All Reviews for 1-Day Tours

It was a multilingual tour that was almost full, but there were only four Japanese participants. We joined as a pair, but everyone was quite quiet, and I didn't realize there were other Japanese participants until the end. There were unavoidable delays due to icy road conditions. It was disappointing that the lunch was cold, even the rice. I regretted skipping the hot spring because I was worried about getting cold, but it turned out to be a good decision. I ended up catching a fever after the trip due to fatigue from the cold.

ほぼ満席の多言語対応ツアーでしたが参加日本人4名。
こちらは2名で参加しましたが皆さん結構静かで他の日本人の方最後まで分かりませんでした。
アイスバーンの道路状態で仕方のない遅延があったのですが。昼食が
ごはんまで冷えていたのは残念でした。
湯冷めが怖かったので温泉はパスしてしまったのが残念でしたが。
やめておいてよかったです。寒さ疲れして旅行後熱だしましたから。

I was able to travel to Shirakawa-go on a budget for a solo trip. I had been there once in November on a group tour, and there was no snow at that time. I don't get many opportunities to go, but I wanted to see the snowy scenery again, so I went on my own. I was surprised to see so many foreigners. Unfortunately, the snow was piled up along the roadside and looked a bit dirty. I would like to go again during the heavy snowfall in January or February.

一人旅行のため、格安で白川郷に行けました。11月に一度団体旅行で行ったことがあり、まだ雪が積もっていませんでした。なかなか行く機会がありませんが、もう一度雪景色が見たくて、ひとり気ままに行きました。外国人がたくさんいることにびっくり。雪も道端に山積み薄汚れていて、残念でした。また、1月か2月の大雪の時に行きたいです。

I rode a water buffalo cart on Taketomi Island and then enjoyed some free exploration. Everything on the island, from the buildings and roads to the flowers and water buffalo carts, was beautiful, allowing me to fully enjoy the tropical atmosphere. The only regret was that the weather was cloudy, and I imagined a blue sky with white clouds while sightseeing. Also, we changed the meeting time about three days before the tour, but the process was smooth, which was very helpful. Thank you very much.

竹富島の水牛車に乗りその後、自由散策してきました。島内は建物、道路、花等植物、水牛車等すべてが美しく南国を満喫しました。
お天気だけが曇っていて心残りで、青い空に白い雲を想像しながら観光しました。
また観光の３日前ぐらいに集合時間の変更をしましたが手続きもスムーズで大変助かりました。ありがとうございました。

Very good service from Japan Gray Line; a customer service representative was at the meeting point (hotel) to welcome and to get us on the bus.
The tour is very good and really highlights what to see and to do in Tokyo, leading to exploring on own more areas in the following days, should time allows. The guides provide good explanation of the areas toured, and would go the extra mile to satisfy the customer beyond the basic service of the tour, to include attending to personal requests from the customer.
Overall good job, making a day we very much enjoyed.

It was quite hot, reaching nearly 30 degrees for this time of year. The mangrove cruise was combined with other tours. The water buffalo cart ride was nice and had a charming atmosphere. The cycling option on Taketomi Island wasn't bad, but the hills were quite tough. Depending on the day's temperature, I think those who usually ride electric bikes should consider paying the extra fee to rent one. I was sweating a lot!

この時期としては30度近くまで気温が上がり、暑かったです。マングローブクルーズは他のツアーと一緒でした。水牛車は風情を感じられて良かったです。竹富島のサイクリング選択は悪くなかったですが…坂道が結構辛かったです。その日の気温にもよりますが普段、電動自転車に乗っている方は追加料金を払っても電動自転車を借りた方が良かったと思います。私は大汗かきました(^^ゞ(^^ゞ

The orchid greenhouse at Tropical Dream Land captivated me with its scale and grandeur, surpassing that of the orchid gardens in Chiang Mai, Thailand. At the same time, I was delighted to see rare fruit varieties in the tropical fruit corner that I had not encountered during my previous visits to Malaysia, Ho Chi Minh City, and Taiwan.

At American Village, I enjoyed a chicken burger set at A&W, which was recommended by my guide. When it comes to American hamburgers, I've eaten at McDonald's, Burger King, Wimpy, and Dairy Queen, but the burgers from this chain had a unique flavor that reminded me of the ones I had in mainland America. After returning home, I researched this burger chain and found out that it started in mainland America nearly a hundred years ago and has been operating exclusively in Okinawa, Japan, for over 50 years. It was a burger of surprisingly high quality.

熱帯ドリームランドのランの温室は、タイのチェンマイのラン園を凌ぐ規模と迫力に魅了された。同時に南国の果実のコーナーでは、かつて訪問したマレーシア、ホーチミン、台湾で見かけなかった珍しい果実種が鑑賞できたことは収穫でした。

アメリカンヴィレッジでは、ガイトに薦めてもらったA&Wでチキンバーガーセットを食しました。アメリカのハンバーガーと言えば、マクドナルド、バーガーキング、ウィンピー、デアリークィーンで食べましたが、このチェーン店のバーガーは一味違い、アメリカ本土で食べたバーガーを思い出させる味がしました。帰宅してからこのバーガーチェインを調べてみると、約百年前に米本土で始まり、日本では沖縄のみでの展開で50年以上となるとのことです。予想以上に質の良いバーガーでした。

Mr. Matsushita, who was our guide, driver, and caretaker (I'm sorry, I forgot your name), was wonderful! Despite the cold, I was healed by the snowy scenery of Shirakawa-go, the tranquil and picturesque views, and the delicious food. I had a fantastic time. Thank you! ♩
I have grown to love Hokuriku even more. Just as the driver mentioned, I definitely want to visit Shirakawa-go in early summer as well! Next time, I want to master the dialect and try speaking it.

ガイド兼ドライバー兼お世話役の松下さん(ごめんなさい、お名前失念しました)がとても素敵でした！寒い中ではありますが、白川郷の雪景色と、のどかで風情のある景色、おいしいごはんに癒されて、とても満喫できました。ありがとうございました♩
さらに北陸が好きになりました。ドライバーさんおっしゃっていた通り、初夏の白川郷もぜひ、行ってみたいです！今度は方言マスターして話してみたいです。

I participated in the tour on the afternoon I arrived in Ishigaki Island. I was able to efficiently visit the highlights of Ishigaki Island. The guide was easy to understand, and I think it was a great tour for the first day. It’s all a matter of luck, but I believe it would have been an even more wonderful day if the weather had been better.

石垣島に着いた日の午後に参加しました。
効率よく石垣島の見所を回ることができました。
ガイドさんも分かりやすく、初日にとてもいいツアーだと思います。
こればかりは運ですが、天候が良ければもっとステキな1日だったと思います。

I participated in a plan that allowed for a stop at the airport right on time for my flight on the last day of my trip. It was a warm guided tour by a precious male guide who played the sanshin. In winter, Ishigaki Island has few sunny days, and the chances of encountering the blue waters of Kabira Bay are low; it was rainy on the day of my visit, but it was still quite beautiful. I feel like I want to try again in the summer.

旅行最終日に飛行機の時間にぴったりに空港で途中下車もあるプランだったので参加しました。たったひとりの貴重な男性ガイドさんのあったかい三線付きの案内でした。冬は石垣島は晴れの日が少なく川平湾のブルーに出会うのには確率は低いそうで当日も雨でしたがそれなりに綺麗でした。夏に再チャレンジしたい感じです。

It was an outstanding experience to just not travel to Mount Fuji but getting essential and interesting information from the guide, Yoshi. Yoshi ensured and kept us entertained throughout the visits and I will definitely recommend fellow tourist to option for Yoshi.
It was timely pickup, sight seeing and exceeded expectations.

In December, it was 27 degrees, and the weather was warm enough to break a sweat even in short sleeves. I cruised upstream along the Nakama River in Iriomote Island, enjoying the refreshing breeze through the mangrove forest. Next, I took a water buffalo cart to Yubu Island. While gently swaying, I listened to island songs and felt relaxed. On the island, I explored freely, spending time picking up shells and coral on the beach where manta rays could be seen, and watching butterflies resting on beautiful flowers. Although it was just half a day, I had a fulfilling time.

12月なのに27度もあって、半袖でも汗ばむ気候。西表島の仲間川を、爽やかな風にあたりながらマングローブの林を上流へとクルージング。次は、水牛車で由布島へ。のんびりと揺られながら島唄を聞き、癒されました。島の中では自由散策で、マンタの見える浜で貝殻やサンゴを拾ったり、美しい花にとまる蝶を見たりして、時間を過ごしました。半日でしたが、充実した時間が過ごせました。

I wanted to change my departure from Osaka to disembark in Kyoto, and the prior inquiry was very polite and left a good impression. On the day of the tour, it was a Monday after a holiday, and everywhere was crowded, but we were able to move around very efficiently. In Arashiyama, we had free time to explore, but we were guided to the popular bamboo grove as requested. About 60% of the participants were international tourists, and after the English guidance, we also received instructions in Japanese, which made me feel like I was part of an overseas bus tour.

大阪発着を京都下車に変更したく、事前の問い合わせもとても丁寧で好感が持てました。
当日は、連休後の月曜日でどこも混雑していましたが、とても効率よく回れました。嵐山も自由散策ですが、リクエストの多い竹林までは案内していただけました。
参加者は６割ほどが訪日観光客で、英語の案内の後に日本語で案内をしていただき、海外のバスツアーに参加した気分も味わえましたよ。

This was a tour that efficiently guided us through the famous sites of Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari Taisha, and Arashiyama in Kyoto. I think it would be difficult to visit all these places in one day on your own. It's great that we could be taken to Kyoto without having to go there from Osaka.

What stands out is that we had the best guide. Their attention to detail and overall guidance were exceptional. In Arashiyama, they even called a taxi to run through the bamboo grove for my brother, who couldn't walk. I highly recommend this tour.

清水寺・金閣寺・伏見稲荷大社　嵐山と京都の名所を効率よく
案内してくれるツアーでした。　独自で一日でここまでまわるのは
難しいと思います。大阪からの出発でわざわざ京都に行かなくても
連れていっていただけるのはいいですね。

特筆するのは最高のガイドさんにあたったこと案内　気配り
すべてにおいて最高のガイドさんでした。
嵐山では歩けない　兄のために竹林の小道を走ってくれるタクシーまで
呼んでいただきました。
おすすめのツアーです。

For my son, it was his first time, and my second visit to Okinawa's Churaumi Aquarium. It was a fun experience throughout, led by a knowledgeable bus guide who sang and danced. Everyone from various countries who participated in the tour came together to spend a meaningful day.

Last year, we rented a car and stayed overnight on the way to the Churaumi Aquarium. With skilled driving, we left at 8:20 AM and even with leisurely sightseeing and breaks, we were able to return to the meeting place an hour early at 5:30 PM, making for a rich and fulfilling time without feeling tired.

息子にとっては初めての、私は2回目の沖縄、美ら海水族館行きは、唄って 踊って 知識豊富なバスガイドさんのリードで 終始楽しく、ツアーに参加した色々な国からの 老若男女全員が ひとつになって過ごせた有意義な一日となりました。
昨年はレンタカーを借りて、途中で一泊して美ら海水族館に向かいましたが、上手な運転で、朝8:20に出発して、全てゆっくり見学、休憩しても、1時間早く5:30に集合場所に戻ることが出来て 疲れ知らずの濃厚なひとときとなりました。

Overall nice schedule.
Nice guide who tried to entertain us all time !
Various points to see and 3 of 5 were great, one was average, one was needless.
Lunch included was below average for Japan....

The course was to climb from Shiratani Unsuikyo to Taiko Rock and meet Jomon Sugi. We set off before sunrise and walked until dusk. We took breaks every two hours, having breakfast around 6 AM and lunch around 11 AM. The guide, a local, shared important points but didn't engage in unnecessary chatter, managing the pace well and leading us effectively. There were five of us in the party, and no one complained; we were able to trek in good spirits. The weather was great, and the view from Taiko Rock was amazing. Jomon Sugi felt divine, allowing us to sense the mysteries of nature. It was a valuable tour.

白谷雲水峡から太鼓岩を登って、縄文杉に会いに行くコースでした。
日が昇る前から出発、日が暮れるまで歩きました。2時間おきほどで休憩して朝食は6時ごろ、昼食は11時ごろ食べました。
ガイドさんは、地元の人で大事なポイントは教えてくれましたがあまり無駄話はせずペース配分を考えて、うまくリードしてくれたと思います。5人パーティでしたが誰も弱音は吐かず、気分良くトレッキング出来ました。
天候も良く、太鼓岩からの景色が最高でした。縄文杉も神々しく自然の神秘を感じることができました。価値あるツアーでした。

Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Full Day Tour: Enjoy two World Heritage Sites at a leisurely pace.
It was an amazing time, and I definitely want to participate again!

白川郷・五箇山満喫1日ツアー 2つの世界遺産をゆっくり楽しもう
楽しみ最高の時間だった ぜひもう一度参加したい！

I was very happy with this tour. Everything was very well organized, and exactly as advertised. The views were spectacular. The guide, Yoshi, was very professional. Gave us a lot of information on Mount Fuji, and on Japan in general. At each step (sight-seeing, ropeway, boat ride) we got very clear instructions, and it enabled everything to run smoothly. As a one-day tour, this is as good as it gets. For those who would like to take it easy and see more of Hakuna, probably I would recommend to do it on their own and stay at least one night in Hakuna.

Yakushima, my mother's hometown. I visited for the first time in 22 years. It was my first time going to Jomon Sugi, and I was a bit anxious, but the guide's detailed explanations and the friendly participants made the long trek enjoyable. It rained for part of the way, but when the rain stopped, I was deeply moved by the fantastical forest and Yakusugi shrouded in mist. The guide also explained the history of Yakushima, and I want to learn more about it, including its history. I think it's a good idea to bring plenty of snacks since you get hungry. An umbrella is also essential. I realized that the reason this nature is preserved is precisely because the trek along the long, winding trolley path is not easy. I'm really glad I participated in this tour.

母の故郷である屋久島。22年ぶりに訪れました。縄文杉に行くのははじめてで、少し不安でしたが、ガイドさんの詳しい説明と参加されていた方が、気さくな方で長い道のりでしたが、楽しくトレキッングできました。途中まで雨が降っていましたが、雨が上がると霧に包まれた幻想的な森や屋久杉を見れてとても感動しました。ガイドさんから屋久島の歴史等も説明してもらい、屋久島のことを歴史も含めて調べてみたいと思います。お腹がすくのでおやつは多い目に持って行った方がいいと思います。傘も必需品です。ながーくながーく続くトロッコ道簡単に行けないからこそ、この自然が守られているのだと思いました。このツアーに参加して本当に良かったと思います。

Mika San our guide was very lively and funny! very informative and helpfull. Driver was excellent . Lunch was impeccable and we are lucky enough to see mt fuji all day with clear skies and amazing weather.

Trip was overall well organized and was able to maximize our time . It was the best highlight of my japan trip.

will definitely book again!

Very nice experience~ Suggest all of you to join if you haven't yet planned.

We had a great experience, and Hitomi, the tour guide, was very good. We were fortunate to have good weather and had great views of Fujisan. My only knock on the tour was the stop at the sulpher area. We were there for too long and it just wasn’t that interesting. I’d much rather spend more time on Mt. Fuji. Otherwise, the bus was comfortable and the trip was well worth it.

The weather was amazing and the scenery was fantastic! The color of the sea was emerald green, and I've been to Okinawa several times, but this was the most beautiful sea color I've ever seen.

I was able to fully enjoy Okinawa in just one day. Both the guide and the driver were great; they were truly healing people of Okinawa.

It was really a wonderful trip!

Thank you very much!

最高な天気で景色が最高でした(^^)v
海の色もエメラルドグリーンで今まで沖縄何度が来てますが一番綺麗な海の色でした(^-^)

１日で沖縄を満喫できました(^o^)
ガイドさんも運転手さんも良い、沖縄の癒やしの人でした(*^^*)

本当に良い旅でした(^_^)/

ありがとうございました(^^)v

Thanks to the tour guide, we were able to enjoy sightseeing without any waste of time. There were a lot of tourists, but it was a fun day. I'm glad we were also shown some great photo spots.

添乗員さんのおかげで、無駄無く観光できました。
観光客がとても多かったですが、楽しい一日でした。
写真スポットも教えてもらえて、よかったです。

Just a short trip from Ishigaki Island, it feels like a different time flows here. This is my second visit, and when I go to Taketomi Island, I feel like everything is forgotten and my lifespan has been extended. Is it just me? You can truly enjoy the travel atmosphere here.

石垣島からちょっと足を伸ばすだけで、日常とは別の時間が流れている感じです。今回、2回目の参加ですが、竹富島を訪れると、何もかも忘れさせてくれ寿命が延びたように感じるのは私だけ？でしょうか。
旅行気分を満喫できますよ。

A very enjoyable tour, we were blessed with good weather which allowed us to have good views of Mount Fuji and the vokcanic vents at Hakone. We thoroughly enjoyed the day but would advise to check weather forwcast before booking

This was a great tour that would be highly recommended. Although we were only able to get up to the 4th station at Mt. Fuji, the view was clear and unobstructed the whole time we were on the tour, which is highly unusual. The view from Owakudani was especially beautiful! Our tour guide, Eiko, was very knowledgeable and funny, sharing lots of useful extra information that tourists may not otherwise know. Lunch in Gotemba was excellent, especially the tasty manju dessert! I had to buy a box to take home.

I took the bus that picked us up at 4:30 AM and headed to the trailhead. I managed to eat breakfast despite still feeling groggy... and we set off. As we progressed, the surroundings became brighter, and watching the sunrise made me feel refreshed. We walked in a single file, and there was consideration for rotating during breaks. One slight disappointment was that, due to time constraints, there was one instance where the guide spoke while walking, and since I was at the back, I couldn't hear the guide's talk clearly. However, it might have been that I was tired and lacking concentration.

I brought chocolate and candy for energy, but I thought that during hot weather, something saltier might be necessary. I also thought that something with a sour taste, like dried fruits or snacks made from dried daikon, could be a nice change.

Actually, I was most worried about the restroom situation. Although portable toilets were provided, we only needed restroom breaks, which was fine. The comfortable temperature might have helped as well. Since the backpack and shoes were rented, I was concerned about blisters, but I had no worries at all. It was more convenient than preparing my own gear, which was great.

I noticed the guide quickly picking up small pieces of trash while walking. After that, I realized, "Come to think of it, there isn't any trash lying around..." I was reminded that picking up trash shouldn't be taken for granted, and that not littering is essential to protect nature.

Lastly, the miso soup we had for lunch was very delicious. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to the guide!

４時30分迎えのバスに乗り、登山口へ。まだ起ききってないカラダに、朝食を頑張って入れて・・・出発しました。どんどん周りが明るくなり、朝日が昇って来るのを眺めるのは、清々しい気分になれました。一列歩行で進むため、休憩の度にローテーションするように、配慮されていました。少しだけ残念だったのは、時間的な事もあるので仕方無いと思いますが、1度だけ歩きながらお話された事があり、後方に居たので、ガイドさんのトークが遠くて聞こえない事が有りました。ただ、自身が疲れていて、集中力を欠いていたのかもしれません。

　栄養補給のために、チョコレートや飴を持参しましたが、汗をかく時期なら、より塩味が必要かと思いましたが、酸味のあるモノで、噛んで食べる物が、気分が変って良いのではと思いました。酸味のあるドライフルーツとか、寒干し大根のお菓子とかがお薦めかも。

　実は一番心配していた、お手洗い事情。簡易トイレも一応用意はしましたが、お手洗い休憩だけで、大丈夫でした。過ごしやすい気温だった事も良かったのかもしれません。リックや靴はレンタルなので、靴擦れが心配でしたが、全く心配はいりませんでした。自身で用意するより気軽で、良かったです。

　ガイドさんが歩きながら、さっと小さなゴミを拾ったのを拝見しました。其の後で「そう言えば、ゴミって落ちてないなぁ・・」と気が付きました。拾う事が当たり前ではなく、捨てない事が当たり前で無くては、自然を守る事が出来ないんだと、改めて思いました。

　最後に、昼食で頂いたお味噌汁、大変美味しかったです。そして、ご一緒頂きました皆様・ガイドさん、ありがとうございました。

This tour is quite a bargain, as it allows you to visit not only the Churaumi Aquarium but also Ryukyu Village and Manza Beach for this price. The duration of stay at each location was just right, and I was satisfied.

The guide also entertained us with songs and performances on the sanshin, which was enjoyable.

I highly recommend this tour.

このお値段で、美ら海水族館だけでなく、琉球村や万座毛まで行けるというなかなかお得感満載なツアー。
各場所での滞在時間もほどほどの時間で、満足出来ました。

ガイドさんも、歌や三線も披露してくれて、楽しかったです。

おすすめのツアーです。

Cruise trip was best of all.

It would have great if the bus stops near to international restaurant rather than local ones.
It becomes difficult to manage the food.
Would be good if we have McDonald's or KFC, which would be preferred by most of travellers.

Thanks