All Reviews for 1-Day Tours

Thank you for your help last year. I had a great time this year as well. I would like to use your services again! The guide was also very polite, and thank you for a wonderful day! ✨

去年もお世話になりました。
今年も楽しかったです。
また利用したいです～
ガイドさんも丁寧でしたし、1日お疲れ様でした✨

(Regarding the rental of crampons)
I was told over the phone that the rental fee was 500 yen, but when I received them the day before, it was 1000 yen, and I was told that the guide would teach me how to put them on. However, on the day of the trek, the guide asked me why I hadn't practiced at the lodge and called me clumsy. Additionally, the guide questioned why I had crampons when I had said spikes would be fine! It seemed there was a lack of communication.

(About the trekking)
On the day of the trek, to catch the 5 PM bus, we walked quickly along the trolley path, and when someone at the back of the group couldn't keep up, the guide made negative comments about them to others and even told the person themselves that they were holding everyone back. Even if that was true, I felt it wasn't necessary to say it that way. I had expected the guides to provide detailed information about Yakushima's nature, but the guides on-site seemed to be pressed for time. I understand that they have a responsibility to guide the group, but it was a bit disappointing. The guide told everyone that anyone could reach Jomon Sugi if they took their time, but with a tour, it becomes a group activity with time constraints, and if we went past 5 PM, the taxi fare would exceed the accommodation cost. I think this point should have been discussed during the confirmation call the day before.

(Positive aspects)
The positive aspect was that I was able to see Jomon Sugi properly and make it back down.

(アイゼンの貸し出しについて）
電話では貸し出し500円と言われたが、前日に渡されたときは1000円で、アイゼンの付け方はガイドが教えてくれると言われました。
しかし、当日ガイドさんにはなんで宿で勉強してないんだ、不器用だと言われました。
また、ガイドさんからなぜアイゼンを持っているのか、スパイクでいいって言ったのに！！と言われ、連携が取れてないんだなと思いました。

(トレッキングについて)
当日は、17時のバスに間に合わせるために、トロッコ道は早いペースで黙々と歩き、グループの最後尾にいた人が追いつかずにいると、ガイドさんが他の人に最後尾の人の悪口を言ったり、本人にもあなたが足を引っ張っていると言ってて、それが事実だとしてもそこまでいう必要はないと思いました。
ガイドというと、屋久島の自然ついて詳しく教えてもらえると思っていましたが、現場のガイドさんたちは時間に追われてる印象です。ガイドさんたちにも、案内する責任もあるので、仕方ないと思うですが、少し残念な気持ちでした。
ガイドさんはグループのみんなに、縄文杉は時間をかければ誰でもいけるが、ツアーとなると集団行動になり時間制限があって、17時を過ぎるとタクシー代が宿代以上にかかると話していました。
その点については、前日の電話での確認事項のときに、話しておいた方がいいと思います。

(良かった点)
良かった点は、ちゃんと縄文杉を見れて、下山できたことです。

I participated on December 28th. I joined because I wanted to show my partner the Penguin Parade at 2 PM. Since it's only available in winter, I think it's worth seeing. There were many inbound tourists. I wished they would clean the restrooms more frequently. Some were so dirty that they didn't seem like Japanese toilets. 😭

12月28日に参加しました。連合いに14時〜のペンギンパレードが見せたくて、参加しました。冬しか見れないので、見に行く価値はあるかと思います。インバウンドの方が沢山います。お手洗いの掃除を頻繁にしてほしいと思いました。一部、日本のトイレと思えない位、汚れていました😭

Although Kamoi Cape is difficult to visit individually, it is a scenic and powerful spot. On this day, the strong winds made it challenging to walk back and forth from the bus parking lot to the cape. Most of the bus passengers were from China, with very few Japanese people, creating an atmosphere of being on a Chinese bus.

個人では行きにくい神威岬ですが、風光明媚でパワースポット。この日は強風でバス駐車場から岬まで往復歩くのが大変でした。　バスは、ほとんどが中国からの方で日本人は極僅か、中国のバスに乗っている雰囲気でした。

Since it was the end of the year, there were few participants, and I felt that we could relax throughout the event. It was my first experience on a glass-bottom boat, and I felt that the sight of colorful fish swimming in the clear sea was a unique scene of Okinawa. At the Churaumi Aquarium, I was also able to see the main attraction, the whale shark, and I was very satisfied.

当日は年末ということもあり、参加人数が少なく全体を通してゆったりと過ごせた印象です。
グラスボートは初めての体験だったのですが、透き通った海に色とりどりの魚が泳ぐ姿が沖縄ならではの光景だなと感じました。
美ら海水族館ではメインのジンベイザメも見れ、大満足です。

My first trip to Hokkaido was wonderful. Coming from a tropical region, it was my first time seeing the snow piled up. Lake Toya, the bear ranch, and Hell Valley were all fantastic. I think our guide, Mr. Onodera, had a tough time explaining in Japanese and Chinese for just two of us out of 32 participants, but he did it without complaint, and I truly appreciate it. I'm thinking of visiting Hokkaido again during the fresh green season, and I plan to use the service again then.

初めての北海道とても良かったです。私は南国なので積もった雪を見るのが初めてでした。洞爺湖､🐻牧場、地獄谷等とても良かったです。ガイドの小野寺さんも32名中たった二人の日本人のために日本語での説明したり中国語で説明したり大変だったと思いますが苦にせず頑張っていただき本当にありがとうございました。また新緑の季節に北海道に行こうと思っています。その時は再度利用しようと思っています。

It was raining from the start of the climb, but there was snow around the Nio-sugi area, so we had to put on crampons. Above the Wilson stump, there was more than 10 cm of snow, but for someone like me who was born and raised in a snowy region, the snowy path might have been preferable. I was overwhelmed by the presence of the Jomon-sugi, which is said to be 7,200 years old, as it has been growing in this place since the seeds fell to the ground.

登山開始から雨でしたが、仁王杉あたりから積雪がありアイゼンを装着しての行程となりました。ウィルソン株から上は１０ｃｍ以上の積雪がありましたが、雪国で生まれ育った私には雪道の方が良かったかもしれません。
樹齢７２００年と言われている縄文杉は地上に種が落ちた時からこの場所で生まれ育ってきたのですから、その存在感に圧倒されました。

I thought it would be really cold, so I dressed warmly, but as the guide informed us, it did rain, yet it was quite hot while climbing, so I didn't need to wear so much. The guide was very friendly, and the other participants were nice as well, which made it a lot of fun. I learned a lot about the cedar trees, and the scenery was very beautiful, allowing for many great photos. I would like to climb in a different season next time. Thank you very much.

凄く寒いかと思って厚着をしておりましたが、ガイドさんに教えていただいたように、雨も降りましたが、登っているときはとても暑かったのでそこまで着なくても大丈夫でした。
ガイドさんはとてもフレンドリーで他の参加者さんもいい方だったので、とても楽しかったです。
杉の木のことを色々教えていただき、景色もとても美しく良い写真がたくさんとれました。
次回は違う季節に登りたいと思いました。
ありがとうございました。

I was able to tour smoothly. The water buffalo crossing to Yufuin Island was smart, which was great. I also got to explore Yufuin Island and Taketomi Island. The lunch on Yufuin Island was delicious and included vegetables.

スムーズに、観光できました。由布島に渡る水牛が賢くて、よかったです。由布島散策や竹富島散策もできました。由布島の昼食も野菜ありでおいしかったです。

I went on the Jomon Sugi tour followed by the Shiratani Unsuikyo tour on consecutive days, and I must say, the Shiratani Unsuikyo tour was incredibly enjoyable. The breathtaking view from Taiko Rock left me speechless.

Many people, like myself, who visit Jomon Sugi the day before tend to opt for the half-day course to the mossy forest due to fatigue, but it's only an additional 40 minutes to reach Taiko Rock, so I highly recommend going. The muscle pain and fatigue aren't bothersome while climbing, and adding 40 minutes doesn't make much of a difference. Plus, you get to enjoy a stunning view and have a leisurely lunch, making it quite worthwhile.

As expected from a gorge, there is plenty of water and moss, creating a very mystical and refreshing atmosphere. It feels so surreal that you can't help but wonder when the Kodama or mountain deities might appear.

連日、縄文杉ツアー→白谷雲水峡ツアーと行きましたが、結果からして白谷雲水峡ツアーが楽しすぎました。中でも太鼓岩からの絶景には言葉を失います。
私のように前日に縄文杉に行くと、疲労から白谷雲水峡ツアーを苔むす森までの半日コースにされる方が多いようですが、太鼓岩までは+40分ほどなので、絶対に行った方がいいです。筋肉痛や疲労は登っていれば気にならず40分増やしたところで大して変わらないですし、絶景を一望できるうえ、昼食もゆっくり摂れるので色々とお得です🙆‍♀️
水峡なだけに水や苔が多く、とても幻想的でリフレッシュできます。いつこだまや山神様が出てくるのだろう…と思ってしまうほど、非現実的な空間を楽しめます。

The attention to detail from the tour guide was wonderful. Even during traffic jams, they provided updates, allowing us to participate without stress. The way they avoided traffic on the highway on the way back, along with the driver, truly showcased their professionalism!

Before participating, I was a bit anxious since it was my first time with this tour company and everything was completed online. However, thanks to the tour guide, it turned into a fun trip. I would love to join again.

添乗員さんの気遣いが素晴らしかったです。
渋滞時にも都度細かく教えて下さり、ストレスなく参加出来ました。
帰りの高速での渋滞回避等も、ドライバーさん共々　流石プロ‼︎っという感じでした。

参加前は初見のツアー会社で、全てがネット上で完結した為、少々不安でしたが
添乗員さんのお陰で楽しい旅となりました。
また参加したいです。

I was worried about whether the tour could proceed due to the heavy snowfall, but I was able to participate safely and I am very satisfied. There were many international visitors, but the tour guide provided direct and thorough explanations, which made me feel at ease during the visit. Thank you very much.

今回のツアーの日は大雪の中で､ツアーができるのか不安でしたが､無事に見学でき､とても満足しています。海外の見学者も多い中ですが､添乗員さんが､直接丁寧に説明してくださり安心して見学できました。ありがとうございます。

- It was my first time in Takayama and Shirakawa-go, and I thoroughly enjoyed not only the scenery but also food tasting, sightseeing, and souvenir hunting.
- Although there was snow in Shirakawa-go, it wasn't falling, so I was able to walk with regular shoes.
- The guide, who spoke three languages, was from China and provided a very detailed tour, which gave me a great sense of reassurance.
- As others have mentioned, about 90% of the participants were from overseas. Although we started a bit late, everyone was punctual and we disbanded as scheduled.

<Actual Schedule>
8:15 Meeting
8:20-25 Departure, but we left 15 minutes late due to one group not gathering
→ Gradually, we started to see snow, and by around 9:30, we were in a snowy landscape with about 20cm of snow.
10:00 Arrived at Hirugano Kogen SA → 10:25 Departure
→ After roll call, we departed about 5 minutes later.
11:17 Arrived at the Takayama branch parking lot → 13:20 Departure
14:25 Arrived at Shirakawa-go → 16:30 Departure
17:50 Restroom break at Kojozan PA
19:00 Arrived at Nagoya Station, Taiko-dori Exit, as scheduled.

・高山、白川郷ともに初めてだったが風景以外にも食べ歩き、名所巡り、お土産探しと大満喫
・白川郷は積雪あるも降っておらず何とか普通の靴でも歩くことができた
・3カ国語話されるガイドさんは中国の方で、とても丁寧に案内してくれてすごく安心感があった
・他の方も書いてらっしゃる通り9割海外の方だった、少し開始は遅れたがみなさん時間きっちりで予定通り解散

<実際のタイムスケジュール>
8:15 集合
8:20-25 出発だったが1組集まらず15分遅れて出発
→徐々に雪が確認できるようになり、9:30ごろには積雪20cmほどの雪景色に
10:00 ひるがの高原ＳＡ着→ 10:25 出発
→点呼を終え出発まで5分ほど
11:17 高山の別院駐車場着到着→13:20 出発
14:25 白川郷到着→16:30出発
17:50 古城山PAトイレ休憩
19:00 予定通りに名古屋駅太閤通口へ到着

Since it was a trekking tour, I expected it to be like hiking, but in reality, it's quite difficult in light clothing and consumes a lot of energy. For those who don't have much experience and can't imagine what equipment is necessary, I recommend renting everything.

On the day of the tour, it was rare for December to have snow, which made it particularly challenging to navigate beyond the trolley path. I didn't have the luxury to enjoy the scenery; it was more of a battle to avoid slipping. However, the sight of Jomon Sugi after all the hard work was overwhelming, and all my fatigue disappeared.

There are several breaks along the way, and you can take photos at places like the Wilson stump, so you can keep good records of your experience, and the fatigue becomes manageable. I definitely recommend this for those who don't often have the opportunity to go.

トレッキングツアーということだったので、ハイキング感覚でいましたが、実際には軽装では難しいですし、体力を結構消費しますので、あまり経験がなくどんな装備が必要かイメージが付かない方は、全てレンタルすることをオススメします。
当日は12月では珍しく雪も降った日だったことも相まって、特にトロッコ道から先の行き来に関しては、景色を満喫する余裕もなく、滑落しないかの戦いでなかなかシビアでした。
ですが、苦労の末の縄文杉の姿には圧倒され、疲れがすっかり吹き飛びます。
途中何回か休憩もありますし、ウィルソン株などで写真も撮っていただけるので、しっかり記録も残すことができますし、疲れも何とかなります。
なかなか行く機会がない方には是非行くことをお勧めします。

The water buffalo is so cute! I enjoyed a relaxing time♪ The guide's wonderful personality and singing matched perfectly, making my experience on Taketomi Island delightful.

水牛🐃かわいい!
ゆったりとした時を満喫しました♪案内人の人柄の良さと、歌声がマッチしてて竹富島を満喫しました。

My first visit to Shirakawa-go was wrapped in a snowy blanket, and it was incredibly beautiful. The gassho-zukuri houses were mysterious homes filled with the wisdom and culture of those who lived there long ago. The tour guide provided a thorough and reassuring explanation in Japanese, allowing us to explore with confidence. The sights I experienced on this tour have become a lifelong treasure. Thank you! 😊

初めての白川郷は雪化粧に包まれ
とても美しく、合掌造りの家は
昔生きた人達の知恵と文化が詰まった
神秘的な家でした。
ツアーガイドさんも、日本語で丁寧に
案内してくれた安心して回れました。
このツアーを通して目にした光景が一生の宝物となりました。ありがとうございました(^^)

I took my mother, who has difficulty walking. The meeting time was tight and we had to hurry, but we were able to visit the sights in a planned manner. It would be difficult to visit this many attractions on our own. After it was over, I felt a sense of satisfaction. My mother was happy too.

足の悪い母を連れて行きました。集合時間は、タイトで急ぎ足でしたが、計画的に巡ることができました。個人では、これだけの名所を巡る事はできません。終了後には、満足感がありますよ。母も喜んでいました。

It was a relaxing and enjoyable tour, even though I was alone and with an Aussie next to me, but the long travel time was a bit tough. How about narrowing it down to two locations?

1人でも、横にご一緒されたオージーの方と和み楽しいツアーでしたが、移動時間が長いのが少々辛かったです、場所を２つに絞ってみたらどうですか？

The Okurayama Jump Stadium was amazing. I took the lift up, and the view from the top was spectacular. It was a day with light snow, so I felt like a jumping athlete, enjoying the scenery of Sapporo from above, which was truly moving.

大倉山ジャンプ競技場は、実際にリフトで上がり、上から見た景色は、最高でした。小雪の舞う日でしたので、ジャンプの選手になった気分で、上空から札幌市の景色を見ることができ、感激しました。

It was wonderful bus tour. I wish there was a translation headset. Liam from the US
The guide had so much to say and I could not understand everything.

I am very satisfied! I was able to spend a very fulfilling time. I highly recommend it!
You can efficiently visit Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island.

大満足です！とても充実した時間を過ごすことができました。オススメです！
西表島、由布島、竹富島をとても効率よく回ることができます。

We enjoyed the tour thoroughly. We were lucky enough to be able to go up to the 5th level. It was -8 degrees up there but the views were breathtaking. And we got a close view of Mt. Fuji too.
The souvenir shop offered us complimentary tea on arrival which was lovely and very welcoming. We were each given a little complimentary bell too which is supposed to bring good luck and long life to the owner.
The lunch at Lake Kawaguchiko was really nice too. The food great and the experience of eating out of the bowl while the food was cooking was amazing!

I was blessed with clear weather during the winter tour and enjoyed the snowy scenery of Lake Shikotsu's blue waters. I was also satisfied with the experiences at the Usuzan Ropeway and Lake Toya.

雪の季節のツアーで晴天に恵まれて雪景色の支笏湖ブルーを楽しめました。冬の有珠山ロープウェイも洞爺湖湖も楽しめ満足出来ました。

I was impressed by the beautiful view from the observation deck, and I was very satisfied with the packed itinerary, which included having lunch in a pleasant spot on the hill and listening to the guide's wonderful Okinawan songs on the bus.

展望台からの眺めの良い景色に感動して、高台にある気持ちのいい場所で、ランチ出来たり、バスの中で、ガイドさんの上手な沖縄の歌を聴いたり、盛りだくさんの内容に大満足でした♪

The weather wasn't great, but the detailed guidance from the tour guide made for a fulfilling day. The changing weather was also a part of the fun. It was too cold, but I was glad to see the snowy scenery.

天気はよくなかったが、ツアーガイドの案内が細かいので、充実な1日を過ごせました。
天気の変化も一つの楽しみでした。寒すぎますが、雪が降る景色が見れて良かったです。

I visited Shirakawa-go for the first time. The guide explained everything very clearly and also pointed out great photo spots. The best part was the bus stop location. It was much closer than other tour companies, which was really nice. There was also plenty of time for sightseeing.

初めて白川郷に行きました。ガイドさんがとてもわかりやすく説明してくれたり、写真撮影ポイントも教えてくれました。
一番よかったのは、バスの停車位置。他のツアー会社よりも、近くてとても良かったです。見学時間も十分でした。

The scenery exceeded all expectations throughout the entire journey. I highly recommend it. It was amusing that the Mushroom Kingdom was closed, but the troubles became part of the memories.

全行程で予想をはるかに超える景色でした。
お勧めします。
キノコ王国が休みだったのは笑えましたがトラブルも想い出になりました。

The big cow's eyes. 😀 Why do they look so gentle? It seems like they could wrap everything in warmth. It's the best. The performance of the sanshin and the singing also enhanced the tropical atmosphere.

大きな牛さんの目。😀。なぜあんなに優しい目をしているのかな？全てを暖かく包んでくれそう。最高。さんしんの演奏と歌声も南国気分を盛り上げてくれました。

On the second day of my trip to Ishigaki Island, I decided to go island hopping. I was picked up from the hotel and took a ferry to Iriomote Island. From there, I followed the course I had wanted to see, and everything was wonderful. I took a water buffalo cart to Yufu Island. In Taketomi Island, I toured the sights by renting a bicycle, which was also very comfortable. Time flew by, and next time I visit, I would like to stay on one of the outer islands. Thank you very much.

石垣島へ行ったら2日目は離島巡りをしようと決めていて、ホテルまで送迎していただきフェリーで西表島へ。そこからはひと通り自分が見てみたいと思ってたコースで、全部がとても良かったです。牛車で由布島へ。竹富島はレンタサイクルで観光地巡りして、これも快適でした。時間はあっという間で、次回訪れる時は離島にも宿泊してみたいと思いました。ありがとうございました。

I participated with my high school daughter, my 87-year-old mother-in-law, and myself, representing three generations.

Fortunately, on the day we attended, there were fewer participants, and the group was evenly split between international visitors and Japanese, which allowed the tour guide to provide explanations in Japanese very thoroughly.

Additionally, the guide was considerate of my mother-in-law's mobility issues and offered helpful advice, such as suggesting that she could wait at a nearby café if certain tourist spots seemed difficult to access. This was truly helpful.

The tour guide's English explanations were also easy to understand. As mentioned in other reviews, this tour has a packed itinerary, so it might be more comfortable for those without concerns about mobility.

It was truly a fulfilling tour. Thank you!

高校生の娘、87歳の義母、私と3世代で参加させていただきました。
たまたま運良く、参加日は参加者が少なめで、さらに海外の方と日本人半々だったため、添乗員さんの説明も日本語でも丁寧に説明していただけました。
また、足の悪い義母を気遣ってくださり、観光が難しそうな場所は駐車場近くか、ここら辺のカフェでお待ちいただくと良いかもしれません等のアドバイスもいただけ、本当に助かりました。

添乗員さんの英語の案内も分かりやすかったです。
他の方のレヴューにもありますが、観光欲張りセットなので、やはり足腰に不安のない方が安心かと思います。

本当に充実したツアーでした。
ありがとうございました！