All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

Since our accommodation was right next to JR Nara Station, we could easily get to the meeting point (bus stop). It was my first time in Nishi no Kyo, and I thought it would be a bit challenging to visit all the sites using public transportation, so I decided to join the tour, and it was definitely the right choice. If you have some sense of geography in Nara from previous visits, it might be different, but if not, I highly recommend this tour.

宿泊先がJR奈良駅のすぐそばでしたので、集合場所（バス停）にもすぐ簡単に行けました。西ノ京は初めてでしたので、公共交通機関を使用して全行程を訪れるのは少々ハードルが高いと思い当該ツアーに参加しましたが、大正解でした。もし初回でなくある程度奈良に地理感覚があれば、別ですが、そうでない場合は、非常に勧めです。

The veteran guide created a very pleasant atmosphere. Horyu-ji has impressive exhibits, but if you spend too much time at the beginning, you'll rush through the second half. Be careful. The monk's talk at Yakushi-ji was interesting, but if you listen closely, you won't have enough time for the visit. Be careful.

ベテランガイドさんでとても良い雰囲気でした。
法隆寺は展示物が見応えありですが、最初から時間をかけすぎと、後半駆け足になります。ご用心あれ。
薬師寺のお坊さんの話しは面白かったですが、じっくり聞くと拝観時間が足りなくなります。ご用心あれ。

The driver was great!
The guide was great!
The tour content was fulfilling and satisfying, everything was great!
It was a fun time learning about Japanese culture.

運転手さんよし！
ガイドさんよし！
ツアー内容の充実度、満足度、全部よし！
日本文化を学べる楽しい時間でした。

The person who was in charge was very nice, with a gentle demeanor and safe driving. The explanations were enjoyable, and we were able to spend valuable time and have experiences that we wouldn't have been able to enjoy just by looking around on our own. I'm really glad we did this! ♪

担当してくださった方が、とても良い方で
物腰も優しく、運転も安全で、それぞれの説明も楽しく、ただ自分たちで見てまわるのでは味わえない、貴重な時間と経験を過ごすことができ本当に良かったです♪

I understand that due to the schedule constraints, it couldn't be helped, but I wish the tour of the two world-renowned temples, which have many national treasures, had a more historical focus to reflect on their significance. It was quite rushed, but the guide's explanations were very clear and helpful.

旅程(時間)の関係で仕方なかったとは思いますが、世界的に名高い二つのお寺を巡るツアー、国宝など多数あるので歴史に思いを馳せるような内容であってほしかった。
かなり駆け足でしたがガイドさんの説明はとてもわかりやすくて良かったです。

It had been decades since my last visit to Nara. I was a bit anxious about the sightseeing bus that would take a whole day, but I was glad that we could smoothly visit all the places I wanted to see, starting with Horyu-ji Temple. I was worried about walking, but the guide's explanations were excellent, and I was able to enjoy the tour. Moreover, I was impressed by the guide's clarity and memory. Considering the entrance fees and such, I think it was very reasonably priced.

数十年ぶりの奈良観光でした。
一日かけての観光バスには少し不安もあってのですが、法隆寺をはじめ行きたかった所をスムーズに回れて良かったです。
歩くのは不安があったのですが、ガイドさんの説明も良く、楽しく観て回る事ができました。
それにしても、ガイドさんの説明は分かりやすいのと、記憶力には感銘しました。
入場料など考えればとても割安と思います。

The bus ride and the temples were smooth, which was great. However, there were so many people that sometimes I couldn't hear the voices clearly, so it might be good to speak a little louder.

There was a member in our group who had difficulty walking, so I felt bad for holding everyone back. But I really appreciated how kindly everyone waited for us. I also want to thank you for choosing easy paths to walk on when we returned to the bus with the group that had a full-day course at Horyu-ji.

バスの中も　寺社でも滑らかでよかった。ただ　人が多くて　声が聞き取れないこともあったのでも少し張りあげてもいいかな。
グループで足が悪いメンバーがいたので　ついていけなくて迷惑をかけました。でも快く　待ってくださったりして　ありがたかったです。法隆寺で1日コースの人たちとバスに戻る時も歩きやすいところを選んでくださって感謝します。

Thank you very much for your help. I really appreciate you walking alongside me, explaining things clearly, and taking photos at the shooting spots. We are also talking about wanting to visit Nara again someday.

大変お世話になりました。
一緒に歩調を合わせて頂き、分かりやすく説明して頂き、撮影スポットでは写真を撮って頂き本当にありがとうございました。
又、いつか奈良に行きたいねと話しています。

Unfortunately, it was a rainy day with heavy rain at times, but the preparation of umbrellas and the thoughtful pick-up service were wonderful.

I participated in this tour the day after work, and it was perfectly fine to join alone. I was able to visit various famous spots that are difficult to reach on my own. Moreover, with Kaido-san's detailed explanations, it was a very fulfilling day.

Many historical figures from Japanese history appeared during the tour. Being there in person, seeing the sights, and hearing the stories made it feel much more real.

This was my first time on a bus tour, and I thought it was quite a good option for travel.

残念ながら、雨、途中で大雨の１日でしたが
傘の用意やお迎えの心遣い、素晴らしかったです。

仕事の翌日にこのツアーに参加しましたが、
１人参加でも大丈夫でした。
自力では行きづらい名所を色々まわれます。
しかも、カイドさんの詳しいお話付きで、
とっても充実した１日でした。

日本史に出てきた人物が、大勢登場します。
実際に現地に行って、見て、話を伺うと
リアルさが増してきます。

バスツアーは、今回初めてでしたが、
旅の１つの選択肢として、
なかなかよいなぁと思いました。

The Yoshinoyama tour on April 9th was fantastic, with the guide and driver being excellent. They were knowledgeable and had memorized the Kojiki effortlessly. We were able to have lunch in the car, and they took us to all the places we wanted to visit, including the additional Hase-dera. I was very satisfied, thank you!

The next day, I had arranged a World Heritage tour, but it turned out to be boring as we were taken to places with hardly any tourists, and the only highlight was Todai-ji.

4/9吉野山ツアーはガイド兼運転手さんが素晴らしく案内も要領も良く古事記もサラサラ暗記されてるし昼食も車内で取れ追加の長谷寺他思ってる所全部回って頂きました。大満足ありがとうございました。
翌日が世界遺産ツアーでアレンジして貰ったのですが観光客は全然居ない所に連れて行かれ良かったのは東大寺だけのつまらないツアーでした。

Until now, I had only visited Nara through bus tours from my hometown, Okayama, but participating in a local tour using the Shinkansen was really great. It was my first experience having so much time to explore. Next time, I want to come to Nara in the fall.

今まで奈良は、地元岡山からバスツアー以外は来たことが無かったのですが、
新幹線を使って現地ツアーに参加するのは、とても良かったです。
こんなに時間たっぷりで、見れたのは、初めての経験です。
次回は、秋の奈良に来たいと思っています。

Nara is convenient for those without a car. It's recommended on calm, sunny days. I was able to relax at a comfortable pace in terms of time.

奈良に来て車のない人には便利です。
穏やかな天気の日におすすめ。
時間的にも程よくのんびりできました。

Since my husband said he had never been to Horyu-ji, we participated in a half-day bus tour that took us from Kintetsu Nara Station. The bus guide's smooth explanations included many things that we could never have learned on our own during individual travel.

夫が法隆寺には行ったことがないと言うことで、近鉄奈良駅から連れて行ってもらえる半日バスツアーに参加しました。バスガイドさんの流れるような説明は、個人旅行では到底知ることできないものばかりでした。

This time, I went out to review the history of Nara. I planned to walk around the area close to the city center and request a tour for the wider area. We carefully visited essential points, making it a very enriching experience. The guide's explanations were thorough and insightful, which was very educational. However, it seemed quite challenging for them to keep talking during the car rides. Thank you very much.

今回は奈良の歴史のおさらいに出掛けました。
市内中心部に近いエリアは歩いて、広いエリアは今回のツアーにお願いする計画でした。
外せないポイントを丁寧に周っていただき、とても中身の濃いい時間になりました。
ガイドさんのお話もきっちり肝を押さえていて、勉強になりました。
それにしても、車内移動中、ずっとお話していてたいへんそうでしたけど。
ありがとうございました。

Amidst the howling cold wind, I participated in a one-day tour. The guide stood the entire time and shared stories without interruption. It would be quite difficult to explore all of this on my own, but it was very enjoyable to have the tour guide lead us. I am very satisfied. The driver also greeted us every time we got on and off, which felt very nice. Thank you very much!

冷たい風が吹き荒れるなか、1日ツアーに参加　ガイドさんはずっと立ちっぱなしで、途切れる事なくお話しをしてくれました
個人でこれだけまわるのは大変ですが、ツアーでまわってもらってとても楽でした
とても満足です
運転手さんも乗り降りするたびに挨拶してくださり、とても気持ち良かったです
ありがとうございました

I wanted to visit Hōryū-ji and Chūgu-ji, but I hesitated due to the poor access. Thanks to participating in this tour, I was able to efficiently sightsee with explanations, which was great. Since I only participated for half a day, I received advice from the guide about transportation options after the tour, allowing me to continue my sightseeing without any issues. Thank you for your assistance!

行ってはみたいけれど、アクセスが悪いため、二の足を踏んでいた法隆寺と中宮寺。このツアーに参加したおかげで、効率よく、また説明付きで観光することができて良かったです。半日のみの参加だったので、ツアー終了後の交通手段等で、ガイドさんからアドバイスも頂け、その後の観光も無理なく続けることが出来ました。
お世話になり、ありがとうございました。ををを

The meeting time isn't too early, so you can participate even if you don't stay overnight in Nara city. The itinerary is stable, the sightseeing bus company is reliable, and if you get a veteran guide, the explanations flow smoothly—it's an excellent plan all around.

This time, the plan included lunch (after Hōryū-ji and Chūgū-ji, we had kamameshi), and the itinerary was carefully calculated to ensure that we could start eating as soon as we arrived at the lunch venue, perfectly timed with the cooking of the kamameshi (the coordination along the way was impressive).

The guidance for the goshuin (temple stamps) was also perfect (don't forget your goshuin-chō!). Once we entered the temple grounds, we weren't guided at every single location; instead, we had some flexible free time for exploration, allowing us to move at our own pace according to our stamina.

Overall, it's a flawless and outstanding plan!

集合時間もそれほど早くないので、前泊が奈良市内でなくとも参加できます。
安定の行程、安心の観光バス会社、（ベテランのガイドさんに当たれば）淀みなく繰り出される説明、どれを取っても最高なプランです。
今回は昼食（法隆寺→中宮寺終了後　釜めし）付きのプランでしたが、釜めしの炊き上がる時間までキチンと計算された行程（途中の連携が素晴らしいのですね）で、昼食会場に着いたらすぐに食事を始めることができました。
御朱印のご案内も完璧です（御朱印帳をお忘れなく！）
境内に入ってからは全ての場所を付きっきりでガイドをしてもらうわけではなく、臨機応変に自由散策の時間ももらえますので、自分の体力に合わせて巡ることができます。
とにかく、非の打ち所がない最高のプランです！

Horyu-ji Temple is located away from Nara city, and since there were five of us, we used a chartered taxi. We took our time to thoroughly explore each spot, which caused us to go a bit over time, but our driver, Mr. Maruyama, was very accommodating, and we were able to visit all the places we wanted to go. Additionally, he provided detailed guidance inside each temple, which was very educational. Thank you very much!

法隆寺は奈良市内から離れており、５人だったので、貸切タクシーを利用しました。
各スポットをじっくり見たので、少々時間を超過してしまいましたが、乗務員の丸山さんには臨機応変に対応いただき、我々が行きたかったところは全て巡ることができました。
また、それぞれの寺院の中も丁寧にご案内いただき、非常に勉強になりました。
ありがとうございました！

I used this service with a friend. In the morning, they came to pick us up near the hotel. At the tourist spots, they were able to park in taxi-only parking areas, which made it close to our destinations, and it was fun with the driver's guidance. While it's enjoyable to go sightseeing on our own, having someone explain the history and geography deepened our understanding. It had been since my school trip as a child that I visited Nara, so I really enjoyed this adult version of a school trip. Additionally, they responded to our sudden requests and kept us entertained until the last minute, creating great memories. At first, I thought, "Isn't this a bit expensive?" but it was worth every penny! Thank you very much.

友人と2人で利用しました。
朝、ホテル近くまで迎えに来ていただきました。
観光地ではタクシー専用の駐車場に停めていただけるので、目的地まで近く、運転手さんのガイド付きで楽しかったです。
自分たちで観光地へ行くのも楽しいですが、歴史や地理を説明してもらうことで理解が深まりました。
子供の頃修学旅行で奈良に行った以来の訪問でしたので、大人の修学旅行を満喫しました。
また、私たちの突然のリクエストにも応えていただき、時間ギリギリまで楽しませてくださり、良い思い出となりました。
初めは「少し高いかなー？」なんて思いましたが、それだけの価値はあります！
ありがとうございました。

I once again thought that Nara is wonderful. I feel a familiarity with the Yamato language, and Mr. Takahashi feels the same way. The guide's talk was excellent.

改めて奈良素晴らしいと思いました。
大和言葉に親しみ感じ、高市さんも同じですね。ガイドさんのお話は素晴らしかったです。

I had the best photo shoot with amazing shots, and I received plenty of explanations during the tour. It was the best trip to Nara that I will always remember. There was absolutely no wasted time, and the itinerary was packed with activities. I'm really glad I signed up for this. Please let me use your services again when I visit Nara next time. Thank you so much!

ベストショットで写真撮影をしていただき
沢山説明付きで案内していただき
思い出に残る最高の奈良の旅でした。
無駄な時間は一切無しの盛りだくさんで案内していただきました。
本当に申し込んで良かったです。
また奈良に行く時には利用させてください。
本当にありがとうございました。

I was able to visit the famous spots in Nara efficiently without rushing. I think it's difficult to cover everything in one day on your own. The bus guide and the driver were very accommodating, and their explanations were detailed, so I highly recommend it! There were also about 5 or 6 solo travelers!

効率よくでも急ぐことなく奈良の名所を回れました。
個人で1日で回るのは難しいと思います。
バスガイドさんや運転手さんの対応がとてもよく、案内も詳しいのでおすすめです！
おひとりさまも5.6名いらっしゃいました！

I was able to visit Hōryū-ji, Tōshōdai-ji, Yakushi-ji, Kasuga-taisha, Tōdai-ji, and Kōfuku-ji all in one day. Additionally, we enjoyed a rich sightseeing experience of temples and shrines, including views of Heijō Palace, the bell of Tōdai-ji, Nigatsu-dō, and Sangatsu-dō from the car window. Since we had elderly people and young children with us, traveling by car was not only convenient but also allowed for breaks during the journey, which was very nice. Furthermore, our driver, Mr. Yamamoto, not only provided guidance about the temples and shrines but also answered any questions we had about Nara, allowing us to learn more about its culture. I would like to use this service again when I visit Nara, and I would also recommend it to my acquaintances.

法隆寺〜唐招提寺〜薬師寺〜春日大社〜東大寺〜興福寺を1日で回ることができました。他にも車窓から平城宮や東大寺の鐘、二月堂、三月堂と充実した寺社仏閣観光でした。高齢者と小学校低学年の子どもがいたため、車での移動は、移動が楽なだけでなく車中で休憩もでき、とても良かったです。更に、ドライバーの山本さんは、お寺や神社の案内だけでなく、奈良についての質問にはなんでも答えてくれたため、奈良の文化にも触れることができました。奈良に訪問した際はまた利用したいですし、知人にもお勧めしたいです。

I was looking for places to visit in Nara that I could explore in half a day, and I found just the right option, so I made a reservation! It seemed difficult to access Hōryū-ji on my own, so taking the bus was definitely the right choice. The explanations from the professional guide were enjoyable and fantastic!

奈良観光で半日で行けるところ、行きたいところを探していたところ、丁度良かったので予約しました！
法隆寺は自力で行くのはアクセスが大変そうだったのでバス移動は正解でした。プロのガイドさんの説明が楽しくて最高でした！

The guide, Mr. Yamabe, was wonderful! His choice of words was exceptional, and his humorous stories were very enjoyable. This trip focused mainly on Nara, and I am extremely satisfied to have participated in this tour. Thank you very much!

添乗員のヤマベさんのガイドが素晴らしかったです！　ヤマベさんの言葉選びのセンスが抜群でユーモアたっぷりのお話しがとても楽しかったです。今回の旅行は奈良がメインでしたし、このツアーに参加出来て最高に満足です。ありがとうございました。

I apologize for the inconvenience caused at the pickup location, but the person on the phone was very flexible and helpful. Additionally, the driver was aware of the heavy traffic and the difficulty of covering all the places, so they listened to my desired destinations and took me around. Since they explained the history and highlights along the way, I was able to enjoy the sightseeing experience. Thank you very much.

ピックアップの場所からご迷惑をかけてしまいましたが、電話対応の方には臨機応変に対応して下さり、助かりました。また、ドライバーの方も、とても混雑しており、全てを回るのは難しいこと、私の行きたい場所をヒアリングして下さり、回っていただきました。歴史や見どころなどを説明してもらいながらだったので、楽しく観光が出来ました。ありがとうございました。

I had a great trip with a guide who helped me navigate an unfamiliar and crowded place without having to walk too much. I would definitely like to use this service again.

慣れない場所＆混んでいる場所でたくさん歩かないで、ガイドもしていただき楽しい旅行が出来ました。ぜひまた利用したいです。

We passed in front of the Nara Hotel from Nara Park, and while being soothed by the pleasant voice of our guide, we headed to Ikaruga. We were able to see the exhibits in Horyu-ji, the world's oldest wooden structure from the Asuka period, and Chugu-ji with clear explanations. After the tour, we extended our visit to the Fujinoki Tomb and were satisfied to experience the atmosphere of ancient times.

奈良公園から奈良ホテルの前を通り、心地良いガイドさんの声に癒されながら斑鳩へ。飛鳥時代の世界最古の木造建築である法隆寺と中宮寺の中の展示物を分かりやすい説明で観ることが出来ました。
解散後、藤ノ木古墳に足を伸ばし古代の雰囲気を味わえて満足でした。

The weather was a bit disappointing and cloudy, but I was able to experience the wonderful history that is different from Kyoto, known as the ancient capital. The guide's explanations were helpful, and I was able to learn more about the beauty of Japan. The lunch was delicious kamameshi, and in the afternoon, the tea was wonderful, enjoyed alongside the beautiful scenery. It was a one-day tour, but it was a very enjoyable time without any boredom.

お天気が少々残念で曇りでしたが。、古都で知られる京都と違った素敵な歴史に触れる事が出来、ガイドさんの説明も参考になり日本の良さを改めて勉強できた。
ランチも美味しい釜飯、午後にはお茶が素晴らしく景色ともに堪能しました。
1日ツアーですが飽きる事なくとても良い時間でした。

The crew members were flexible and provided guidance with great care, which made my elderly parents very happy. It was raining, but we were able to have a fulfilling time. Thank you very much!

乗務員さんは、臨機応変、かつ、丁寧にガイドして下さり、高齢の両親も、大喜び。雨降りでしたが、充実した時間が過ごせました。ありがとうございました！