All Reviews for Japan Autumn Tours 2024

As mentioned in other people's experiences, it was a bus tour for foreigners. There were only two groups of Japanese people, including myself, but the guide was very attentive and provided detailed explanations in Japanese, showing great consideration. The travel time on the bus was long, so I found the return trip quite tough on my back, haha. I was able to fully enjoy the magnificent nature of Takachiho, and overall, I had a fulfilling day, so I am very satisfied. I would love to participate again if I have the chance.

他の方の体験談にもあるように外国の方向けのバスツアーでした。
日本人は自分含め2組でしたが、ガイドさんは丁寧に日本語でも細かくガイドして頂き、気配りの出来る方でした♪
バスでの移動時間が長いので、帰りのバスはけっこう腰が辛かったです笑
高千穂の大いなる自然を満喫出来、全体的にも充実した1日を過ごせたのでとても満足してます☺︎
また機会があれば参加したいです。

To conclude, I’m really glad I participated!
As a trip, every location had many highlights. When I participated, the rough time allocations were about 1 hour in Gujo Hachiman, 2 hours in Takayama, and 2 hours in Shirakawa-go, so you need to move efficiently and quickly, or you won't have enough time. I think it's better to research the places you want to visit in advance.
Since I went to Shirakawa-go on a weekday between 3 PM and 5 PM, many shops that usually stay open until 5 PM closed by 4 PM, so it’s better to check out cafes and the gassho-zukuri buildings first. On the flip side, from around 4 PM, the number of tourists decreases, making it easier to take photos of the scenery.
Regarding the other tourists on the same tour, when I participated, I was the only Japanese person. (laughs) There were many tourists from China, and since I had seen reviews of this tour, to be honest, I was quite anxious until we reached the first sightseeing spot. However, everyone was very well-mannered, quiet on the bus, and adhered to the meeting times, returning to Nagoya as scheduled. This was another reason I felt glad to join this tour. My impression really changed.
As for the guide, I can’t emphasize enough how positive my impression was; it’s not an exaggeration to say that thanks to this person, we had a safe tour.
On the bus, they provided highlights of the places we visited and safety reminders (like restroom breaks and seatbelt alerts) in Chinese, English, and Japanese, allowing for a safe and comfortable sightseeing experience. They were probably from China but spoke Japanese well, and whenever they spotted me, the only Japanese person, they spoke to me in Japanese. When we finally arrived in Nagoya, after everyone got off, they checked the seats to ensure no one left anything behind, showing great consideration until the very end. It was truly a wonderful tour.
Thank you very much.

結論から言いますが、参加してほんと良かったです！
旅行としてはどの箇所も見所多く私が参加した時は、大まかですが郡上八幡が1時間、飛騨高山2時間、白川郷2時間の滞在時間なので、ある程度効率よく早足で回らないと時間が足りなくなります。寄りたい場所をある程度調べて訪れた方が良いと思います。
白川郷は平日の15〜17時の時間帯に行ったので、本来なら17時までやってる店なども16時に閉まる店が多く、先にカフェや合掌造りの建物を見学した方が良いです。逆に言えば16時くらいから観光客が減るので景色を撮りやすい時間でした。
同じツアー観光客についてですが、私が参加した時は日本人は私1人でした。笑
中国からの観光客が多くみられ、このツアーの口コミも観てたので本音言うと最初の観光地に着くまですごく不安でした。しかし、皆さんすごくマナー良くバス内では静かで、集合時間も守り、名古屋には予定通りに戻ってきました。この点もこのツアーに参加して良かったと思った点です。ほんとに印象が変わりました。
ガイドさんについてですが、この方のおかげで安全なツアーが出来たと言っても過言では無いほど好印象な方でした。
バス内では中国語、英語、日本語で訪問箇所の見どころや移動中の注意点(トイレ休憩あるかやシートベルトの注意喚起)をしてくださり、安全で快適な観光ができました。多分中国出身の方でしたが、日本語も上手で、唯一日本人の私を見かけたら日本語で話してくれました。最後名古屋に着くと、全員降りた後に忘れ物がないか座席を確認してる姿も最後まで配慮が行き届いた方で、ほんとに良いツアーでした。
ありがとうございました。

The plan was to go from Takayama to Shirakawa-go, but due to road congestion, it was reversed. It might have been better that way.
The guide was trilingual and spoke Japanese well.
The bus tour had 80% Asian foreigners and 20% Japanese, but everyone was punctual and well-behaved.
Shirakawa-go was snowy, but we were able to visit all the sightseeing points we wanted. I gave up on lunch and ate skewers and menchi katsu on the bus.
It was raining in Takayama. We arrived at 2:30, and since most ramen shops were closed, we found one that was still open and went in. The soup had a rich flavor, but it was delicious.
I was glad we could visit Takayama Jinya and Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine.
Lastly, I appreciate the female driver for her safe driving. 😊

高山から白川郷の予定が、道路の混雑により逆になりました。却って良かったかもしれません。
ガイドさんはトリリンガルで、日本語も上手でした。
アジア系外国人8割･日本人2割のバスツアーでしたが、皆さん時間厳守でお行儀も良かったです。
白川郷は雪でしたが、行きたい観光ポイントは全て行けました。昼食は諦めて、串焼きとメンチカツをバス内で食べました。
高山は雨。2時半に着いたのでラーメン屋さんはほぼ時間外の中、1軒だけ営業中を見つけ入店しました。濃い味のスープでしたが、美味しかったです。
高山陣屋と桜山八幡宮に行けて良かったです。
最後に、安全運転をして下さった女性ドライバーさんに感謝😊

We participated as sisters aged 75 and 73. During the day, we took this course, and at night, we went to Tokyo Mega Illumination and stayed at a business hotel. Although we live in Saitama Prefecture and are not very confident in our mobility, it was difficult to return home at night after participating all day, so we stayed overnight. It became a wonderful memory, and we really enjoyed it. The Sky Transportation was excellent.

75才と73才の姉妹で参加しました。昼はこのコースに夜は東京メガイルミに行ってビジネスホテルに宿泊しました。私達姉妹は埼玉県に住んでいますが　足もあまり自信がなく　昼夜の参加で夜の帰宅が大変なので1泊して帰りました。
良い思い出になり本当に楽しかった。　スカイ交通最高でした。

The weather was nice, perfect for a sky bus ride. I thought there wouldn't be many people since it was December, but it was almost full. Since there was no roof, it was thrilling when we passed under the elevated tracks. Time flew by in no time.

お天気が良く、最高のスカイバス日和。12月なのであまり人がいないかと思っていたら、ほぼ満席。屋根がないので、高架線の下を走るときにはスリル満点。あっという間に時間が過ぎました。

On this day, the forecast predicted a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C in Shirakawa-go. Thanks to that, I was able to visit Shirakawa-go, which I had seen in TV shows and photos, with its beautiful snowy scenery.

With a heat pack on my back, another in my shoes, and rain shoe covers on, I was fully prepared for my stroll. This allowed me to enjoy the stunning winter landscape of Shirakawa-go and indulge in some street food without being deterred by the cold or muddy ground!

The nostalgic old town of Takayama was filled with exciting shops from the moment I stepped in. I enjoyed exploring while savoring gourmet food, chopsticks, bowls, and local sake. I also visited Takayama Jinya and felt like I had traveled back in time!

I wish I had more time, but considering how challenging it is to get there, I thought it was great to experience it on a day trip bus tour from Nagoya!

この日、予報では最高気温は３℃、最低気温は－１℃の白川郷へ。おかげで、テレビや写真で見たことのある、雪景色の白川郷を訪れることができました。
背中にカイロ、靴の中にもカイロ、レインシューズカバーも装着し、完全防備で散策に向かったおかげで、寒さやぬかるむ足元にひるむことなく、白銀の白川郷の風景や食べ歩きを楽しむことができました！
高山のノストラジックな古き良き町並みは、一歩足を踏み入れた瞬間からワクワクするお店が並び、グルメやお箸・お椀、銘酒を堪能しながら散策しました。
高山陣屋もお邪魔して、タイムスリップした気分を味わいました！
もっともっと時間があったら良かったけど、そもそも行くだけでなかなかハードな地域なので、名古屋からの日帰りバスツアーで体験できるのは良いな☆と思いました。

It was my first time visiting Shirakawa-go and Hida Takayama.
There was heavy snowfall, but I was able to enjoy it thoroughly.
There were many travelers from overseas.
It was a good tour without any delays.

初めての白川郷と飛騨高山でした。
大雪でしたがしっかり楽しめました。
海外からの旅行者が多かったです。
時間も遅れることなく良いツアーでした。

The guide was Chinese, and he provided explanations not only in Chinese but also in English. However, the amount of explanation in Japanese and English was less than half compared to Chinese. This was within expectations. When it was time for the bus to depart, the guide checked the number of passengers. While everyone was indeed on the bus, there were some who were not seated. I felt that this was a bit dangerous.

ガイドさんは中国人でしたが、中国語だけでなく英語でも説明してくれました。ただし、説明の量は中国語に比べると日本語や英語でも説明は半分以下でした。ここまでは想定内。ガイドさんがバスの発車時刻になると人数確認をされます。確かにバスの中にはいるのですが、座席についていない方がおられました。少し危険かなと感じました。

Takachiho Gorge and Amano Iwato Shrine are very healing. The dynamic scenery is breathtaking. The lunch was also delicious. I would like to participate again.

高千穂峡と天岩戸神社が、癒されます。ダイナミックな絶景。昼食も、美味しかったです。また、参加したいです。

I'm glad I was able to visit the long-desired Takachiho! If I could wish for more, I would have liked to ride a boat as well. The food was delicious. I experienced the hospitality of the local Japanese people. Although the guide was not Japanese, they provided guidance in Chinese and English, and perhaps because there were few Japanese people, they offered direct assistance. They also helped me take photos, which became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.

憧れの高千穂に行けて良かったです！
欲を言えばもボートにも乗りたかったな。
食事も美味しかったです。
現地の日本人のおもてなしを受ける事が出来ました。
ガイドさんは、日本人ではありませんでしたが、中国語で案内して英語で案内して、日本人は少ない為か直接案内をしてくれました。
写真も撮るのを手伝ってくれました。とても良い記念になりました。
ありがとうございました。

I participated in a tour of Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go, which are two attractions that are quite difficult to cover in just one day. The majority of the participants were from China, and the large bus was fully booked. The tour guide provided explanations in both Chinese and Japanese.

On the way, it started to snow on the highway, causing traffic congestion, so we changed our plans and headed to Shirakawa-go first. The path to the observation deck was not in great condition due to rain and snow, but I wanted to see the view from the deck, so I walked there. Once I reached the top, I was able to overlook the beautiful snowy houses of Shirakawa-go, which was truly moving. The visit to the Nagase family house afterward was also nice, as I could take my time exploring the interior. I was worried that the two-hour stay might be a bit short, but I think I managed to see the main parts of the village.

Since we arrived in Hida Takayama in the afternoon, we couldn't visit the morning market, but we did explore Takayama Jinya and stroll through the old streets. The visit to Takayama Jinya took about 30 minutes, and it was impressive with its spacious grounds. Perhaps due to the time of day, there were few visitors, allowing for a leisurely exploration. I noticed that many shops near the bus parking area ended their lunch service around 3 PM, which is something to keep in mind.

Overall, it was an efficient bus tour that allowed us to visit two locations, and the tour guide's service was pleasant, making for a fulfilling day.

飛騨高山と白川郷のツアー、なかなか1日では回れない2つの観光地に行けるのが魅力的で参加しました。参加者は中国の方が多く大型バスが満席、添乗員さんは中国語と日本語での説明をされていました。
行きの高速道路で雪が降り始め道路が混雑したため、予定変更で先に白川郷へ行くことに。展望台への道も雨と雪で足元が良くない状況でしたが、せっかくなので展望台からの景色が見たくて、徒歩で展望台へ。登ってみたらとても素敵な雪の白川郷の家並みを見渡すことができ、感動的でした。その後に立ち寄った長瀬家もゆっくり内部を見学できて良かったです。2時間の滞在は少し短いかと心配していましたが、一通り集落を回ることができたと思います。
飛騨高山は午後の到着になったため、朝市見学はできませんでしたが、高山陣屋を見学し古い街並みを散策しました。高山陣屋は30分程で見学。広いお屋敷で見応えがありました。時間帯もあってか、見学客が少なく、ゆっくり見学できました。バスの駐車場近辺の商店街は、ランチタイムが15時頃終了してしまう所が多かった点は注意が必要かと思いました。
全体的には効率よく2箇所を巡ることのできるバスツアーで、添乗員さんの対応も気持ち良く、充実した1日でした。

There were many participants from China, so there were announcements in Chinese as well as in Japanese. Shirakawa-go and Takayama felt like a different world, and the bus stopped at tourist spots, allowing us to enjoy sightseeing at a leisurely pace.

参加者は中国の方が多数居たせいか、中国語の案内と日本語の案内が有りました。
白川郷に飛騨高山は別世界、観光場所にバスを停車してくれるので、ゆっくり観光出来ました。

Due to not properly considering the details, I realized I wouldn't make it in time for the flight, so I only participated in the visit to Kumamoto Castle and the lunch buffet, and then I left the tour. I wanted to go to Mount Aso and Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine in the afternoon.

詳細をきちんと検討しなかった為飛行時間に間に合わない事が分かり、熊本城見学とお昼のバイキングだけをいただき、ツアーから抜けました。
午後からの阿蘇山、上色見熊野座神社に行きたかったです。

Most of the passengers were Chinese, but everyone was punctual, boarded quietly, and followed good manners, which made me feel at ease. The driver's skills were excellent, and it was great that the schedule was maintained on time.

乗客が中国人の方がほとんどでしたが、みなさん時間を守り、静かに乗車してて、マナーを守る人達ばかりで安心して乗れました。
運転手さんの運転も上手で時間通りに予定が進んで良かったです。

It was a participation in the very hot end of July. I hoped to join to take a Vietnamese youth studying in America, but as the reviews said, it was mostly a tour catering to customers from China. The guide was sweating profusely in the extreme heat, doing their best, and I could see efforts to accommodate in English, such as preparing English leaflets. For me, who is learning Chinese, it was enjoyable to have some interactions in Chinese. All the participants were well-mannered, and I personally hope that many inbound visitors will see the wonderful aspects of Japan and share them when they return to their home countries.

By the way, I was happy to find the flowering of the tobacco plant; it was a nice reunion after a long time. The lunch was also fulfilling, and I was satisfied that we could go to Takachiho for a day trip.

とても暑さの厳しい7月末の参加でした。アメリカに留学中のベトナムの青年を連れていくために参加を希望しましたが、口コミの通り、ほぼ中国からのお客様対応のツァーでした。ガイドさんも酷暑の中汗びっしょりで孤軍奮闘、英語のリーフレットを用意するなど英語対応の努力が窺えました。中国語を学んでいる私にとってはそれなりに楽しめる中国語のやりとりでしたよ。参加者の皆さん節度ある方で、私自身は数多くのインバウンドのお客さんには日本の素敵なところを見て祖国に帰って伝えて欲しいと思っています。

そういえばイワタバコの花が咲いているのを見つけ、久し振りの出会いが嬉しかったです。
昼食も充実していましたし、日帰りで高千穂までいけたのですから満足です。

I had wanted to visit this place for a long time, so I was glad to join the tour this time. Participating alone didn't bother me at all, but while I was taking photos of the scenery, I fell behind and almost got lost. The strict adherence to the schedule during breaks and free time is one of the challenges of group travel, but I was grateful that the guide was attentive to us. The staff at the dining places were also very accommodating, making it an overall satisfying trip.

ずっと前から行きたかった場所だったので、
今回ツアーに参加して良かったです。
一人での参加は全く気になりませんが、風景を撮っていたりすると遅れを取り、迷子になりそうになったり、休憩・自由時間も時間厳守だったりが団体旅行の大変さですが、ガイドさんが気に掛けて下さっていたので有り難かったです。お食事処の皆さんの対応も良く、総じて満足な旅でした。

We were blessed with warm and beautiful weather that felt more like spring than December, allowing everyone to create wonderful travel memories while keeping to the schedule. All three sightseeing spots were attractive, and exploring the shops was enjoyable. Our guide, Mr. Chou, was very kind and attentive, which was great. The explanations in Chinese, Japanese, and English were impressive. The driver also drove safely and had a pleasant demeanor.

１２月とは思えない暖かな良い晴天に恵まれて、皆さん時間厳守で楽しい旅の思い出ができました。
観光地は、３箇所とも魅力的でお店巡りも楽しかったです。
ガイドのちょうさんは、とても親切で気配りの出来る方で良かったです。中国語日本語英語の3カ国の言葉での説明は、すごいですね。運転手の方も安全運転、感じも好感もてました。ある

It seems that the amount of water was low, so the intensity was moderate. However, we were able to stay on the boat longer, and thanks to the boatman's skillful storytelling, we had a very enjoyable time. The autumn leaves were beautiful enough, although it seems that they need the perfect combination of rain, heat, and coolness to achieve a perfect score.

水の量が少ないらしく、激しさはほどほどでした。その分長く乗っていられ、船頭さんの巧みな話術で、とても楽しい時間を過ごせたので良かったです。紅葉は、雨、暑さ、冷えの三拍子が、完璧でないと、100点にならないようですが、十分綺麗でした。

I thought it would have been good to have a bit more explanation for the Japanese people. The Chinese guide mentioned that their Japanese wasn't very good. Some people walked quickly and couldn't keep up.

日本人にももう少し説明があっても良いと思った。
中国人のガイドで日本語はあまりと言ってました。
歩きも早く着いていけない人もいました。

We are a family of four from Singapore.
On November 30th, we visited Takayama and Shirakawa-go.
Since it was a bit early in the season, we weren't expecting snow, but we were surprised to find sleet mixed with snow.
Both the kids and the parents were excited. It was amazing! Next time, we hope to visit a little later and see the snowy landscapes like in the pictures.

シンガポールから来た家族４人組です。
１１月３０日高山白川郷へ行ってきました。
時期的に少し早いので、雪は期待してなかったのですが、なんとミゾレ交じりの雪。
子供も親も興奮状態。アメージングです‼。次回はもう少し遅く、写真で見るような雪景色を
期待。

I visited Gujo Hachiman and Shirakawa-go for the first time. It was very nice. The gassho-zukuri with snow was the best; I was lucky. The guide explained in three languages, but I think I was the only Japanese person there. If that's the case, I feel a bit sorry about it. Thank you very much.

郡上八幡も白川郷も初めて訪れました
とても良かったです
雪のある合掌造りは最高でした　ラッキーでした
ガイドさんが3カ国でご説明くださいましたが日本人は私だけだったのではないでしょうか？
そうだとしたら申し訳なかったかなと思います　
本当にありがとうございました

My 89-year-old father and 84-year-old mother were also able to enjoy it without any difficulty, making it a great way to show my appreciation for them. Thank you to the boatman for the safe navigation.

89歳の父と84歳の母も難なく、楽しむことができ、良い親孝行となりました。船頭さん、安全運航ありがとうございます。

I went to Nagoya for sightseeing, but I didn't do enough research on the places I wanted to visit. When I checked Veltra, I found out there are day tours by sightseeing bus to Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go in Gifu. Shirakawa-go has been a place I wanted to visit for a long time, but I didn't have a clear image of the specific location or how to get there (I hadn't researched it), so this sightseeing bus tour was very lucky for me. The old streets of Hida Takayama felt fresh to me, and the guide explained everything well, allowing me to have a fulfilling day.

　観光で名古屋に行ったのですが、
現地での行きたい所の下調べが足りず、
Veltraでチェックしたところ、観光バスで
岐阜の飛騨高山や白川郷の日帰りツアーが
あるのを知りました。
　白川郷は以前から一度は行きたい所でしたが
具体的な場所や行き方(調べた訳ではありませんが)
のイメージが無く、今回の観光バスツアーは
とてもラッキーでした。
　飛騨高山の古くからの街並みも自分にとって新鮮な感じがしてガイドさんも良く説明してくれて
充実した一日を過ごすことが出来ました。
　

I never expected to see snow at the end of November, so it was truly wonderful to see the snow-covered roofs in Shirakawa-go! Additionally, I appreciated the 15-minute restroom breaks at the service area on both the way there and back. The streets of Takayama were also very charming, and I had the chance to enjoy some delicious food, making it an amazing experience. I would love to use this service again if the opportunity arises!

11月末でまさか雪が降ってると思わず、白川郷の屋根に積もる雪景色を見る事ができた事は本当によかったです！
また途中行きも帰りも15分のトイレ休憩でサービスエリアにも寄っていただき助かりました。飛騨高山の街並み観光もとても素敵で、美味しいものも食べられ最高な経験になりました。
また機会があれば使わせていただきたいと思います‼︎

I participated in a tour of Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go in early November! In conclusion, it was a very enjoyable tour, and both my husband and I were extremely satisfied with the day!

Before arriving at each location, the bus guide provided personalized recommendations for sightseeing spots to each tour participant. They offered helpful advice such as, "If you want to go to ~, it's better to go there first because it gets crowded," and "If you go to ~ after ~, you'll be able to return to the meeting place smoothly." Thanks to their thorough guidance, we were able to visit the sightseeing spots with high satisfaction, making this tour highly recommended. Since the information is provided in multiple languages, I believe it's a tour that foreign visitors can enjoy with peace of mind.

11月上旬に飛騨高山と白川郷にツアー参加してきました！結論、とても楽しいツアーで夫婦共々大満足の1日でした！

各現地に到着前にはバスガイドの方がそれぞれのツアー参加者個別に、観光すべきスポットを教えてくれます。「〜は混むかそこに行きたいなら初めに行った方がいい」「〜は〜に回ってから行くとスムーズに集合場所に帰れる」など丁寧な案内をくれるため、満足度高く観光スポットを回ることができるのでおすすめなツアーです。各言語で案内があるので外国人の方も安心して楽しめるツアーだと思います。

The river cruise was cancelled the last few days because some work was being carried out. however, they told us this only on the morning of the trip. We should have been advised a couple of days earlier. The tour is only in Japanese, so if you don’t understand the language don’t use this tour provider. Even basic instructions in english are not provided, nor are your questions understood.

It was 98% inbound tourists, which made me feel like I was on an overseas trip. The boatman's somewhat clumsy yet charming English explanations made me laugh. I recommend bringing a cap for sun protection. The weather was clear on the day, but the water level was low, which affected the intensity of the experience; however, this is a natural phenomenon, so it can't be helped.

98％インバウンドの方々でした　海外旅行に来た気分になりました～　船頭さんの下手ながら味のある英語解説が笑いました。日焼け防止のキャップなどは持参がお勧めです　当日は晴天続きで水量が不足していて迫力には欠けましたがこれは自然現象なので仕方がありません

I wasn't surprised since I had seen previous posts, but most of the participants were from China, and the explanations were also in Chinese. It seemed that the guide couldn't speak much Japanese, so I asked about the meeting time and place and then had some free time. If you use it purely as a means of transportation, I think there won't be any issues. The Chinese participants also had good manners on the bus; it was quiet and comfortable. In the morning, the bus arrived just in time, and there was no announcement, which made me a bit anxious. I think it would have been better if someone had provided guidance in advance.

以前の書き込みを見ていたので、驚きはありませんでしたが、ほとんどが中国の方で、説明も中国語でした。ガイドさんもあまり日本語が話せないようで、集合時間と場所を聞いて、自由行動しました。交通手段として割り切って利用すれば、問題ないかと思います。中国の方もバスの中でのマナーも良く、静かで快適でした。朝、バスがギリギリに到着し、案内掲示がなかったので、ちょっと不安でした。事前に係の人が案内していただければ良いかと思いました。

Shirakawa-go had a small bus that runs every 20 minutes to the observation deck, so I couldn't ride it and walked up instead. The slope was steep, but I was able to enjoy the scenery along the way, so walking might have been a good choice!

This time, I also got to see the Wada House. The steep stairs, resembling a ladder, and the roof structure were quite fascinating.

The souvenir shop was narrow, so I couldn't browse leisurely, but I managed to buy a local magnet for my collection.

Everywhere I went, the locals were very kind, and I had a great time sightseeing. I would love to participate again!

白川郷、20分に1本の展望台までのバスが小さめで乗れず、歩いて上りました。
坂道キツかったけど、途中の景色もゆっくり見れたので歩きで良かったかも！
また今回は和田家を見せていただきました。はしごのような急な階段も、屋根の部分も興味深い造りでした。

お土産物屋さんは狭くてゆっくり見ることはできませんでしたがなんとかコレクションしているご当地マグネットを購入。

どこに行っても現地の方みなさんとても親切で楽しく観光できました。またぜひ参加したいです！

I participated with another Japanese person. I will briefly review the good points and those that could be improved.

The good points include the ease of access from Nagoya to the old streets and morning market of Hida, as well as the UNESCO World Heritage site Shirakawa-go, simply by taking a bus. Since we participated on a Sunday, there were no significant traffic jams, and although there were moments of light rain, overall, we managed to have an enjoyable day. We had two hours each to explore, and in Hida, we enjoyed Hida beef for lunch while walking around the town. In Shirakawa-go, we took a compact round trip to the observation deck from in front of Wada House, enjoyed the scenery, and had plenty of time to savor gohei mochi and Hida beef croquettes.

On the other hand, I would like to note a few points that concerned me as a Japanese participant. First, the morning meeting point was very confusing. There were three guides holding designated flags, but I had no idea how the check-in system worked as it was my first time (in the end, we had to find our assigned guide among the three and choose our preferred seats on a first-come, first-served basis. I think it would be smoother and more efficient if the organizers specified this in advance).

Additionally, this tour is not particularly budget-friendly based on my experience, and the bus used was quite cramped. While I could tolerate the lack of charging facilities, I expected a larger bus, so the comfort level did not match the cost. Furthermore, the air conditioning was not on during the outbound trip, making the interior very cold. Although I believe the driving was generally safe, there was no announcement before each departure, which made the sudden starts quite dangerous. For safety reasons, I think there should definitely be an announcement like "We are about to depart." This should be addressed promptly (at one point, the guide almost stumbled).

Finally, I want to emphasize that since this tour does not have a Japanese guide, you cannot expect the detailed guidance that Japanese participants might imagine. (If you prefer a more relaxed experience, I definitely recommend participating.) During the bus ride, they sent four images explaining the destination via AirDrop, but that was about it. More than 90% of the participants were from overseas, so there were times when the Japanese explanations were skipped during verbal announcements. (However, since there are generally explanations in English, I think it’s fine as long as you can understand that.)

Thank you for your service this time.

日本人2人で参加しました。良かった点とそうとは言えなかった点を簡単に分けてレビューします。

良かった点は、名古屋から最も楽な方法でただバスに乗っているだけで飛騨の古い街並や朝市、そして世界遺産である白川郷へアクセスし、簡単に戻ってこられる点です。日曜参加でしたが特に大きな交通渋滞もなく、雨がちらつく瞬間もありましたが、概ねなんとか楽しく一日を過ごせたことはとても良かったと思います。それぞれ2時間ずつ散策可能なので、飛騨では街歩きがてらに飛騨牛のランチをとりました。白川郷では和田家の前から発着しいるバスで展望台までコンパクトに往復し、景色を堪能した後に、五平餅や飛騨牛コロッケを楽しむ時間もたっぷりありました。

他方、僭越ながら、日本人参加者として気になった点もいくつかメモとして記しておきます。まず朝の集合が大変分かりにくいです。指定された旗を持っているガイドは3人いましたが、どういうシステムで受付をしているのか初めてだと全くわかりません（結局、担当のガイドを3人の中から探し出し、先着順に好きな座席を、参加者自らがその場で決めるシステムでしたが、主催者の方で事前に指定して伝える方がスムーズかつ時間の無駄がなくクレバーだと思います）。

また本ツアーは経験上そこまでリーズナブルなバスツアーではないですが、使用している車体がかなり狭いです。充電ができない等は我慢できるとしても、もう少し大型のバスを期待していたので、快適性については費用に見合っていないのと、同時にコストの兼ね合いもあるのかと思いますが、往路はエアコンをつけてくれていなかった為、車内が大変寒かったです。また、基本的に高速などは安全運転だったとは思いますが、全ての発車時になんのアナウンスもない為、毎回急に発進するかなり危ない発車だったと思います。これは安全の為なので「これから発車します」というようなアナウンスを必ずするべきだと思います。これについては、早急に善処すべきではと思いました。（あるタイミングなどではガイドが転倒しそうになってました）

最後に日本人がこのツアーに参加するにあたっては、日本人ガイドではないので、日本人が想像するようなきめ細かいガイドはまず期待できないことだけは強調しておきます。（それが楽だと思う方は是非参加をオススメします）行きのバスの中でエアドロップで行き先についての画像説明書きを4枚飛ばしてくれますが、それだけです。参加者の9割以上は海外からの参加者なので、口頭での説明時は日本語をスキップされることもありました。（が、基本的には英語での説明もあるのでそれが理解できれば問題はないと思います。）

今回はお世話になりました。