All Reviews for Okinawa Stargazing

Unfortunately, the originally scheduled tour date was canceled due to cloudy weather. Since stargazing was a major goal of my trip to Ishigaki Island, I rescheduled for the next day and participated in the tour. The daytime weather was decent, so I was hopeful that the view would be nice! However, by the start time, there was a thick cloud cover, and I could barely see Mars peeking through the clouds (laughs).

It was disappointing, but since the moon was close to being full, I was able to enjoy moon gazing with the telescope that was provided, and I could see the craters! Although I couldn't see the stars I was aiming for, I was satisfied with the moonlight bath and the enjoyable stories about the night sky.

I would definitely like to try again, and I rated the experience a bit lower, but I’m glad I participated in the tour this time. Next time I join, I plan to research the phases of the moon thoroughly so I can go and enjoy a perfect starry sky. Thank you!

もともと予定していた参加日があいにくの曇り空だったためツアーが中止となりました。石垣島旅行は星空鑑賞が大きな目的だったので次の日に日付変更し、ツアー参加させていただきました。日中の天気はまずまずだったので綺麗に見えるかも！と期待しながら参加！…したものの開始時間になると分厚い曇り空で、雲の合間から火星がなんとか見えるくらいでした(笑)
残念でしたが月が満月に近かったこともあり、用意していただいていた望遠鏡で月鑑賞をし、クレーターまで見ることができました！
お目当ての星空は見れませんでしたが月光浴と、楽しい星空のお話を聞くことができ、満足です！
ぜひリベンジしたいと思い、評価は低めとさせていただきましたが今回ツアーに参加できてよかったです。次回参加する際は、月の満ち欠けなどよくよく調べてから満点の星空を眺めに行きたいと思っています。ありがとうございました。

It was raining and the sky was cloudy.
The cruising started as it was.
There was a performance, but the atmosphere was lacking.
Well, it was cloudy after all.
The lady just kept talking.
Honestly, it was very disappointing.
I wish they had allowed cancellations.

雨がふり空は曇ってました
そのままクルージングスタート
演奏ありましたが、雰囲気もなく
そりゃ雲かかってますもんね。
お姉さんがひたすら喋るだけ。
正直残念すぎました。
キャンセルできるようにしてほしかった

Thank you to the brother who gave me wings!!
He told me about various spots connected to Saitama!!
All the spots and shops he recommended were amazing!! I really appreciate it because I wouldn't have been able to go without his suggestions (^O^)!
Of course, the starry sky and photos were absolutely satisfying, and I'm really glad I could participate!!!!

羽を授けてくれたお兄さん！！
埼玉繋がりでいろいろスポット教えてもらいした！！
教えてくれたスポット、お店はどれも最高でした！！教えてもらえなかったら、行けてなかったので本当に感謝です(^O^)！
もちろん星空、写真は大大大満足で、参加できて本当に良かったです！！！！！

The day I participated in the tour was a new moon, the weather was clear, and there was a meteor shower, making it the perfect conditions. The night sky was filled with stars, and I could see the Milky Way as well as shooting stars. It was the most beautiful starry sky I have ever seen. For those who love starry skies, I highly recommend experiencing it in person at least once! The organizers were friendly and kindly assisted me when I wasn't sure where to go. Thank you for the wonderful memories!

ツアーに参加した日はちょうど新月で天気も晴れ、流星群だったため最高のコンディションでした。満天の星空には天の川も見えて流れ星もみることが出来ました。今までみた星空の中でいちばん綺麗でした。星空好きな方にはぜひ一度生でみてほしい！！
企画してくださっている方もフレンドリーで場所が分からない時も優しく対応してくださいました。ステキな思い出をありがとうございました！！

The night sky in Iriomote was more beautiful and moving than I had imagined. I had made a reservation the night before, but due to the weather not being great, I changed it to the following day. Thanks to that, our guide, Mr. Iwamoto, kept saying how beautiful the sky would be tonight, and it truly was stunning. While kayaking on the Urauchi River and observing the stars, the bioluminescent plankton glowed every time we paddled, allowing us to enjoy both the sky and the water. We also ventured a little into the mangrove forest. The guide provided various explanations along the way, making the experience even more interesting and enjoyable. I am grateful for the beautiful starry sky, the absence of unnecessary lights at night, and the opportunity to fully enjoy the nature of Iriomote through this wonderful tour.

By the way, since I stayed at Nirakanai, I walked to the location, which took about an hour and a half. I brought a flashlight, but they are available for rent. The kayaking was on calm waters, so I hardly got wet. When getting into the kayak, you walk in the water up to your ankles, so it's best to wear something that can get wet (though they inform you about this in advance…).

西表の夜空は想像以上に美しく感動的でした。
前夜に予約していたのですが、天候がいまいちだったので、翌日に変更していただきました。そのおかげで、ガイドの岩本さんも今夜は綺麗に見えますよを繰り返されるほど、綺麗な夜空でした。浦内川をカヤックを漕ぎながらの星空観察で、水面には夜光虫がパドルを漕ぐたびに発光するので、上下と楽しめました。また、マングローブ林にも少しだけ入って行きました。適宜、色々な説明を加えてくださるので、さらに興味深く楽しむことが出来ました。綺麗な星空、無駄な光の無い夜、西表の自然を満喫でき、よいツアーに参加できたことに感謝します。
ちなみにニラカナイに宿泊だったため、移動は徒歩、所要時間1時間半くらい。ライトを持参しましたが、借りられます。穏やかな水面でのカヤックなので、ほぼ水には濡れません。カヤックに乗り込む際に足首くらいまで水中を歩くため足元は濡れてもよい格好がベストです。(事前に教えてくれますが…)

I learned from a friend that Miyako Island has beautiful starry skies, so I participated in a starry sky photo tour for the first time this time. The road to the shooting location was completely dark, and I got a little lost, but when I contacted them, they responded immediately, and I was able to arrive safely. I was worried about the weather after the direct hit of a typhoon, but it was clear during the shooting, and I was truly able to see the starry sky beautifully. They took pictures of the beautiful starry sky along with us, creating the best memories. The staff were also kind, friendly, and easy to talk to. If I have the opportunity to go to Miyako Island again, I would definitely like to request this again. Thank you very much.

宮古島は星空がきれいに見える、ということを友達に教えてもらい、今回初めて星空フォトツアーに参加させていただきました。
撮影場所に行くまでの道は真っ暗で少し道に迷いましたが、連絡したらすぐに対応して頂き無事に着くことができました。
台風直撃後で天候が心配でしたが、撮影時には晴れており星空を本当にきれいに見ることができました。そしてその美しい星空と私たちをそのまま写真に撮って下さり、最高の思い出となりました。
スタッフの方々も優しく気さくで話しやすかったです。
また宮古島に行く機会があれば、次もぜひお願いしたいです。ありがとうございました。

During my trip, it was quite challenging as I couldn't do any sightseeing or diving due to the typhoon. After the typhoon passed, I quickly signed up for this tour and was truly moved to tears by the incredible stars I had never seen before. I participated alone, but I had a great time. If you're hesitating, I absolutely recommend it. Of course, it depends on the weather that day, but it should become a wonderful memory!

私が旅行した期間、台風で観光やダイビングが出来なかったりなかなか大変でした。
台風が去って、こちらのツアーに急遽申し込み参加させて頂いたのですが、本当に見たことの無いくらいの星、感動で涙が出ました。
一人参加でしたが、楽しめました。
迷っているなら、絶対におすすめです。
もちろん、その日の天候などにもよりますが、最高の思い出になるはずです！

Right after the typhoon passed, I was wondering what it would be like, but I was able to see a sky full of stars and many shooting stars, which was really enjoyable! The guide's explanations were easy to understand, and it made me want to learn more about the stars! I would like to participate again the next time I come to Ishigaki Island!

台風が去った直後で、どうなるかとは思ってましたが、満天の星空と流れ星がいくつも見れて、とても楽しめました！！
ガイドの方の説明もわかりやすく、もっと星について知りたいと思えました！
また次に石垣島に来た際は、参加したいと思います！！

This was my first trip to Miyako Island, and while I was choosing from various tours, I participated in this one. A typhoon was approaching, so it was quite windy, but I was amazed at how great the photos turned out, to the point that I forgot about the strong winds! I couldn't think of any poses, but they provided various instructions, and I ended up with photos that I was very satisfied with! The wings they drew were also really cute, and I highly recommend it as a keepsake!

今回初めて宮古島に旅行に来たのですが、色々ツアーを選んでるところこちらのツアーに参加させてもらいました。台風がこれからくるということで風が強い中写真をとってくださったのですが、強風というのを忘れるくらいの写真の出来上がりで驚きました！ポーズとかも全然思いつかなかったのですが、色々指示してくださり満足のいく写真ができました！羽を描くのもすごくかわいくて是非記念におすすめです！

After the typhoon, I was able to see a beautiful starry sky. The Milky Way was clearly visible, and I was thrilled. The guide's explanations were easy to understand, and I reminisced about how I learned about these things back in school while enjoying the view. Since it's an island floating in the sea, there were times when clouds would appear, so I thought it was necessary to be prepared for that. Still, I’m glad I participated because it's a starry sky that is hard to see otherwise.

台風一過綺麗な星空を見せて頂きました。天の川もハッキリみえ感激しました。ガイドの方の説明も分かり易く[学生の頃にそう言うのを教えてもらったなー]と思い出しながら観賞しました。海に浮かぶ島なので雲がわき出る時がありそれを覚悟して参加する必要があるかと思いました。それでもなかなか観ることの出来ない星空なので参加して良かったと思っています。

On the day of the shoot, a typhoon was approaching and the sky was cloudy, but it seems that the weather in Miyako Island changes quickly, and after waiting a few minutes, a beautiful starry sky spread out before us!!! I was thrilled to be able to take photos under the stunning starry sky just like I had seen on Instagram and other social media!!! I jumped in without thinking about poses, but the photographer was very helpful in guiding me when I couldn't come up with anything. I enjoyed the final images as each one had different lighting and backgrounds in the sky!!!! I definitely want to take more photos the next time I visit Miyako Island!!!

当日は台風が接近していて曇り空でしたが、宮古島は天候が変わりやすいみたいで数分待つと綺麗な星空が広がりました！！！
インスタなどのSNSで見たまんまの綺麗な星空の下で写真が撮れたので感激です！！！
ポーズを何も考えずに挑みましたが、なにも浮かばくなるとカメラマンの方からご指導いただけるので、とても助かりました♪
出来上がりの画像も1枚1枚光の当たり方が違ったり空の背景が違っていて楽しめました！！！！
次回宮古島に行った際も絶対に撮りたいです！！！

This time it was half a month, but the sky was quite bright, so the stargazing effect was reduced. I would like to participate next time during the new moon. Also, I think it would be more enjoyable to have some basic knowledge about the stars before joining this tour.

今回は半月であったがかなり空が明るかったため星空効果も半減。次回は新月の時に参加したい。あと参加する前に予備知識として少しは星空のことを理解していたほうがこのツアーはさらに楽しめると思います。

I took a nap and joined while rubbing my sleepy eyes in the middle of the night, but it was really great! Next time, I definitely want to participate with my girlfriend and family.

仮眠をとり夜中に眠い目を擦りながら参加しましたが、
めちゃ良かったです！
次は彼女や家族と是非参加させてもらいたいです。

Since it was sunny during the day, I decided to join on a whim while traveling. Even if you rent a car, there is a shuttle fee, but I think it's better to use the shuttle bus (the road to the venue is dark, and the event ends late).

The guide shares a lot of interesting stories, so you can enjoy it even if you're not knowledgeable about constellations. They also lend binoculars, which I recommend for those who want to see the Milky Way.

It was a half moon on the day I participated, so it was a bit disappointing that the moonlight was bright, but I was able to relax a lot. Next time, I want to join on a new moon or during a meteor shower.

昼間が晴れていたので旅行中に急遽参加を決めました。
レンタカーを借りていたとしても、送迎料金はかかりますが送迎バスを利用した方が良いと思います。(会場までの道は暗く、終わる時間も遅めなので)

ガイドの方がかなり色んなお話をしていただけるので、星座に詳しくなくても楽しめます。双眼鏡も貸して頂けるので天の川などみたい方にはオススメです。
参加した日半月でしたので、ちょっと月明かりが明るかったのが残念でしたがとてもリラックスできました。
次は新月の日や流星群が起こる日に参加してみたいな。

It was disappointing that there was no consideration for my family, who have difficulty walking and move slowly. There were no available seats, so we couldn't sit together.

家族が足が悪く、歩くのが遅かったのだが、そこに配慮がなく残念だった。
座席が余ってなくて、連れ同士で並んで座ることができなかった。

I arrived earlier than planned, but I was guided right away. The weather was nice, and I could see many stars with the naked eye. I was also shown the photos taken on-site, and I was amazed by the number and beauty of the stars! I requested a feather art piece, and I'm looking forward to seeing how it turns out! The gentleman was very friendly and explained, "This is the Milky Way," allowing me to see a night sky that I usually can't experience, creating wonderful memories! I would love to request this again when I visit Miyako Island!

予定より早くついてしまいましたが、すぐ案内して頂きました。
天気も良く肉眼でもたくさんの星が見れましたが、その場で撮った写真も見せていただき、星の多さ、綺麗さに感動しました！
羽のアートもお願いしたのですが、どんな感じになっているか出来上がりが楽しみです！
お兄さんもとても気さくな方で、これが天の川で〜と説明もしていただき、普段見れない星空を見ることができ良い思い出になりました！
また宮古島に行った際はお願いしたいです！

We participated as a couple. Five years ago, we were moved by the stars in Miyako and wanted to capture the moment in photos, but at that time, there were no photo tours available. This time, we learned about the photo tour and signed up. The shooting lasts about 20 to 30 minutes. The location is very dark, so it might be a bit unsettling for first-timers, but once you get to the parking lot, you'll see cars parked, so it's all good!

夫婦で参加しました。
5年前に宮古で星を見て感動
写真に残したいと思いましたが
当時はフォトツアーもなく
今回フォトツアーを知って申込ました。
撮影は20分から30分程
場所は真っ暗なので初めての方は不安かもしれませんが駐車場まで行くと車が止まってるので大丈夫です！

I could see the Milky Way and some stars, but I wish I could have gone further out to a place where the light from the land wouldn't reach, or at least to a spot with less light pollution.

天の川も見えて、それなりに星は見えたのですが、もっと沖に出て陸地の光が届かないところまでとはいかなくても、もっと影響が少ないところまで出て欲しかったな、という感じです。

The stargazing tour in Ishigaki Island was amazing. The weather was great, and we could see the Milky Way clearly, along with many shooting stars. I want to participate again.

石垣島での星空観賞ツアー、最高でした
天気も良く、天の川もはっきり見れて、流れ星もたくさん見れました。
また参加したいです。

The day arrived with a lot of anticipation, especially since there was a rain forecast the day before.

Since it's Miyako Island, the stars are beautiful no matter where you look, but the spot where we took photos felt exceptionally stunning! The Milky Way, which was not visible near the hotel, was clearly visible, and we were able to see shooting stars right away.

The staff were very kind, sharing recommendations for spots on the island and suggesting great poses for the photos.

At first, I thought they might be adding wings to the photos later on...

But during the shoot, they used a penlight to draw in the air right there, and we took the photos together.

Wait, can you really create beautiful wings like that!?
I was surprised, but when I saw the photos, I was extremely satisfied and even more amazed.

While the weather can vary from good to bad, and the location can be a bit tricky to find, I highly recommend it!

前日雨予報もあり、かなりソワソワしながら当日を迎えました。

宮古島なのでどこで星をみても綺麗なんですが、撮ってもらう場所はダントツで綺麗に感じました！
ホテル付近では見えない天の川がしっかりと見え、流れ星もすぐみる事ができました。

スタッフさんもとても親切で、島のオススメスポットを教えて下さったり、オススメポーズを指示して下さいました。

写真に羽を後から書いているのかなーと初めは思っていたのですが、、、

撮影してる時にペンライトを使ってその場で宙に書いて、一緒に撮影して下さいました。

え、そんなので綺麗な羽が出来るの！？
と、驚きましたが、写真を見てとても満足のいくもので更に驚きました。

天候によって良い日悪い日があるのと、場所が少しわかりづらいですが、大変オススメです！

On the first day of the trip, it was cloudy and the stars were not visible, so the event was canceled with the announcement, "It doesn't seem like we'll be able to see anything if we wait like this." They provided some explanations along the way, but they refunded the full amount. The next day, the weather looked promising, so I signed up again! The weather held up until the evening, and I was able to see the Milky Way! My husband loves stars, but I'm not very knowledgeable about them, so I was a bit anxious. However, they used a laser to explain the stars, which made it easy to understand! I saw Saturn through a telescope for the first time, and it was very moving!

旅行の1日目は曇で星が見えず「このまま待っていても見えそうに無いので」という案内で中止になってしまいました。途中まで説明もしてくれたけれど全額返金してくれました。
翌日、天気が良さそうだったので再度申し込みをしました！夜まで天気がもってくれて天の川も見れました！主人が星が好きですが私は詳しくないので、どうなのか不安もありましたがレーザーを使って星の説明をしてくれたので分かりやすかったです！初めて望遠鏡で土星をみましたがとても感動しました！

I made a reservation for the starry sky photo experience without fully understanding it, so I felt a bit anxious on the day of the event. When I arrived at the site, I was greeted by a breathtaking starry sky that was beyond words, and the kind staff made me feel at ease. The shot I took with the Milky Way, which I had longed for, became a lifelong memory. When I communicated the image I wanted, the photographer captured it just as I envisioned. This photo features us as silhouettes with the Milky Way prominently displayed. That day, it became the best photo that could only be taken there. I am truly grateful to the wonderful staff.

星空フォトをよく分からないまま予約をしてしまい少し不安なまま当日を迎えました。
現地について涙が出そうなほど、言葉では表せないほどの星空と、優しいスタッフの方が迎えてくれて安心しました。念願の天の川とのショットが一生の記念になりました。撮りたいイメージを伝えるとカメラマンの方がイメージ通り撮ってくれました。この写真は、2人はシルエットで天の川をドーンと写してほしいと言ったものです。その日、そこでしか絶対撮影出来ない最高の写真になりました。素敵なスタッフの方たちにも、本当に感謝です。

I participated hoping for a perfect starry sky, but unfortunately, it was cloudy. I could see a few stars here and there, but it was at a level where the night sky from my home might be prettier. It was far from the photos in the guidebook, and I can only express my disappointment.

満点の星空を期待して参加したのですが、あいにくの曇り空☁️少しの星が見えたり見えなくなったりで、家から見る夜空の方が綺麗かも⁈というレベルでした。ガイドブックに載っていた写真とは程遠く、残念の一言しかありません。

It was amazing! I was so moved to see the stars and the Milky Way with my own eyes!

Moreover, the light from the stars created a path of light on the sea, which was enchanting.

I went with friends, but I thought I would like to come back with my loved ones and family next time.

The staff were very kind, easy to talk to, and it was a lot of fun. This is the most recommended tour for a trip to Miyako Island.

最高でした！
こんなに肉眼で星と天の川が見れるなんて！感動です。

それに、星の明かりで、海に光の道ができていて幻想的でした。

友達と行きましたが、
今度は、大切な人や家族とも見に来たいと思いました。

スタッフの方とても親切で、話しやすく楽しかったです。
宮古島の旅行で1番おススメのツアーです。

It was a perfect starry sky, just as the title suggests! I was moved by a sky that I had only seen in a planetarium, and the hour passed by in the blink of an eye!

タイトル通り満点の星空でした！
プラネタリウムでしか見たことがないような星空に感動の1時間であっという間に終わりました！

This time, I visited Miyako Island for the first time and participated in a stargazing photo tour. I was worried about the weather since there was a forecast for rain and clouds until the day before, but on the day itself, it was beautifully clear, and I was able to see a sky full of stars. It was the first time in my life that I saw so many stars, and it was an incredibly moving experience that I can't usually have. The shooting location was easy to find, so I didn't get lost. The staff were friendly and kind, making it the best trip ever. If I have the chance to go to Miyako Island again, I would definitely like to participate again.

今回、初めて宮古島に行き初めて星空フォトツアーに参加させていただきました。
前日まで雨予報や曇りだったので天気が心配でしたが、当日は見事に晴れて満天の星空を見ることができました。人生であれだけ多くの星を見たのは初めてだったし、普段なかなかできないとても感動的な体験でした。撮影場所もわかりやすく迷わず行くことができました。スタッフの方も気さくで親切にしていただき、最高の旅行になりました。また宮古島に行くことがあればぜひ参加させていただきたいと思います。

I participated at the beginning of August. The weather was clear that day, and the starry sky was truly beautiful.

All the surrounding lights were turned off, and sitting in the reclining chair, there was nothing to obstruct the view of the stars. It was great that binoculars were also provided. The staff member spent an hour talking about constellations and planets, and it was incredibly interesting! They used a laser pointer to indicate the stars, which was surprising and made it very easy to understand.

I could see the Milky Way flowing in a dome shape. It really made me feel that Earth is within the galaxy. Additionally, I was able to see shooting stars several times during the explanation. I think it was the most moving moment of my trip to Ishigaki Island. If possible, I would love to visit multiple times throughout the seasons!

The staff were also kind, and I believe that as long as the weather is favorable, it can be an amazing experience. It seems that if the weather is bad, it's possible to change the date, so it might be a good idea to contact them directly if anything comes up.

Lastly, a word of caution! The road to the venue is scary! (laughs) It's dark, there are no streetlights, and driving for several minutes was quite frightening (laughs). I had rented a car and skimped on the transportation fee, but I think it's better for those who are not confident to use the shuttle service.

8月の頭に 参加させていただきました。その日は天気も晴れていて 本当に星空が綺麗でした。

周りの明かりも全て消してくれて
リクライニングシートに座っていると、星空を遮るものは何もありませんでした。双眼鏡も用意されていたのも良かったです。
スタッフのお兄さんが1時間かけて、星座や惑星のお話をしてくださいましたが、とってもとっても面白かったです！レーザーポインター？を使って星を示してくれたので それもびっくりでしたし、大変わかりやすかったです。

天の川がドーム状に流れているのが見えました。地球が銀河の中にいることを強く感じます。
また、解説中何度も流れ星を見ることができました。石垣島旅行で一番感動した時間だったと思います。
できることならば、季節を変えて何度も訪れたい、、！

スタッフの方々も親切でしたし、
天気さえ恵まれれば 最高の体験ができると思います。天気が悪かった場合 日にちを変えることも可能なみたいなので、何かあったら直接連絡を取って見るのが良いのではないでしょうか。

最後に注意点です！
会場までの道が怖い！笑
暗いし、街灯もなくて、車で数十分行くのはかなり怖かったです（笑） レンタカーを借りていたので送迎代をケチってしまったのですが、自信のない方は送迎使ったほうがいいと思います。

I couldn't forget the starry sky I saw during my last visit to Ishigaki Island, so for my second trip, I searched online to see that beautiful starry sky again and booked this starry sky cruise. I was really looking forward to the stars, but unfortunately, a typhoon was approaching, which made me anxious.

The day before, a female staff member called to confirm the meeting time, and I asked if it was still okay with the typhoon approaching. She reassured me, saying, "Even though a typhoon is approaching, it's in Naha, so Ishigaki is fine." I felt relieved as the day arrived.

As the evening approached, the wind started to pick up, and although it wasn't raining, there were some clouds, making me worry about whether we would be able to see the stars. When it was time to gather, I went to the store, and everything went smoothly for departure. As amateurs, we couldn't see anything at the port, but I hoped we would be able to see the stars once we set sail.

However, after moving for a while, we found that there were many Japan Coast Guard boats due to the approaching typhoon, and since we hadn't gone far from the port, the island's lights were still visible, and we could only see about three stars. The sky looked no different from what we could see from the island, and anyone with experience would know that you wouldn't be able to see stars just by going out to sea.

Since we couldn't see any stars at all, the guide seemed to be stalling with trivial chatter. I felt that 7,000 yen was way too expensive for this, and it was just frustrating. I heard that if it wasn't raining, the cruise wouldn't be canceled. If the weather looks bad, I recommend canceling early without hesitation.

The boat was impressive, so it might be worth it if the weather is good. Unfortunately, my last night in Ishigaki Island was ruined.

前回石垣島に来た時に見た星空が忘れられず、今回2回目の石垣島旅行でもう一度あの満点の星空が見たくてネットで探し、こちらの星空クルーズを予約しました。
1番楽しみにしていた星空でしたがあいにく台風が近づいており不安に思っていました。
前日スタッフの女性から集合時間等の確認の電話が入ったので、台風が近づいていますが大丈夫ですか？と伺った所、 「台風が近づいているといっても那覇の方なので石垣は大丈夫ですよ」との事。安心して当日を迎えました。
夕方につれて風が強くなってきており、雨は降ってなかったものの少々雲があり、星が見えるのか心配していました。
集合時間になり店舗へ伺うと何事もなく出発になりました。こちらも素人の為港では全く見えないけれど出航すれば見えるのかと思い期待して船に乗り込みました。
しかし、しばらく動いたものの台風前で海上保安庁の船も多く海上に出ており、港からもさほど離れていない為島の光もあり、3つ程しか星は見えませんでした。
島から見る空と全然変わらず、経験者であれば海に出た所で星が見えない事など分かりきっているはずです。
全く星が見えないのでガイドの方は時間稼ぎなのかどうでもいい雑談ばかり。これで7000円は高すぎてただただ腹立たしかったです。
聞くと雨が降らないと中止にならないとの事。天気が悪そうであれば迷わず早めのキャンセルをオススメします。
船は立派だったので天気が良ければ良いのかもしれません。
石垣島旅行最後の夜が台無しでした。

I couldn't forget the starry sky I saw during my last visit to Ishigaki Island, so for my second trip, I searched online to see that beautiful starry sky again and booked this stargazing cruise. I was really looking forward to it, but unfortunately, a typhoon was approaching, which made me anxious.

The day before, a female staff member called to confirm the meeting time, and I asked if it was okay since the typhoon was near. She reassured me, saying, "Even though the typhoon is approaching, it's in Naha, so Ishigaki is fine." I felt relieved as the day arrived.

As the evening approached, the wind started to pick up, and although it wasn't raining, there were some clouds, making me worry about whether we would be able to see the stars. When it was time to gather, I went to the store, and everything went smoothly for departure. As amateurs, we couldn't see anything at the port, but I hoped we would be able to see the stars once we set sail.

However, after moving for a while, we found that there were many Japan Coast Guard boats due to the approaching typhoon, and since we weren't far from the port, there was light from the island, so we could only see about three stars. The sky looked no different from what we could see from the island, and anyone with experience would know that you wouldn't see stars once you got out to sea.

Since we couldn't see any stars at all, the guide seemed to be stalling with irrelevant chatter. Paying 7,000 yen for this was far too expensive and just made me angry. I heard that the cruise wouldn't be canceled unless it was raining. If the weather looks bad, I recommend canceling early without hesitation.

The boat was impressive, so it might be worth it if the weather is good. Unfortunately, my last night in Ishigaki Island was ruined.

前回石垣島に来た時に見た星空が忘れられず、今回2回目の石垣島旅行でもう一度あの満点の星空が見たくてネットで探し、こちらの星空クルーズを予約しました。
1番楽しみにしていた星空でしたがあいにく台風が近づいており不安に思っていました。
前日スタッフの女性から集合時間等の確認の電話が入ったので、台風が近づいていますが大丈夫ですか？と伺った所、 「台風が近づいているといっても那覇の方なので石垣は大丈夫ですよ」との事。安心して当日を迎えました。
夕方につれて風が強くなってきており、雨は降ってなかったものの少々雲があり、星が見えるのか心配していました。
集合時間になり店舗へ伺うと何事もなく出発になりました。こちらも素人の為港では全く見えないけれど出航すれば見えるのかと思い期待して船に乗り込みました。
しかし、しばらく動いたものの台風前で海上保安庁の船も多く海上に出ており、港からもさほど離れていない為島の光もあり、3つ程しか星は見えませんでした。
島から見る空と全然変わらず、経験者であれば海に出た所で星が見えない事など分かりきっているはずです。
全く星が見えないのでガイドの方は時間稼ぎなのかどうでもいい雑談ばかり。これで7000円は高すぎてただただ腹立たしかったです。
聞くと雨が降らないと中止にならないとの事。天気が悪そうであれば迷わず早めのキャンセルをオススメします。
船は立派だったので天気が良ければ良いのかもしれません。
石垣島旅行最後の夜が台無しでした。

On the day, there was no moonlight, and the starry sky was magnificent! The staff's explanations were very easy to understand, and I was able to enjoy the summer night sky. I could see the rings of Saturn and shooting stars multiple times... I thoroughly enjoyed the starry sky of Yaeyama. The sanpin tea was also delicious.

当日は月の明かりが無く、そこには満天の星空が！スタッフの方のお話も非常にわかりやすく、夏の星空を楽しむことが出来ました。土星の輪が見えたり、流れ星が何度も…八重山の星空を存分に楽しめました。さんぴん茶も美味しかったです。