All Reviews for 2026 Japan Cherry Blossom Tours

The guide was kind, and we had plenty of time to leisurely enjoy both the moss phlox and tulips. There were also places to eat for lunch, so I had no worries.

ガイドの方も親切で、芝桜、チューリップ共に十分な時間がありのんびり見ることができました。
昼食も食べるところもあって心配ありませんでした。

Shirakawa-go's nature and the impressive thatched-roof village. It was a highly satisfying course where I could experience Japan's nature and culture! The tour bus guide was also excellent, with perfect timing, conversation, and information!

There was a rice cracker baking experience along the way, and the freshly made rice crackers had a gentle flavor. It’s just right for a short break.

The return trip wasn't too late, so after getting back to the station, I had plenty of time to stroll around the city and relax at a café. I highly recommend it!

白川郷の自然と茅葺き屋根の立派な集落。日本の自然と文化を体験できる満足度の高いコースでした！
観光バスの案内係の方もとてもよく、間合いとトーク、情報量の全てが最適でした！！
途中でお煎餅焼き体験がありましたが、出来立てのお煎餅は優しい味がしました。小休憩がてらの立ち寄りにちょうど良いです。
帰りも遅すぎず、駅に戻ってから市内を散策したり、カフェでゆっくりするなど時間に余裕があるので、とてもおすすめです！！

The weather was favorable, making for a pleasant river ride. The boatmen were lively in their chatter, and it seems the water level was just right, lasting about an hour and a half. Towards the end, my shoes got wet, but perhaps because of the nice weather, they dried quickly, which was also a good experience. It's best to board in clothes that you don't mind getting wet, no matter where you sit. Lastly, the boat's food stall appeared, and it was a lot of fun.

Next, I want to go during the autumn foliage season.

天候にも恵まれて、気持ちの良い川下りでした。
船頭さんたちのしゃべりも軽快で、水量の加減のようですが、１時間半くらいでした。
最後の方で靴まで濡れてしまいましたが、季節が良かったのかすぐに乾いて、それも良い体験でした。
どの席に座っても濡れても良い格好で乗船するべきですね。最後に、船の屋台が登場してとても楽しかったです。

次は紅葉の季節に行きたいです。

On the first day of Golden Week, I went to Kyoto. It was my first time on a day trip bus tour, and I was a bit nervous, but the guide was very polite and explained everything clearly. Thanks to their thoughtful attention, including lunch and admission tickets, I was able to enjoy the day smoothly.

It was pouring rain, and my shoes and clothes were soaked and cold, but when the guide said, "You won't find Kyoto this empty any other time," I couldn't help but agree. I decided to think of the rainy (it was really heavy rain) Kyoto as having its own charm (laughs).

The driver's speed was frighteningly fast; it was really fast to the point where I was gripping my hands in fear. However, we made it from Osaka to Kyoto in under an hour, which I guess is a testament to their skill... I'll just leave it at that.

Since the weather was unfortunate this time, I hope to visit Kyoto on a sunny day next time. I look forward to it again then!

GW初日に京都へ行きました。
日帰りバスツアーというものが初めてで緊張してましたが、丁寧なガイドさんで説明もわかりやすく、お昼ご飯や拝観のチケット等、細やかな気遣いで終始スムーズに楽しめました。

大雨で靴も服もグッチョグッチョで寒かったですが、ガイドさんの『こんなに空いてる京都なんてないですよ』に、確かに〜と納得し、雨の(大雨でしたが)京都も趣があると思うことにしました（笑）

運転手さんの運転が怖いぐらい速くて、もうホントに速くて速くて手に汗握るほど怖かったですが、大阪から京都まで1時間かからず行けたのは熟練のなせる業なのか…？と、お茶を濁しておきます。

今回は生憎の天気だったので、次は晴れて日に京都へ行きたいです。その時はまたよろしくお願いします。

The weather was just right, neither too hot nor too cold, making it a pleasant experience. The boatmen provided explanations and engaged in enjoyable conversations while rowing. Their teamwork was excellent, and even while casually chatting, they seemed very experienced and knowledgeable, which was reassuring.

One downside was the narrow spacing between people, and the seating had almost no cushioning, making it difficult to relax and enjoy the scenery comfortably. Since the duration was relatively long, maintaining that position was quite tough. The couple behind us kept murmuring about it quietly, which was a bit unpleasant. For those with back pain, it might be a good idea to bring a small cushion.

暑くも寒くもなくちょうど良い気候で参加できました。
船頭さんたちは漕ぎながら説明と
楽しいお喋りをしてくれます。
チームワークもよく何気なくお喋りしながらも
経験も豊富で熟知してらっしゃる感じで安心できました。
難点は人と人との間隔が狭く
座るところもクッション性がほぼないので
ゆったりくつろぎながら景色を楽しめないところでしょうか…。
時間もわりと長いのでその体勢が結構辛いです。
後ろのご夫婦がそれをずーっと小声でブーブー
言っていたので、そこは気分が悪かったです。
腰痛もちの人などは小さい座布団を持参するといいかもしれません。

The shiba sakura and tulips were both very nice. The tulips, in particular, were impressive! However, it seems better to think of this as a tour or a similar experience to taking a highway bus. It's definitely a relief since it's quite difficult to get to Yubetsu from Sapporo on your own.

Having two drivers made me feel safe, but there was no guide during the trip. After boarding, there was no explanation of the itinerary, and there were no announcements about rest stops. (As stated in the application URL, this isn't a problem, and you can see where you are on Google Maps.) However, it might feel a bit strange for those used to group bus tours.

When I asked the driver if we needed to pay the entrance fee ourselves upon arrival, everyone was taken aback (laughs). When I mentioned that it was included in the tour fee, they hurriedly bought the tickets.

Since there were only eight participants this time, we used a microbus. I tried to watch videos on my smartphone during the ride, but I gave up since I couldn't charge it. Unfortunately, my seatbelt was broken, which was a bit scary while driving on the highway.

For lunch, I recommend preparing a quantity similar to what you usually eat. If you try to hold back thinking you'll enjoy local gourmet food at the sightseeing spot, you might find you don't have much to buy and end up getting hungry. If you're okay with anything, you can eat at the shop in Takinoue Park.

芝桜もチューリップもとても良かったです。特にチューリップは見応えがありました！
ただ、こちらはツアーというか、高速バスと同じような感覚で利用した方が良さそうです。
札幌から湧別まで自力で行くのは大変なので、ありがたい企画なのは間違いないです。
運転手さんが2名体制で運転は安心ですが、道中のガイドなどはありません。
搭乗後もとくに行程の説明なく、休憩場所のアナウンスもありません。(申込URLに記載のとおりなので、困ることはありませんし、Google mapでいまどの辺を移動中かもわかります)
ただ、団体バスツアーに慣れている方にとっては違和感があるかもしれません。
運転手さんに目的地に到着後、入園料は各自払うんですかね？と聞かれたので、参加者一同目が点になりました(笑)
ツアー代込みとのことをお伝えすると、あたふた入場券を購入されてました。
今回は参加者が8名のせいか、マイクロバス利用でした。移動中にスマホで動画見ようとしてましたが、充電も出来ないので諦めました。
運が悪かったのか、私の座席はシートベルトが壊れてて使えませんでした。高速道路走行中はちょっと怖かったです。
お昼はいつも食べる位の量を用意するのをおすすめします。観光地感覚でご当地グルメを楽しみたいと思って控えめにすると特に買いたいものもなく、お腹が空くと思います。何でも良ければ、滝上公園の売店で食べれます。

Initially, I was considering traveling by rental car, but I found this tour and decided to join. I'm glad we were able to visit the observation deck overlooking Shirakawa-go. There were some narrow sections of the road, and I think it would have been difficult if I had been traveling by rental car. The guide was also a wonderful person, and it became a very good memory. I'm glad I participated.

　当初、レンタカーでの移動を検討しておりましたが、こちらのツアーを見つけて参加しました。白川郷を見下ろせる展望台へも行けて良かったです。道幅が狭い箇所もあり、レンタカーで移動していたら大変だったと思いました。ガイドさんも素敵な方で、とても良い思い出になりました。参加して良かったです。

It was wonderful to go down the Hozu River during the fresh green season. Thanks to the excellent commentary from the boatman and the desperate steering from the new boatman, we thoroughly enjoyed the hour and a half river ride. We stayed at Yunohana Onsen, and on the way back, we returned to Arashiyama by river, then after disembarking, we also visited the Monkey Park, making for a fulfilling weekend. It's convenient that you can purchase boarding tickets in advance from the website.

新緑の季節に、保津川下りができて最高でした。船頭さんの絶妙なトークに、新人船頭さんの必死の舵取りのおかげで、一時間半の川下りを存分に楽しめました。湯の花温泉に泊まって、帰りに川下りで嵐山まで戻り、下船後、モンキーパークにも行って、充実した週末を過ごしました。あらかじめサイトから乗船券を買っておけるのは便利です。

The weather was quite nice, and it felt good. The boatmen provided enjoyable explanations, which was great. Although the river was swollen from the rain the day before, we didn't get as wet as we thought we would. We had a lot of fun navigating close to the rocks; it was thrilling yet stable.

お天気もまずまずで、気持ちが良い日でした。
船頭さん達も楽しく説明してくれて、とても良かったです。
前日までの雨で増水していましたが、思ったほど濡れる事もありませんでした。
岩の横ギリギリを通ったり、スリリングだけれど安定感のある川下りでとても楽しめました。

It was great to hear about hidden spots and stories that aren't listed in online guides or guidebooks. I will definitely use this service again if I get the chance!

ネットやガイドブックには、掲載されていないような、穴場スポットやお話が聞けて、スゴく良かったです。機会があればまた利用します！

I would have preferred a female guide since the guide was an older man. It was disappointing that there wasn't much guidance or information on the bus, especially since it was my first time exploring this area, and I wanted to hear more information.

ガイドさんがおじさんだったので女性が良かったです。
お疲れでしょうからとバスの中でもあまり案内や情報がないのは残念でせっかく初めての土地巡りをしてるのだから色々と情報を聞きたかったです。

It was an average amount of water, and the river descent lasted about 1 hour and 40 minutes. The weather was nice, and there was a pleasant flow with occasional thrills, and we saw many wild monkeys. Toward the end, a food stall boat was docked, allowing us to enjoy some snacks and have a great time.

平均的な水の量だったそうで1時間40分程の川下りでした。お天気もよく心地よい流れと時々のスリルがあり、野生のサルも沢山見れました。
終盤に屋台船が横付けされ、ちょっとした飲食もでき楽しい時間でした。

The cool river descent was refreshing on a hot day.
Since it was hot, the sunlight was intense on the way back from Kameoka Station to the car.
You can also stroll around Arashiyama, and the parking is free, so I recommend it.
There are several moments on the train ride back when you can look down at the places you were at before.

暑い中、涼しい川下りは気持ちよかったです。
暑い中だったので、帰りに亀岡駅から車までの日差しがきつかったです。
嵐山の散策もできるし、駐車場無料だし、おすすめ。
帰りの電車の車窓から　それまで自分たちがいた場所が見下ろせる瞬間が何回かあります。

I hadn't properly explored Kyoto since my school trip, so I chose a tour that wouldn't require me to worry about transportation or meals during the busy Golden Week period. There were fewer people than I expected, and the guide was very nice, so even though it was a fast-paced tour in the heat, I had a great time!

修学旅行以来ちゃんと京都をまわったことなかったので、GW期間中で人出が多いだろうから、移動や食事に気を回さないでもいいツアーにしました～☆ミ
思ったより人が少なかったし、案内役のガイドさんもとても良いかたでしたので、暑い中でのかけ足ツアーでしたが、めっちゃ楽しかったです♪

As a local, I was lucky to be able to book a river rafting trip during the peak season, which I had always wanted to do. You can enjoy the two-hour journey without getting bored thanks to the guide's rowing skills and techniques. Be prepared for the bumps and splashes, and enjoy some local beer while you're at it!

地元民ながらいつかは行きたいと思っていた川下りにトップシーズンに予約できてラッキーでした。2時間という長丁場を船頭さんのオール捌きとテクニックで飽きずに楽しめます。揺れと水しぶきを覚悟の上で地ビールでも飲みながら楽しんで下さい

There were occasional cheers at the natural Splash Mountain. It seems that this time was during a period of low water volume, so the flow was mostly gentle, which took a bit longer. During times of higher water volume, it seems the duration is shortened by about 30 minutes.

Since the boats for the river descent do not have roofs, a hat that won't blow away is essential. (The sightseeing boats near Arashiyama do have roofs.) Additionally, if you sit at the edge of the boat, water splashes can get in your eyes over the splash cover, so having sunglasses is even better.

I’m not good at waiting in line, so it was reassuring to have reservations for both the trolley and the river descent. I was also able to reserve a taxi, so after arriving at the Torokko Kameoka Station, I hopped into the waiting taxi and reached the river descent check-in in about 5 to 6 minutes. By the way, there are no taxis available for hailing at Torokko Kameoka Station.

天然のスプラッシュマウンテンに時折、歓声が上がっていました。
今回は水量が少ない時期のようで、緩やかな流れがほとんどだったので、少し時間がかかりました。水量が多い時期は30分短縮されるようです。
川下りの船には、屋根がないので飛ばされない帽子が必需です。（嵐山付近の遊覧船には屋根があります。）
また、船の端に座ると水よけのカバーを超えて水しぶきが目に入るので、サングラスがあると尚良いです。
並ぶ事が苦手なので、トロッコも川下りも予約で安心でした。
タクシーも予約出来たので、トロッコ亀岡駅に到着して待っているタクシーに乗り込み、 駅から5〜6分で川下りの受付まで来られました。
ちなみにトロッコ亀岡駅に流しのタクシーはいないそうです。

The tour guide was a veteran, and I felt a sense of security due to their experience. The tour was more comfortable than I had expected, and I was very satisfied.

ツアーガイドはベテランの方でしたが、経験があり、安心感がありました。
思っていた以上に快適なツアーで非常に満足でした。

The interesting talks from the boatmen were the best. I was moved by their appearance as they rowed the boat, sweating. This was my second time, and I want to go again.

船頭さん達の面白いトークが最高でした。汗をかいて船を漕ぐ姿に感動しました。今回で2回目ですが、また行きたいと思います。

The three boatmen were perfectly in sync, and we had a wonderful time. I think I'll participate every season.

3人の船頭さんの息もぴったりで、楽しい時間を過ごせました。。
四季折々の度に参加してみようと思います。。

It was a holiday weekend, but I arrived first thing in the morning, so there were few people and I was able to stroll around leisurely. The guide's stories were fascinating, and I was glad to get photos of the breathtaking views at the secret shooting spots without anyone around.

連休中でしたが、朝一番到着したので　人が少なく　ゆっくり散策できました。ｶﾞｲﾄﾞさんの　お話が興味深く、秘密の撮影ｽﾎﾟｯﾄも　ひとがいない絶景
の写真がとれてよかったです。

It was my first time participating, and it was a more enjoyable boat trip than I had imagined. The stories from the boatmen were fun, and the hour and a half flew by. There were wave shields set up, but having a light jacket was just right. I want to go again next year.

初めての参加でした。想像以上の楽しい船旅でした。船頭さん達のお話も楽しくてあっという間の1時間半でした。波よけも設置されてますが、薄手の上着があってちょうど良い感じでした。また、来年も行きたいです。

The Hozu River boat ride is very soothing, depending on the season and water levels! I had a wonderful time!

This was my first time using Veltra domestically, and the detailed explanations made it easy to understand, so I will continue to use it in the future.

However, this time I wanted to take the tram to the location, but I had to use JR because it was either same-day reservations or waiting in line. I thought it would have been even better if there were tours that included that option or more explanations available.

保津川下り、時期や水量によりますが癒やされます!とっても良い時間を過ごせました＼(^o^)／

ベルトラ、国内利用初めてでしたが、丁寧な説明でわかりやすいのでこれからも利用させてもらいます。

ただ、今回は、現地まで行くのにトロッコ列車に乗りたかったですが、当日予約か並ぶしかなくてJR利用になりました。セットで利用できるツアーや、説明があればなお良かったかな、と思いました。

I wanted to take the trolley from Arashiyama to the boarding area, but since it was during Golden Week, I couldn't make a reservation for the trolley, so I took the train to JR Kameoka Station instead. The weather was great that day, making it a perfect outing.

There were four boatmen (the number changes depending on the water level), and they were all very friendly, sharing various stories along the way. I particularly enjoyed the stories from Kaz○Stan○do (a charming older gentleman and lady, haha)!

We arrived at Arashiyama in about an hour and a half, and it felt just right—not too short, but also not too long, so I was very satisfied. I definitely plan to visit again during a different season.

Since you can get wet or feel cold depending on the weather that day, I think it's best to have a jacket regardless of the season. I will definitely come back to visit!

トロッコで嵐山から乗船場に行きたかったのですが、GWということもありトロッコの予約が出来なかったのでJR亀岡駅まで電車で行って向かいました。
当日は天気も良く絶好の日程でした。
船頭さん達は4人体制で、（水嵩によって人数が変わるとのこと）皆さん優しい感じで色々と道中お話しいただきました。
特にカズ○スタン○ードさん（可愛らしいおじおねいさん笑）のお話が面白かったです！
当日は1時間30分くらいで嵐山まで到着しましたが、もう終わりかという感じで短すぎることもなく、かと言って長すぎる旅でもなかったのですごく満足しました。
また、季節が違う時にぜひ行こうと思います。
水に濡れたり、当日の天気によっては寒く感じることもあるので上着は必ずどの季節でもあったほうが良いと思います。
また、絶対に遊びに行きます！

On May 2nd, I participated in the Shirakawa-go + Gokayama Gassho-zukuri sightseeing bus tour, and I had the most enjoyable day. The itinerary was well-organized with ample time for each visit, and the time allocation was just right. I was glad I chose the regular sightseeing bus instead of a rental car, especially seeing the long lines of tourists waiting for parking (some were trying to force their way into restricted areas and were stopped by security).

In Shirakawa-go, I explored every corner according to the guide. There is a fee of 400 yen for visiting the Gassho-zukuri buildings, and I visited Meisenji, Kanda House, Nagase House, and Wada House in that order. You can go up to see the interiors, and I felt a sense of familiarity with Nagase House since I had seen it featured in a program on NHK. Meisenji was also nice. Although Wada House is the most famous, after visiting three houses, I felt satisfied. The recommended photo spots were great as well. The lunch was delicious (beef, sweet grilled ayu...).

In Gokayama, there was an hour for sightseeing, but it takes about 15-20 minutes to go back and forth to the viewpoint on the hill, which I think is worth it. You can see the village with the backdrop of Ningyo Mountain very well. Regarding the origin of Ningyo Mountain, the guide mentioned, "I don't really understand it (it doesn't look like that)," but based on this year's remaining snow, it doesn't seem to match the legends. The folk museum staff informed me that there is a historical document on the outskirts of the village. The photos in the document were convincing, but it seems that this year's snow is different.

Perhaps it was due to the beautiful weather, but I think this activity at this price is quite reasonable. Thank you to the driver and guide for their careful driving and guidance.

　５月２日に、白川郷＋五箇山合掌造り周遊バスツアーに参加しましたが、最高の楽しい一日を過ごせました。
　行程も余裕を持って組んであり、見学時間も丁度良い時間配分になっていました。また、マイカー利用の観光客が駐車場待ちの長蛇の列を待っている状況（長時間待っても入れないと、マイカー侵入禁止区域に強引に入ろうとして警備員に止められていました）で、レンタカーではなく、定期観光バスを選択して良かったと思います。
　白川郷は案内に沿って、隅から隅まで回りました。合掌造りの建物の見学には400円（１件あたり）必要ですが、明善寺・神田家・長瀬家・和田家の順に回りました。上まで見学できますが、長瀬家はNHKで紹介された番組を見ていたので親近感がわきましたし、明善寺も良かったですね。和田家が一番有名ということでしたが、（確かにそういう感じはしたが）３件見ているともういいかなという感じでした。紹介してもらった撮影スポットも良かったですね。お昼ご飯も美味しかった（牛、アユの甘露煮・・・）。
　五箇山は、1時間の見学時間ですが、最初に高台のビュースポットに行くと往復15～20分かかりますが、ここは行くべきかと思います。奥の人形山をバックに集落が佇んでいる様子がよくわかります。人形山の由来については、ガイドさんが「自分ではよくわからない（そうは見えない）」と仰っていましたが、今年の雪の残りようだと、伝承のようには見えないと思います。民俗館の方が教えてくれましたが、集落は外れに由緒書きがあります。掲載されている写真ではなるほどと思いますが、今年はそういう残雪ではないように思いました。
　晴天に恵まれたこともあるかもしれませんが、このアクティビティで
この価格は十分にリーズナブルだと思います。
　運転手さん、ガイドさん、丁寧な運転・案内、ありがとうございました。

I used the tour at the end of April. The collaboration of the green trees, spring flowers like cherry blossoms, and the remaining snow on the distant mountains was very beautiful. I also thought I would like to visit Shirakawa-go in winter.

4月末にツアーを利用させていただきました。木々の緑と桜などの春のお花、遠くの山に残る雪のコラボレーションがとても素敵でした。冬の白川郷にも訪れてみたいと思いました。

This was my first time using this service. I thought it would be difficult to visit the main spots in Kyoto on my own, so I decided to join. We took the train to Fushimi Inari, but after that, we traveled by bus. Since we did a lot of walking, the bus transportation was really helpful. I was able to fully enjoy each sightseeing spot, and I'm really glad I participated in this tour.

今回初めて利用させていただきました。京都の主要箇所を自分たちで回るのは難しいと思ったので参加しました。伏見稲荷までは電車での移動でしたが、その後はバスでの移動でした。歩き回ることが多かったので、バス移動はかなり助かりました。各観光地をめいいっぱい楽しむことができてよかったです。このツアーに参加して本当良かったで

I was supposed to go touring on my motorcycle, but due to the weather forecast predicting heavy rain, I switched to a bus tour. However, the bus tour had its own perks, like insider information from the guide, which made me notice things I would usually overlook. I had a really great time. Thank you.

バイクでツーリングのはずが、
天気予報で大雨、そしてバスツアーに変更しました。
でも、バスツアーはバスツアーでガイドさんの裏情報なんかあって、普段なら素通りしてたところに気付かされたり。
とってもいい時間を過ごさせていただきました。
ありがとう。

I participated twice, once at the beginning of the autumn foliage season and once at the end of the cherry blossom season! There were three crew members on the boat, taking turns rowing at the front and back. True to the Kansai region, they kept us entertained with witty jokes while sharing information about the surrounding scenery and the details of the Hozu River descent.

Generally, we smoothly glided over the flat water, but there were also some acrobatic descents due to the changes in elevation, allowing us to enjoy both a leisurely boat ride and an exciting adventure.

On the day of the trip, you can buy tickets at the boarding area, but since it's hard to predict how crowded it will be, I reserved group tickets in advance through VELTRA (at the same price as on-site purchases), which helped me plan my trip more effectively!

(However, since weather conditions can vary on the day, reservations may have their pros and cons...)

紅葉時季の初めと、桜の終わりの時季と2度参加しました！
船には3人の船員さんが乗り、交代で先頭・船尾を漕いでくれます。
さすが関西、ウィットの効いたジョークも交えて、
飽きさせず周囲の景色や保津川下りのあらましなどを話してくださいます。

おおむね、平坦な水面をすいっと進みますが、
ところどころ段差でアクロバティックな下りもあり
長閑な舟遊びとエキサイティングな舟遊びと両方楽しめる感じです。

当日、船乗り場でチケットを買うこともできますが
混雑具合が読めませんので、
あらかじめ団体チケットを抑えているVELTRAで
（現地購入と同額で）予約しておけて、旅行が計画的にできました！

（当日の天候とかもあるので、予約は良し悪しあるかもしれませんが…）

The driver was safe, and the guide was polite and kind, making for a comfortable experience. I was very satisfied with the photo spots and gelato they recommended.

運転手さんは安全運転、ガイドさんは丁寧親切で快適に過ごせました。
教えて頂いた写真撮影スポットやジェラードも大満足。

The weather was nice, and the guide was cheerful, making it a very good tour. With lunch and souvenirs included, this price is a great deal.

天気も良く、ガイドさんも陽気な方でとても良いツアーでした。お昼ご飯やお土産がついてこの値段はお得です。