All Reviews for 1-Day Tours

It was my first time in Shirakawa-go. The weather was great, and it became a very good memory. The lunch was also delicious. There was no crowd, and we arrived at Kanazawa Station almost on schedule.

始めての白川郷でした。お天気にも恵まれてとても良い思い出になりました。お昼ご飯もおいしかったです。混雑もなくほぼ予定通りに金沢駅に着きました

The guide was Mr. Takahashi from the Yakushima Guide Association, just like the previous day. Perhaps due to the pandemic, it turned into a private tour. We didn't encounter any rain, just like the day before. Despite the fatigue from the Jomon Sugi course and blisters on my feet, the enjoyable guidance allowed us to experience a different world of forest bathing fantasy. Next time, I would like to visit again with the children. Thank you again, Mr. Takahashi.

前日同様ガイドは屋久島ガイド協会の高橋さん。コロナ禍のせいもあるのか、プライベートツアーになりました。天候も前日同様雨とは全く遭遇することはありませんでした。縄文杉コースの疲れ、靴擦れという悪状況でも、楽しい案内と合わさって、縄文杉コースとは違った、森林浴幻想の世界を楽しめました。次回は、子供たち含めて再訪したいです。また、高橋さんお願いします。

We were fortunate with the weather and our guide. First of all, it was great that Yakushima Tour Operations was the only company that could take us to the trailhead (without having to wait for a bus on the way back).

We were blessed with good weather. While rain is expected in Yakushima and the cedar forests are said to be mystical, as a beginner, I wondered if my wish had been granted, as it was sunny all day. Our guide, Ryo Takahashi from the Yakushima Guide Association, was excellent. Due to the pandemic, there were only two groups of four people, including my husband and me, so there was no crowd at all. He provided detailed explanations at key points, shared information about Yakushima, tips for smartphone photography, and even personal stories. The round trip took about 10 hours, and before we knew it, the time had flown by.

For a couple around their sixties, it was physically demanding, but the sense of achievement upon completing the entire course was exceptional. The only tough part was on the way back from Jomon Sugi, where I had trouble with the worn-out soles of my shoes. More than that, I experienced swelling in my feet from the long distance, leading to blisters, and I even had issues with the nails on both of my little toes coming off. Please be sure to choose shoes that are not only stylish but also have a bit of extra room.

今回恵まれたのはお天気とガイドさん。まず、屋久島ツアーオペレーションズのみが登山口まで行けて(帰りもバスを待つこともなく）大変良かった。
今回恵まれたのはお天気とガイドさん。屋久島は雨当然、屋久杉の森も幻想的だそうですが、初心者としては…その願いが届いたのか、終日晴天でした。ガイドは、屋久島ガイド協会から高橋亮さんに担当いただきました。コロナ時間禍のせいもあって、わが夫婦含めて2組4人だけ、道中も混雑一切なく、ポイントとなる場所の詳しい解説はもちろん、屋久島の情報、スマホの撮影方法、そしてプライベートのお話まで。往復約10時間、気がつけばあっという間の時間でした。還暦前後の夫婦には体力筋力を使ってつらいけれど、全行程クリアした際の達成感は格別でした。唯一、辛かったのは、縄文杉からの帰路、経年劣化した靴底のトラブル、それ以上に、未経験の長距離で足がむくんで靴擦れ起、加えて、両足の小趾の爪が剥がれるトラブル発生したところ。くれぐれも、靴は見た目で判断せず、少しゆとりのある靴で。

It was a highly satisfying tour. I was amazed by the mysterious vitality of the mangroves, overwhelmed by the grandeur and power of the Okinawa's Great Stone Forest, and comforted by the cuteness of the Okinawa rail. I grew even fonder of Okinawa. The tour guide and local guides were friendly and very thorough in explaining the local circumstances, which was very educational. The local specialties I tasted here and there were truly delicious. This is a tour I especially recommend for those who feel they have already visited the major tourist spots in Okinawa.

非常に満足感の高いツアーでした。
マングローブの不思議な生命力に驚き、
大石林山の威容・迫力に圧倒され、
ヤンバルクイナの可愛らしさに癒され、
さらに沖縄が好きになりました。
添乗員さんや各地のガイドさんには、
フレンドリーかつ懇切丁寧に現地の事情を
説明していただき、とても勉強になりました。
各地でちょっとずつ食べた名産品も、
まことに美味でありました。
沖縄のメジャーな観光地は一通り行ったなあ、
という方に、特にお勧めしたいツアーです。

Driving long distances can be tough, but traveling by bus was very enjoyable. I definitely want to use it again.

自分で運転すると長距離移動が大変ですが、バスの移動はとても楽でした。また是非利用してみたいと思います。

Even without being able to drive a car, I was able to get around using the ferry, bus, and ox cart! It was fun to visit various islands! It turned out to be a very fulfilling day!

車の運転ができなくても、フェリーとバスと牛車で周れました！いろんな島に行けて楽しかったです！とても充実した1日になりました！

The bus driver on Iriomote Island provided a witty and very entertaining tour guide experience, it was the best! The water buffalo on Yubu Island, while calm, has adorable movements (and thoughts)!

西表島のバスの運転手さんの観光案内、ウィットに富、大変面白く最高⤴️⤴️
油布島の牛車の水牛、おとなしいけど動作(考えている事)が愛らしい‼️

I have been to the Churaumi Aquarium many times, but it was my first time at the Tropical Dream Center. It became a great memory. I will be back again! I was also relieved to see that the bus had thorough infection prevention measures in place.

美ら海水族館は何度も行きましたが、熱帯ドリームセンターはお初でした。いい思い出になりました。またお世話になります！
バスも感染予防策がしっかりされていて安心しました。

You can efficiently visit the attractions even without a car. It's perfect for sightseeing on the last day since you can get off at the airport. It had been on hold for a long time due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but it reopened in November.

車なしでも見所を効率よくまわれます。
空港で下車可能なので、最終日の観光にぴったりでした。
コロナ禍で長く休止されており、11月から再開したとのことでした。

I traveled to Taketomi Island and first participated in a bus tour. On that day, it was a private tour with a knowledgeable guide, and I was able to search for star sand. Next, the water buffalo cart ride was more relaxing than I expected, and it was really great!

竹富島に渡り、先ずはバス観光に参加しました。
当日は、貸し切りでガイドの説明が良く、星の砂を探すことが出来ました。
次に水牛車は思った以上に、のんびり出来て、とても良かったです！

It was my first time in Ishigaki Island. Initially, I thought it would be fine to explore the remote island on my own without a plan, but I’m glad I joined this tour as it allowed us to cover a lot efficiently. Although it was a long day for the kids, we had a great time with the water buffalo cart and the mangrove cruise. However, since lunch was stated to be "available for order on-site for toddlers," we didn't include a lunch for the kids. When we ordered at the restaurant, we were told, "that menu is sold out" just as the adults were finishing their meals. In the end, we had to order from other menus, which took up time, so we couldn't fully enjoy Yubu Island, which was disappointing. Also, the waiting time between the glass-bottom boat in Taketomi Island and the water buffalo cart tour was excessively long without any explanation, leaving everyone wondering, "What is this wait for?" I think that’s something that could be improved.

Personally, the highlight for me was the bus driver’s guidance from Nakama Port to the water buffalo cart boarding area. I found it very interesting and felt like the bus ride went by in no time. Overall, I feel that participating in this tour was a good decision.

初石垣島でした。当初は離島に自力でいきあたりばったりでいいかな〜と考えていましたが、このツアーに参加して効率よく回れたのでよかったです。子供には長い1日になったものの、水牛車やマングローブクルーズは楽しく過ごせました。ただ、ランチが「幼児は現地でもオーダー可」となっていたので子供のランチは含めませんでしたが、レストランでオーダーすると、大人が食べ終わる頃に「そのメニューは売り切れでした」と…。結局他のメニューを頼み食べ終わるまでに時間を取られてしまったので、由布島は満喫できなかったのが残念でした。また、竹富島グラスボートから水牛車観光に移るまでの待ち時間がやたら長く説明もなく待ちぼうけだったのでみなさん「この時間は一体？？」という感じになったのが改善できる点かなと思います。
個人的に1番よかったのは、仲間港から水牛車乗り場までのバスドライバーさんの案内。とても興味深く拝聴させていただき、バス移動もあっという間に感じました。総合的には参加してよかったなと感じます。

Shirakawa-go is amazing.
It takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes by large bus from Kanazawa Station.
The weather was great, perfect for sightseeing.
Especially, our guide Mr. Kuroda was very energetic and left a great impression.
Also, the rice crackers I baked myself were delicious.
Next time, I want to visit Shirakawa-go in winter!
Lastly, the meeting place was a bit hard to find.

白川郷最高です。
大型バスで金沢駅より１時間１０分程度
天気も良く，最高の観光日和でした。
特にガイドの黒田さんがきびきびと動き，とても好感が持てました。
また，自分で焼いたお煎餅も美味しかった。
次回は冬の白川郷に行きたいょ〜
最後に集合場所がちょっとわかりずらかった。

We were blessed with beautiful autumn weather and had a wonderful day. Thanks to the great tips on photo spots and tourist attractions in Shirakawa-go, we were able to explore efficiently.

紅葉の天気に恵まれて、楽しい1日を過ごせました。白川郷のフォトスポットや観光ポイントをよく教えてもらったので、効率よく回ることができました。

I thought it would be difficult to travel around Tokyo by train, so I purchased this bus ticket. I only visited Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple & Kaminarimon, but I also enjoyed the views from the bus ride.

東京で電車移動での観光は難しいと思って、このバスチケットを購入しました。観光したのは東京タワーと浅草寺＆雷門だけだったけど、バスでのドライブの車窓も楽しめました。

We participated as a family of four. Perhaps due to the impact of GO TO, we were a bit surprised by the fully booked large bus, but they took proper infection control measures, which made us feel safe. In Shirakawa-go, we were able to stroll freely in a relaxed atmosphere, and there was no rush throughout the itinerary, allowing us to fully enjoy our time. The guide, Mr. Kuroda, also shared interesting stories. On the way back, we purchased the recommended Tsukiyomi Yamaji. It was indeed very delicious with a moderate sweetness. Thank you for a fun day. We appreciate your help.

家族四人で参加しました。GO TOの影響もあってか満席の大型バスに少し驚きましたがきちんと感染対策もして下さり安心できました。白川郷ではのんびりした時間軸の中で自由に散策ができましたし、旅程の中どこにも慌ただしさがなく、満喫できました。ガイドの黒田さんのお話も面白かったです。帰りにはおすすめ頂いた月よみ山路も購入。甘さ控えめで確かにとっても美味しかったです。楽しい一日をありがとうございました。お世話になりました。

I was drawn to the tour title "Guided by a Famous Guide!" and the reviews mentioned that it was fun to listen to the sanshin, so I signed up. However, the guide was just an ordinary one. It might be due to the impact of COVID-19, but I signed up for this tour specifically for the guide, so I would appreciate it if any changes were clearly noted.

Additionally, there were some unrealistic aspects in the itinerary. Even though the roads weren't congested, I was told to return quickly from the first drop-off point because there wasn't enough time, and lunch was only 40 minutes, making it a rushed tour.

On the positive side, the driver's bright smile was wonderful! After the tour, I happened to take the same bus line with the same driver, who was a lovely person!

ツアーのタイトルにあった『名物ガイドがご案内！』に惹かれて、口コミでも三線が聴けて楽しいといった内容だったので申し込んだのですが、普通のガイドさんでした。。
コロナの影響かもしれませんが、ガイドさん目当てでこのツアーに申し込んだので、変更点はちゃんと記載してほしいです。
その他、ちょっと行程表に無理があります。
道路が混雑していないのに、1つめの降車地から時間がないからすぐに戻るように言われたり、昼食が40分だったりと、バタバタなツアーです。
良かった点は、ドライバーさんの明るい笑顔！
ツアー後、たまたま乗車した路線バスも同じドライバーさんで、素敵な方でした！

It was a tour with a lot of travel, but each destination was filled with emotion. On the last day of the trip, I thought everyone would be tired, so I chose the water buffalo cart and bus tour on Taketomi Island. It was the right decision to go with the bus tour. I thought the mangrove boat ride would be a slow and quiet way to enjoy the forest, but it was great with the guide's explanations and the opportunity to take photos. It became a wonderful memory.

移動が多いツアーでしたが、行く先々は感動でいっぱいでした。旅の最終日に参加で疲れもあるだろうと思い、竹富島では水牛車とバスツアーにしました。バスツアーにして正解でした。マングローブ船はゆっくり静かに森林を楽しむのかなと思っていましたが、ガイドさんの説明もあり写真も撮れてよかったです。良き思い出となりした。

Thank you for your flexible response in the terrible weather. I appreciated the interesting information you shared about biology, geology, history, and geography. I heard that you also manage a guesthouse called "Umikawa" in Yakushima. Next time, I would like to try the famous deer meat. There were also many monkeys, so I was satisfied to capture them on camera.

大変な悪天候の中、臨機応変に対応いただきました。感謝いたします。
生物、地学、歴史、地理の情報をふんだんに面白く、お話しいただきました。
実は、屋久島　民宿「宇美河」の経営も兼ねているそうです。
次回は名物の鹿肉を食べてみたいですね。
猿もたくさんいたので、カメラに収められて満足です。

The highly trained staff was great. The guide's knowledge and skills were also impressive. I would like to use this service again.

非常に訓練された運行スタッフで良かったです
ガイドさんの知識も技量も高かったです
また利用したいと思います

The tour content was good. However, I was disappointed that the bus was a microbus. We couldn't maintain distance from other participants, and since there were elderly people in the group, I really wished they had provided a proper sightseeing bus that allowed for spacing, especially during these times. I understand that it's tough with the increasing number of infections, but that aspect was truly disappointing.

ツアー内容は良かったです。ただ、バスがマイクロバスでがっかりです。
他の参加者とも間隔を開けられないし、高齢の方もいたので、こんな時だからこそ、ちゃんと間隔をあけられる観光バスにしてほしかったです。
感染者が増えてるので、大変なのもわかりますが、そこだけはほんと残念でした。

The tour of Iriomote Island was interesting with explanations about the mangroves. On Yubu Island, I could hear the wonderful singing along with the water buffalo cart and sanshin. Taketomi Island was also great, as I enjoyed a cycling tour under the blue sky. It was a wonderful day.

西表島のツアーは、マングローブの説明も面白く、
　由布島の、水牛車も三線と、素晴らしい歌声が聞けて
竹富島も、青空の元　サイクリングツアーにしてとても良い
一日でした。

Our schedule was so tight. Our your guide's knowledge was amazing. However, we were called by a number, not our name. A bit disappointed.

Since I was traveling alone, it was great to be taken to various places in just one day! I was happy to be able to use both the water buffalo cart and the rental bicycle.

ひとり旅だったので、１日で色々な所に連れて行ってもらえて楽でした！ 水牛車とレンタサイクルどちらも利用できて良かったです。

It was just Halloween, and American Village was bustling with both adults and children in costumes. Furthermore, the time of arrival coincided perfectly with sunset, which was very beautiful.
Although the time on Kouri Island was a bit short, I still thought it was a great tour overall.

ちょうどハロウィンでしたが、アメリカンビレッジは大人も子供も仮装した方が多く活気が溢れていました。さらに、到着した時刻がちょうどサンセットでとても美しかったです。
古宇利島の時間が少し短かったですが、それも含めた上でも良いツアーだと思いました。

I visited Shirakawa-go for the first time.
The bus provided a wealth of information, and I think participating in the tour allowed for a smooth visit.
We were also blessed with good weather, making it a wonderful trip.
Thank you very much.

初めて白川郷に行きました。
バスの中も豊富な情報をお話頂き、ツアーに参加したからスムーズに見学ができたと思います。
天気にも恵まれとても良い旅ができました。
ありがとうございました。

It was a small group of three, including myself, and we had a cheerful bus trip! Being able to get along with everyone who participated is one of the joys of traveling!

I tend to have a strong travel style, preferring hidden gems and gourmet experiences over typical tourist spots, so I appreciated that this tour had plenty of free time and allowed us to move around as we liked within the time frame. Thanks to that, I was able to buy some delicious bread.

We arrived at Shirakawa-go early in the morning, so we could take photos in a relaxed atmosphere. The Hida beef miso on a magnolia leaf for lunch was also a highlight!

In Takayama, I felt like I was on a little pilgrimage to some sacred sites.

Above all, the guide's entertaining stories really hit the spot, and even now on my way home, I find myself laughing as I remember them!

Thank you to the guide and the driver! It was a memorable trip. I am grateful for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

私を入れて3人、少人数で和気藹々のバス旅でした！参加した皆さんと仲良く出来るのも旅の醍醐味ですね！

私は旅のクセが強くがっつり観光地を巡るよりは知る人ぞ知る場所やグルメに興味がある方なので、このツアーは自由時間も長く、時間内なら好きに動いていいのが有り難かったです。お陰で美味しいパンが買えました。

白川郷は朝早めに着くので、のんびりした空気の写真が撮れますよね。お昼ご飯の飛騨牛朴葉味噌もポイント高いですよねー！

飛騨高山ではちょっとした聖地巡礼もした気分になれました。

何よりガイドさんの面白話しがツボに入り帰路に着いた今でも思い出して笑っております笑笑

ガイドさんドライバーさんお世話になりました！
思い出深い旅になりました。一期一会に感謝。

The mangrove cruise in Iriomote Island offers a thorough explanation about mangroves, making it educational. The water buffalo cart experience in Yubu Island and Taketomi Island was enjoyable as we could leisurely sightsee while taking in beautiful landscapes and the characteristic streets of Okinawa.

西表島のマングローブクルーズでは、マングローブについて丁寧に説明してもらえて勉強にもなります。由布島、竹富島の水牛車体験では綺麗な風景や沖縄らしい街並みを見ながらのんびり観光できたのが良かったです。

It was a tour packed with places I wanted to visit. Since there was quite a bit of travel distance, I was able to enjoy it while taking breaks on the bus. I also bought a lot of souvenirs at the Nago Pineapple Park.

行きたいとこが詰まったツアーでした。移動距離もあるので、バスで休憩もしながら楽しめました。ナゴパイナップルパークではたくさんお土産も買いました。

Since it was during the pandemic, the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium was not crowded, allowing me to enjoy watching the whale sharks and manta rays without any worries. The three hours I spent there felt way too short.

コロナ下だったので、美ら海水族館は空いていて、ジンベイザメやマンタを心置きなく眺められた。３時間の滞在時間がとても短く感じられる程だった。

It's a place I wouldn't think of going just to drive there alone, but I participated in my first bus tour and went there. I climbed the mountain while listening to the guide talk about Daishi Forest Mountain, and the Shikuwasa juice after exercising was the best! After that, at the Churaumi Aquarium, there weren't many people, but the dolphin show I saw for the first time was so cute. What impressed me the most was that we arrived at the Kencho Square exactly at 8 o'clock. It was right on schedule. I thought it was normal for a bus to be late, but everything went according to plan, and I was moved by it all. I'm glad I went.

ひとりで車運転してまで絶対行こうと思わない場所ですが、人生初のバスツアーに参加し行ってきました。添乗員さんから大石林山の話を聞きながら山登りし、運動した後のシークワサージュース最っ高でした。その後の美ら海水族館、人はまばらだったけど、初めて見たイルカショーとってもかわいかったです。最後にすごいと思ったのが、最終の県庁広場に8時ちょうどに着いたことです。予定時刻と全く一緒でした。バスだから予定時刻過ぎるのが普通かと思っていたのが予定通りだったから、全てに感動しました。
行ってよかったです。