All Reviews for 2026 Japan Cherry Blossom Tours

On the day after Tokyo's massive typhoon and large earthquake, Ken Takahashi met us at the Yokohama port to provide the day tour in Tokyo we had reserved, originally planned the day earlier. Ken took us to all the places we wanted to see, with a few of them off the regular tourist path, with Tuck, our driver. We were so pleased to see the usual places tourists want to see, as well as take us to a bamboo forest. My wife also wanted to find an artisanal fan, and Ken found an excellent shop with wide choices with a 5th generation owner, and he helped her purchase one with a stand. Ken also took us to a tea ceremony, and then a tempura lunch, the best tempura we've ever eaten. He has an excellent knowledge of history and of the city, and with his experience, and our interests, he curated an active and meaningful 8-hour day. After the day, he created an edited video of our day (taken with his Go-Pro camera) and promptly sent it to us along with a journal of the day. One of the things we found most thoughtful was the coordination of Tuck's dropping us off close to the places we wanted to see, and then magically Tuck picked us up at a very close location, to maximize our valuable time that day. Wonderful day with Ken, and proactive communication with Veltra (Taiji) when we all realized that the typhoon was going to hit Tokyo on exactly the day we had planned our tour. We were so grateful that our tour could be pushed back one day.

The tour to mount Fuji overall was great. Tour guide is very nice, scenery was beautiful and so much fresh air comparing to city. The sky was abit foggy but it cleared up near afternoon. The ropeway is very crowded, didnt get a good view but Kawaguchi lake cruise was relaxing and fun. Would love to go on more of these.

I went on the tour with my sister two days after the October typhoon. Due to a landslide caused by the typhoon, we had to take a detour, which resulted in additional travel time. Unfortunately, we were not able to travel up to the 5th station due to the change in schedule/timing. We were also not able to see Fuji-san due to the cloudy weather. But we understand that this is beyond the tour company's control. On the flip side, the tour guides were extremely friendly and tried to make up for cancelling the 5th station trip by providing some snacks, which were quite thoughtful. Overall, I like how the tour guides were organized and upfront about the change in schedule. They also incorporated some humour when interacting with us, which made us feel welcomed. The ice cream at the end of the tour was a nice touch to complete the experience (we recommend having the peach flavour!). I can imagine that the itinerary would be perfect if the weather was accommodating. We will definitely come back again, perhaps during spring time when Mt. Fuji is more visible.

Brought mom on this tour today! It was her first time in Tokyo, and I was quite worried how the tour would turn out given the weather forecast (rain!) and the reported closures of certain attractions caused by the recent typhoon. As it turned out, our worries were unfounded! While it was indeed raining as we were boarding the bus this morning, the weather started to clear as we head closer to Mt Fuji. The tour agency also made very good arrangements for us to have a great time. Coupled with the enthusiastic tour guide Jane, I would say our whole bus-load of people truly had an unforgettable day out! And guess what we found at Mt.Fuji? None other than Mt.Fuji!! I know this may not make sense, but you'd be surprised how many people went to Mt Fuji without seeing it...mainly due to weather issues. Well, we thought we wouldn't be able to catch it, but we did...snow-capped no less!

Really appreciate the quality of the tour, the seamless arrangements from one destination to another, and the professionalism show by the tour guide, and our bus driver. Couldn't have asked for more. Thumbs up!

A very well organised day trip to Mount Fuji, including lunch, lake cruise and cable car ride.
Fantastic experience, although we only had a brief view of Fuji San (you can't control the weather!!).
Lovely light lunch at a "French Themed" restaurant in the theme park at the base of Fuji.
20 minute lake cruise and a cable car ride, with cracking views of Mount Fuji (if weather plays ball!!), expertly guided by Hiro!!
Thoroughly recommend this trip.

The overall impression of the experience was great and everything was on time.
We're a couple and liked the most about the mountain and scenery nearby. However, it depends on the weather as well. We're a bit unfortunate because we could not see the top of the mountain as it was cloudy (indeed, we could not predict the weather accurately, because we booked earlier based on forecast and it supposed to be sunny). But, we had enough time to walk and explore at the 5th station. The staffs were all great and friendly: from the lady who welcomed us, the guide who speaks both japanese and english, and of course the driver. We expected to have a light lunch provided, but the trip included a proper course lunch which was great and delicious. Also, they have options for special dietry and you must make sure to let them know. We can advice future participants to book in advanced as the tour can easily get fully book, please state clearly if you have any special dietry for lunch, and enjoy your trips! Overall, it's highly recommended especially for those travelling with kids, couple, and old people. All the seighseeing, lunch, cruise, cable car, and return transport are included.

This trip was in general very good. It was easy to find the meeting spot and the person who was standing there waiting was very helpful and made sure that everyone got on the bus etc. The bus was very comfortable and when arriving at the fifth plateau it was unfortunately cloudy. However the bus driver stopped at a second stop that was not in the plan and there we were able to see the top. Very appreciated! The lake cruise and the ropeway ride was okay, would probably be more fun if it was sunny. The time at this stop was too long as well. In the end, everyone was standing around and waiting for the bus to go back to Tokyo so maybe reduce the time there during the off season. But in general, a very good 1-day trip that I would recommend.

My husband and I did this great tour together. It was filled with fantastic views and sceneries. The boat cruise was amazing and Mount Fuji is stunning. It's 100% recommended to do this tour if you want to experience Mount Fuji from different points of views. It might get cold out there, so we recommend you bring a sweater. The tour leader was a sweetheart and the Veltra team did a great job organising every part of the trip. We highly recommend this tour.

The overall experience was outstanding. Both the tour leader and bus driver were very friendly and offer assistant in any way they can. At every stop the tour leader explained very carefully what to do and when we need to get back to the bus. The 5th Station was cloudy and we did not get the chance to see Mt. Fuji. Same for Lake Kawaguchi. However after riding the ropeway to the top of the mountain and wait for a while, we could finally see the peak of Mt. Fuji. Such an amazing experience. The best part of the tour is the western-style lunch at a very cozy restaurant, and the $3 coupon. We did not use the coupon to buy ice cream but to buy souvenir because there are many selections.

The entire process of booking the trip, partaking in the day’s activities, and returning back to Tokyo was all seamless. We were blessed with beautiful weather and clear views of Mt. Fuji, which was a huge bonus. Lunch was great. If you are a big eater, I would recommend bringing or buying a snack for the ride home in the evening. Overall, very satisfied!

Had an amazing time on this tour. Our tour guide communicated clearly and effectively with the guests. He made sure everyone knew when and where to come back at and willingly answered everyones questions. The weather was perfect!! We saw Mt. Fuji in all its beauty. Lunch was pretty good with a fun spot at FujiQ theme park. Lots of photo opportunities! The boat ride was great, you get to see mt. Fuji without interruptions. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to spend a day seeing the famous mountain

I was satisfied with the bus tour I booked this time. The tour guide was cheerful, and the bus driver was kind. I think it was great that we were able to visit many sightseeing spots, but I wish we had a bit more time. It felt like there wasn't much time to buy souvenirs leisurely. However, overall, compared to traveling alone using public transportation, it was stress-free, and I would like to use this service again next time.

今回は、バスツアーを予約して満足でした。
ツアーガイドさんも明るく、バスの運転士さんも親切でした。
観光名所をたくさん訪れる事が出来て良かったとは思いますが、時間にもう少し余裕があれば良かったと思います。お土産などをゆっくり買う時間はあまりなかった感じです。
でも、全体的には、個人で公共の交通機関を利用してまわることを考えたらストレスがなくて、次回も利用したいと思いました。

The best option for foreigners to visit Mt. Fuji as a one day trip. The trip was very well planned and organized. Our tour coordinator was very pleasant and friendly. She was very informative about the various attractions on the way as well as the planned spots. Our first destination was fifth station of Mt. Fuji. Even though clouds covered Mt. Fuji most of the time, we were able to have a pretty good look at the highest peak of Japan, thanks to our generous driver who stopped at a point( when the clouds moved away for a few moments) just below the fifth station on our way back. The next destination was lake kawaguchi where we experienced lake cruise and rope way ride. The lake is surrounded by green landscape. This will be a perfect option for any group like family, friends, couples etc.

The experience overall was amazing starting with the bus journey to Fuji which was comfy and air conditioned with a friendly driver. Our tour leader was extremely informative, happy and spoke great English. The 5th station was cloudy but it was a lovely area to walk around and the views were still incredible. The boat journey on Lake kawaguchi was stunning and peaceful. What made the whole trip was when we went up the ropeway the cloudy had moved and we could see Mount Fuji clearly. A lovely touch at the end was a voucher for ice cream. I would recommend this trip to everyone who want to see Mount Fuji or just wants a trip outside busy Tokyo.

It was amazing experience to visit Mt. Fuji
Tour guide and driver are really kind.
Food was amazing, never had Hoto noodles before, it wasMiso type flavored soup.
Souvenir shop was interesting I bought rock sweets

The bus tour from Kanazawa to Shirakawa-go was wonderful, thanks to the excellent service from our guide K and driver M from the organizing company, White Ring. The bus parking and dining location were right in the main street of Shirakawa-go, so there was no time loss for exploring. The information about various sightseeing spots and souvenirs made our exploration time even more fulfilling. I definitely want to participate in the autumn foliage and winter illumination if I get the chance.

金沢発の白川郷バスツアーですが、開催会社ホワイトリングのガイドＫさん＆ドライバーＭさんの対応がすばらしく、思い出になる旅行となりました。
白川郷メイン通り内にバス駐車＆食事場所でしたので散策にタイムロスがないです。
散策スポットやいろいろなお土産情報が、散策時間をより充実させてくれました。
ぜひ　秋の紅葉や冬のライトアップに機会あったら参加したいです。

This time, I participated in a solo trip. It had been since my school trip that I visited Kyoto. For someone like me who has no sense of direction, I was able to efficiently visit the main tourist spots and truly enjoyed it. The sightseeing bus was completely different in terms of comfort and views compared to public transportation—it was fantastic! It seems that even with tourist traffic, we were prioritized and could move smoothly. The guide was a young girl, but she was very considerate of everyone and showed a great personality, working hard. This was also very soothing.

今回、一人旅で参加しました。
修学旅行以来の京都。土地勘の全く無い私にとって京都の主要観光地を、効率よく廻れてとても満喫出来ました。公共の乗り物より観光バスは、乗り心地と眺めが全然違いサイコーでした！観光地渋滞も、優先されてスムーズに行けるようです。
ガイドさんも、若い女の子でしたが、みんなに気配りが出来ていて、一生懸命に頑張っている、とても良いお人柄がにじみ出ていました。これも、癒されました。

It was very good! When I signed up, it mentioned that lunch would be a udon set meal, so I was expecting that, but it turned out to be tofu dishes. The restaurant was spacious, and I was able to enjoy my meal slowly and comfortably, so I'm glad I opted for the lunch option. However, I'm not a big fan of tofu, and the dishes served were mostly tofu, which became a bit monotonous (；▽；). But I was able to enjoy a meal that was characteristic of Kyoto, and this also became a memorable experience. Thank you very much! (^^)

とても良かったです！
申し込む際に、昼食はうどん定食と記載があったのでそのつもりだったが実際は豆腐料理だった。お店は広くてゆっくり、ゆったりと食事ができたので昼食付きにしておいてよかったと思った。しかし豆腐がそんなに好きではないし、出された料理が豆腐ばかりで飽きてしまった(；▽；)でも京都らしい食事が出来、これも思い出になりました。ありがとうございました(^^)

This time, my parents were traveling to Osaka, so I searched for a bus tour and signed up for this lunch plan. When I heard the story, they went to Kiyomizu Temple to make it in time for the departure, but there was no bus. They hurriedly called the office and were told that the bus was heading to Kinkaku-ji, so they had to take a taxi. When I asked other guests, they said that the bus left without confirming attendance 10 or 15 minutes before the meeting time.

I was really disappointed to hear that, especially since we were looking forward to it.

For future reference, it would be better to confirm attendance. This was the first time something like this happened, and it was especially frustrating since they weren't late. I can imagine they felt anxious without the bus.

今回、両親が大阪旅行するということで、バスツアーを捜してこちらの昼食つきプランを申し込みました。話を聞いたところ、清水寺で出発時間に間に合うように行ったのにバスがなかった、とあわてて事務所に電話すると金閣寺に向かってるから追いかけてくれ、と両親はタクシーを拾い向かったと云いました。ほかの客に聞いたところ、集合時間の１０分か１５分前に点呼確認もしないで出発したといいました。
せっかく楽しみにしてこちらもそんなことになったのかと思ったら大変だったし私も残念でした。

今後のためにも点呼はした方がいいです。そんなこと初めてです。それも時間に遅れていったわけではないのに。バスがなくて不安だったと思います。

I used the service on September 8. I was the only woman… the rest were mostly families or friends, and almost all were from overseas. I felt really lonely, but the tour guide talked to me, so I didn’t feel too lonely. I was very satisfied because we could visit all the must-see spots in Kyoto in one go. The tour itself involves taking a bus to the destination, and then everyone can explore freely, as long as they return by the bus departure time, so I think it's perfect for those who don’t want to travel in large groups. It was hot, and I got a bit exhausted, but I had a very fulfilling time. The tour guide also gave helpful advice on how to visit efficiently and see great places. If I go to Kyoto again, I would like to use this service. Next time, I’ll bring someone with me!

9月8日に利用しました。女1人は私だけ…あとは家族連れか友達とかほぼ海外の方で占めていました。すっごく心細かったのですが添乗員さんが話しかけて下さってあまり寂しい思いはしませんでした。京都と言えば！の所を一気に周れるので大満足でした。ツアー自体は目的地までバスで行って、あとは各々好きに行動してバスの出発時刻までには戻ってきて下さいというシステムなので大人数で行動するのが嫌だという方にもぴったりだと思います。暑さもあり、バテてしまいましたがとても充実した時間を過ごす事ができました。添乗員さんもこういう風に行くと効率がよくいい場所見れますよとアドバイス下さったので助かりました。また京都行くことあれば利用したいです。今度は誰かを連れて行きます笑

Since there were guests from abroad, there were also guides available in English. The food was delicious, and we also had the experience of making washi paper. The guide also shared some secret photography spots, making our time enjoyable. Shirakawa-go is definitely worth visiting again during the autumn foliage and snowy seasons.

外国からのお客様もいらっしゃったので、英語での案内もありました。食事も美味しく、紙すき体験もしました。
ガイドさんから秘密の撮影スポットも教えて頂き楽しく過ごしました。
白川郷は紅葉と雪の季節に再び行く価値ありです。

I signed up for the course on Saturday. I thought it would be a mountain road, but it wasn't like that at all, and I didn't get motion sickness. I had plenty of time to explore Shirakawa-go. I asked the guide for recommendations on sushi restaurants in Kanazawa and headed there afterward. It was very delicious. I would like to sign up again in a different season.

土曜のコースに申し込みしました。山道かとおもったけどそんなこともなく、酔わずにすみました。白川郷の散策は十分な時間がとれました。ガイドさんの金沢のお勧めお寿司のお店の情報をきいてそのあと向かいました。とっても美味しかったです。また違う季節に申し込みしたいです。

Would definitely recommend this itinerary & tour! Our tour guide was friendly and service was great overall.

I was happily surprise for the whole tour, very veryyy nice, comfortable bus, very well organized tour, beautiful places to appreciate the mount Fuji. I felt they really thought about us as visitors and welcome guests, not just random people that only represent money for the company. Totally recommend this tour and the company. I would definitely go with them again. I traveled with my wife and 1 year old baby, and I had no issues, perhaps I would recommend next time to offer a car seat for the baby.

I used the service on August 2nd. Despite the scorching heat of 38 degrees in Kyoto, thanks to the staff, Takki (the handsome Takigawa) and the beautiful and kind Sakaguchi, I had a very comfortable time.

We were able to visit multiple places in a short time, and during the bus rides, we received enjoyable and informative explanations. When walking, they carefully checked on the delayed tour participants, and both Takki and Sakaguchi went back and forth several times, kindly checking in on everyone. I was truly moved by this genuine "omotenashi" (hospitality)!

I definitely want to use this service again. I am sincerely grateful to the wonderful staff.

８月２日に利用。京都は３８度の猛暑の中、スタッフのタッキーことイケメン滝川さんと、美人で優しい坂口さんのおかげで、とても快適な時間を過ごせました。
短時間で何箇所も回れ、バス移動の間には楽しく参考になる解説をしてもらえます。徒歩移動の際は、遅れたツアー客の様子をきちんと確認し、タッキーさんも坂口さんも何回も前後を行き来して優しく声をかけてくださいました。これこそ本物の「おもてなし」だと感激しました！
是非、また利用したいと思います。
本当にお世話になりました。素晴らしいスタッフさん方に、心より感謝しております。

When traveling individually, I was able to tour the area according to the planned schedule, which would be difficult to do in just one day. I chose a meal plan at Kiyomizu-dera, but I wished I had a bit more time to eat leisurely. The meal was tofu cuisine and very delicious, but it was "chilled tofu" due to the season. Personally, I would have preferred hot tofu, so that was a bit disappointing. Overall, I was very satisfied and glad to have participated.

個人で移動すると、一日では周りきれない工程を予定どおりのスケジュールで観光できました。
清水寺で食事付きのプランにしたのですが、もう少しゆっくり食べる時間が欲しかったです。食事は、豆腐料理でとても美味しかったのですが、季節柄『冷やし豆腐』でした。個人的には湯豆腐が良かったので、それだけが少し残念でした。
全体的には非常に満足で、参加して良かったです。

The tour itinerary was very good and gave a nice overview of Tokyo. The guide we had in the morning was good and knowledgeable, but at times was very difficult to understand. The guide in the afternoon was excellent. Lunch was very good, but we felt too rushed and the restaurant staff was somewhat rude
Overall the tour was.money well spent.

I'm really glad I reserved this bus for my summer vacation trip from Hokkaido on a very hot day in August. If we had traveled on our own, it would have taken a long time to reach our destinations, and I don't think we could have visited all the places we wanted to in one day. Also, it was helpful to be able to sit on an air-conditioned bus during the hot weather. If we had used the subway or city buses, not being able to sit would have made us even more tired. The guide was also very kind, and we had a great time. Thanks to this, my child and I were able to enjoy a wonderful time together. Thank you!

北海道から夏休みの旅行にと、8月の大変暑い日に行ったので、こちらのバスを予約しておいて本当に良かったです。
自分たちで回っても目的地に着くまで時間がかかって、見たいところを一日で回ることはできなかったと思います。
また、暑かったので移動中にエアコンが効いているバスに必ず座れる、というのも助かりました。
地下鉄や市営のバスで移動していたら、座れなかったら疲れが倍増していたと思います。
ガイドさんもとても親切で、楽しかったです。
おかげで親子で楽しい時間を過ごせました。
ありがとうございます。

It is too harsh to research transportation and move around in the hot summer of Kyoto. However, with a bus tour, you can take a break and cool off in the air conditioning in between. It was a great help for someone like me who lives in the northern region.

自ら交通手段を調べて動くには、暑い夏の京都は過酷過ぎます。
しかし、バスツアーなら合間に冷房で涼みながら座って休む事ができます。
北の地域に住む私にとって、助かりました。

I wanted to tour Kyoto during Obon, but I thought there would be traffic and full parking lots with my car, so I signed up for this tour. We traveled as a family of five, and it was fantastic to smoothly visit Kyoto's iconic spots like Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu Temple, Kinkaku-ji, and Arashiyama. I don't think we could have covered all that in one day with our car.

With the bus tour, I was a bit concerned about the departure time, but I think the schedule allowed us to visit the sites almost optimally. The tour guide and the driver were friendly, making it a fun trip.

お盆に京都巡りをしたかったのですが、マイカーでは、駐車場と道路が渋滞と満車であると思い、このツアーを申し込みました。
家族5人で巡りましたが、京都の代表的な伏見稲荷、清水寺、金閣寺、嵐山をスムーズに巡る事が出来て最高でした。マイカーでは、まず1日で巡れてないと思います。
バスツアーでは、出発時間が少し気にはなる所ですが、タイムスケジュールもほぼ最適に参拝出来たと思います。
添乗員さん、運転手さんも
愛想良く楽しい旅になりました。