All Reviews for Ferries & Cruises

- I was very happy that there were women-only seats.
- I was able to relax a lot, which was great.
- Perhaps because it was the off-season? It was quiet, so I could enjoy the scenery at my leisure.

・女性専用シートが有るのが非常に嬉しかった。
・凄くリラックス出来て良かった。
・シーズンオフのせいか？空いているのでゆっくり景色も堪能出来た。

I was able to see a lot of fish. It was disappointing that I couldn't see a sea turtle, but everyone in the family who participated was satisfied. The boat was relatively stable and quite comfortable.

魚が沢山見れました。ウミガメが見れなかったのが残念でしたが、参加した家族全員満足してました。船の揺れも少なくまあまあ快適でした。

Riding the glass-bottom boat was a pleasant experience, especially since I don't usually get on boats. The breeze was just right, making it enjoyable. The smooth journey to the points where we could see fish and coral reefs was stress-free. It was really fun to see the fish up close in the water. However, many of the points had similar types of fish. Still, watching their movements kept us entertained throughout the experience. We were satisfied.

実際グラスボートに乗ってみると普段船に乗ることのない分、風が程よくて気持ちよかったです。魚やサンゴ礁が見れるポイントまでもスムーズな移動でストレスは感じませんでした。海の中を見る時すぐそこまで魚がいてとても楽しかったです。ですが見ることの出来るポイントの中には同じような魚ばかりでした。それでも魚の動きを見ていたら飽きずに体験出来ました。自分たちは満足しました。

After departing, we moved over the sea for a while. When we arrived at the point, we moved to the inner cabin, and the cabin sank. It was nice that we could look out from the front window, as the view was wide. However, the actual time was short, and it went by in an instant. What was disappointing was that the young female staff member, although not meaning any harm, was rather unfriendly and seemed to just be going through the motions, providing instructions without much engagement. I would have appreciated a bit more smiling or explanations. Well, I guess that's how it is...

出港してから、しばらく海上を移動。ポイントに着くと、内側の船室に移動して、船室が沈下します。正面の窓から眺めらるので、視界が広いのはよかった。でも、実質の時間は短く、あっという間でした。残念だったのは、係員の若い女の人が、(悪気はないが)あいそなく、黙々とルーティーンのように、指示説明だけしておられたこと。
もう少し笑顔とか、解説とか欲しかった。ま、こんなもんかなぁ……でした。

It was my second time on the Hozu River boat ride, and the boatman's explanations were entertaining. I was able to experience the occasional rapids with excitement. My visit was for the purpose of enjoying the autumn leaves during the high season, and by making a reservation in advance, I was able to board without waiting.

２回目の保津川下りでしたが、船頭さんの説明が面白く、たまにある急流をドキドキしながら体験する事ができました。
紅葉狩り目的でハイシーズンにトロッコ列車を含めた観光でしたが、事前に予約することで待つことなく乗船できました。

The three boatmen were fun!
The scenery was also amazing with the autumn leaves in various places.
I was happy to recommend it to my friends, and they enjoyed it!

3人の船頭さんが楽しかった〜
所々、紅葉していて景色も最高。
友達に勧めて、喜んで貰えて嬉しかった！！

I came from snowy Hokkaido to Okinawa.
I was impressed by the colorful fish in Okinawa, even though the fish in Hokkaido are monochrome!
My grandchildren, aged 4, 5, and 7, were glued to the window!
They found their favorite fish and cheered loudly!

Thank you for the wonderful memories.

雪ふる北海道から沖縄へきました。
北海道の魚は、モノトーンなのに沖縄の魚のカラフルな色に感動‼️
4才、5才、7才の孫たちが、窓にくぎ付け❗
好きな魚を見つけて、大歓声‼️

楽しい思い出をありがとうございました。

It seems that the amount of water was low, so the intensity was moderate. However, we were able to stay on the boat longer, and thanks to the boatman's skillful storytelling, we had a very enjoyable time. The autumn leaves were beautiful enough, although it seems that they need the perfect combination of rain, heat, and coolness to achieve a perfect score.

水の量が少ないらしく、激しさはほどほどでした。その分長く乗っていられ、船頭さんの巧みな話術で、とても楽しい時間を過ごせたので良かったです。紅葉は、雨、暑さ、冷えの三拍子が、完璧でないと、100点にならないようですが、十分綺麗でした。

My 89-year-old father and 84-year-old mother were also able to enjoy it without any difficulty, making it a great way to show my appreciation for them. Thank you to the boatman for the safe navigation.

89歳の父と84歳の母も難なく、楽しむことができ、良い親孝行となりました。船頭さん、安全運航ありがとうございます。

Since it was a destination I wasn't familiar with, I was relieved to be able to purchase tickets in advance. Everything went smoothly on the day of the trip as well. I spent an hour and a half just enjoying the view of the islands from the deck!

土地勘のない旅先だったので、先にチケットを購入できて安心でした。当日もスムーズでした。1時間半、ずっとデッキで島々を眺めていました！

It was 98% inbound tourists, which made me feel like I was on an overseas trip. The boatman's somewhat clumsy yet charming English explanations made me laugh. I recommend bringing a cap for sun protection. The weather was clear on the day, but the water level was low, which affected the intensity of the experience; however, this is a natural phenomenon, so it can't be helped.

98％インバウンドの方々でした　海外旅行に来た気分になりました～　船頭さんの下手ながら味のある英語解説が笑いました。日焼け防止のキャップなどは持参がお勧めです　当日は晴天続きで水量が不足していて迫力には欠けましたがこれは自然現象なので仕方がありません

More fun than Splash Mountain 🦆. The three boatmen joyfully and rhythmically paddled the boat while talking about the animals and scenery of the Hozu River, including turtles and ducks. It was the best. The three boatmen study various things and also train their bodies for our safe boat journey. I highly recommend it.

スプラッシュマウンテンより楽しい🦆。三人の船頭さんは、川岸の🐢、🦆、をはじめ、保津川の動物たちや景色等を楽しく、テンポよく、お船を漕ぎながら、話してしださいました。最高でした。三人の船頭さんは色々な事を勉強し、私達の安全な船旅のため、体も鍛えています。超お勧めします。

I boarded the ship for the first time in over 30 years since my high school field trip. It was a wonderful experience to go during the time when the autumn leaves start to change color as an adult. It was fun to see the boatman skillfully steer the boat close to the rocks while rowing.

高校生の修学旅行以来の30年以上ぶりに乗船。大人になって紅葉が色づき始めた時期に行くのはとても良い体験。船頭さんが手漕ぎで上手に舵を切って岩ギリギリを下るなど楽しかった。

We visited Kyoto for our honeymoon. I was impressed by the sight of people moving the boat with their own strength. Additionally, the river descent, which took over an hour, was thrilling due to the water level, providing us with an exciting experience.

新婚旅行として、京都にお邪魔しました。
人の力で船を動かす姿がすごいなと思いました。
また、1時間以上かけての川下りは水位もあり、スリリングな体験をさせていただきました。

I used a twin room by myself!! If I can enjoy a comfortable time at that price, it's the best. Towards the end of my trip, I wanted to sleep slowly without worrying about others watching, so I chose a private room. Having a mattress is also helpful, as I don't have to sleep flat on a hard surface. The air conditioning doesn't run much, but having the TV and space without being disturbed by anyone was truly comfortable!!

ひとりでツインを使いました！！
あの値段で快適な時間を手に入れられるのなら最高です
旅の終盤で、周りの目を気にせずゆっくり寝たいと思い、個室にしました
マットレスがあるので、硬い所にべたーっと寝なくて済むのも助かります
エアコンもあまりつかないけれどテレビも空間も誰にも邪魔されないのは本当に快適でした！！

For our first couple's trip, we chose Kyoto. We imagined it would be about food tours and shrines, but my husband suggested, "How about river rafting?" I thought, "River rafting, huh? I can't really imagine that," but I made a reservation thinking it would be a memorable experience. To sum it up, it was amazing! I want to do it again! That said, maybe we just had a great boat. We were in a group of three, and they rowed and steered the boat for us. Their skills were impressive, and for about two hours, they entertained us with wonderful stories and also shared the history of Kyoto. Next time we visit, I definitely want to ride again. Thank you for the wonderful memories!

初めての夫婦旅行で、京都を選択しました。
イメージとしては食べ歩き、神社、、、
とイメージだったのですが旦那がふと
川下りはどう？と提案してくれ、
川下りかぁ、、想像出来ないなぁと思いながら記念になるかーと予約。
結論から言って最高でした。。
もう一度乗りたいくらい！！！！
とはいっても私達の船が当たりだったのかもしれません。
３人1組で船を漕いで運転してくれます。
技術も素晴らしいですし、何より約この２時間。素晴らしいトークで笑かしてくれて、それに加え京都の歴史なども教えてくれます。
次も訪れた時には必ずまた搭乗したいと思います。
素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。

① Date of the hike: Saturday, October 12, 2024
② Weather: Clear skies, temperature 23–26°C
③ Impressions: Departed from Hakata Port on a fully booked Taiko Ferry late the night before and arrived at Fukue Island Port after about 8.5 hours. Heading slightly west from the port for 20 km, we reached Arakawa Onsen, then proceeded to the trailhead of Nanatsutake Shrine, where we parked the car. This trailhead branches into two directions towards Nanatsutake and Chichigadake, connecting to their respective hiking paths. Today, we are challenging Chichigadake, which does not have a route map on YAMAP or the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan. We progressed along the stream, eventually taking the right fork, crossing a chain barrier, and continuing on the hiking trail. There were many signs of landslides from the mountain side, so we proceeded carefully to avoid slipping. The area was lush with ferns, and we even encountered a larger mamushi snake. Continuing left of the sediment control dam, we crossed a dry streambed and arrived at the charcoal kiln ruins. The route back down is unclear, so let's make sure to remember this landscape well. Eventually, we will merge with the ridge route connecting Nanatsutake and Chichigadake, so it’s important to memorize the two pink tape markers at this junction. From there, a steep ascent with auxiliary ropes continues to the summit. The summit offered a breathtaking 360-degree view. To the east, we could see Nanatsutake, and to the south and west, the East China Sea, the emerald-toned Tonpaku Beach, and various islands, with Saga Island spreading to the north. After descending via the same route, we drove to Onidake and enjoyed a leisurely walk through the gentle grasslands. Thank you to everyone who participated; great job!

①山行日　2024年10月12日(土曜日)
②天候　快晴、気温23～26℃
③感想　前日深夜、満員乗船の太古フェリーで博多港を出発して約8.5時間で福江島港に到着。港からやや西部へ２０Kmのところに向かうと荒川温泉、そこから七嶽神社の登山口へ向かい、ここに車を置きます。この登山口は七ツ岳と父ケ岳の2方向に分岐してそれぞれの登山道へと繋がります。今日はYAMAPと国土地理院図にルート図がない父ケ岳へ挑戦です。沢沿いに進み、やがて分岐を右へ、鎖の通行止めを越えて登山道を進みます。山側からの崩落が多くのところに見られ、足元を注意して滑落しないように進みます。シダが多く茂っていて地主の大きめのマムシさんにもお会いしました。砂防堤を左にしながら進み、やがて涸れ沢を渡り、炭窯跡に着きます。下山時はこのルートが不明瞭ですからこの風景をちゃんと記憶しておきましょう。やがて七ツ岳～父ケ岳縦走尾根ルートと合流しますので、下山時はこのルートが不明瞭ですから、この合流・分岐のピンクのテープ2か所をよく記憶しておきましょう。そこから山頂までは補助ロープの急登が続きます。山頂は360度の眺望絶景がまってくれていました。東方面は七ツ岳、南方面から西方面に東シナ海、エメラルド色の頓泊ビーチや島々が、北方面に嵯峨島が広がります。同ルートを下山後に車で鬼岳へ移動し、なだらかな草原散歩を楽しみました。参加の皆様、お疲れ山ー。

It was a tour that took the best parts of Shodoshima in a short amount of time. We were able to go around at a fairly relaxed pace, and it was a tour that was kind to older participants, which was a relief. The explanations from the local veteran guide were very easy to understand and educational. Just like when I was in Miyako Island, the guide was truly a professional, and I thought they were wonderful. Next time, I want to participate in VERTRA in Italy.

短時間の中で、小豆島のイイとこ取り　と言ったツアーでした。結構、ゆっくり周れて、年配者に優しいツアーで助かりました。
地元のベテランガイドさんの説明がとても分かり安くて、勉強になりました。
宮古島の時もそうでしたが、ガイドさんがまさにプロという名に相応しく、素晴らしかったと思います。　次回はイタリアでVERTRAに参加したいです。

I had the opportunity to experience the Hozu River boat ride again after a long time. This time, I participated with my wife and our two children. A week before our experience, due to the slow-moving typhoon, the dam released water, resulting in lower water levels and a gentler current than usual on the day of our ride. Despite that, the children were extremely excited. Since it was still quite hot with lingering summer heat, the sun was intense, and towards the end, our younger child got a bit tired from the heat. However, they expressed a desire to ride again, so I would like to experience it once more during the autumn foliage season.

久しぶりに保津川下りを体験させて頂きました。
今回は妻と子供２人との参加でした。
体験１週間前にノロノロ台風の影響でダムの水を放流してしまい、当日は水位がいつもより低く、水流もそんなに激しくもなく穏やかな乗船となりました。
子供たちはそれでも大興奮でした。
まだまだ残暑残る中での乗船だったので、日差しがきつく最後のほうは下の子供が少し暑さでバテテしまいましたが、また乗船したいと言っているので、今度は紅葉の時期に再度体験させて頂きたいと思います。

The water was murky, so it wasn't very clear. I suppose there's nothing we can do about the weather.

海の中も濁っていて、あまりきれいに見れませんでした。天候はどうしようもないので仕方がないとは思います。

You need to exchange your voucher for a ticket at the ticket counter. There were several windows at the ticket counter, but only one had staff, and I was able to exchange my voucher there. I boarded with a small baby in a stroller, and there were few steps, making it easy to get on and off. Inside the boat, there was a spacious area where I could place the stroller, which was great.

チケットはチケット売場でバウチャーと交換する必要があります。チケット売場のなかにいくつか窓口があったのですが一つしか人がおらずそこでチケットと交換できました。ベビーカーに乗っている小さな赤ちゃんと一緒に乗船したのですが、段差も少なく乗り降りも負担でなかったです。船の中もベビーカーもおける広目のスペースがあり良かったです。

We took a boat from Motobu Genki Village to a spot with coral, and the coral was very beautiful. We were able to see various fish and sea turtles, and my 3-year-old son was extremely excited.

もとぶ元気村から船でサンゴがあるスポットまで行きましたが、サンゴがとても綺麗で色々な魚やウミガメを見ることができ、３歳の息子は大興奮でした。

Currently, the river has little water, so it wasn't an exhilarating river descent, but the boatman's storytelling was great. I've heard that in October, the scenery will be wonderful with the autumn leaves.

今は川の水が少なく、迫力ある川下りではなかったが、船頭さんのしゃべりがよかった。10月になれば紅葉で素晴らしい景色になるそうです。

The slow ferry is nice, but I wanted to arrive at the island quickly, so I chose the high-speed boat. It took only 35 minutes! It was fast and comfortable.

One thing I thought was that while it was great to get a 10% discount for booking in advance, it was disappointing that I had to print the voucher. I would be happy if they could somehow make it digital so I wouldn't have to search for a convenience store to make a copy while traveling.

ゆっくりフェリーもいいですが、早く島に着きたかったので、高速艇にしました。
島まで35分！速くて快適でした。

一つ思ったのが、こちらで前日まで申し込みすると10%offは嬉しかったのですが、バウチャーを印刷しないといけなかったのが残念でした。
旅先でコンビニ探してコピーしなくい済むようになんとか電子化できたら嬉しいです。

I used the ferry from Ojika Port to Hakata Port. Previously, when I used it in winter, the waves were high and it was quite rocky, but this time in July, we were blessed with good weather and it was comfortable. I plan to use it again. Inside the ship, blankets were available for a fee, so if you're sensitive to the cold and want to save money, it's better to bring something to wear.

小値賀港から博多港まで利用しました。以前、冬に利用した時は波も高くけっこう揺れましたが、今回は７月で好天にも恵まれ快適でした。また利用しようと思います。船内、毛布は有料でしたので、寒がりで節約したい人は、羽織る物を持参した方がいいでしょう。

I had a great time!
The scenery of the river, mountains, and trolley was beautiful!
At the end, there were festival-like foods from a food boat. ✨

とても楽しかったです！
川と山とトロッコの景色が綺麗でした！
最後には屋台船でお祭りのような食べ物がありました✨

The parking lot was well-equipped, allowing us to enjoy our sightseeing in Kyoto with peace of mind. The boatman's stories were very interesting, and the time spent enjoying the breathtaking views was truly invaluable. I look forward to experiencing the scenery that shows different expressions with each season again.

駐車場完備で安心して京都観光できました。
船頭さんのお話がとっても興味深く、絶景を楽しみながらの時間は何にも変え難いものでした。
季節ごとに違った表情を見せてくれる景色をまた堪能したあです。、

I rode the Hozu River boat for the first time, and it was thrilling and fun. The scenery along the Hozu River is beautiful, so it was very refreshing.

保津川下りに初めて乗りましたが、スリルがあり、楽しかったです。保津川は景色も綺麗なので、とても癒やされました。

The journey from Kameoka to Arashiyama took just under two hours, and I was able to enjoy it very leisurely. On the day I participated, the water level and flow were low, and I was impressed by the boatmen who kept us entertained while paddling under the blazing sun. There were many foreign tourists, and there were explanations in English, but I found myself laughing at the dad jokes that foreigners probably wouldn't understand. I learned that in the past, agricultural products and rice were transported to the capital in this way, and I can only imagine the hard work that went into it. It was deeply moving to think that I was part of this ongoing tradition while riding on that boat. Thank you very much.

亀岡から嵐山まで2時間弱の旅、とてもゆっくり過ごせました。参加した日は水量や流れが少なく、炎天下で漕ぎ続けて盛り上げてくれた船頭さん達には脱帽です。外国人旅行客が多く英語を交えた案内もありましたが、外国人にはわからないであろうおやじギャグにツボりました。昔はこのように農産物やお米が都へ運ばれたとのこと、大変なご苦労だったと思います。今も続く伝統と、その船に乗っているんだなと思うと感慨深いものがありました。ありがとうございました。

I was thinking of an activity to do with my 2-year-old daughter, and I made a reservation here! It was just the right amount of time for my easily bored daughter, and she had a great time. The sea view from the boat was beautiful, and I highly recommend it!

2歳の娘を連れてなにかアクティビティができないかなと思っていたところこちらを予約しました！
飽き性な娘にはちょうどいい時間で楽しめました。
船から見える海も綺麗でおすすめです！