All Reviews for Japan Hidden Gems: Secret Islands

Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island can all be visited in one day, making it quite efficient. I think it's a good idea to quickly explore and then decide which island you want to relax on during your next visit.

Personally, I recommend renting a bicycle on Taketomi Island (I chose a cart). I think it's more interesting to watch the cart from the outside. I believe it's better to freely explore with a rental bicycle (I chose the cart because I had already cycled around Taketomi Island the day before).

西表島、由布島、さらに竹富島を1日で回れるのでかなり高効率。ざっと回ってゆったりしたい島を決めて次回にそちらでゆったりするのがよいと思います。
竹富島は、個人的にはレンタサイクルがおすすめです（私は牛車にしましたが）。牛車は外から見ている方が面白いと思います。レンタサイクルでいろいろ自由に回るのがよいと思います（私は前日に竹富島でサイクリング済みだったので牛車を選んだのもあります）。

I participated in a mangrove canoe and Blue Cave snorkeling tour! The weather was perfect, and I was healed by the great nature of the mangroves, caves, and sea✨
I had experienced canoeing before, but it had been a while, so I was worried about how well I could paddle. However, the wind was calm, making it very easy to paddle, and most importantly, the guidance and instructions from the guides were precise, allowing me to enjoy the experience with great peace of mind!
The Blue Cave, which I had wanted to visit for a long time, didn't quite match the colors I had imagined due to the cloudy weather, but inside the cave was very mystical, and I had a wonderful experience!
There were many different fish while snorkeling, and it was a lot of fun. I tried free diving while wearing a life jacket, but it was definitely harder than it looked for the guides.
The guides took many photos of each moment of today's various experiences, allowing me to look back on the wonderful memories of the trip!

All the guides were kind and handsome, and they shared delicious places and ways to enjoy Ishigaki Island, making me feel that choosing this tour was a great decision✨

マングローブでカヌー＆青の洞窟シュノーケルツアーに参加しました！お天気にも恵まれて、マングローブと洞窟、海の大自然に癒やされました〜✨
カヌーは以前も体験したことがありましたが、だいぶ前だったので上手く漕げるか不安でしたが、風も穏やかでとっても漕ぎやすく、何よりガイドさん達のレクチャーと先導が的確でとても安心して楽しめました！
ずっと行きたかった青の洞窟は、お天気が曇っていたのでイメージの色とはいかなかったですが、洞窟の中はとっても神秘的で、素敵な体験ができました！
シュノーケルでもいろんな魚がいてとても楽しかったです。ライフジャケットを着たままでの素潜りに挑戦しましたが、ガイドさんのようにはやっぱり難しかったです。
今日のいろんな体験の一コマ一コマを写真でたくさん撮影してくれて、素敵な旅の思い出を振り返ることができました！

ガイドのみなさんも皆優しくてイケメンで、石垣島の美味しいお店や楽しみ方を教えてくれたりして、このツアーを選んで良かったなぁと思います✨

There were a lot of sea turtles, and I was able to take many photos. I also got to meet clownfish, and they took some stunning pictures. Kometchi was easy to talk to, just as the reviews said. I'm really glad I chose this place. Miyako Island is the best!! I will participate again when I come back to Miyako Island, so thank you in advance! ★

ウミガメがいっぱいいて
写真もたくさんいただけて
クマノミにも会えて
迫力ある写真を撮ってくれます。
コメッチさんも話しやすく口コミ通りです。
本当にこちらにしてよかったです。
宮古島最高！！
次回宮古島に来たらまた参加しますので
よろしくお願いします★

The day before, we visited Jomon Sugi, and our guide made sure to engage us in enjoyable conversations to lift our tired spirits. The moss-covered forest we explored in the afternoon was stunning, especially with the beautiful play of light—it was truly moving. (We also visited the hot springs that appear during low tide at the time you advised us. It felt like it relieved the fatigue in my legs. How wonderful!)

前日　縄文杉に行き　体お疲れモードの私たちを　楽しく　お話も前日から広がるように　いろいろしてくださいました。
午後からの半日でついた　苔むす森は光の加減も素晴らしく　感動ものでした。
（教えていただいた　干潮の時間に干潮時に出てくる温泉にも行きました。足の疲れが取れた気がしました。不思議　！）

It took about four and a half hours to climb from the trailhead, and I finally reached the Jomon Sugi. Meeting the world's oldest Yakusugi was truly moving!

The guide was very kind, and we took some great photos at the scenic spots! They captured some wonderful angles for us!

During lunch, the guide treated us to miso soup, which was a great way to replenish the salt after sweating so much. This is definitely an experience worth having at least once in a lifetime!

登山口から登ること、約4時間半。目的の縄文杉にたどり着きました。世界最古の屋久杉とご対面でき、感慨ひとしおです！

ガイドの方がとても親切で、写真スポットでパシャリ！　いいアングルでとっていただきました！

昼食時には、ガイドさんよりお味噌汁をごちそうになり、汗だくの身体にいい塩分補給になりました。
一生に一度は、体験したいですね～‼

I was moved to see sea turtles up close, and the photos really captured the clarity of the water and the turtles' expressions. It had been quite a while since I last went snorkeling, but the guide was kind and explained the techniques and precautions clearly, which made me feel at ease. This became one of my best memories in Miyako Island.

近くでウミガメに会えて感動しましたし、写真でも海の透明度とウミガメの表情がよくわかりました。
かなり久々のシュノーケリングでしたが、ガイドさんは親切で、やり方や注意点をわかりやすく説明してくれて安心できました。宮古島での最高の思い出の1つとなりました。

I was concerned about being a lunch refugee, so having lunch included was very helpful, and I enjoyed it deliciously♪

Everything in Iriomote and Yufu Island was fresh, and the guidance was great. I would like to go on the same course again.

Thank you! ^ ^

昼食難民が気になったので、ランチ付きはとても助かりましたし、美味しく頂きました♪

西表も由布島も全てが新鮮で案内も良く、また同じコースで行きたいと思いました。

ありがとうございます^ ^

We participated as a couple! The explanations were easy to understand, and we got to see several sea turtles and even Nemo! The ocean and coral were beautiful, and we were truly moved. We enjoyed it for longer than we expected and definitely want to participate again!!! It was a wonderful honeymoon! Thank you very much.

夫婦で参加させてもらいました！
説明も分かりやすくてウミガメも
何匹か会えてニモも見れました！
海も珊瑚も綺麗で感動しました
思ったより長い時間楽しめて絶対に
また参加したいです！！！
いい新婚旅行になりました！
ありがとうございました。

I applied to capture memorable photos on my anniversary with my partner. The service satisfaction is at its maximum! The stars were truly beautiful, and it was the best night sky of my life.

The shooting spot is very close to the parking lot; it's dark, but they illuminate the area, allowing for safe movement. Once you arrive at the shooting spot, you receive an explanation of the precautions for the shoot, and it starts right away. The person in charge was easy to talk to and left a very good impression.

The shooting conditions can be affected by the weather and other environmental factors, but they inform you about such situations in advance via email, which is reassuring. I highly recommend giving it a try!

恋人との記念日に思い出の写真を残そうと考え応募しました。サービス満足度はマックスです！
星が本当に綺麗で、人生で一番の夜空でした。
撮影スポットは駐車場からすぐそばのところで、暗いですがライトで照らしていただき安全に移動できます。撮影スポットに到着したら撮影時の注意点の説明を受け、すぐに開始します。担当していただいた方は話しやすい人で印象がとても良かったです。
天候などの環境に撮影状況は左右されますが、そんなときの対応も事前にメールで知らされているので、安心です。ぜひ一度応募してみてください！！

The sky was filled with stars as if it were a planetarium, and the weather was so nice that we could even see the Milky Way. The photographer was kind and played music while shooting, which made it a lot of fun!

一面がプラネタリウムかのように星が見え天気もよかったので天の川まで見えました。カメラマンさんも優しく音楽をかけながらの撮影でとても楽しかったです！

On the day of the activity, due to reports of rough seas near the Blue Cave, we opted for canoeing and beach snorkeling, both of which turned out to be wonderful experiences. The guides shared their knowledge about the location and the marine life, which made it even more enjoyable. They also checked on our well-being closely, and when there were concerns about swimming, they helped us with floaties, allowing us to have a carefree time.

Personally, I was particularly enchanted by the adorable clownfish and the shaded spots during the mangrove canoeing, which left a lasting impression on me. If anyone is hesitating, I highly recommend giving it a try!

当日は青の洞窟付近の海が荒れているとの情報により、カヌー&ビーチシュノーケリングとなりましたが、どちらも素敵な体験ができました。
場所や生き物の知識を教えてくださるので、より楽しめました。
また、細かく体調の確認をしてくださったり、泳ぎの心配がある時は浮き輪で引っ張っていただいたりなど、何不自由なく楽しむことができました。

個人的には、可愛いハマクマノミと、マングローブカヌーでの日陰ポイントがとても素敵で記憶に残りました。
迷っている方がいらしたら、是非体験してみてほしいです。

This experience turned out to be a very enjoyable trip.

In particular, the snorkeling in the sea was so much fun that I didn't have enough time. The crystal-clear water was filled with so many fish that I couldn't even count them, and I really felt connected to nature.

Also, the guides who led the tour were very kind, which made me feel safe participating! They were especially gentle with the children who were not good at swimming, and I felt their warmth.

Thank you for this experience! ☺︎

今回、こちらの体験をした結果とても楽しい旅になりました。

とくにシュノーケリングの海は時間が足りないほど楽しかったです。
真透明な海に見つけきれないほどたくさんの魚が泳いでおり、とても自然を感じることができました。

また、ツアーを先導いただいたお兄さんお姉さん達はとても性格の良い方で、安心して参加することができました！
一緒に参加していた泳ぎが苦手な子供にもこれでもかと思うほど優しく接しておられ、温かさを感じました。

今回はありがとうございました☺︎

I signed up for this tour because I wanted to experience the water buffalo and see the mangroves! It ended in the early afternoon, so even though it was the last day, I was able to enjoy it until the very end! The mangrove tour was fun, and the guide's explanations were easy to understand, allowing us to see various plants. We crossed to Yubu Island by water buffalo, where we could touch them and take photos! We even got to hear folk songs sung by the water buffalo, which created a fantastic atmosphere. Visiting Iriomote Island and Yubu Island made this tour really great! Since it was sunny, I was able to take lots of beautiful photos.

水牛体験とマングローブが見たくてこのツアーを申し込みました！お昼過ぎに終わるので最終日だったのですが最後の最後まで遊べて充実できました！マングローブツアーはガイドの方の説明がわかりやすくいろんな植物が見れた楽しかったです。由布島まで水牛で渡り触って写真も撮れました！水牛の中で民謡を歌ってもらい雰囲気も最高でした。西表島と由布島に行けてこのツアーはすごくよかったです！
晴れてたので素敵な写真もいっぱい撮れました。

On the last day of my two-night, three-day trip to Ishigaki, I chose a morning-only plan. We saw the mangroves from the boat, and it was very mystical. The guide explained everything clearly, which made it easy to understand. The boat was designed so that we could see the mangroves up close from both sides, making for a beautiful view.

On the way to Yubu, we rode on a water buffalo cart. On the way there, a young lady played the shamisen and sang, which really gave us a taste of Okinawa. The buffalo was also adorable. It was great that we could take free photos with the water buffalo at Yubu.

It was a quick half-day, so I thought I would like to do a full day of sightseeing next time. It was a truly wonderful experience!

石垣旅行二泊三日の最終日に行きました！！
午前のみのプランを選びました。船からマングローブを見たのですが、とても神秘的でした。ガイドさんが一つ一つ説明してくれてわかりやすかったです。船も両方の座席からマングローブが近くで見れるようにしてくれていたので綺麗に見えました。
由布に向かう際、水牛車に乗りました。行きはお姉さんが三味線を弾き語りしてくれて、沖縄感を感じさせられました。牛も可愛かったです。由布で無料で水牛と写真が撮れるところも良かったです。
あっという間の半日だったので、次回は一日中観光したいと思いました。
とても素敵な体験ができました！！

I encountered four sea turtles and enjoyed the breathtaking views in the clear, beautiful ocean. The support from the instructor was excellent, making it a safe and enjoyable experience for beginners and those who are not very good at swimming. They also shared interesting facts about sea turtles and coral, making it a truly wonderful experience. I highly recommend it!

4匹のウミガメに出会え、透明度の高いキレイな海での絶景を楽しみました。インストラクターのお兄さんのサポートも手厚く、初めての方・泳ぎがあまり得意ではない方でも安心して、楽しむことができると思います。ウミガメやサンゴに関する豆知識も教えてくれて、とても素晴らしい体験でした。おすすめです！

We gathered on-site and took several photos in recommended poses and our favorite poses. The staff's hospitality and the atmosphere they created were also great.

現地に集合しておすすめのポーズ、好きなポーズで数枚写真撮影しました。
スタッフの方の接遇や雰囲気づくりも良かったです。

Experience Report
The weather was nice, and it was really great.
It's important to confirm the bus schedule to the port on-site.
It's a good idea to prepare rain gear in case of sudden downpours.

体験談
天気も良く、すごくよかったです。
帰りの港までのバス便は現地でしっかり確認が必要です。
突然のスコールに備えて雨具は準備しておいた方がいいです。

I made a reservation and participated a week ago. Since it was a weekday, there weren't many other participants, and I was able to enjoy it at a leisurely pace.

The walking time on Yufu Island was about an hour, with no elevation changes, which was just right. I participated with my husband, who is not good at group activities, but the guides on the boat, the bus, and the water buffalo were all very skilled at storytelling, so we were never bored and had a great time.

On the day we participated, the ferry from Ishigaki to Iriomote Island offered an upgrade for 500 yen, allowing us to enjoy the view from the second floor and see the crew operating the vessel, which was very satisfying.

Next time I come, I would like to participate in other tours as well.

一週間前に予約して参加しました。平日でしたので他の参加者の方も多くなくゆったり楽しめました。
歩くのは由布島の自由時間1時間程度で、高低差もなくちょうど良かったです。
集団での行動が苦手な旦那と参加していましたが、船のガイドさんやバスのガイドさん、水牛のガイドさん皆さんお話が上手で全く飽きることなく楽しめました。

私たちの参加した日は、石垣〜西表島の船が500円で席をグレードアップできるタイプで、2階からの景色や操縦しているクルーの方を見ることもできとても満足です。

次回来た際は他のツアーにも参加してみたいと思います。

The bus tour of Iriomote Island and the mangrove cruise allow you to see plants that you wouldn't normally encounter, and the guides provide a lot of explanations about the plants and the animals that inhabit the area, making it very educational.

On Yufu Island, I was able to see water buffalo in the pond and there were places to take photos with them, which was a lot of fun.

Traveling by water buffalo cart is soothing with its leisurely pace.

Due to the schedule, lunch is a bit early, but the bento is delicious, making this a highly recommended tour.

バスでの西表島観光、マングローブ遊覧は普段見ることが出来ない植物を見ることができ、植物のことや生息している動物のことをいろいろ説明してくださるのでとても勉強になります。
由布島では池に入っている水牛を見れたり、水牛と一緒に写真撮影が出来る場所があり楽しむことが出来ました。
水牛車での移動はゆったりとしたペースに癒されます。
スケジュールの関係でお昼が少しだけ早めですがお弁当も美味しくてとてもおすすめのツアーです。

This was the best experience of my trip!!

We participated in a luxurious SUP and snorkeling tour with five people because we wanted to fully enjoy marine activities in Miyako Island.

I hadn't been in the ocean for several years and was anxious about marine activities, but the staff were very supportive, and everyone ended up loving the sea.

<SUP>
We received thorough instructions in the beautiful sea, and everyone was able to enjoy it without falling in. We also took a lot of stunning photos.

<Snorkeling>
Some members had difficulty breathing through their mouths, but with appropriate breaks and careful instructions, we were able to enjoy it. The staff worked hard to find sea turtles, and we were able to encounter them that day!!

<Overall>
The staff treated us kindly with just the right level of warmth, making it a very good tour. When I asked for recommendations for lunch, they told us about a really delicious place. I would like to participate in another tour next time.

今回の旅で一番最高な経験でした！！

宮古島でマリンアクティビティを思いっきり楽しみたいということで、豪華なSUP+シュノーケリングツアーに5名で参加しました。

数年海に入っておらず、マリンアクティビティが不安でしたが、スタッフの皆さんの対応が手厚くみんな海が大好きになりました。

<SUP>
綺麗な海で丁寧にレクチャーいただき、みんな落ちることなく楽しめました。すごく映える写真もたくさん撮っていただきました。

<シュノーケリング>
口呼吸が苦手なメンバーもいたのですが、適度な休憩時間や丁寧なレクチャーで楽しめました。
スタッフさんが一生懸命ウミガメを探していただき、当日出会えることができました！！

<全体を通して>
スタッフさんが、適度な温度感で優しく接してくれて非常に良いツアーでした。おすすめのお昼ご飯を聞いたらすごく美味しいところを教えてくださいました。今度また別のツアーに参加したいと思います。

In the morning, we had a snorkeling experience at Balas Island where we encountered a sea turtle swimming close to us—a truly precious experience! In the afternoon, we canoed through the mangroves and tropical plants, culminating in canyoning at the waterfall. Every moment was extraordinary and unforgettable. Additionally, Kengo's guide about Iriomote Island was very interesting, making the travel time enjoyable. Thanks to this, our long-awaited Iriomote Island tour turned out to be amazing.

午前のバラス島でのシュノーケリングでは、浅瀬でウミガメに遭遇、自分達の近くをウミガメが泳ぐ‼️といった貴重な体験を。午後はマングローブ、南国の植物たちの間をカヌーで進み、ゴールの滝までキャニオニング。どこを切り取っても非日常で忘れられない体験ができました。そのうえケンゴさんの西表島に関するガイドがとても興味深く…移動時間も楽しく過ごせました。おかげさまで念願の西表島ツアーが最高なものとなりました。

I participated in a mangrove kayaking and snorkeling tour at Barasu Island. The day before the tour, I received a confirmation call, and on the day of the tour, they picked me up from my hotel and took me to the port. I met the other participants and our guide, Yoshi, and we started with the mangrove tour. During the bus ride, Yoshi shared a lot of information about Iriomote Island, which made the travel time exciting.

Before the mangrove tour, we received a thorough briefing on how to paddle the kayak, allowing us to enjoy the experience very safely! We were able to feel the negative ions while being surrounded by waterfalls and forests. After a lunch break, we headed to Barasu Island for snorkeling in the afternoon. Here too, Yoshi and the staff provided great support, allowing us to explore the beautiful sea safely and create wonderful summer memories. Additionally, throughout the tour, Yoshi took photos for us, so we could keep tangible memories (he sends them via LINE after the tour). The tour provided value beyond the price, and I was very satisfied with the experience.

マングローブカヤックとバラス島のシュノーケリングツアーに参加しました。
ツアー参加前日に事前の確認電話があり、当日は宿泊ホテルまで迎えに来ていただき港に移動。
一緒にツアーに参加するメンバーと担当のヨシさんと合流し、まずはマングローブツアーへ。
バスの移動中はヨシさんが西表島の情報などを沢山教えていただき、移動時間からワクワクでした。
マングローブツアーに参加前は丁寧にカヤックの漕ぎ方をレクチャーいただき、非常に安全に楽しめました！滝と森林に触れ、マイナスイオンを沢山感じることができました。その後、昼食休憩を取り、午後はバラス島シュノーケリングへ。ここでもヨシさん等スタッフの方々がサポートしてくださったのでとても安全に綺麗な海を散策することができ、良い夏の思い出ができました。また、どのツアー中もヨシさんが写真を撮ってくださるので、形としても思い出に残すことができました。(ツアー後、LINEで送ってくださります)値段以上の価値を提供いただきとても満足のツアーでした。

The weather was favorable, and I didn't have to wear rain gear even once. There were wooden bridges and stairs without handrails, so it's best to have proper equipment like hiking boots. Also, since you need to grab onto things while climbing, gloves are necessary.

There are many guides available, but I think they group participants based on their age and climbing experience. Since there were many older participants, we were able to climb at a slow pace, and everyone was able to make the round trip to Jomon Sugi without dropping out. Along the way, we took a lot of photos, and we got some great family pictures. Thank you very much.

お天気にも恵まれて､一度もレインウェアを着ることなかったです。手すりのない木の橋や階段があり､登山靴など装備はしっかりした方がいいです。また､掴めるものは掴んで登るのでグローブは必要です。
ガイドさんはたくさんおられますが、そのグループの参加者の年齢や登山経験など考えて､グループ分けされてガイドさんがつかれるのだと思います。年齢高めの人が多かったので、ゆっくりペースで登ってもらえたので、脱落することなく全員縄文杉まで往復できました。途中､たくさん写真も撮ってもらいました。良い家族写真が撮れました。ありがとうございました。

I had no mountain climbing experience and was anxious about participating alone, but the guide managed the pace and breaks appropriately, sharing stories about the plants and history along the way, which made the trekking enjoyable! Even as a solo participant, I bonded with others in the group while walking and chatting, and by the end, we became close enough to take a commemorative photo together! When I finally faced Jomon Sugi after walking for nearly five hours, I was moved as I reflected on its long history! The scenery along the way was beautiful, with the clear flow of the river, moss-covered trees, dripping droplets, and the miraculous sight of Yakushima deer; everything was captivating and energized me despite my fatigue. There were parts of the suspension bridge without handrails, which made me a bit anxious as someone with a fear of heights, but overcoming that made me feel a little stronger! At first, I thought the walking pace might be a bit fast, but thanks to that, I was able to take my time for photos with Jomon Sugi, and we had proper breaks, making for a well-paced itinerary! I participated in late August, and the trees were lush, providing plenty of shade, so I didn't have to worry much about sunburn. We could refill our water bottles with natural water from Yakushima several times along the way, which was helpful for wetting towels and staying hydrated. However, since some participants did retire along the way, I think it's best to join in good physical condition. I would like to challenge myself again!

登山経験が無く、1人参加だったため辿り着けるか不安でしたが、ガイドさんが適切にペース配分や休憩をとってくれて、道中で草木や歴史の話もしてもらいつつ、楽しんでトレッキングに参加できました！
1人参加でも同じグループの皆さんと歩きながら話しつつ絆が生まれ、最後には一緒に記念撮影する位仲良くなりました！5時間近く歩いて縄文杉と対面できた時は、長い歴史に思いを馳せて感動しました！！途中に見える景色はどれも美しく、清らかな川の流れ、苔むす木々や滴る雫、奇跡的に会えたヤクシカ、木陰から差す光まで、どれも魅力的で歩き疲れた私を元気づけてくれました。途中の吊り橋は手すりが無い場所もあって、高所恐怖症の私は少しうろたえましたが、それも乗り越えて少し強くなれた気がします！
最初は少し歩くペースが早いかも…と思いましたがおかげで縄文杉とゆっくり写真が撮れましたし、休憩もしっかりとって、メリハリある工程でした！8月下旬の参加でしたが、木々が生い茂り日陰が多く日焼けの心配もあまり無く、途中屋久島の天然水を何度か汲めるので、タオルを濡らしたり水補給が出来た事も助かりました。ただ途中リタイアされた方もいた為、やはり健脚で健康な状態での参加が望ましいかと思います。私ももう一回位チャレンジしたいです！

The sea was beautiful, and I was able to see turtles up close; it was truly amazing! It was my first time snorkeling, and I didn't know anything, but the explanations were very thorough, so I had a great time! They took many beautiful photos, which became wonderful memories. I also appreciated learning about the sea turtles and coral. Thank you! I would like to request this again when I come back to Miyako Island.

海も綺麗でカメも身近で見れて本当に最高でした！
初めてのシュノーケリングで何も分かりませんでしたが、丁寧に説明して頂けたので凄く楽しめました！写真も綺麗にたくさん撮って頂き良い思い出となりました。
また海でウミガメや珊瑚の事まで教えて頂き良かったです。ありがとうございます！
また宮古島に来た際はお願いしたいです。

I was impressed by the beauty of the ocean and the first sea turtle I saw! A cool guy kindly taught me snorkeling from scratch, making it enjoyable even for beginners. He gave me poses for photos and recommended spots after the experience. He was very kind, and I definitely want to ask for his help again when I come back to Miyako Island!

海の綺麗さと、初めてのウミガメに感動しました！
かっこいいお兄さんが、一からシュノーケリングを優しく教えてくださり初心者でも楽しめました。
撮影のポーズを指示してくださったり、体験後におすすめのスポットを教えてくださったりと、とても親切な方で、また宮古島に来た時は是非お願いしたいなと思います♪

I felt that the service was a bit rough or careless, but the photos were taken very beautifully. Thank you.

ちょっと対応がラフというか、雑なところは感じましたが、写真はとても綺麗に撮っていただけました。
ありがとうございました。

I persuaded my daughter to participate. I wasn't confident in my physical strength, so I was considering retiring if necessary, but I still really wanted to see Jomon Sugi. The guide told us that once we reached the end of the trolley path and started climbing, if we couldn't go together, we should retire and head back. I was informed that there wouldn't be a bus after 5 PM. I couldn't keep up with everyone and dropped out at Wilson Stump, but my daughter suggested that since we were already there, we should go to Jomon Sugi together. We took photos at Jomon Sugi and then returned to the entrance of the trolley path where the guide was, and we walked back to the trailhead together, but it wasn't even 4:30 yet. I felt rushed and had a very unpleasant experience.

娘を説得して参加しました。
体力に自信がないのでリタイヤもありで
それでもやっぱり縄文杉を見てみたいと言う思いでした。
ガイドの方からちゃんトロッコ道が、終わり登りになると
一緒に行けないならリタイヤして帰るよう言われました。
帰りのバスが、５時過ぎるとないとの事、
皆さんの足についていけずウィルソン株で外れましたが、娘が、せっかくだから縄文杉に行こうと二人であとから行き
縄文杉で写真を撮ってまたトロッコ道の入り口にガイドさんがいて一緒に登山口まで帰りましたが、まだ４時３０分にもなっていませんでした。
急かされて、大変不快な思いになりました。

I found a tour that goes to Shiratani Unsuikyo for just half a day, starting in the afternoon, since my flight arrived in Yakushima before noon! Most tours start early in the morning, but this one began at noon and the trekking itself took just a little over three hours. I was able to return in the evening. I had a Jomon Sugi tour scheduled for the next day, so it was a great way to warm up my legs.

昼前に屋久島に着く飛行機だったので、午後開始で半日だけで白谷雲水峡に行けるツアーを探していて見つけました！
朝早いツアーが多いですが、昼スタートでトレッキング自体は3時間ちょっと。夕方には帰ってこれました。
翌日に縄文杉ツアーを入れていたので、いい足慣らしができました。

I was able to see 7 sea turtles!
Since there were fewer participants on a weekday, I felt like I got a good deal!
I was also good at taking photos!
Thank you for the many great pictures!

They also taught us about marine life besides the sea turtles.

Valuables can be kept in the guide's car.
Shinjō Beach has changing rooms with showers.
I recommend going by car!

ウミガメ7匹見れました！
平日の参加で参加者が少なかったので得した気分でした！
写真も撮るのうまかったです！
いい写真たくさんありがとうございます！

ウミガメ以外にも海の生物について教えてくれました。

貴重品などはガイドさんの車で預かってもらう形です。
新城海岸はシャワー付きの更衣室あります。
車で行くのがおすすめです！