All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I really thought there are fish in the ocean. It was amazing to see colorful fish swimming right in front of me! The water was a bit cold, so I want to come back when it's warmer.

本当に海って魚いるんだなって思いました。
色鮮やかな魚が目の前で泳いでて凄く不思議でした!!
水が少し冷たかったのでまた温かいときに来たいです。

All parts of the tour were great, but thanks to our guide Keiko on March 20, 2025, it became the best trip. She provided kind and detailed explanations, making it a valuable and happy day. I am grateful.

ツアー全て良かった中、2025.3.20ガイドケイコさんのおかげで、最高な旅となりました。優しく丁寧な説明などして頂き、価値が有り、幸せな一日を過ごせました。感謝致します。

I was very satisfied with how efficiently I could visit various tourist spots! I was able to see a beautiful sunset at American Village. 150 minutes at the aquarium might not be enough.

色んな観光地を効率よく回れて大満足でした！
ちょうどアメリカンビレッジで美しい夕日を見ることができました。
水族館は150分だと足りないかも。

The ferry to Uehara Port was canceled, so we headed from Ohara Port instead. This is my second time on Iriomote Island, but it was the first time I experienced such cold weather in March. I was disappointed that the snorkeling at Barasu Island was changed to canyoning and canoeing, but thanks to the tour instructors Taro and Yume, we were able to create very enjoyable memories. Next time, I want to bring my older child, who couldn't come this time, and have a revenge trip to Barasu Island on a sunny, hot day!

上原港行きの船が欠航になり大原港から向かいました。西表島は２回目ですが、3月でこんなに寒かったことは初めてで、バラス島シュノ-ケリング&supもキャニオニング&カヌーに変更になり、がっかりしておりましたが、ツア-インストラクターのタロウ君、ゆめちゃんが盛り上げてくれたおかげでとても楽しい思い出を作ることができました。
次は今回来なかった上の子も連れて、晴天の暑い日にバラス島リベンジしたいです！

The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, sharing many stories about the islands during our travels, which made it enjoyable. We had a fulfilling day riding in an ox cart and paddling a canoe to see the mangroves.

One disappointing aspect was that I had imagined we would be able to explore deeper into the jungle while canoeing, but in reality, we only paddled a little on a large river and landed at a small area with mangroves for a brief walk, which was a bit different from what I had envisioned.

Overall, I am satisfied. Thank you for the valuable experience.

ガイドさんが気さくで物知りで移動中もたくさんの島に関するお話をしてくださり楽しめました。牛車に乗ったり、カヌーを漕いでマングローブを見たりとても充実した一日になりました。

1つ残念だったのは、ジャングルの中をカヌー漕ぎながら探索できるのかなと勝手に思っていましたが、実際は大きな川をカヌーで少し漕いで、小さなマングローブ群なあるところに上陸して少し散策しただけだったのが想像と少し違いました。

全体的には満足です。
貴重な体験ありがとうございました。

Unfortunately, I didn't get to see the coconut crab that I was looking forward to this time, but I enjoyed seeing the starry sky, which is hard to find in the city⭐︎

We walked through a jungle-like area, and the kids were thrilled. It was cold, so we didn't encounter many creatures, but thanks to our guide, we had a great time (^ - ^)

I learned a lot about creatures, plants, and how to photograph the starry sky, which was very educational.

I'll definitely try again!!
I will see the coconut crab!!!

Akari, let's meet again~(^^)

今回、残念ながら楽しみにしていたヤシガニには出会えませんでしたが、都会ではなかなか見ることのできない星空が見られ楽しかったです⭐︎

ジャングルのような所を歩いて行くので子供は大喜び、寒くてあまり生き物には出会えませんでしたが、ガイドさんのおかげで楽しく過ごす事ができました(^-^)

生き物や植物、星空の撮り方など色んな事を教えていただきとても勉強になりました。

またリベンジするぞ〜！！
ヤシガニ見るぞ！！！

アカリさんまたお会いしましょう〜(^^)

On my first trip to Okinawa, I was torn between renting a car and joining a bus tour, but choosing the bus tour was the right decision. It took us to famous tourist spots in Okinawa, and the bus guide's stories were enjoyable. The time spent at each location was a bit short, but we were able to visit many places, which was great. If I had rented a car, someone would have had to drive, and we wouldn't have been able to relax as much, but on the bus, I could take a nap if I got tired and enjoy a more leisurely experience.

初めての沖縄で、レンタカーと迷いましたが、バスツアーをお願いして、正解でした。
沖縄の有名な観光地に連れて行ってくれるし、バスガイドさんのお話も楽しかったです。
1カ所ずつの時間は短めだけど、その分沢山の場所を回れたので、良かったです。
レンタカーだと誰かが運転して、ゆっくりできないですが、バスなら疲れたら眠ったりもできて、ゆったりと過ごせました。

On the day of the event, it was held at a different beach due to the influence of the north wind. Although the encounter rate with sea turtles was said to be slightly lower, we were able to see sea turtles safely! We got to see them up close and took many wonderful photos. It was a bit cold, but it became a very nice memory!

当日は北風の影響で予定していた海岸とは別のビーチで開催してくれました。ウミガメ遭遇率が少し下がるとのことでしたが、無事にウミガメを見ることができました！とても間近で見ることができ素敵な写真もたくさん撮っていただきました。少し寒かったですがとてもいい思い出になりました！

I conveyed the places I wanted to visit and chatted with the driver while touring recommended spots! We got to see beautiful beaches, and the kids were happy. I'm really glad we used the sightseeing taxi!

行きたい所を伝えていてそれ以外は運転手さんと話しながらおすすめスポットを巡りました！
綺麗な海も見れて子どもも喜んでいて観光タクシーを利用して本当によかったです！

Although the weather wasn't great for the three days, I was able to relax. On the last day, I took a taxi for a tour of the island, and it went by in just five hours. The driver shared fun stories and responded to our requests, even taking us to recommended shops, which made for a wonderful experience. I definitely want to visit Miyako Island again. I hope the weather will be better next time.

3日間、天気は今一でしたが、のんびり
できました。最後の日は、タクシーで島の
観光をし、5時間あっというまでした。
ドライバーさんの楽しいお話と、こちらの要望にも答えてくれて、おすすめのお店も寄ってくれて、とても満喫しました。
また、宮古島に行きたいと思いました
次は、お天気になって欲しいです。

They created a comfortable atmosphere where I could easily discuss my interests and time constraints regarding my travel plans. Thanks to that, even with the limited time I had, it became a memorable trip. There were plenty of recommended spots that I wouldn't have known about from guidebooks, thanks to the driver. I am grateful.

他の所要ぷらす　隙間時間の旅に対しても　時間と興味ある点などを　上手く気兼ねなく相談しやすい雰囲気をつくって対応して頂きました。おかげで　短い限られた時間でも　思い出になる旅でした。ガイドブックでは　知ることが出来ない　ドライバーさんならではのお勧めスポット満載でした。感謝いたします

The water buffalo named Aapa took nearly 20 people on a tour of Taketomi Island. The guide's stories and the performance of the sanshin were great too! ☺

水牛のアーパーくん、20人近くを乗せて、竹富島を案内してくれました。ガイドさんのお話、三線の弾き語りもよかったです☺

I participated in mid-March. Although it rained heavily in the evening, it stopped by the time the tour started, and I was able to join without any issues. When I asked about the probability of encountering coconut crabs during the trip, the response was somewhat low, but in the end, we encountered coconut crabs multiple times, and I was able to see almost everything I wanted, including land hermit crabs and scorpions. We walked through the jungle to the coast, and they provided explanations about the plants and terrain. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the starry sky, so I would like to participate again if I have the chance.

　3月中旬に参加しました。
夕方に運転が難しいほどの雨が降りましたがツアー開始時には雨も上がり無事に参加できました。移動中に本日のヤシガニとの遭遇確率を質問したところやや低めの回答でしたが、結果としてヤシガニも何度も遭遇し、他にもオカヤドカリやサソリモドキなど見たいものはほぼ見れました。ジャングルを抜けて海岸まで歩き、植物や地形の説明もしてくれます。残念ながら星空を見ることが出来ませんでしたので、機会があればまた参加したいと思います。

I participated during a rainy day in mid-March. The weather forecast the day before had issued a strong wind and wave warning, but I was able to join without any issues.

In the morning, I challenged myself with mangrove stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). I was worried about the wind, but the mangrove forest acted as a windbreak, allowing me to enjoy the unique scenery of the tropics with minimal impact. I didn't feel much cold while moving my body; in fact, I felt that a bit of chill made it even more enjoyable.

In the afternoon, we were supposed to go snorkeling, but the originally booked location was canceled due to bad weather, and we participated at a different spot. They called the day before to ask if I wanted to cancel or join at another location. Although it was drizzling and windy at times, once I put on the wetsuit they provided and entered the sea, I quickly got used to the initial coldness and thereafter enjoyed the colorful tropical fish and coral reefs without feeling cold.

There were also participants who couldn't swim, but they were able to enjoy themselves by holding onto the float that the guide was pulling. The guides were very clear with their instructions and provided information about Ishigaki Island during our travels, which made me feel safe and allowed me to enjoy the experience.

If I have the opportunity to visit again, I would definitely want to participate once more, and I highly recommend it to anyone considering joining.

3月中旬の雨天時の参加でした。
前日の天気予報では強風波浪注意報が出ていましたが無事に参加出来ました。
　午前中はマングローブSUPに挑戦し、風が心配でしたがマングローブ林が防風林となってほとんど影響を受けずに南国特有の景色を楽しむことが出来ました。身体を動かすため寒さもあまり感じず、むしろ寒いぐらいの方が楽しめるように感じました。
　午後はシュノーケリングでしたが、本来予約していた場所が荒天のため中止となり、別の場所での参加となりました。前日に電話連絡があり、キャンセルか別の場所での参加かを聞いてくれました。時折振りつける小雨と風の中での参加となりましたが、準備いただいたウェットスーツを着て海に入ると最初の冷たさも直ぐに慣れ、以降は寒さも感じずカラフルな熱帯魚と
サンゴ礁を堪能できました。
　泳げない方も参加されて居ましたが、ガイドの引っ張るフロートに掴まって皆と同じように楽しんでおられました。
　ガイドの皆さんも大きな声で注意事項もわかりやすく、移動中もアクティビティ以外の石垣島情報まで丁寧に教えてくださり、安心して楽しむことが出来ました。
　もし次回来島することがあれば必ずまた参加したいと思いますし、検討中の方は是非参加することをお勧めします。

I participated with my wife, who is in her 40s, while I am in my 50s. Our guide was Yamachan, who loves sea turtles. He taught us the basics of snorkeling very thoroughly. As a result, even someone like me, who is not good at swimming, was able to take a commemorative photo with a sea turtle. We also encountered tropical fish like clownfish, not just sea turtles. It became the best memory.

50代の私と40代の妻で参加しました。ガイドは海亀大好きの山ちゃん。最初にシュノーケリングの基本を非常に丁寧に教えていただきました。その結果、泳ぎの苦手な私でも海亀との記念写真を撮影できましたよ。
海亀だけでなく、クマノミなどの熱帯魚にも逢えました。最高の思い出になりました。

The weather was nice, and the Iriomote Island cruise, along with the water buffalo to Yufu Island, was a smooth tour with no waiting time at all! The lunch was delicious. I definitely recommend it!

天気もよく、西表島クルーズ、水牛〜由布島
待ち時間もなく、全てスムーズなツアーでした！
お弁当も美味しかった
絶対オススメです！

The weather was nice, and I was able to efficiently cover the highlights while having a great time. The guide was very enjoyable, providing detailed explanations and attentive service, which was excellent. It became a wonderful memory.

お天気も良く、とても効率的に見どころをおさえて、楽しく参加させて頂けました。ガイドさんは、とても楽しく、詳しい説明と丁寧な対応でとても良かったです。良い思い出になりました。

The guide was very polite and provided detailed explanations, and we were blessed with good weather, which made the experience very enjoyable. We toured the island and had a fulfilling day filled with highlights.

ガイドさんがとても、丁寧で詳しい説明をして下さり、お天気にも恵まれとても楽しむことが出来ました。島を巡り、充実した1日を過ごすことが出来、見どころ満載でした。

Even though the weather wasn't very good, it was an enjoyable course, and the guide's explanations were very easy to understand, making it much more educational than exploring on our own! If I had to be picky, I would have preferred a tour of American Village, but since we signed up at the last minute, we ended up at Pineapple Park! However, that was fun in its own way!

天気があまり良くなくても楽しめるコースで、ガイドさんの説明がとてもわかりやすくて自分たちだけで回るよりも勉強になることが多かったです！欲を言えばアメリカンビレッジのツアーがよかったんですけど、私たちは直前に申し込んだため、パイナップルパークの方になりました！でもそれはそれで楽しかったです！

The transportation to and from the hotel was very enjoyable, as the driver shared various customs of Okinawa along the way. I am grateful to the driver. Thank you very much. I hope to request your services again next time, so I look forward to it.

ホテルまでの送り迎えに、道中の沖縄の習わしなど色々と教えていただき、とても楽しかったです。ドライバー様に感謝です。ありがとうございました。また次もお願いしたいと思ってますのでよろしくお願いいたします。

I signed up for a tour on the afternoon of the day I arrived. I took a direct bus from the airport to the terminal, where I was able to check my luggage, and on the way back, I was taken to my hotel. Unfortunately, it was a day with light rain, but I enjoyed my experience on Taketomi Island enough for my first visit. If I go again, I would like to take my time sightseeing more.

着いた日の午後のツアーに申し込みました。空港からバスで直行ターミナルに直行し、荷物を預かってもらい、帰りはホテルまで送ってもらえました。
あいにく小雨がぱらつく日でしたが、初めての竹富島での体験としては十分楽しめました。次回行くことがあれば、もっとゆっくり観光したいと思います。

It was painful to hear the guide continuously express resentment about the good parts of Okinawa being taken away due to the barbed wire around the U.S. military base.

It was disappointing that the main aquarium was last on the itinerary, and perhaps due to traffic, we lost time. I wish we could have visited the aquarium first and saved the other souvenir shops for later.

ガイドの人が　米軍基地のことを　鉄条網がある　沖縄のいいところが取られてると
恨み節が永遠とつづいたのが　苦痛でした。　

メインの水族館が最後になり　渋滞のせいか時間が削られたの残念でした
水族館を先にいって　他の土産さんは　後回しを望みます。　

I was told to take the 8 AM ferry from Ishigaki Island, but when I arrived at the ferry terminal, I was informed that they were doing maintenance and it was uncertain if it would leave at 8. I panicked a bit, but when I called to confirm, they smoothly assured me that the 8:30 ferry would be fine.

The explanation for the canoeing was easy to understand. Since it was my third time canoeing, I was able to get on smoothly. They also provided explanations about the mangroves. We enjoyed a leisurely float, even with some canoe traffic.

Once we reached the point, we started trekking. We climbed along a bumpy path while receiving explanations about the plants and taking photos. It was hot under the blazing sun, and I was sweating a lot. But we finally arrived safely.

The waterfall was flowing down with incredible force, and the splashes felt great. With most of the other tour participants having left, it felt almost like a private experience—so luxurious!

While enjoying the magnificent waterfall, we had handmade rice balls. They were large, but the rice was delicious, and I finished them all. Thank you for the meal!

I dipped just my feet into the Takitsubo, and it was cold. Before I knew it, my sweat had dried, and I started to feel a bit chilly, so we set off. We slowly made our way back to the canoe landing.

The canoe traffic on the way back was a stark contrast to the earlier congestion, and we floated leisurely. All I could hear were the sounds of birds. Was it a crested serpent eagle? Or a peacock? The breeze and sunlight felt just right, making it very pleasant.

After that, we rode a water buffalo cart to Yufu Island. While on the cart, they played the sanshin. It was so relaxing. Go, water buffalo!

Upon arriving at Yufu Island, we leisurely toured while eating gelato. We also observed the golden pupae before heading back.

It was a very fulfilling and enjoyable day from the morning. I am extremely satisfied.

石垣島から８時のフェリーに乗ってきてと言われていましたが、当日フェリー乗り場に行くと、点検修理してるので８時に出るか分からないと言われプチパニック。電話で確認すると８時半のフェリーでも大丈夫とすんなり対応してくださいました。
カヌーの説明もわかりやすかったです。
カヌーは3度目だったのでスムーズに乗れました。マングローブの説明もしてくださいました。カヌー渋滞もありつつのんびりぷかぷか。
ポイントに付き、トレッキング開始〜。凸凹道を登り、植物の説明など受けながら写真撮影もしていただきよっこらしょ。お日様にガンガン照らされて暑。汗だくになりつつ、よっこらどっこい。無事到着〜。
すごい勢いで流れ落ちれる滝。水しぶきが気持ちいい〜。他のツアーの方も帰られほぼ貸切状態。贅沢〜〜。
壮大な滝を見ながら手作りおにぎりいただきました〜。大きかったけどお米が美味しく、ペロリと完食〜〜。ごちそうさまでした。
タキツボへは足だけチャプチャプつかりにいきました。冷たかったです〜。いつのまにか汗もひき微妙に寒く感じてきた頃合いに出発。来た道をゆっくり戻ってカヌー乗り場まで。
行きしなのカヌー渋滞が嘘のよう〜貸切状態でのんびりぷかぷか。聞こえるのは鳥の鳴き声。カンムリワシかな？クジャクかな？風も日光もいい感じでとても気持ちいい。
その後は水牛車に乗って由布島へ〜。
水牛車に乗りながら三線引いてくださいました。のんびりー。水牛さん頑張って〜。
由布島到着。ジェラート食べながらゆっくり観光〜〜。金色蛹も観察して帰路へ。
朝からとても充実した楽しい1日でした〜。大満足です。

I will provide a compact guide to the main tourist attractions in Ishigaki Island. The lunch was delicious as well. The rice was a bit hard, but I thought maybe this is normal in Ishigaki Island?

石垣島の主要な観光地をコンパクトに案内してくれます。ランチも美味しかったです。ご飯が少し硬かったけど石垣島ではこのくらいが普通なのかな？と思いました。

At Okinawa World, I watched an Eisa dance show and a show featuring the habu snake and mongoose. The habu and mongoose show included a swimming competition between the mongoose and the sea snake, which was conducted from an animal welfare perspective. We also visited the limestone caves, so it felt like there wasn't enough time.

沖縄ワールドではエイサーのショーとハブとマングースのショーを見ました。ハブとマングースのショーは、動物愛護の点からマングースとウミヘビとの水泳対決をやってました。鍾乳洞も行ったので時間が足りない感じでした。

I thoroughly enjoyed the Churaumi Aquarium for two and a half hours. I also had squid ink pasta at a café with a view of the large tank with whale sharks. I recommend adding lobster to the optional steak dinner.

美ら海水族館は２時間半と堪能できました。ジンベイサメのいる大水槽が見えるカフェでイカスミパスタも食べました。オプションのステーキディナーはオプションでロブスターをつけるのがおすすめです。

Due to bad weather, we could only do stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) instead of snorkeling, but I was happy to be able to do at least one activity! It was my first time doing SUP, and the guidance was so thorough that I didn't have any trouble. The explanations about each spot during the SUP were very interesting, and we talked throughout the tour about recommended sightseeing spots in Ishigaki and good places to eat, which made it very enjoyable.

Although it was a tour that only covered the first half, the weather can change quickly in that area, so that couldn't be helped. The mangrove forest felt even more like a hidden gem, and since it's rare to do activities in a river as an adult, it was a valuable experience. I think I will request another tour when I come back to Ishigaki! Thank you!

悪天候のため、シュノーケリングはできずSUPだけとなりましたが、１つでもできただけ嬉しかったです！
初めてのSUPでしたが、丁寧に案内していただいたので困ることもなく、SUP中の各スポットについての説明は非常に興味深く、他にも石垣観光のおすすめスポット、おすすめのご飯屋さんなどについて、終始お話ししながらのツアーでとても楽しめました。
前半のみ実施のツアーでしたが、天候が変わりやすい場所なのでそこは仕方ないのと、マングローブの森は秘境感が増して楽しかったですし、大人になってから川でアクティビティをすることもなかなかないので貴重な経験でした。
また石垣にきたらツアーをお願いすると思います！ありがとうございました！

I was impressed by the beautiful sea where I could see many corals and colorful fish. It was a very precious experience to also see sea turtles. I was able to enter a cave and had a mystical experience.

たくさんの珊瑚やカラフルな魚も見ることができてとても綺麗な海に感動しました。ウミガメもみることができてとても貴重な体験でした。洞窟の中にも入ることができて、神秘的な体験をしました。

First, we took a 45-minute boat ride from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island. Upon arriving on the island, the untouched nature created a unique atmosphere that was unlike Ishigaki Island. From the ferry terminal, we headed to Yubu Island. We rode the famous water buffalo cart to cross from Iriomote Island. Being pulled by the water buffalo through the shallow sea was a slow and scenic experience. Of course, the views were spectacular!

On Yubu Island, we were served lunch and enjoyed delicious local cuisine. After lunch, we returned to Iriomote Island for a mangrove cruise on the Nakama River. The cruise, surrounded by nature that you can't experience on the mainland, was very refreshing. The boat then took us back to the ferry terminal, and next, we moved on to Taketomi Island.

Taketomi Island was also enveloped in a relaxed atmosphere, making it feel like a waste to just do a day trip. I found myself wishing to stay longer while freely exploring the island.

There are about three to four boats from Taketomi Island to Ishigaki Island, so it was convenient to catch a boat at a suitable time. I visited Taketomi Island on a Saturday, but many shops were closed (either for the day or due to early closing hours), so it was a bit of a relief to return to Ishigaki Island a little earlier.

Overall, I returned to Ishigaki Island feeling very satisfied. Depending on the boat schedule, you can leave around 8 AM and return by around 5 PM, which isn’t too early or too late, making it manageable for your body. If you can spare a day, I highly recommend it!

先ずは石垣本島から船で45分くらいの西表島へ。
島に着くと石垣島とはまた違う、自然がそのままの状態で残っており何とも言えない雰囲気。
フェリーターミナルからは由布島へ。名物の水牛車に乗って西表島から渡ります。
遠浅の海の中を水牛に引かれてゆっくりと進んでいきます。もちろんここは絶景！
由布島では昼食が提供され、美味しい郷土料理を食せました。
昼食後は再び西表島に戻り、仲間川でのマングローブクルーズへ。本州では味わえない大自然を感じながらのクルーズは気持ちよかったです。
船はそのままフェリーターミナルへ。次は竹富島に移動です。

竹富島もノンビリした雰囲気に包まれており、日帰りしてしまうのがもったいないほど。ここでゆっくり泊まりたいなと思いながら、島内を自由に散策できました。

竹富島から石垣島への船は３～４本の内の、都合のいい時間の船に乗れればいいので、この点も良かったです。竹富島には土曜日に訪問したのですが、休みのお店(休みとか時間的な営業終了)が多かったので、早めに船で石垣島に戻れてちょっと助かりました。

でも総じて大変満足な気分で石垣島に帰ってきました。朝８時頃から船にもよりますが、１７時頃まで、朝早過ぎず帰りも遅過ぎずで身体の負担もそれ程無かったので、１日分の時間が取れるようでしたらオススメいたします。

Thank you, Yamachan, for accompanying the 65-year-old grandfather and grandmother from Yamagata on our snorkeling adventure.

It was my first time snorkeling in Miyako Island, and thanks to your kind and thorough guidance, I was able to take pictures with sea turtles. It was amazing. We arrived earlier than the scheduled time, but Yamachan was considerate and provided an early snorkeling session along with clear explanations. Everyone, please choose Yamachan for your snorkeling experience.

If I have the chance, I will definitely use your services again. Thank you for all the wonderful photos, Yamachan.

山ちゃん、山形の６５歳の爺、婆のシュノーケルにお付き合いいただきありがとうございました。

初めての宮古島でのシュノーケルですが、親切丁寧にご教授していただき海亀と一緒に写真をとることができました。最高でした。
当初の設定時間より早く着きましたが、山ちゃんが気を使ってくださり早々のシュノーケルと明良な説明。皆さん山ちゃんのシュノーケルよろしくお願いします。　　　　　　　　　　　
機会があればまた利用させていただきます。
山ちゃん沢山の写真もありがとうございました。