All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

Initially, we had planned to do SUP at Kabira Bay, but due to unfortunate bad weather, we changed to SUP in the mangroves. There was another couple with us, making a total of four participants. I had never done SUP before and thought I might not even be able to get on, but my husband was able to stand and ride from the very beginning. The other woman and I paddled while sitting. It was quite difficult at first; we couldn't go in the direction we wanted and struggled to gain speed, but thanks to the staff's careful guidance, I managed to muster the courage to stand and ride partway through.

In the afternoon, we were scheduled to go snorkeling at the Blue Cave and then move to a waterfall for shower climbing, but it was canceled due to high waves. Since we didn't have any other plans in mind, we asked the staff if there was anything else we could do, and they suggested SUP at a place called Futsuu River, which we participated in. It was wider than the mangroves we visited in the morning and had a sense of openness with not many other people around. They also quickly sent us the photos taken that day, which became a wonderful memory. Thank you, staff member Kuri-chan, for taking care of us all day! I hope to come back next year and have a revenge SUP at Kabira Bay with PIPI again!

It was a day full of satisfaction! The muscle pain the next day was terrible, though... haha.

当初は川平湾でのSUPの予定でしたが、あいにくの悪天候だったためマングローブでのSUPに変更になりました。私たちの他にカップルがもう一組いて、計4人での参加となりました。SUPはやったことがなく、乗ることすら出来ないのではないかと思いましたが、主人の方は最初から立って乗ることが出来ました。私と、もう一人の女性は座りながら漕ぎました。中々最初は難しく、行きたい方向に行けなかったり上手くスピードが出せなかったりしましたが、スタッフの方の丁寧なご指導もあり、途中から勇気を出して立って乗ることも出来ました。
午後は青の洞窟でのシュノーケリングと滝へ移動しての、シャワークライミングの予定でしたが、波が高いため中止になってしまいました。私たちは特に他の予定は考えていなかったためスタッフさんに何か他のプランで出来ることはありませんか？と聞いたところ吹通川という所でのSUPをご提案してれて参加しました。午前に行ったマングローブよりも広く他にあまり人が居なく開放感に溢れてました。その日に撮った写真も直ぐに送ってくださりとても良い記念になりました。スタッフのクリちゃん！一日中面倒みてくれてありがとう！また来年もPIPIさんにお世話になって川平湾でのリベンジSUPが出来たら良いなと思いました！
一日、大満足のプランでした！翌日の筋肉痛はヒドかったですが…笑。

I participated in the Blue Cave snorkeling experience starting at 7 AM. In the morning, there were very few tourists snorkeling, so we were able to enjoy the Blue Cave all to ourselves. Additionally, we were able to take many photos, which was great. Thank you very much.

朝7時から青の洞窟シュノーケリング体験に参加させていただきました。朝方はシュノーケリングに来ている観光客は非常に少なく、青の洞窟を貸し切りで楽しむことができました。また、写真も多く撮っていただき大変良かったです。ありがとうございました。

I thought I would regret it if I didn't go at my age, so three of us women decided to try it. Although we made the decision six months ago, as the date approached, my anxiety grew since I usually don't walk for 10 hours.

On the day of the trip, the weather forecast had predicted no rain the day before, but it rained continuously. We set off hoping it wouldn't rain. Fortunately, we didn't get rained on, and with the guide's extensive explanations and appropriate breaks, we were able to meet Jomon Sugi. Although we were tired, we returned safely and had a very satisfying day.

Not only Jomon Sugi, but also the various plants and animals were wonderful, and gaining knowledge made the experience even more fulfilling.

I returned home from Yakushima two days later in the afternoon, on the day when heavy rain made the news. I'm really glad everyone was rescued safely. It was a trip where I felt both the beauty and the threat of nature.

Until I returned from Yakushima, I felt a sense of satisfaction and fatigue... But once I got back to my daily life, I found myself wanting to go again.

Thank you very much, Osawa-san.

年齢的に行かないと後悔すると思い、女三人でのトライでした。半年前に決めたものの、近づくにつれ、普段10時間も歩くこともなく不安が徐々に募っていました。
当日、前の日は天気予報では雨が降らない予報だったのに降り続いたそうで、降らないことを祈りつつの出発でした。
幸いなことに雨にも降られず、ガイドさんの幅広い説明と適度な休憩で、縄文杉に会うこともでき、疲れたものの無事に戻ることができ大満足な一日となりました。
縄文杉だけでなく、さまざまな動植物も素晴らしく、知識を得てなおさら充実した時間となりました。

2日後の午後に屋久島から帰宅しましたが、その日がニュースになった大雨の日。皆さん無事に救助されてほんとに良かった。
自然の美しさ、脅威。両方を感じることになった旅でした。

屋久島から戻るまでは、満足感と疲労感が…
でも、帰ってきて日常に戻ったら、また、行きたくなってる自分がいました。

大沢さん、ありがとうごさいました。

As expected, it was cloudy, but I had a great time.

I enjoyed snorkeling and felt refreshed under the waterfall, making the most of my day.

案の定、曇りでしたが、、楽しめました。


sup、シュノーケル、滝で洗い流すって感じで、1日を満喫できました。

We participated in an early morning canoe trip as a couple. When we stayed in Kushiro before, we only admired the view from the observation deck, so I thought we definitely had to try the canoe tour next time!

It was a beautiful sunny day, and we enjoyed a cherry blossom canoe experience with the Ezo Yamazakura in full bloom. We left the operation to Mr. Ichinose. It's also nice to paddle by yourself, as he will follow you. You can leisurely observe the untouched nature of the Kushiro Wetlands and the wildlife.

We love birds, and we were thrilled to encounter species like the Japanese crane, white-tailed eagle, and great spotted woodpecker.

If you come to Kushiro, I highly recommend participating in a canoe tour. There are so many attractions. I also plan to join a winter canoe tour next time. Thank you very much!

早朝カヌーに夫婦で参加しました。以前に釧路滞在した時は、展望台から眺めるのみだったので次回は絶対にカヌーツアーをやろう！と思っていました。
この日は快晴でちょうどエゾヤマザクラが満開のお花見カヌーとなりました。操作は一戸さんにおまかせです。自分で漕いでみるのも良いですよ、フォローしてくれます。釧路湿原の手付かずの自然と、野性動物たちをゆったりと観察することができます。
私たちは鳥が好きで、タンチョウ・オジロワシ・アカゲラなどに出会えることができ、感動しました。
釧路に来られる方は是非カヌーツアーに参加してみてください。魅力がいっぱいあります。
また次回は冬のカヌーツアーに参加しようと思います。どうもありがとうございました。

I found out about this tour online and signed up because it looked fun. It was even more thrilling than I imagined, and I had a great time!
The zip slide, in particular, was set up efficiently by our guide, and I was able to experience something out of the ordinary!
Thank you so much to our guide, Kizawa. Lastly, I was very satisfied to receive the photo data from the tour!

インターネットでこのツアーを知り、楽しそうだったので申し込みました。が、想像以上にスリル満点で、とても楽しかったです！
特にジップスライドはガイドさんがその場で手際よくセッティングしてくださり、非日常を味わうことができました！
担当してくださったキザワさん、本当にありがとうございました。最後に、ツアー中の写真データまでいただけて、大満足です！

I went to the moss-covered forest, and from start to finish, it was a continuous series of beautiful scenery. It was the first time I thought moss and water could be so beautiful. The guide's pace was just right, and I enjoyed listening to the explanations. Thank you very much.

苔むす森まで行きましたが、その森に行くまでも、最初から最後までステキな景色の連続でした。苔と水があんなにキレイと思ったのは初めてです。ガイドさんのペースもちょうどよく、解説も楽しく聞けました。ありがとうございました。

I participated on May 14th. It rained from the early morning, with the weather alternating between clearing up and drizzling.

This was my first time hiking, and I was only worried about whether I could walk for 10 hours, but once we started, I never thought about wanting to quit! I was able to enjoy the climb!

The trolley path was 8 kilometers long, and it felt like we were just walking endlessly. It was really long. The guide shared various stories and pointed out animal tracks and a nest of newborn baby birds, which made the journey enjoyable. Once we finished the trolley path, the real climbing began, and I thought reaching the Wilson stump was the hardest part. After that, the footing was relatively stable, so it wasn't too difficult.

The Wilson stump is famous for its heart shape, but honestly, I don't think I would have been able to take a nice photo of the heart without the guide. Many people entered the stump and quickly left, and I don't think they got a good shot of the heart. I couldn't tell what made the "Three Generations Cedar" special when I saw it myself, but the guide explained each one, which was very helpful. Along the way, there were trees that looked like dragons and recommendations from the guide.

The attractions on the tourist map were spaced far apart, so just climbing would have been tough. I noticed several troubles like shoe soles coming off and people injuring their feet, but those with a guide were able to get treatment and continue climbing. Some individuals who came on their own found the mountain too tough and decided to turn back.

Although it was my first time hiking, the guide adjusted the pace, provided breaks at good times, and offered miso soup and snacks for salt replenishment, which made the experience very enjoyable! If you're not an experienced hiker, having a guide is definitely recommended!

５月１４日に参加しました。
朝一から雨でず時おり病んだり少し降ったりを繰り返しす天気でした。

登山は初めてで10時間も歩けるか不安しかなかったのですが、いざ始まってみるとやめたい！とか思うことは一切なく楽しんで登ることができましたっ！

トロッコ道は8キロもあり、ただただ永遠にひたすらに歩きます。本当に長いです。ガイドさんが色んな話をしてくれたり、動物の跡や生まれたての鳥の赤ちゃんの巣を教えてくれたりしたので楽しみながら進むことができました。
トロッコ道が終わると山登りが始まりますがウィルソン株にたどり着くまでが一番大変だと思いました。そこからは割と足場が作られているのでそこまでしんどくなかったです。

ウィルソン株はハートが有名ですが正直ガイドさんが居なかったら綺麗なハートの写真は取れなかったと思います。割と切り株に入ってすぐ出て行く人も多くいました。その人たちは♡に撮れてないと思います。三代杉なども自分で見たら何が三代なのか分かりませんでしたが、ガイドさんが一つ一つ話してくれるのでとても助かりました。
道の半ばにもドラゴンに見える木やガイドさんのオススメの木を教えてくれました。
観光マップに載っているものは間隔が長いので単に登るだけだと辛かったと思います。

靴底が取れる、足を痛めるなどトラブルがあるのを随所に目にしましたがガイドさんが付いている方は処置をしてもらって登ることができていました。
個人できている方は山がきついので諦めて帰る方もいました。
私も山登りは初めてでしたが、ペースを調節してくれたり、いいタイミングで休憩を入れてくれたり
塩分補給にお味噌汁やおやつをくれたり、とっっっても良くしてもらったので始終楽しく登ることができました！
登ったことがある、ベテランの方で無ければ絶対ガイドさんが居た方がいいですっ！

I participated in a course that started at 9 AM on May 15. It was raining from the morning, and the water level was a bit high. I had heard that there was quite a difference in elevation, but the path was better maintained and easier to walk than the Jomon Sugi trail. On the way to the Mononoke Forest, the greenery and the sound of flowing water were beautiful, allowing me to fully enjoy nature!

As the rain got heavier and the river swelled, some people turned back instead of going to the mossy forest. However, with the guide present, I felt secure and was able to reach the mossy forest. The mossy forest was truly vibrant green, and I was glad I crossed the river to get there! That day, there were heavy rains across the country, including the first in 50 years in Tanegashima, so unfortunately, we couldn't make it to Taiko Rock. It was good that the guide made that decision.

On the way back, the water level was even higher, so we took a detour that we usually wouldn't take. Since the detour wasn't a single path, I think I definitely wouldn't have been able to return without the guide. Also, because it’s not a path that people usually walk on, there was a lot of moss, and the greenery was much more vibrant than the path we had taken before, making me feel like I was in nature. I felt a bit lucky! (laughs)

A folding umbrella was very useful throughout the entire course. For those who exercise regularly or are used to hiking, there were many parts where you could walk smoothly with the umbrella without using your hands. However, for those who do not exercise or are elderly, it was difficult to climb while holding an umbrella, and there were moments when the guide had to carry some of our belongings. Since I exercise regularly, I found it much easier and enjoyed it more than the Jomon Sugi trail, but I think those who are not used to exercising should be prepared for some tough spots.

When climbing or during rain, I think it’s better to have gloves since you have to cross rivers.

The guides in Yakushima were all very friendly, and I felt like I was meeting a countryside grandfather. (My guide mentioned he was the oldest guide in Yakushima.) Before making the reservation, I was debating whether to just go to Jomon Sugi, but I’m really glad I went! I hope everyone gets to see it in person, so please prepare well in advance and get in shape to enjoy it!

５月１５日に９時からのコースに参加しました。
朝から雨が降っていて少し増水していました。
標高差がかなりあると聞いていましたが、縄文杉よりも道が整備されていて歩きやすかったです。
もののけの森に着くまでにも緑や流れる水の音がとても綺麗で自然を満喫できました！
だんだん雨がきつくなり、川が増水、苔むす森に行かず引き返す人もいましたが、
ガイドさんが居たので安心して苔むす森にまでたどり着けました。
苔むす森はほんとうに緑が鮮やかで川を超えてでも行って良かった！と思いました。
その日は前日種子島で５０年ぶりの大雨となるなど全国で天気が荒れた日でしたので、
残念ながら太鼓岩までは行くことができませんでした。
そう行った判断もガイドさんがしてくれたので良かったです。
帰りはもっと増水していたので普段通らない迂回路を通りました。
迂回路は一本道では無いのでガイドさん無しでは絶対戻ってこれなかったと思います。
また、普段人が通らないので苔が沢山生えていて、それまで通っていた道より格段と緑が青くて自然の中にいる気持ちになりました。
少し得した気持ちになりました！笑

全工程で折りたたみ傘がとっても役に立ちます。
ある程度運動している人や、登山している人なら手を使わず傘のまますいすいと歩ける箇所がほとんどです。
ただ、運動していない方、ご年配の方は傘をさして登るのは出来ず、ガイドさんに荷物を持ってもらう場面もありました。自分は普段から運動しているので縄文杉よりも全然楽で楽しめたのですが、運動をされていない方はそれなりにきつい場面もあると思った方がいいと思います。
登ったり、雨が降った時には川を渡るので手袋もあった方がいいと思います。

屋久島のガイドさんたちは皆さんとても人柄がよくて田舎のおじいちゃんに会ったような気持ちになりました。(私の今回のガイドさんは屋久島ガイドで最年長だと言っていました)
予約前は縄文杉だけにしようか悩んだのですが行って本当に良かったです！！是非生で見てほしいので、事前準備をしっかりして自分も鍛えてから楽しめる準備をして行ってほしいです！

The activities are exactly as said in the program. The pick-up and drop-off service is very on a timely manner. Staffs are very friendly and helpful although communication in English is limited but it's not a burden for a joyful snorkeling experience. All gears are in good condition and there's no need to bring any personal item as all are well prepared for you. The Captain is very knowledgeable on the weather conditions and snorkeling spot as we're there on the rainy day but he managed to move us around without facing any rain or storm. I'd recommend everyone to experience this tour, the price they charge is very reasonable. I'll definitely join this tour again if I'm back to Naha.

The 10-hour hike was quite tough, but I encouraged each other with the people I was climbing with, and when I finally saw the Jomon Sugi, a sense of accomplishment and exhilaration welled up from deep within me. I'm really glad I signed up for this tour and got to see the Jomon Sugi.

１０時間登山はなかなかしんどかったのですが、一緒に上っている方々と共に励まし合いながら登り切り、念願の縄文杉を見れたときは達成感と高揚感が芯から湧き上がってきました。本当にこのツアーに申し込んで縄文杉を見れて良かったです。

We participated as a family of three. It was our first time trying SUP. Even I, who can't swim, and my 6-year-old daughter found it very easy and fun to do while sitting down! However, the next day, my shoulders were sore from the muscle strain, haha. There was a two-hour break, but there weren't many places to explore... We had lunch and just waited for the time to pass. I had experienced snorkeling once before in the afternoon, and at that time, the instructor was a young woman, so my daughter was able to float happily with her floatie. This time, the instructor was a handsome young man, and my daughter seemed nervous and ended up crying, haha. Because of that, one instructor had to focus entirely on her, and I apologize to the other participants for the inconvenience. Since I can't swim either, we took up some time, but I was grateful that he didn't show any annoyance and stayed with us! However, the path from the car to the sea was muddy from the previous day's rain, which was a bit scary, haha. The waterfall was also impressive with its cold, clear water. My daughter and I couldn't do the Tarzan swing, but my husband enjoyed it. Lastly, the fresh juice shop we were taken to had the best juice! It mentioned in the preparation list to bring a change of clothes, but we participated in our swimsuits, moved in our swimsuits, and were sent back in our swimsuits, so a change of clothes wasn't necessary. Just a towel, a drink, and lunch money were enough. We took a lot of photos and had a satisfying day!

家族3人で参加させて頂きました。SUPは初挑戦でした。泳げない私も6歳の娘も座った状態でできるのでとても簡単で楽しかったです！ただ次の日は肩が筋肉痛に笑。休憩時間が2時間ありましたが、あまり回る場所もなく…お昼を食べ、ただただ時間が来るのを待つのみと言った感じでした。午後からのシュノーケルは1度体験した事あったんですが、その時はインストラクターの方がお姉さんだった事もあり娘も浮輪でプカプカ浮いてニコニコで参加できたのですが、今回はイケメンのお兄さんで娘も緊張したのか、泣いてしまいました笑。そのせいで、インストラクターのお兄さん1人が娘につきっきりになってしまい、ほかの参加者の方にご迷惑をおかけしてしまい申し訳なかったです。私も泳げない事もあり、時間を取らせてしまいましたが、嫌な顔一つせず、付き合って頂きありがたかったです！ただ、車から海までの道のりが前日の雨でぬかるんでいて、怖かったです笑笑。滝壺も、冷たい綺麗な水に感動。さすがに私と娘はターザンはできませんでしたが、主人は楽しんでいました。最後に連れて行ってもらった生ジュースのお店のジュースも最高でした！用意するものに着替えと書いてありましたが、水着で参加して水着で移動して、水着で送ってもらえるので着替えは必要なかったです。タオルと飲み物、お昼ゴハン代だけで十分でした。写真もたくさん撮って頂き満足な一日を過ごさせて頂きました！

On the last day of my trip, I was looking for morning activities since I had a flight scheduled in the afternoon, and I decided on this one! The weather was great, and I thoroughly enjoyed stand-up paddleboarding in the crystal-clear Kabira Bay. Above all, the guide was cheerful and really energized the atmosphere, and their explanations were thorough, which made me feel at ease. I was also very grateful that they took many memorable photos for me, as they wanted me to create lots of memories. They suggested various poses, and I received many great pictures! We finished by noon, and since I had some time before my flight, they also gave me advice on how to spend the remaining time. Thank you very much! 😊

旅行最終日、15時台の飛行機に乗る予定のため、午前中のアクティビティを探しており、こちらに決めました！天気も良く、透き通る川平湾でのサップを存分に楽しめました。何より、ガイドさんが明るく、場を盛り上げてくれましたし、説明もしっかりしていただけたので、安心して実施できました。『思い出をたくさん残してほしい』と、記念になる写真をいっぱい撮っていただけたのもとてもありがたかったです。色々なポーズを提案してもらえて、いい写真がたくさんいただけました！12時には終了し、飛行機まで少し時間があったので、残りの時間の過ごし方もアドバイスしてもらえました！ありがとうございました(^^)

I wanted to challenge myself with the Pinai Sara Falls, so I made a reservation, prepared for the Golden Week crowds.

The weather forecast for the day before was rain, but it was sunny all day, allowing us to enjoy canoeing and trekking in a very calm atmosphere! I heard that sunny days are quite rare on Iriomote Island, so I was told we were lucky!

There were over ten participants, and three guides shared the responsibilities.

What impressed me the most throughout the day was the strong teamwork among the guides! All three guides were very kind, teaching us various things and making us laugh. It was clear they got along well, and even though we were divided into teams, I felt no anxiety and was able to enjoy myself with any of the guides!

Personally, I was touched by how one of the guides encouraged a little boy who looked anxious, asking him, "Have you ever been in a canoe?" and reassuring him, "Then you'll be fine! You're strong!" Such thoughtful care.

In reality, even for those who aren't small children, the trekking path was quite steep, and as someone who doesn't usually experience this, I found myself panting and struggling at times (laughs). However, the guides adjusted their pace to help us, which was a relief.

When we finally arrived at the top of the falls, the view was truly magnificent!

And the handmade Yaeyama soba we had there was exquisite! (It was the best Yaeyama soba I had on Iriomote and Ishigaki!) Plus, the cute Shisa-shaped kamaboko was a delightful touch. I can recommend this alone, but then we had to overcome more steep paths to reach the swimming area at the base of the falls, which was an absolute thrill. Personally, I found the view from the base of the falls even more stunning than from the top, so for those who are anxious about trekking, I think you can enjoy the swimming area just fine.

Canoeing was easier than I expected, and I was able to paddle at a leisurely pace. (I had no muscle soreness in my arms the next day, haha.) I never thought it would feel so good to glide through the mangroves!

The tour lasted from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, so I was a bit tired, but I believe it was a tour packed with the charm of Iriomote Island. If anyone is hesitating, I highly recommend it.

Thank you for a truly enjoyable day!

One concern I would like to mention is that although the tour proceeds rain or shine, I felt that trekking would be quite difficult in the rain. (This is just my opinion as someone who doesn't usually trek, so I think experienced trekkers would be fine.) There were quite a few rocky areas where I wondered, "Where should I grab?" So, depending on the weather, it might be better not to push yourself too hard.

The facilities were new and clean, with both toilets and showers! There are also secure lockers for valuables, which made me feel very safe.

ピナイサーラの滝に挑戦したく、GW混雑覚悟で予約。

前日の天気は雨予報でしたが、当日は終始晴れていてとても穏やかにカヌーもトラッキングもできました！
(聞くところ、西表島は終日晴れの日がとても少ないらしく、運が良かったですねーと言ってもらいました！)


参加者は10名以上いて、3名のガイドさんで分担して担当してくれました。

１日ご一緒して、一番心強かったのがガイドさん同士の連携強さ！
3名のガイドさん皆様とても親切で、色々なことを教えてくれたり、笑わせてくれたりはもちろん、とても仲が良いのが伝わってきて、チーム分担されても、どのガイドさんについても、不安なく楽しむことができました！

個人的には小さい男の子が、不安そうにしているのを、ずっと「カヌー乗ったことある？」「それじゃあ大丈夫だ！強いね！」と励ましていたのが印象的でした。素敵な心遣いです。


実際、小さい子でなくても、トレッキングはなかなか険しい山道なので、(普段経験のない私は)ぜえぜえはあはあ、きつい！と音を上げそうになる場面もありましたが(笑)ガイドのお兄さんたちが、ペースに合わせてくれるので、助かりました。

足が笑ってきたくらいに、到着する滝上からの景色は本当に素晴らしい！！

そして、そこで食べる、手作り八重山蕎麦、絶品！(西表島と石垣で食べた八重山蕎麦の中で一番美味しかった！)(あとシーサーのかまぼこ可愛い癒し)これだけでもおススメできますが、

そのあと、また険しい道を乗り越えて乗り越えて、辿り着く、滝壺で泳ぎまくるのが快感すぎました。
個人的には滝上からより、滝壺からの景色が素晴らしすぎたので、トレッキングが不安な方は滝壺だけでも充分に楽しめるかと思います。


カヌーは思ったより難しくなくて、ゆったりした気持ちで漕げました。(翌日腕の筋肉痛等もなし笑)
マングローブの中を悠々自適に進むのが、あんな気持ち良いとは思いませんでした！


9:00-16:00と、かなり長時間のツアーなので、疲労は多少ありますが、西表島の魅力が詰まったツアーだったと思います。
迷っている方がいたら、是非おすすめしたいです。

本当に楽しい１日をありがとうございました！


一つだけ、懸念点をお伝えすると、
雨天決行とのことですが、雨だとかなりトレッキングは難しそうだなーと感じました。
(普段、トレッキング経験がない素人の意見ですので、慣れている方は問題ないと思います)
結構な、岩とか、どこ掴めばいいの！？みたいな場所もあったので、、天気によって無理はしない方が良いかとも思います。


施設は、トイレもシャワーも新しくきれいでした！
貴重品を預けられる鍵付き小物ロッカーもあるので、大変安心です。

As a repeat visitor, I participated this time with seven friends. Since we joined on the last Sunday, it was not crowded, and we were smoothly guided without any waiting time for parking or lines. The guide was very polite and the photos were fantastic. I would like to use this service again!

リピーターで今回は友達と7人で参加しました。日曜日の最終で参加したので空いていて駐車場や待機列の待ち時間もなくスムーズに案内してもらえました。ガイドのお兄さんも丁寧に案内してくれたし写真も最高でした。また使いたいと思います！

The weather forecast mentioned a possibility of rain, but we were able to complete the hike without a single drop falling. On the way back down the mountain, I started to feel pain in the back of my right knee, which was tough, but thanks to the support of our guide, I was able to descend safely, and I am truly grateful for that.

I was lucky to see the Japanese macaque and the sika deer, even though they were at a distance. I think I was at my physical limit, and I believe it would be difficult as I get older, so I'm glad I went.

天気予報では雨の可能性もあると言われていたのですが 一滴も降られることなく 完歩出来ました。 帰りの山下り中 右ひざの裏あたりが痛みだし 大変でしたが ガイドさんのサポートもあり無事下山でき 本当に感謝しています。
ヤクザル、ヤクシカも 離れた場所でしたが見れましたのでラッキーでした。
体力的にはいっぱいいっぱいだったと思いますが さらに年齢が上がると 無理だろうと思いますので 行って良かったです。

During the Golden Week, the weather can be unstable, leading to road closures at Shiretoko Pass and cancellations of sightseeing boat services. If you have a certain level of physical fitness and want to fully enjoy the majestic nature of the Five Lakes, I recommend signing up for a trekking tour. I participated on May 3rd, but the boat service was canceled (they contacted us the day before), and Shiretoko Pass was closed (determined on the morning of the tour), resulting in significant traffic. Additionally, during this time, you cannot tour the Five Lakes without a guided tour (I participated as part of a monitor tour), and individuals can only explore one lake, which affects the overall satisfaction. The guide was kind, knowledgeable, and managed the group of ten well. The trekking is not a strenuous mountain climb, so warm clothing is advisable. It's a full-day walking tour, but you can thoroughly enjoy the nature, scents, and wildlife of Shiretoko, making it highly recommended.

GWの時期は天気が不安定で知床峠が通行止めになったり、遊覧船も運行キャンセルになることもあり、ある程度体力に自信があり5湖の雄大な自然を満喫したいようであれば、トレッキングツアーの申し込みを推奨します。5月3日に参加しましたが、遊覧船はキャンセル(前日に連絡)され、知床峠は通行止め(当日の朝判断)で、かなりの渋滞でした。またこの時期はツアーでなけば5湖巡りができず(モニターツアーとして参加)、個人では1湖のみ限られた散策になるため、満足度も違います。ガイドさんは優しく知識もあり10名をうまく引率されてました。トレッキングもハードな山登りではないため、暖かな服装がよいです。丸一日歩くツアーですが、知床の自然、匂い、野生動物をじっくり味わうことができ、おススメです。

We participated as a family of five, and the guide was very kind and accommodating, which made my parents very satisfied! Next, we would like to try snorkeling!

家族5人で参加しましたが、ガイドさんがとても親切に色々対応してくれて両親も大満足でした！次はシュノーケリング参加したいと思います！

Our guide Mr. Jumbo was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was our first time to have kayak in Hokkaido. We learned a lot from Mr. Jumbo. He taught us how to appreciate the beauty of nature, and he even let us have a taste of the green onion leaves near the river side. It’s a wonderful experience that I’ll recommend for people going to 支芴湖！

Since the starting point is a shallow river with a depth of only up to my knees, I was able to enjoy canoeing with my child without any worries.

膝までの深さしかない浅い川からのスタートですので、子どもと一緒でも安心してカヌーを楽しむことが出来ました。

Overall experience was good. The staffs were friendly, helpful and experience.
Would suggest to provide some fruits as I do not have the appetite to eat the bento lunch provided.

It was my first time doing SUP and snorkeling, but it was so much fun and beautiful! Above all, the guide was really great! (*≧∀≦*) It was also a lot of fun to interact with the other participants on the same tour! I will definitely go again! (*^^*)

SUPもシュノーケリングも初めてだったけどすごい楽しかったし、綺麗だったー！
なによりガイドさんがとても良かったです！(*≧∀≦*)
同じツアーでご一緒の方々と交流できるのもとても楽しかったですよー！
絶対また行きます！(*^^*)

In early April, I visited Yakushima during a temporary return from the UK. My husband, who loves nature, and I participated together, but both of us are beginners when it comes to serious trekking. We wanted to manage our pace and learn more about Yakushima, so we decided to hire a guide and made a reservation. This was truly the right decision! Our guide, Yoshisugi, repeatedly encouraged us by saying things like, "This is the last tough climb," which helped us push through to the end. The day started with great weather, but just before we reached Jomon Sugi, fog began to roll in, making our encounter with Jomon Sugi very mystical. In fact, our original reservation was canceled due to a big storm, and thanks to the effort made to reschedule us for the next day, we were able to visit Jomon Sugi. I am truly grateful for Yoshisugi's hospitality. Thanks to him, my annual trip to Japan became a very memorable experience. I definitely want to visit Yakushima again.

四月上旬に、イギリスからの一時帰国で、屋久島を訪れました。
自然が大好きなイギリス人の夫と２人での参加だったのですが、
本格的なトレッキングは２人とも初心者。
ペース配分はもちろんのこと、屋久島の事も色々知りたいと思っていたので、
ガイドさんを頼もうと、予約しました。
これは本当に大正解！
ガイドの吉筋さんが、何度となく、厳しい登りはこれで最後ですよ、
などポイントポイントで声をかけてくださったおかげで、
最後まで歩き切る事ができました。
その日はいいお天気で始まったのですが、私たちが縄文杉に到着する直前から、
霧が出始め、縄文杉との出会いはとても神秘的なものになりました。
実は、予約した日は大嵐で一度キャンセルになった私たちの日程をかなり無理をして翌日に調整してくださったおかげで縄文杉に行く事ができたのです。
そんな吉筋さんのホスピタリティには、本当に感謝しています。
お陰で、年に一度の日本の旅がとても印象深いものになりました。
また是非、屋久島には訪れたいと思っています。

The day before, the guide emphasized, "This is a really tough tour, are you sure you're okay with that?" I started to worry about whether we would be able to reach the goal while dozing off, and when it was time to wake up, I steeled myself and headed to the meeting point.
By "steeling myself," I mean I was determined not to give up. Of course, the goal was for the whole family to finish together.

Based on the guide's various experiences, our plan was to trek through Shiratani Unsuikyo first, then head to Jomon Sugi. If we did it the other way around, we would be exhausted from the Jomon Sugi trek and then have to climb a long, steep slope from the fork towards Shiratani Unsuikyo. That makes sense.

On the day of the trek, we were blessed with perfect weather, and thanks to our excellent guide, we were able to reach the goal. I realized that keeping pace with the guide was a crucial factor in being able to finish. If you're not confident in your trekking abilities, please make sure to stay behind the guide!

The scenery is something that words can't fully express. Please challenge yourself with determination; amazing nature awaits you! The muscle soreness from that day is also a memorable experience.

前日にガイドの方から、本当にしんどいツアーですが大丈夫ですか？と言うことを念押しされ、ゴールできるのだろうか？などすごく心配になりつつ、ウトウトしていたら起きる時間になり、覚悟を決めて集合場所へ向かいました。
覚悟とは、絶対にギブアップしないという覚悟です。もちろん家族全員でゴールする。ということです。

ガイドの方の色んな経験から私たちは、白谷雲水峡➡縄文杉、先に白谷雲水峡をトレッキングするプランでした。
縄文杉➡白谷雲水峡にすると、縄文杉トレッキングでクタクタになったうえに、白谷雲水峡への分かれ道から、長い長い坂道を登っていかないといけないからです。
なるほど～。

当日は最高のお天気に恵まれ、最高のガイドの先導のおかげで、ゴール出来ました。
ガイドの方の歩調についていくことが、ゴールできる大事な要因だと痛感しました。
トレッキングに自信のない方は、是非ガイドの方の後ろを確保してくださいね～

景色などは言葉で言い表しきれないものです。
覚悟を決めて挑戦してみてください、すばらしい自然が待っていますよ～
当日からの筋肉痛もたまにはいい思い出です。

My wife trained too hard for the trekking event, and during the actual hike, her knees started to hurt, making it difficult for her to move. We somehow made it to Jomon Sugi, but I was so focused on just getting back to the bus that I couldn't even take in the moment. Still, our guide took various commemorative photos, and I've been reflecting on those memories since we returned. It turned out to be a great memory.

妻がトレッキングに参加するために事前トレーニングをしすぎ、本番で両ひざが痛くなり動けなくなりそうでした。なんとか縄文杉前まで行きましたが感動する余裕もなくただひたすら帰りのバスにたどり着くことだけで頭がいっぱい！それでもガイドさんが記念の写真を色々とってくださり帰ってからじっくり思いだしています。良い思い出となりました。

I'm glad I could paddle happily with him! The sunset was incredibly beautiful, and we were able to enjoy it slowly! It was a tour where we could leisurely watch the sunset instead of a noisy, chaotic one! The shower facilities were also great!

彼と楽しく漕ぐことができてよかった！
夕日もめっちゃきれいに見れてゆっくり見れました！
ごちゃごちゃ騒いだツアーじゃなくてゆっくり夕日を眺めるツアーでした！
シャワー設備も良かった！

Yakushima's Jomon Sugi is a place I want to visit at least once in my life. Although I had always dreamed of it, I was filled with anxiety and worry about my lack of exercise and confidence in my physical strength, to the point that I felt a bit gloomy even though I had made the reservation myself (laughs).

On the day of the hike, we were blessed with good weather and set off with a party of mostly beginners! The guide who accompanied us was truly wonderful! With the right pace and captivating insights about Yakushima, despite walking for hours, I felt joyful and comfortable the entire time!

The anxiety I had about it being a tough challenge quickly vanished, and I was able to enjoy myself and stay energetic until the end. Seeing other guides and parties passing by made me realize that the experience of beginner trekking in Yakushima can vary greatly depending on the guide.

By the way, I rented shoes that are said to be important, and they checked and adjusted them the day before departure, so I was able to walk without any issues. The rental of the raincoat and backpack was also a huge help since I wasn't sure if I would continue hiking in the future! Someone else in our party seemed to have purchased everything for this trip, which must have been quite an expense.

I had the best trip, enjoying the long-awaited Jomon Sugi trekking in such an easy and fun way. Thank you very much!

It's strange, but I want to challenge myself to the Shiratani Unsuikyo trekking next to experience that sense of achievement again!

人生で一度は行ってみたい屋久島縄文杉。
憧れはあったものの、運動不足と体力に自信がないのとで前日まで不安と心配で、自分で予約したくせに少し憂鬱なくらいでした（笑）

当日は天気にも恵まれ、初心者ばかりのパーティで出発！
同行して頂いたガイドさんが本当に素敵な方で！適切なペース配分と魅力的な屋久島の案内、何時間も歩き続けているはずなのに終始楽しくて気持ちよくて！

苦しい修行になるだろうと不安だった気持ちは一気に吹き飛び、最後まで楽しく元気に過ごせました。
すれ違う別のガイドさんやパーティの様子を見て、初心者の屋久島トレッキングはガイドさんで全く異なる体験だと実感しました。

ちなみに重要だと言われる靴をレンタルしましたが出発の前日に確認と調節をして下さり問題なく歩けました。
レインコート、バックパックのレンタルも初心者でこれから登山をするか分からない中大変助かりました！
パーティが一緒だった別の方は、今回のために購入して揃えたようで結構な出費だったようです。
こんなに手軽に、楽しく念願の縄文杉トレッキングが味わえて最高な旅になりました。
ありがとうございました。

不思議なもので、またあの達成感味わいに次は白谷雲水峡トレッキングにチャレンジしたいと思っています！

I want to visit the mossy forest, Taiko Rock, and Jomon Sugi! But I'm not confident about walking for two days. So, I thought I could just go in one day! However, being the worrywart that I am, I might end up walking too fast to catch the bus back and not enjoy myself. Plus, I hardly walk normally, and if it rains, I might not make it back safely. So, after searching, I discovered this greedy course and decided to book a private guide to avoid inconveniencing others. I asked the experienced guide, Shimozono, who has been mentioned in various testimonials. I was looking forward to it every day, but as the date approached, my anxiety about the weather and what to bring increased. When I consulted Shimozono during the pre-check, he reassured me that it wouldn't rain that day and answered all my questions about what to bring with reasons, which resulted in me only needing to rent a backpack and trekking shoes, significantly reducing my luggage for Yakushima. I was very grateful for that. Most importantly, Shimozono's kind voice and way of speaking eased my trekking anxiety.

On the day of the trek, the excitement began right from the start. I listened to the explanations and enjoyed the walk, albeit slowly, while Shimozono and my husband waited for me. We smoothly cleared the mossy forest, Taiko Rock, and the tramway. From there to Jomon Sugi, my knees started to tire, and I walked even slower, but Shimozono kept encouraging me with cheerful remarks, and we successfully reached Jomon Sugi. The miso soup that Shimozono made was incredibly comforting for my body, which had cooled down from sweating.

Then came the dreaded return journey. From the start, my knees began to hurt, and the pain intensified to the point where I was grimacing and tearing up. My husband had to help me, and I became so slow that I had to let others pass. However, I managed to return to the tramway, so I thought I just had to walk the flat path from there. But soon, my knees wouldn't bend, and the swollen toes were hitting the front of my shoes, causing pain. I started to worry that I might not make it back in time for the bus. Just then, Shimozono gave me painkillers and advised me to remove my insoles. He also made me warm coffee, which revived my knees, feet, and spirits, allowing me to catch the 5 PM bus and end the day on a happy note. I am truly grateful to Shimozono for encouraging me with cheerful remarks and being so kind, even though I caused some trouble. Also, I appreciate him for taking the initiative to take many photos at various spots. I enjoyed the tankan and kaki-pi that I couldn't eat during the trek. Thank you so much!

To the woman who talked about deer antlers while we were heading to Shiratani Unsuikyo, I enjoyed our conversation, and it really helped ease my tension about the trek. Thank you!

垢むす森にも太鼓岩にも縄文杉にも行きたい‼︎けど2日間歩く自信がない。だったら1日で行けばいいやん‼︎けど心配性な私は帰りのバスに間に合わせるために無駄に早く歩いてしまい楽しむことができなさそうだし普段ほとんど歩くことがないうえに雨が降るとなると無事に帰ってくることができないかもしれない。ということで検索した結果こちらのよくばりコースを発見し他の方に迷惑をかけてしまわないようにプライベートガイドを予約し体験談にちらほら出てくるベテランガイドのシモゾノさんにお願いすることにしました。それからは毎日楽しみにしていたのですが日が近づくにつれ天気や持ち物について不安が増えていったので事前確認の際にシモゾノさんに相談したところ、その日は雨降らないよ〜と言ってくださり持ち物について「これはいる？じゃあこれは？」とたくさん質問した一つ一つに理由をつけて答えてくださり結果レンタルする物がザックとトレッキングシューズだけになり屋久島への荷物が減り、とても有り難かったです。そして何よりシモゾノさんの優しい声と話し方がトレッキングへの不安をぶっ飛ばしてくれました。そして当日。トレッキング開始から感動が始まり説明を聞き楽しみ歩くのが遅いながらもシモゾノさんと旦那に待ってもらいつつ順調に苔むす森に太鼓岩にトロッコ道をクリア。そこから縄文杉までは膝が疲れ始めさらに歩くのが遅くなりましたがシモゾノさんが愉快な声かけをしてくださり無事に縄文杉もクリア。その後にシモゾノさんが作ってくださったお味噌は汗で冷えた体に染み渡りとても有り難かったです。そして恐怖の帰り道。歩き始めから膝が痛み始め顔が歪み涙が出てしまうほどの激痛に変わり旦那に手をひいてもらい後ろから来る方達に先に行ってもらうほど歩くのが遅くなりましたがトロッコ道まで帰ることができたので、あとは段差のない道を歩くだけだとほっとしたのも束の間、痛んだ膝は曲がらず浮腫んでパンパンになった足の指が靴先に当たり痛み始め、このままでは帰りのバスに間に合わないかもしれないというほどに歩くのが遅くなり不安になっているとシモゾノさんが鎮痛剤をくださりインソールをはずせばいいとアドバイスしてくださり温かいコーヒーを作ってくださり膝も足も気持ちも復活し無事に17時のバスで帰ることができましたし楽しい気持ちで終えることができました。迷惑をかけてしまったにも関わらず最後まで愉快な声かけで励ましてくださり優しく対応してくださったシモゾノさんには本当に本当に感謝です。あと、シモゾノさんから声をかけてくださり、たくさんの場所で写真を撮ってくださったことにも感謝です。トレッキング中に食べることができなかったタンカンと柿ピー美味しくいただきました。本当に本当にありがとうございました。

白谷雲水峡に向かっている際に鹿の角の話をしてくださった女性の方。お話楽しかったですしトレッキングへの緊張が解れて有り難かったです。ありがとうございました。

On the day I participated, May 6th, it was cloudy all day, but surprisingly, it started to clear up from the time we began stand-up paddleboarding, and we were able to see the sunset. It became a wonderful memory. The service provided by Takuhiro Kizawa was very polite and kind, which was also great. He took a lot of photos for us. Thank you very much.

参加した日、5月6日は一日中曇りでしが、まさかのS U Pを始めた頃から晴れてきて、夕日が見れました。とても素敵な思い出になりました。
担当してくれた、木澤拓大さんの対応がとても丁寧で親切でしたのもとても良かったです。
写真もたくさん撮ってくれました。ありがとうございました。

I was honestly more anxious than excited at the start, given that it was my first trekking experience on a hard course. However, we were blessed with good weather and received a lot of energy from the forest, allowing us to enjoy the walk from start to finish!

This course, which takes you through Shiratani Unsuikyo, Taiko Rock, and Jomon Sugi in one day, is indeed challenging, but it fills you with a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.

As someone who doesn't usually engage in sports, I believe I was able to enjoy it so much thanks to the guide's pacing, explanations at key points, and opportunities for photos.

Additionally, regarding the transportation, even though I caused some inconvenience due to my circumstances, they responded quickly and courteously, for which I am truly grateful.

It became the best memory! I highly recommend this course!!

初めてのトレッキングで、かつハードなコースということで正直楽しみよりも不安が勝るようなスタートでしたが、天気にも恵まれ、森から沢山のパワーをもらって、最初から最後まで楽しく歩くことができました！
白谷雲水峡〜太鼓岩〜縄文杉を1日で巡れるこのコースは、確かにハードではありますがその分達成感と満足感でいっぱいになります。
普段からスポーツをやっているわけではない私がこんなに楽しくやり切れたのは、ガイドさんのペース配分、要所要所での説明や写真撮影などがあったおかげだと思っています(*^^*)
また、送迎の件ではこちらの都合でご迷惑をおかけをしてしまったにも関わらず、迅速丁寧に対応してくださり本当に感謝感謝でした。
最高の思い出になりました！
このコースおすすめです！！