

Honestly, I was filled with anxiety and impatience until we boarded the ship!
◎ Situation on the day
Our reserved boat ride was scheduled to depart at 11:00 with check-in at 10:45.
The shuttle bus from Torokko Kameoka Station left around 10:40.
The reservation information stated that the shuttle bus takes about 15 minutes, and that they would accept passengers even after the check-in time until the boat departs.
The bus was full, and we arrived at the boarding area around 10:50.
Since we were seated at the back of the bus, many people in front were unfamiliar with the payment process, causing delays, and as time passed, I became quite anxious as 11:00 approached.
When we reached the check-in counter, there was a long line (approximately 80 people).
There were separate lines for same-day tickets and reservations, so we naturally lined up in the reservation line (the same number of people were in line).
At this point, we had to fill out a card, wondering what the purpose of the reservation was as we waited.
It was well past 11:00, and the staff kept repeating, "We will call you in order," as numbers were called in the order of check-in, but what I wanted to know was whether everything would be alright since we were already past the check-in time.
Even though we had a reservation, we ended up on the last boat, which departed around 11:40.
Does that mean that many of the people in the same-day ticket line boarded earlier than us?
What is the point of making a reservation?
In the rain, we ended up on the last boat scheduled for 11:00 (departing at 11:40), but the boat ride was enjoyable thanks to the humorous guides.
◎ What I thought about it
If the connection with the Torokko was smooth, there would be no need to feel rushed (and it wouldn't be too long).
As first-time passengers, it would be helpful to have clear and polite guidance on the procedures for boarding, what to expect, and how long it would take to board in the crowded waiting area.
Creating an environment where passengers can wait comfortably until boarding, with clear displays of boarding order numbers, would be beneficial.
Shouldn't reservation customers have priority boarding?
I understand that they are in a difficult situation due to the harsh changes after COVID-19 and the circumstances surrounding the boat ride, but I hope they can continue this traditional boat ride safely.
I wish for their prosperity during the autumn foliage season.

正直、乗船まで、焦りと不安でいっぱいだった！
◎　当日の状況
私たちの予約した船下りは11:00発チェックイン10:45のもの
トロッコ亀岡駅着し連絡バスが発したのは10:40ころ
予約時の案内には連悪バス所要時間約15分で、チェックイン時間を過ぎても船発までは受け付けるとの記載があった
バスは満員で乗船場に着いたのが10:50ころ
バスの後ろに乗ってしまったため前から降りる人の支払いが不慣れな人も多くもたつき、ドンドン時間が過ぎ11:00が迫りかなり焦った
チェックインカウンター着くと長蛇の列（目算80人ほど）でごった返し
当日券と予約の列があり当然予約の列に並ぶ（同数の人が並んでいた）
ここでまた記載するカードがあり何のための予約かと思いながら記載して待つ
時間はとっくに11:00を過ぎ「順番に案内します」をスタッフが繰り返し、順番に先の受付順に番号が呼ばれて乗船していくが、ここで知りたかったのはチェックイン時間をドンドン過ぎているのに大丈夫なのかということ
私たちは予約していたのに最後の船11:40ころ発になった
とうことは、あの当日券の列に居た多くの人の方が早く乗ったとうこと？
予約って何？と思った
雨の中、11:00発予定の最後の船（11:40発）となったが、船下りは、ユーモアある船頭達の案内で楽しく過ごせた
◎　そこでどう思ったか
トロッコとの連絡連携がスムースなら焦ることもない（また長過ぎず）
乗客はまず初めてである　ごった返す乗船待合での「乗船までどういう手順なのか」「自分たちはどうなるのか」「どのくらいで乗れるのか」などの分かりやすく丁寧な案内や掲示、乗船順番号の掲示版などで乗船まで安心して待てる環境づくり
予約客から優先乗船ではないのかなぁ？
コロナ後の厳しい環境変化や船下りを取り巻く情勢などで苦境にあると思うが、伝統あるこの船下りを安全に続けていってほしい
紅葉季の繁盛を祈る

まず最初に、ツアーガイドを見つけることができたのは出発の10分前で、遅いと思います。次に、バスの中で強い匂いの食べ物を食べないように、ツアーグループ全体に警告してください！匂いに敏感な人もいます。

ツアー自体はまあまあでした。同じ目的地に戻る場合は、別のツアー会社を探すと思います。

First off, I couldn't locate the tour guide until 10min prior which I think is late. Second, please warn the entire tour group not to consume strong odor food in the bus! Some people are sensitive to smell.

The tour itself was meh. If I go back to the same destination I'd look for a different tour agency.

The guide was friendly and had a good understanding of the local area since they were from there, which made it enjoyable to express my preferences. Their English was clear and easy to understand! It was a shame it rained, but I was happy to see the World Heritage site!

ガイドの方がフレンドリー、地元出身地で良く地域のことを理解されて自分の好みもきちんと言って楽しかったです。英語も分かりやすく良かった！ただ、雨 降ったのが残念でしたが、世界遺産見れて嬉しかった❗

I had heard that Kyoto in the middle of summer is incredibly hot, so I signed up for a bus tour that took us to Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera, and Kinkaku-ji. My friend was cramping up and couldn't walk, so we decided to skip Arashiyama and got off the bus to return to the hotel. Considering the wait at the bus stop, I think joining the bus tour was the right choice.

真夏の京都は、暑さが半端ないと聞いていたので、バスツアーに申し込み伏見稲荷大社、清水寺、金閣寺を巡りました。
友達が脚が攣り歩けそうになかったので、嵐山は断念し途中下車しホテルへ帰りました。
バス停で待つ事を考えるとあの暑さは、バスツアーに参加して正解だと思います。

I was taken only to the places I wanted to go, and I enjoyed my time there with my own free activities✨ It was the best tour!

行きたいところのみ連れて行っていただき、その地では自分だそれぞれの自由行動で満喫✨
最高のツアーでした

It was a day tour in a large van instead of a bus. I was a bit anxious since there was no introduction from the travel company, but… perhaps the staff were not Japanese. Two months ago, I used Veltra for a day tour in Australia and had a good experience, so I trusted it. The five Japanese travelers quietly started and relaxed comfortably in the car. It seemed that each person spent two hours in Takayama and Shirakawa-go. If possible, even without any guidance, I think the trip would have been more fulfilling if we had received brochures or maps in advance!

バスでなく、大型のバンでの1日ツアーでした。
旅行会社の名乗りもなく、少し不安でしたが…多分スタッフの方は日本人でなかったのかな…
2ヶ月前にはオーストラリアでの1日ツアーでヴェルトラを使い、よかったので信じておりました。
静かにスタートした５人の日本人旅行者も車の中でゆったりくつろいでいました。
高山と白川郷それぞれ2時間ずつをそれぞれが過ごせた様子。
可能ならば、何の案内も無くても良いけど、
パンフとか地図を事前に配布してもらえたらより旅が充実したと思いました！！

On the second day of my 2-night, 3-day trip to Kanazawa, I participated in a Shirakawa-go bus tour. The guide, Mr. Kuroda, provided very clear explanations, and everything he recommended, from delicious coffee to great photography spots, was spot on. Among his recommendations, the "Nama Doburoku" from Kondo Shoten was particularly delicious. There are both dry and sweet options, and if you enjoy alcohol, I recommend the dry one. The driver was also friendly, and I had a wonderful time.

2泊３日の金沢旅行の２日目に白川郷バスツアーに参加しました。添乗員さんの黒田さんの説明がとても分かりやすく、美味しいコーヒーや、お薦めの撮影スポットなど、どれもハズレなしでした。オススメしてくれた中でも今藤商店の「生どぶろく」がとても美味しかったです。辛口と甘口がありお酒好きなら辛口がオススメです。ドライバーさんも親しみ易く、楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。

The tour guide provided great recommendations for how to explore shrines and temples, as well as photo spots, making the experience very smooth! The easy-to-understand map was also a big help. With many international visitors, we were able to stick to the schedule and make good use of our free time.

神社やお寺のおすすめの周り方や写真スポットをツアーのガイドさんが教えてくださりとてもスムーズに周ることができました！わかりやすいマップも大活躍でした。
海外からのお客さんも多い中、時間厳守で動けて自由時間を使うことができました。

I was looking for a day trip bus tour from Nagoya to Takayama and Shirakawa-go, and I happened to find and sign up for this one. The guide spoke Japanese, English, and Chinese. Most of the participants were inbound tourists, and I was a bit anxious at first, but everyone had good manners and was polite, so we completed the tour without any issues. There was plenty of time to explore both Takayama and Shirakawa-go, and I really enjoyed it. After all, bus tours are easy and comfortable. It was just the best. Thank you to the lovely guide and driver for taking care of us.

高山、白川郷行きの名古屋からの日帰りバスツアーを探していて、偶然見つけて申し込みました。
日本語、英語、中国語を話される外国人ガイドさん。
参加されてる方もインバウンドの方がほとんどで、最初少し不安でしたが、皆さまマナーも品もよく、全く問題なくツアーを終えました。高山、白川郷ともたっぷり散策する時間もあり、楽しめました。やはり、バスツアーはラクで快適です。
もう、最高でした。かわいいガイドさん、ドライバーさん、お世話になりました。ありがとうございました。

They conduct the tour even for small groups, making it a compact and smooth day trip, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. The guide was dedicated, and the professional driving was safe and appropriately speedy.

少人数でも実施してくれるのでコンパクトでスムーズな日帰り旅行となり、十分に楽しめました。安全かつ適度にスピーディなプロの運転でガイドさんも一生懸命。

In the morning, I got lost on the way to the group bus stop. I could see the bus stop, but I couldn't cross the road because it was for taxis, so I had to take a long detour. There were also foreign travelers on the bus, and the announcements in Japanese and English were enjoyable.

The plan was well thought out, and when we arrived at Shirakawa-go, the bus stop for the observation deck was right in front of us, so I decided to take the bus to the observation deck without hesitation. Following the guide's instructions, we finished our tour in about two hours and I was hungry. I had prepared myself for the meal based on reviews, but I was surprised at how good it was. I think it would be better if the management removed reviews that are not fair evaluations. It would be great to have menu options for vegetarians and those who don't eat beef, but I thought the portion size was fine even if you couldn't eat everything.

Next time, I would like to visit during the snowy season.

朝は団体バス乗り場までの道で迷いました。
バス乗り場は見えるけどタクシーのための道路で横断できず、ぐるっと大回りしました。
バスには外国の方もいらして日本語と英語でのアナウンス楽しかったです。

プランもよく練られていて白川郷に着くと目の前が展望台行きの停留所だったので迷わず展望台までバスに乗ることにしました。
ガイドさんに教えてもらった通りに見て回るとちょうど2時間で戻ってきてお腹も空きました。
食事は口コミを見て構えていましたが、ちゃんとしていてびっくりしました。
正当な評価でない口コミは運営で消してくれた方がいいと思います。
菜食主義や牛肉を食べない方のためにメニューの選択肢があれば最高ですが、食べれなくても問題のない量だと思いました。

今度は雪の季節に行ってみたいです。

Shirakawa-go, which I had wanted to visit for a long time, was amazing and full of history. I took a lot of photos while being completely absorbed in the experience. The bus guide was also very pleasant and did a great job guiding us in English.
I enjoyed a delicious lunch as well.
I highly recommend this tour.

以前から行きたかった白川郷歴史を感じて最高でした。夢中にで沢山の写真を撮りました。バスガイドさんも感じが良く一緒懸命英語で案内して良かったです。
昼食も美味しく頂きました。大変美味しく頂きました。
お勧めのツアーです。

It felt like an overseas trip while being in Japan, as most of the participants were from abroad.
The places we visited were ones I had been to before, but I was able to understand things I didn't know through the guide's explanations.
Kyoto can be challenging with limited parking and traffic congestion, but it was nice to feel secure while visiting.
The only disappointment was that lunch was more disappointing than I had expected.

海外の方がほとんどで日本居ながら海外旅行の感覚でした。
また、訪問先は過去に行った事のある場所ですが、ガイドの説明で知らなかった事を理解する事ができました。
京都は駐車場が少なかったり、渋滞したり大変ですが安心して行けた事も良かったです。
残念なことは昼食が思ったより悲壮だった事です。

The air conditioning during the trip was amazing! The guide was friendly and kind, introducing us to recommended spots from a local perspective, and we were able to see wonderful places like Sanenzaka.

移動中のエアコンが神でした！
ガイドさんが気さくで親切！地元目線からのおすすめスポットを紹介して下さり、三年坂など
とても良いところを観る事が出来ました。

I participated in this tour with a foreign friend. It's been a long time since my school trip to Kyoto, so I couldn't guide, which is why I signed up for this tour. The schedule was tight and it was tough, but going around on my own would have been impossible. I'm really glad I signed up. Since we listened to the announcements on the bus before exploring, I was able to have some knowledge while going around. Moreover, I was surprised that despite the many international participants, everyone was very punctual. My friend asked me to take them on a different tour next time.

外人の友人を連れて二人で参加しました。修学旅行以来の京都なので、案内は無理だから、このツアーに申し込みました。時間はキツキツで大変でしたが、自分でまわるのはやっぱり無理でした。申し込んで本当に良かったです。バスの中のアナンスを聞いてからまわるので、多少知識を持ってまわれましたし、なにより、海外の参加者が多いのにしっかり皆さん時間厳守でびっくりしました。今度は違うツアーに連れて行ってほしいと頼まれました。

I was anxious about getting around an unfamiliar area by rental car or public transportation, so the bus tour, which allowed us to visit tourist spots on time, was very efficient and great. Additionally, the explanations of attractions and points of interest during the journey allowed me to appreciate places I hadn't researched beforehand. Since subways and buses tend to be crowded with many foreign tourists, I think this is highly recommended for those visiting Kyoto for the first time.

慣れない土地をレンタカーや公共交通機関で回るのに不安だったため、時間通りで観光地を回れるバス観光はとても効率的で良かったです。
また移動中に見所や観光のポイントを解説して頂き、下調べしてない場所も興味深く見ることができました。外国人観光客が多い中、地下鉄やバスは混雑していることが多いため、初めての京都旅行の方はおすすめだと思います。

I took a bus from Umeda to Namba, and from there I went to Fushimi Inari Taisha. Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji, and Arashiyama require a bit of walking after getting off the bus, but the bus schedule was set perfectly, so there was no need to rush. Everyone returned to the bus on time, which was a relief.

Sightseeing in the heat was made much more comfortable by being able to cool off on the bus. It was also enjoyable to receive a brief sightseeing explanation while on the bus.

梅田発のバスで難波に移動、そこから伏見稲荷大社に行きました。
清水寺、金閣寺、嵐山はバスを降りて、少し歩きますが、ちょうどよいバスの集合時間に設定されていたので慌てることはありませんでした。
皆さんきちんと時間までにバスに戻ってこられていたので助かりました。

暑い中の観光で、バスの中で涼めるのがとても快適でした。
バスで簡単な観光説明もしてもらえて楽しかったです。

I'm glad you told me about the stunning spots in Shirakawa-go! It was a very hot day, but I didn't have to walk unnecessarily.

The tour guide, Mr. Kuroda, and the driver were very friendly, making it a fun day.

Thank you!

白川郷の絶景箇所を教えていただいてよかったです！
とても暑い日だったのですが
無駄に歩かなくてすみました。

添乗員の黒田さん運転手さんがとても気さくで
感じ良く楽しい1日になりました

ありがとうございました！

I thought it would be difficult to tour with two children in the middle of summer, so I joined this tour. More than half of the participants were foreigners, and I was able to listen to an English guide, which was a good learning experience. In one day, we visited all the main spots, had lunch without waiting, and it was a tour with no wasted time. I would like to join another tour.

真夏で子ども2人を連れての観光は、大変だと思いこのツアーに参加しました。
半分以上は外国の方で、英語のガイドも聞けて、よい勉強にもなりました。
1日で、メインどころを回れ、お昼待たずに食べれて、無駄な時間がないツアーでした。
また別のツアーに参加したいです。

I found a bus tour from Osaka to Kyoto and decided to participate. The deciding factor was that it seemed like a great way to efficiently and comfortably explore the hot summer in Kyoto. During the sightseeing, I walked a lot, the temperature was high, the sun was intense, and I was drenched in sweat, but a cool bus was waiting for us. After rehydrating, I could take a nap on the way to the next sightseeing spot. Thanks to that, I was able to conserve my energy and enjoy the tour until the end.

This time, lunch was also included. When we headed from the parking lot to the lunch venue, everything was already prepared, so we could eat right away without wasting any time. The tempura was delicious and crispy, even though it had cooled down.

There were many foreign participants, but the guide was Japanese, and the Japanese explanation was given first, so I had no worries at all. The guide also provided explanations about the sightseeing spots and was kind enough to take photos for us.

大阪発着の京都バスツアーを見つけたので、参加しました。
参加の決め手は、暑い夏の京都を効率よく、かつ涼しく観光できそうだったからです。観光中は、歩くし、気温も高く、太陽は熱く、汗だくになりましたが、涼しいバスがまっていました。水分補給したら、次の観光地までひと眠りできます。おかげで、体力温存できたので最後まで、楽しむことができました。
今回、昼食もつけていました。駐車場から昼食会場に向かうと、すでに準備ができており、すぐに食べることができたので、時間を無駄にすることがなかったです。天ぷらは、冷めていてもサクサクしておいしかったですよ。
参加者は、外国の方がたくさんいましたが、ガイドさんは日本人だったし、日本語の案内が一番最初にあったので何も不安はなかったです。
また、ガイドさんは観光地の説明もしてくれたし、写真も撮ってもらったり優しかったです。

I was given information about a photo spot a little distance away, and I was able to take wonderful pictures. Thanks to the guide's prior briefing, we were able to efficiently explore despite the heat. I love visiting souvenir shops while sightseeing, so while Gokayama certainly has the beauty of nature, I felt like something was missing.

ちょっと離れたフォトスポットを教えていただき、素敵な写真が撮影できました。添乗員さんの事前のお話のおかげで、暑い中、効率的な見学ができました。私は、観光でお土産屋さんを見るのが大好きなので、五箇山はもちろん自然の素晴らしさはありますが、何か物足りない感じはしました。

It was my first time in Kyoto, and I really enjoyed it. Although it rained along the way, thanks to the guide's attentiveness, I was able to have a wonderful time. Thank you very much.

初めての京都でしたが、とても楽しめました。
途中、雨に降られましたが、ガイドさんの気配りもあり、楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。
ありがとうございました。

I decided on my travel itinerary because I wanted to join this tour. I participated in Shirakawa-go at my wife's request. We had plenty of time to enjoy both Shirakawa-go and Hida Takayama. The driver and the tour guide were friendly, and I was impressed by the guide's use of both Japanese and English during the trip. The only disappointment was the lunch in Shirakawa-go. Considering the tour price, I hoped for something a bit better. I remember that a foreign couple barely touched their food and left their seats early.

このツアーに参加したくて旅行日程を決めました。
白川郷は女房の以前からのリクエストがあり参加しました。
白川郷、飛騨高山も滞在時間も多く満喫出来ました。
運転手さんも添乗員の方も気さくで、添乗員の日本語&英語使った道中のガイドは感激しました。
唯一残念なのは、白川郷での昼食でした。
ツアー価格からしてみると、もう少し考えて頂きたいと思いました。
外人のカップルも、殆ど手をつけず早々に席を外していたのが記憶に残りました。

Since it was a hassle to research and plan in advance, I decided to book a tour for the first time. They also helped with purchasing tickets, and since there was a lot of free time at each location, I was glad I could visit the places I was interested in. There were power outlets on the bus, so I was able to charge my phone with my own cable, which saved me from using my mobile battery.

The tour ended at 5 PM, and since lunch was from 11:30 AM, I was able to eat slowly without getting too hungry. The free time was about an hour, so the movements felt a bit rushed, but I was happy to be able to visit the classic tourist spots.

事前に調べて計画して行くのが面倒だったため
始めてツアーを予約してみました
チケットも買いに行ってもらえるし
現地着くたび自由行動が多いので気になる所に行けてよかったです
バスの中にはコンセントがあったので持参のコードで携帯の充電も出来てモバイルバッテリーを使わずにすんだので助かりました

17時終了のためお昼ご飯が11時30分からだったのでお腹空かずゆっくり食べてしまったのと
自由行動が1時間前後なのでちょっと慌ただしい移動になりましたが定番観光巡りが出来てよかったです

I participated with my two children in March. The location was wonderful, but the impression of the tour guide was particularly strong. There was one foreigner in our group, and the tour guide explained in Japanese to us and then repeated it in English. I was surprised by the fluency of the English. It was humorous, and we were never bored during the bus rides.

3月に子供2人と参加しました。現地も素晴らしく良かったですが、添乗員さんの印象が強いです。グループ内に外国人が1人いて、添乗員さんは私たちに向け日本語で説明しながら次に英語で繰り返していました。その英語の流暢さにびっくり。ユーモアがあって、バス移動の時間は全然退屈しませんでした。

I was aiming for Myojin Pond, so I was cutting it close with the round trip time. I would have liked to walk to Tokuzawa if possible, but it was just not feasible time-wise. I would have been happy with an extra hour of stay.

明神池を目指していたので、往復でギリギリの時間でした。
できれば、徳沢まで歩きたかったのですが、時間的にムリ。
滞在時間プラス1時間あれば嬉しかったです。