All Reviews for Japan Autumn Tours 2024

Lady Tour Guide - Eiko San was really good who conducted d 1st lap in d morning.
Afternoon Guide - a Gentleman was not that efficient. Next time suggest U allocate one Guide for d Full Day Tour. Thanks.

We just came back from Mt. Fuji tour and somehow felt disappointed that we did not get to see the mountain due to foggy weather. However, we still had a good time taking the sky gondola and cruise on Lake Ashi. Our tour guide had been very informative, I would recommend people to do this tour, but not if the weather is foggy/rainy.

I took my overseas friends with me. It was my first time too, but they seemed very satisfied!

Since we were on the second floor of the open bus, the traffic lights and signs were right there...! The Rainbow Bridge was breathtaking!

It was a bit rainy, so it felt like Splash Mountain, which was fun. (laughs)

The guide was wonderful as well.

I want to ride again!

海外の友達を連れて行きました。
わたしも初めてだったのですが、とても満足してくれたようです！

オープンバスの二階なので信号機や標識がすぐそこに…！
レインボーブリッジは圧巻でした！

雨が若干降っていたのでスプラッシュマウンテンみたいで面白かったです。笑

ガイドのお姉さんも素敵でした。


また乗りたいです！

We had the pleasure of doing an 8 Hr tour with the driver Hiroshi Yano. He was extremely knowledgeable of details and history, which kept it very interesting. His car was very clean and comfortable and he also had a great sense of humor. He spoke English very well. He was also accommodating to change the original itinerary based on our needs since we had since some of the sites the day before. I for sure would highly recommend him and this tour agency which was also very accommodating in returning several email questions prior to our booking.

no problem but cloudy so no possiblility to view Mount Fuji. So a bit disappointed

It worths every penny. Do not miss it. Great tour. Great staff. I came from Saudi Arabia and I am glad that I went on this tour.

I was able to enjoy the tour in fluent English. My friend from Europe, who was accompanying me, was impressed that it wasn't "Japanese English"! The service was kind and attentive, which was great!

流暢な英語で観光して頂きました。
同行していた友人（ヨーロッパ）が、ジャパニーズ英語ではない！と感動していました。
親切丁寧で良かったです！

I participated in a tour of two World Heritage sites, Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, as part of my trip to Kanazawa. While the time allocated for sightseeing at the two World Heritage sites wasn't exactly leisurely, it was sufficient for a good visit, and we even stopped at an observation deck that offered a panoramic view of Shirakawa-go, which wasn't part of the original plan. The lunch was quite tasty, and I finished it all. In addition to visiting the World Heritage sites, the tour also took us through the three prefectures of Ishikawa, Toyama, and Gifu, allowing us to enjoy the mountains of virgin forests and rivers flowing through valleys centered around the Hakusan range, as well as waterfalls. There were no obligatory souvenir shop stops typical of bus tours, making it a highly satisfying tour and a fulfilling day.

金沢旅行のオプションに白川郷と五箇山の合掌造りの２つの世界遺産ツアーに参加しました。２つの世界遺産はゆっくりとまでは言えないものの観光に十分な時間設定がされていて、予定になかった白川郷全景が一望できる展望台にも立ち寄ってくれました。昼食もまずまず美味しくて完食。また世界遺産観光のみならず、移動では石川、富山、岐阜の三県を巡りますが、白山系を中心に原生林の山々や谷に流れる川、滝巡りも楽しめます。バスツアーに付き物の土産物屋のはしごも無くて、満足度の高いツアーで充実した１日となりました。

A good tour with a good value. They cover a lot in a day.
The tour guide provided directions tobus at the end of the tour to returnto to our destination, very helpful

Long day on bus from Tokyo. Mt Fugi socked in with fog so unable to see any of it. Guide was pretty good but sometimes hard to understand. She had a full bus and the 3 hrs to try to keep people interested. Gondola and boat ride were fun but also fog prevented much views. Ride back on bullet train was fun. Lunch was mediocre.

We, a group of 7 adults, chose the tour having browsed the internet. The review was good and what we experienced was great! Taiji san is knowledgable, helpful and very accomodative. He picked up us at the hotel on time. We discussed and agreed the itinerary, modified one. We added Nenba and Halal Ramen Tokyo to end the day.
Taiji san is a skillful driver. Driving 10 seater Toyota Hiace he skillfully manouvered in very narrow Tokyo streets when we tried to locate Halal Ramen. Taiji san even attended our exhibition the next day. For us, Taiji san is beyond a tour guide, he is our new friend in Japan.
Arigatou gozaimasu Taiji san!

We were picked up at our hotel at the exact time as mentioned. 1st, we went to the Fujisan heritage center, and on the way our tour guide explained us everything! History, roads, emperors and my favorite THE LAST SAMURAI :) 2nd part of our day was the yummy yakiniku lunch and 3rd we went to Gotemba Premium Outlet! (shopped til we dropped haha). It was supposed to be the last part of our tour but our guide (Taiji) was kind enough to drive us around tokyo and the busy streets of Ginza! What a bonus!
Rating: 200%

P.S: car ride was about 1 hr and 30 min :)

It was a a long but awesome activity! We really enjoyed the sights in Mt Fuji! Great experience!

Guide was extremely friendly and knowledgable. We found anew friend in Japan!

Taiji was our tour guide on this trip just this March 2017. He brought us to a temple, the lake with Mt. Fuji view and Gotemba shopping area. All with considerations on our end. He was very friendly and accommodating, answered questions about the trip.
We had lunch with him and he shared stories with us. He also asked questions about us and he also took our pictures.

He even offered to wait for our shopping time and when we're about to get off, he asked if we have plans for the next day because he's willing to give a city tour. However we do have planned itinerary already so we just thanked him.

He also helped me find my purse which I lost on that day. Sadly, we weren't able to retrieve it.

I recommend him as a very friendlya nd helpful tour guide. He speaks english well and can converse naturally.

I participated in a tour that took us from Kanazawa Station through the White Road to Shirakawa-go, then Takayama, and Toyama. We departed at 8 AM and returned at 6 PM. Thanks to the diverse itinerary, the careful driving of our driver who also served as our guide, and the entertaining and thorough announcements, it was a fruitful and comfortable journey.

The rain that had been falling since morning turned into a downpour near the stunning viewpoint of "Fukube Falls," which has a height difference of nearly 90 meters, accompanied by strong winds, creating "perfect" conditions. It was quite impressive. I heard that the Hokuriku region entered the rainy season that day.

Although I couldn't see Mount Hakusan at all, I didn't feel too disappointed. The White Road was previously known as "Super Forest Road," and true to its name, I was overwhelmed not only by the seven unique waterfalls but also by the endless greenery of the mountains.

In Shirakawa-go, where we enjoyed a healthy and delicious meal, and later in Takayama, we had plenty of time to shop and stroll leisurely. In Toyama, we even got to experience the rare activity of making rice crackers.

I've heard that the autumn foliage season is the best. I can only imagine how beautiful it must be. I want to recommend this to my family and friends. Thank you for a wonderful day.

金沢駅からホワイトロードを通って白川郷、そして高山、富山と回るツアーに参加しました。朝8時に出発して帰りは午後6時。バラエティに富んだ内容と、添乗員も兼ねていたドライバーさんの慎重な運転、そして面白い、行き届いたアナウンスのおかげで、実り多い、快適な旅となりました。
朝から降っていた雨は、ホワイトロードの絶景ポイント、高低差90ｍ近い「ふくべの滝」の辺りでは土砂降りになり、強風も加わって「絶好の」コンディション。迫力ありましたよ。北陸地方はこの日、梅雨入りしたと聞きました。
白山は影も見ることができませんでしたが、それほど残念とも思いません。ホワイトロードは以前、「スーパー林道」という名だったらしいですね。正にその名の通り、それぞれ特色のある７滝もさることながら、どこまでも連なる山々の緑に圧倒されました。
健康的で美味しい食事をいただいた白川郷でも、その後立ち寄った高山でも、ゆっくり買い物や散策を楽しめ、富山では珍しいお煎餅焼きも体験できました。
　紅葉の季節が最高だと聞きました。どんなにきれいなことでしょう。家族や知人にも勧めたくなりました。うれしい一日をありがとうございました。

We participated as a family of two adults and two children. The guide's stories were interesting, so we didn't get bored on the bus, but the White Road was longer than we expected, and the kids seemed a bit restless. The UNESCO World Heritage village was quite empty, possibly due to the season, and we were able to see more beautiful scenery than we anticipated, which was great.

There were some guests who arrived more than 20 minutes late, which was quite frustrating, but overall, we were satisfied with the tour content.

大人２人子供２人の家族で参加しました。ガイドさんの話もおもしろくてバスの中で退屈しませんでしたがホワイトロードは思ったよりも長くて子供は少し飽きている様子でした。世界遺産の集落は時期もあってかとてもすいていて景色も思った以上のものが見られてよかったです。
出発時間より20分以上遅れてきたお客さんがいてかなりムッとしましたが全体的にはツアー内容は満足です。

It's worth to spend the money because you get to visit more places and be able to stay longer an the area that you like.

I participated with eight colleagues who came from overseas. Although I usually work in Tokyo, seeing the city from an open-top bus offered a fresh perspective. We were able to enjoy the Tokyo Tower's light-up right beneath it, and I was moved, thinking, "It was this beautiful!"

We traveled from the Shuto Expressway through the Rainbow Bridge to Odaiba. Experiencing the Shuto Expressway and Rainbow Bridge while feeling the wind was a valuable experience. During the one hour of free time, we took photos with the Statue of Liberty and the Rainbow Bridge, enjoyed ice cream, and took a group photo, though we felt a bit rushed for time.

I recommend this experience not only to tourists but also to those working in Tokyo.

海外から来ていた同僚と一緒に8人で参加しました。普段から東京で働いていますが、オープントップバスから見る東京の街は、目線が違うこともあり新鮮。ちょうど東京タワーのライトアップが始まる時間に真下で鑑賞。『こんなにキレイだったんだ！』と感動しました。

首都高からレインボーブリッジを通ってお台場へ。風を感じながらの首都高＆レインボーブリッジも貴重な体験です。フリータイムの1時間は、自由の女神像とレインボーブリッジの写真を撮ったり、アイスを食べたり、全員でプルクラを撮ったりと、少し時間が足りなかったくらいでした。

観光客の人たちはもちろん、東京で働いている人にもオススメします。

We participated in this tour blessed with the best weather. Thanks to the advance reservation, the check-in was very smooth, which was a great help. While waiting at the bus stop, a bright red body arrived! My child was extremely excited. Although we are familiar with the streets of Tokyo, the guide provided a thorough explanation, making it very enjoyable. And above all, the open deck made the breeze feel wonderful! This alone made it worth participating. We quickly toured famous spots like Tokyo Tower and Rainbow Bridge in just 50 minutes. In the end, there was spontaneous applause from the participants. It was a wonderful tour.

最高の天気に恵まれた中、参加してみました。
事前予約のかいもあり、受付は大変スムーズでした。とても助かります。
バス停で待っていると、真っ赤に輝くボディーが到着！我が子は大興奮です。
見慣れた東京の街並みですが、ガイドさんが丁寧に案内頂けるので、とても楽しめます。
そして、なんといってもオープンデッキのため、風がとても気持ちいい！これだけでも参加した価値があります。東京タワー、レインボーブリッジっと名所をぐるりと周りあっという間の50分。
最後は参加から自然と拍手喝采。素敵なツアーでした。

On the morning of our tour, our guide, Taiji was waiting when we exited our hotel lobby. After introductions, Taiji familiarized himself with folding my wife’s wheelchair. Once we were in our seats, we explained that we would prefer not to participate in the hot springs bathing. Taiji accepted this and said we should still see the lakes and towns along the way to Mount Fuji as they are quite remarkable.

Taiji took us to the World Heritage Site Visitor Center where we watched an informative video about Mount Fuji. It was there that my wife noticed photography by Rocky Tanaka. We later learned Taiji and he are friends. At the end of our tour Taiji arranged for us to meet with Mr. Tanaka so we could view his gallery and purchase a piece of his art.

From the Visitor Center, we traveled on to see lakes and ponds which have formed by snow melt from Mount Fuji. Some of the villages along the way also exist only because Mount Fuji is towering in the distance. Mount Fuji is a Religious symbol to the Japanese.
We saw and ate white strawberries for the first time. We saw a traditional Japanese home with a thatch roof that will last for 100+ years. We saw bonsai trees and gardens and shops and fish ponds with giant fish and markets. We ate a traditional Japanese meal in an authentic Japanese restaurant where no one spoke English except for us. The food was DELICIOUS and the portions were HUGE! Then we continued on to the Fifth Station.

Taiji is an exceptional tour guide: He was a very safe and capable driver. Even in the high traffic areas of Tokyo’s interstate, we felt we were in safe hands. His English is impeccable and he is extremely articulate. His manners are first rate and he was professional, observant and intuitive. He has a seemingly unending knowledge of Japanese history and culture.

Since it was just before Golden Week, there were only 10 participants, which made for a comfortable experience with plenty of space on the bus. Six out of the ten participants were foreigners, and it was enjoyable to chat during the meal. Shirakawa-go was in full bloom with cherry blossoms, and we were able to see the beautiful scenery of the gassho-zukuri houses, the cherry blossoms, and the snowy mountains in the background. The guide was also very kind, which was great. I planned this trip as a birthday present for my mother, and she was very happy, so I'm glad we went. Thank you very much.

GW前だったため、参加者が10名と少人数で、バスも広く使えて快適でした。10人中6人が外国人参加者でお食事中にお話も出来て楽しかったです。
白川郷はちょうど桜が満開で、合掌造りの家と桜と背後の雪山の素敵な景色を見ることが出来ました。ガイドさんも親切な方で良かったです。母親の誕生日プレゼントに計画した旅行でしたが、母が大変喜んでくれて、行ってよかったです。ありがとうございました。

It was great one-day tour. Highly recommended.

Hope to spend more time in Hakone.

A great day spent with our guide. He was very well informed and friendly. We saw so much in our short time from shrines, temples, the Palace and we were even lucky enough to see part of an traditional wedding. Lunch was something we'd not experienced before but was very delicious. Looking forward to coming back and spending more time next time.

Shoji was a super host and guide. Made our day trip through Kyoto most enjoyable. His time management was effective and led us through with enough time to make trip back to Tokyo. Lexus car was very clean and comfortable for 3 people

I was guided by Natsuko, who can provide tours in English, along with my German friend to places like Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji, and Arashiyama. Her thoughtfulness, language skills, and knowledge of history were all wonderful, and my friend from overseas was very pleased. Her explanations at each temple and shrine were profound, and I believe she has studied very well. I would definitely like to explore Kyoto again with Natsuko as my guide. Thank you very much!

ドイツ人の友人と共に二条城、金閣寺、嵐山などを英語ガイドが出来る夏子さんに案内して頂きました。彼女の細やかな思いやりも語学力も歴史の知識も全てが素晴らしく、海外からの友人もとても喜んでおられました。それぞれの寺社での彼女の説明は奥深く、とてもよく勉強されていると思います。また京都観光をするときにはまた夏子さんのガイド付きで是非回ってみたいです。本当にありがとうございした。

The Grand Tour of Tokyo Highlights gives you insight into the historical background of what Tokyo is, the shoguns and the emperors and the cultural achievements of that period, as well as an understanding of what Tokyo is today, a 36 million capital, surprisingly well functioning and hugely impressive.

We were accommodated even if reservation was only one day before the activity. We were fetched on time and arrived to our destination as expected. Lunch was good. It was very organized. The tour guide spoke English well and explained everything very well. No time was wasted. Yes, we enjoyed the one day trip and will probably recommend it to friends.

I have always wanted to see Mt. Fuji and this day tour did not disappoint on the visit. I enjoyed seeing the countryside and also the very impressive Bullet Train on the ride back to Tokyo.
I would skip at all costs the included lunch. It had been sitting out all prepared for some time when we arrived at the restaurant. The fried food was cold and the other parts of the meal were tasteless. It was not worth the money. My advice is pack a sack lunch and eat it outside where the view is pretty. Also, the cruise on Lake Ashi was fair. There were too many people crowding the railing of the boat and it was difficult to see the scenery if you are under 5 foot 5 inches! There were no available seats. This was a very long day trip and it would not be suitable for young children as they would be tired and bored. I am glad i saw Mt. Fuji and experienced the Bullet Train. I could have passed on the lunch and the cruise. My two companions were of the same opinion. One last comment, I felt rushed on this trip as we just made the last cable car ride and there was also a good deal of commotion getting everyone settled at the station where we caught the Bullet Train.

I gained a better understanding of place names that I only knew as knowledge through the guide's explanations. It was great to increase my knowledge about places I usually encounter casually, like the Imperial Palace and the National Diet Building. The time was a bit short.

知識として知っているだけの地名などがガイドさんの説明でよくわかった。普段何気なく接している皇居、国会議事堂などに関する知識が増えてよかった。時間は短め。