All Reviews for Japan Autumn Tours 2025

I had my first experience of rafting down the Hozu River. The boatman’s teamwork and storytelling made it a fun experience. I visited during the dazzling season of fresh greenery. The colors of the green and water were wonderful and it was the best. We stopped by a shop along the way and bought some Mitarashi dango, which we enjoyed eating in a spot where the current slowed down.

The boatman also mentioned that the autumn foliage season is even more beautiful, so I was told to consider coming back if I have the chance.

I would love to visit again during the autumn foliage season.

初めての保津川の川下り体験してきました。船頭さんの連携とトークで楽しい体験させて頂きました。新緑の眩しい季節に訪問しました。緑と水の色が素晴らしくて最高でした。途中の売店がきましてみたらし団子買って流れが緩くなるところで食べました。

船頭さんからも紅葉の時期はもっと綺麗らしいので機会あればって言われてました。

秋の紅葉時期にもまた訪問してみたいです。

Driving the distance ourselves (from Jigokudani to Chikyu Misaki to Lake Toya to Lake Shikotsu) by renting a car would have been quite challenging, but simply riding the bus took us to one breathtaking spot after another, making it physically very easy. Although it was a long 10-hour trip, the time spent at each location was just right, allowing us to enjoy without getting bored.

Along the way, the guide shared interesting stories about Hokkaido's history, highlights of each spot, and recommended souvenirs, which enriched our knowledge in ways that individual travel wouldn't have. The bus seats were comfortable, and we could relax during the journey, so after returning, we were still energetic enough to enjoy dinner in Sapporo city that night.

​自分たちでレンタカーを借りてこの距離(地獄谷〜地球岬〜洞爺湖〜支笏湖)を運転するのはかなり大変ですが、バスに乗っているだけで次々と絶景スポットに連れて行ってくれるので、体力的にとても楽でした。10時間という長丁場ですが、各スポットの滞在時間も適切で、飽きることなく楽しめました。
道中、ガイドさんが北海道の歴史や各スポットの見どころ、おすすめのお土産などを楽しくお話ししてくださり、個人旅行では得られない知識が増えました。バスの座席も快適で、移動中はゆっくり休めるので、帰着後の夜も札幌市内で元気に夕食を楽しむことができました。

The view from the ropeway and the slight swaying was a bit thrilling and enjoyable. The scenery at the observation deck, which we reached after transferring between two ropeways, was magnificent and amazing. However, it is quite affected by the weather, and by the time we were heading back, fog had set in, making visibility poor.

ロープウェイの景色と揺れが少しスリリングで楽しく、
2つ乗り継いでたどり着いた展望台の景色は雄大で最高でした。
但し天気にはかなり左右されるので帰るころに霧が発生して視界が悪かったです。

I was glad that I could efficiently visit various tourist spots. The guide's explanations were easy to understand, so I was able to enjoy sightseeing.

色々な観光地を効率的に回る事ができて良かったです。
ガイドさんの説明も分かりやすかったので、楽しく観光する事ができました。

You can visit many tourist spots in one day. Looking back, the selection of places to visit was appropriate. It's a busy tour, but I think the cost performance is particularly excellent. I am satisfied.

There were spots I wanted to explore more thoroughly, but that's unavoidable given the number of places we visited.

Also, I was pleased with the friendly assistance and appropriate guidance from our tour conductor, Mr. Yanagyu. Thank you for your hard work! ♪

一日で多くの観光スポットを回われます。後で振り返ると、訪問先の選定も適切でした。忙しいツアーですが、コストパフォーマンスは特に優れていると思います。満足しています。
じっくり見たいスポットもありましたが、これは訪問個所数との兼ね合いで、致し方ないです。
そして、添乗員の柳生さんのフレンドリーな対応と適切な案内も嬉しかったかったです。お疲れ様でした♪

I think it would have been perfect if the weather had been nice. The tour guide and the driver were also very kind, and I had a great time. Thank you very much.

天気が良ければ最高だったとおもいます。
添乗員さん、ドライバーさんもとても親切で楽しめました。ありがとうございました。

Although there were only a few Japanese participants, we were arranged to be close together, which made it easy to participate comfortably. Our tour guide, Mr. Yanagyu, was friendly and skillfully switched between Japanese and Chinese while providing a thorough guide. His attention to detail, such as recommending places for photos and food, was impressive. The driver was also pleasant and drove safely, allowing us to feel secure throughout the trip. We were able to efficiently visit the sightseeing spots, and I believe this tour is highly recommended for those visiting Hokkaido for the first time.

日本人の参加者は少数ではありましたが、近くにまとまるよう配慮されており、安心して参加できました。添乗員の柳生さんは気さくで、日本語と中国語を使い分けながら丁寧にガイドしてくださり、写真撮影や食べ物のおすすめなど細やかな気配りが印象的でした。運転手さんも感じが良く、安全運転で終始安心して過ごせました。観光地も効率よく回ることができ、初めて北海道を訪れる方にもおすすめできるツアーだと思います。

In April, before the Golden Week, Hokkaido is in the maintenance period after winter, so many facilities were closed. I decided to join a bus tour. It was my first time visiting places like Lake Shikotsu, Lake Toya, and Cape Earth, and the tour guide provided detailed advice and explanations, making the experience enjoyable! The A course included a stroll through the Toya Onsen town, and the B course featured a ropeway. I was informed that depending on the situation, lunch time could be tight, so if you don't have any specific preferences, it would be a good idea to prepare sandwiches or bento in advance to enjoy a leisurely lunch. I chose the B course and took the ropeway (which had an additional fee), and the weather was nice and pleasant. At the top of the mountain, there were chairs and sofas, as well as a space to eat and drink, allowing for a relaxed picnic atmosphere. Additionally, there was a small discount at the Silo Observation Deck, so I was able to purchase souvenirs at a better price. Thank you for a wonderful day from early morning until evening!

GWに入る前の4月の北海道は、冬明けのメンテナンスの時期にあたるとのことで、いろいろな施設などがお休みだったりしたので、バスツアーに参加してみました。
支笏湖や洞爺湖、地球岬など初めて行ったのですが、添乗員さんがきめ細やかなアドバイスや解説をしてくださり、楽しく過ごせました！Aコースの洞爺湖温泉街散策もBコースのロープウェイも、場合によってはお昼時間がギリギリになるとのことだったので、特にこだわりがなければ、事前にサンドイッチやお弁当などを準備して持っていけば、ランチもゆっくりできると思います。今回、Bコースを選びロープウェイ（別料金）に乗りましたが、お天気も良く気持ちよかったです。見晴らしのいい山の上に椅子やソファなどもあり、飲食できるスペースもあるので、ピクニック気分でのんびりできました。また、サイロ展望台で少し割引があって、お土産などもちょっとお得に購入できました。朝早くから夕方までありがとうございました。

I was able to see the stunning views of Cape Earth, Lake Toya, and Lake Shikotsu. The weather was great, and the tour guide provided service that exceeded expectations, which was very impressive. They recommended souvenirs and food at each sightseeing spot, as well as suggestions for Sapporo city and the airport. I would like to participate in another bus tour via a different route.

地球岬・洞爺湖・支笏湖の絶景を見る事ができました。天気も良く添乗員さんがガイドさん以上の対応で非常に良かったです。
各観光地でのお土産・食べ物などお薦めを教えてくれたり、札幌市内のお薦め・空港のお薦めまで教えて頂きました。
また別ルートのバスツアーに参加したいと思います。

The three boatmen took turns entertaining us in a fun and amusing way. The fresh greenery was beautiful, but I want to go during the autumn foliage season next time.

船頭さん3人が交代しながら面白おかしく楽しませてくれました。新緑も綺麗でしたが、次は紅葉シーズンに行きたいです。

As expected from the tourist city of Sapporo, even though day trip sightseeing buses are being discontinued in various places due to a shortage of drivers, I was impressed by the variety of courses available. It was efficient to visit various locations that are difficult to access with the limited JR services. Even on weekdays, the buses were full, with about 80% of the passengers being foreigners. There is a guide, but since they are busy with Japanese, English, and Chinese, it's difficult to provide sufficient information. I recommend checking sightseeing information on your mobile phone.

流石 観光都市札幌
今 運転手不足で各地の
日帰り観光バスが廃止されているのに
選べるほど コースがあるのに関心。
本数のないJRでは回り難い各地に
効率良く回れました。
平日でも 満席。8割は外国人でした。
ガイドさんはいますが
日本語 英語 中国語と忙しく
充分な案内は無理なので
携帯で 観光案内チェックを
お勧め。

Among the various bus tours available, this one matched my needs perfectly. Since I understand English, I thought it would be fine to participate in this tour. There were six Japanese participants, including myself. I joined alone, but there were also foreign participants who came alone.

The guide was considerate and communicated necessary information in Japanese as well (though they humbly mentioned their Japanese wasn't very good, it was actually fine).

The bus was spacious, equipped with Wi-Fi and charging ports. The stops at service areas along the way were appropriate.

The guide not only announced recommended lunch options but also provided explanations from the perspective of Japanese religious views for the foreign participants. I felt a sense of respect in that. Even if you don't understand English, you can still join, but the English guidance is definitely worth listening to.

色々あるバスツアーの中で自分のニーズにマッチしていたのがこちらでした。
私は英語はわかるので、こちらの参加でも大丈夫かと思い参加しました。
日本人参加者は私を含めて6人でした。私は1人で参加でしたが、外国の方も1人で参加の方もいらっしゃいました。

ガイドさんは気を遣ってくれて日本語でも必要なことは伝えてくれました（本人は上手ではない日本語でと恐縮されていましたが、そんなことはなかったです）。

バスは広く、wi-fiや充電も完備でした。
途中のサービスエリアでの停車も適切でした。

ガイドさんは、おすすめのランチのアナウンスだけではなく、外国人に対して、日本人の宗教観に立った説明をされていました。リスペクトを感じました。
英語がわからなくても参加できますが、英語でのガイドも拝聴の価値ありです。

The tour guide's explanations were really great. They provided accurate advice for each location, which made the experience enjoyable.

添乗員さんの説明がすごく良かったです
場所ごとにと的確なアドバイスをしてくれるので楽しく過ごせました。

It was almost a full-day tour, but I really enjoyed it. The food was delicious, and I was able to buy souvenirs at the Mushroom Kingdom, and the mushroom soup was also tasty. If you're looking for a tour to fully enjoy nature, this is definitely the one! 😊

ほぼ丸一日のツアーでしたが、とても満喫できました。食事も美味しく、きのこ王国ではお土産も買うことができ、きのこ汁も美味しかった☺️自然を満喫したいツアーなら間違いないです。

As a one-day tour, it seems to be quite cost-effective and is likely the most popular. I was lucky to be able to buy souvenirs with an 8% discount coupon.

1日ツアーとしてはかなりコスパが良く1番人気と思われます　8%割引券でおみやげを買い揃えることができluckyでした

Thank you, Mr. Yagyu, for all your thoughtful care and attention during the tour. It was a fun trip, and I don't think I could have visited so many places on my own. The 8% discount on souvenirs at the sightseeing spots and the silo observation deck was greatly appreciated. ☆ five stars. The only downside was the small 20-passenger jumping vehicle, but aside from that, it was a perfect score!

添乗の柳生さん　いろいろ心遣いなどなどありがとうございました。
楽しい旅行になりました。個人ではあれほどたくさん回れなかったと思います。
見学地やサイロ展望台おみやげ8％引きはありがたいことです。☆５つです。
小型の20人乗りジャンプする車が残念でしたが。それを除けば100点満点とれました。

About half of the participants were foreigners, but the female tour guide (who was Chinese) provided bilingual guidance that satisfied both Japanese and foreign guests, which was very good.

外国の方が半分くらいいらっしゃいましたが、添乗員の女性（中国の方）がバイリンガルで日本人、外国人が満足するような案内をしていただきとてもよかったです。

It was a tour that fulfilled my desire to do a lot of sightseeing, even though I was traveling alone. It was a full tour, and I sat next to the tour guide, Mr. Yagyu, who was very kind and made it enjoyable.

ひとり旅だけど、たくさん観光したい希望を叶えてくれたツアーでした
満席ツアーで添乗員さんの隣でしたが、柳生さんがとても親切で楽しかったです

I'm glad I was able to see tourist spots like Lake Toya, Lake Shikotsu, and Cape Earth all in one day. I think having a guide's explanation makes it cheaper than renting a car.

洞爺湖、支笏湖に地球岬など観光地を1日で見られて良かったです。ガイドさんの説明があってレンタカーより格安だと思います。

The view of Jigokudani was refreshing. If I had a little more time, I would have liked to go deeper into Jigokudani. Also, I was a bit disappointed that I had limited time for the Shikotsuko Ice Festival in winter.

地獄谷の景色は爽快でした。もう少し、時間があれば、地獄谷の奥まで、行ってみたかったです。また、冬の支笏湖氷濤まつりも、時間が少なく、ちょっと、残念でした

Since we visited various scenic spots, spending about 40 minutes at each, it was great to be able to see many places even on a day trip. More than half of the participants were foreigners, but it was quiet, and the schedule was well-kept, making it enjoyable. The tour guide provided explanations in two languages, which made it easy to understand. Our guide, Mr. Yanagyu, was friendly and a nice person.

景勝地を各所だいたい滞在時間40分程度で回るので、日帰りでもたくさんの場所に回れて良いです。
参加者の半分以上が外国人でしたが、静かで、時間も守られていて楽しめました。
添乗員さんが、2カ国語で説明をしてくれていて、聞き取りもスムーズでした。
今回、担当いただいた柳生さんは気さくで良い人でした。

It was exactly what I was expecting. The bootsman was perfect

I greatly appreciated your support in three languages. Thank you very much.
I understand it may be difficult, but I would like to request a bit more time at each sightseeing spot.

3カ国語のご対応いただき、大変助かりました。ありがとうございました。
難しいと思いますが、各観光地の滞在時間をもう少し延ばしていただきたいです。

I participated in a day trip tour of Kyoto's cultural heritage sites, including Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Sanjusangendo, and Kiyomizu-dera. I joined the English tour for my Canadian husband. It was a small group with two Japanese families, two Chinese families, and just us, which made for a cohesive experience.

The bus had comfortable seating, and even though it was a holiday and we expected it to be crowded, the driving was safe and there were no issues at all.

The tour guide started with a Chinese explanation, then guided us in English, and finished with a Japanese explanation, which was excellent. They were friendly, approachable, and I was impressed. They made an effort to engage with everyone in turn, which created a very pleasant atmosphere.

The shabu-shabu lunch was a bit disappointing; it felt more like a meal for foreigners who have never tried Japanese food. Since all the bus tour guests started eating at the same time, we had to wait for small plates to arrive, and the rice came only after the pot was bubbling, which was a bit unfortunate. But I guess that's how it goes with tours.

However, since the tour guide was so good, overall, I think it was a great value for the price, allowing us to efficiently visit the temples.

京都の文化財巡り　金閣寺、嵐山、三十三間堂、清水寺　日帰りツアーに参加しました。カナダ人の夫の為に英語ツアーに参加。日本人家族が２組、中国人の家族２組、私達夫婦だけの小規模な人数だったのもまとまりがよく良かったかと思います。

バスもゆったりとした席で連休だった為に混雑は予想を超えるものであったにもかかわらず、運転も安心できるもので全く問題はありませんでした。

ツアーガイドさんは最初中国語でガイド始めたのち、英語で私達のガイド、日本語で最後説明と素晴らしい出来でした。感じよく、親しみやすく、感心しました。順番に偏りが無いよう常に皆とお話ししていてとても感じがよかったです。

ランチのしゃぶしゃぶは、ちょっと期待外れでこれは日本食を食べたことのない外人の為のランチでした。他のバスツアーの客と一斉に食事が始まったため、大人数で小皿は来ないわ、ごはんは鍋がぐつぐつ煮えてから来るわ、ちょっと残念でしたが、ツアーならこんなもんなのか、という感じでした。

でもツアーガイドさんがとてもよかったので、総合的に見てこの値段で効率的にお寺を回れてとても良いと思います。

We used it as a family of three. Since there were three of us, I thought 5,000 yen per person was a bit expensive, but we were able to stretch our legs and relax! The boatman's explanations were great, and we enjoyed a leisurely and elegant time. Personally, I liked it more than the trolley train ❤️.

家族３人で利用しました。
３人なので、1人五千円はちょっと高いかと思いましたが、足を伸ばしてゆっくり過ごせました！
船頭さんの説明も良くて、優雅な時間をのんびりすごせました。
個人的にはトロッコ列車より好き❤️

The weather was unfortunately bad, but it was a very fulfilling tour. Our guide, Shu, was very knowledgeable and provided detailed and careful guidance. We followed his recommendations at each destination, which led to a wonderful experience. The driver was also kind and drove safely. Thank you very much. I highly recommend it!

あいにくの天気でしたが、とても充実したツアーでした。ガイドのシュウさんはとても物知りで詳しく丁寧にガイドしてくださり、行く先々でオススメ通りに行動して、とても素晴らしい体験ができました。運転手さんも親切で安全運転でした。ありがとうございました。オススメです！

It was a tour with wonderful scenery. The guide was kind and provided a detailed explanation. There were many foreign walkers, so the guide offered explanations in two languages. The guide provided a fluent narration.

素晴らしい景色のツアーです。ガイドさんほ親切丁寧に案内して下さいました。外国人の散歩者も多いのでガイドか２カ国語の説明があります。
ガイドさんは流暢に案内してくれます

This time, we used a yakatabune (a traditional Japanese houseboat) with my family, and it was truly a wonderful experience. We were able to see the boatman skillfully maneuvering the boat up close, which excited the kids greatly. The view of Arashiyama from the water was exceptional, and we had a very luxurious time. It was also nice that we could bring our own drinks, allowing us to relax and enjoy at our leisure. The staff were friendly, and I can wholeheartedly recommend this activity.

今回、家族で屋形船を利用しましたが、本当に素晴らしい体験でした。船頭さんが巧みに舟を操る姿を間近で見ることができ、子供たちも大興奮でした。水面から眺める嵐山の景色は格別で、とても贅沢な時間を過ごせました。持ち込みが可能なので、好きな飲み物を片手にゆったりと楽しめたのも良かったです。スタッフの方々も親切で、心からおすすめできるアクティビティです。

It was a fantastic one-day tour! Our guide Anna is very friendly and she took great care of the participants of the tour. It was very informative and very well organized. Thank you, Anna, you did a great job!

It was a fantastic one day tour!
Our guide Anna is very friendly and she took great care of the participants of the tour.
It was very informative and very well organized.
Thank you, Anna, you did a great job!

It was during a time when heavy snow was falling, so I was worried about going by my car and decided to join a tour. Most of the participants were from overseas.

The guide provided information in both Japanese and English, which helped us understand the key points to see and the best photo spots, allowing us to tour efficiently. The bus stop for Shirakawa-go at the station had a long line, so it was great to have made a reservation in advance and be able to board right away. The tour that allowed us to visit two locations was excellent. Additionally, since we stayed on the same bus, we could leave our luggage on the bus and enjoy sightseeing without being weighed down, which I thought was another advantage of the tour.

I had always wanted to see Shirakawa-go in the snow at least once in my life, and I was very satisfied.

大雪が降った時期だったので、マイカーで行くのが心配でツアーに参加しました。
参加者は海外の方がほとんどでした。

ガイドさんは日本語と英語、両方で案内してくださり、見るべきポイントや写真スポットなどが分かり効率的に周ることができました。
駅の白川郷行きのバス停は長く列ができていたので、事前に予約してすぐに乗れ、二箇所まわれるツアーは良かったです。
また、同じバスに乗り続けるのでバスに荷物を置いて身軽に観光できるのもツアーのメリットだと思いました。

人生一度は雪の中の白川郷を見てみたかったので、大満足でした。