All Reviews for Top Okinawa Attractions

Ishigaki Island has beautiful seas everywhere. Traveling by bus was convenient. However, please be careful as there are many routes with infrequent service. Delays are also common.

石垣島は、何処でも海が綺麗です。
バスでの移動が便利でした。
本数が少ない路線も多いので気を付けて下さい。
遅延も多いです。

It was unfortunately a cloudy day, but the water was clear and there were no issues. Since we had booked during high tide, we were able to see a lot of corals and fish! The captain explained everything very well, and we even got to see sea turtles, which made us very satisfied!

あいにくの曇天でしたが、海の中は透明度が高くて問題なし。
ちょうど満潮近い時間帯の予約だったこともあり、たくさんの珊瑚や魚たちに会えました!
船長さんが上手に説明してくれ、ウミガメにも会えて大満足でした！！

At the end of December, there were many days with bad weather, but on the day of the tour, the weather happened to be nice, and we were able to enjoy a pleasant stroll through the mangroves. It was our first time paddling a canoe by ourselves, but the guides were very patient, making it comfortable even for beginners.

12月末は天気が悪い日が多かったですが、ツアーの日はたまたま天気がよく、気持ちよくマングローブを散策することができました。自分たちでカヌーを漕ぐのは初めてでしたが、ゆっくり案内してくれるので、初心者でも安心でした。

I wanted to easily explore various places, especially to visit a limestone cave, so I decided on this tour! Unfortunately, it rained, but it was just as I expected. We got to ride on a glass-bottom boat, and even in the rain, we could clearly see the corals, fish, and sea turtles! The guide was just as he introduced himself, constantly chatting away, playing the sanshin, singing, and dancing, so I never got bored on the bus. The driver was also very kind and drove safely.

楽チンに色んなところ巡りたいのと、とくに鍾乳洞に行きたくて、本ツアーに決めました！あいにくの雨でしたが、期待通りの内容でした。グラスボートも乗れて、雨でもサンゴや魚、海ガメもしっかり見れました！ガイドさんは「思いついたことどんどん喋りますんで〜」と前置きされた通りにずーっと喋りっぱなし、三線弾いて唄をうたい、踊りも踊って、バスの中では退屈しませんでした。運転手さんも安全運転で優しい方でした。

On the Toei Bus, if you purchase at the terminal, payment is only accepted in cash.

If you use Veltra, credit card payment is possible.

You can also earn credit card points.

東バスの車内、ターミナルで購入すると
支払いは、現金払いのみ。

ベルトラを利用すると
クレジット決済可能です。

クレジットのポイントも貯まる。

You can paddle through a river surrounded by various types of mangroves in a kayak. It felt like being an explorer as we went under the mangroves and, during high tide, even entered caves.

Even for those who are kayaking for the first time, the guide provides thorough instructions, making it easy to paddle intuitively. Additionally, it's safe for families with small children since two people can ride together, allowing an adult to assist.

数種類のマングローブに囲まれた河をカヤックで進んでいきます。マングローブの下を潜ったり、潮位が高い時は洞窟の中にも入れるようで探検家になったような気分で楽しめました。
カヤックが初めての人でもガイドさんが丁寧に教えてくれるので、感覚的に漕いで進んでいけます。また小さな子どもがいても2人乗りで大人がフォロー出来るので安心です。

I chose this course mainly for the Churaumi Aquarium. Considering the price, I was generally satisfied with the bus guide's explanations and the punctuality of the meeting times.

However, I was disappointed with the Pineapple Park. The tour guests were guided here by the staff, but unfortunately, most of the people in the tour got lost. It took a long time to get to the exit, and I couldn't ride the cart that I was looking forward to... If they had guided us from the beginning, indicating which way to go for the cart and which way for the park tour, I could have taken the cart. I think it's better not to follow the older gentleman.

美ら海水族館メインでこのコースを選べました。価格からしたら、バスガイドさんの解説があったり、集合時刻の正確さだったり、概ね満足です。
　残念なのは、パイナップルパークです。ツアーのお客様はこちらと、係の人に案内されましたが、いつの間、ツアーの大半の人達は迷子になってしまいました。出口に行くのに時間がかかり、楽しみにしていた、カートには乗れず、、、最初から、カートの人はこちら、園内見学はこちらと案内してくださればカートに乗れたのに、、と思います。おじさんについて行かない方がいいです。

The weather was rainy and not great, but the lighting at the Ishigaki Island limestone cave was beautiful. I was lucky to see sea turtles on the optional glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay. The view from Tamatorizaki Observatory was also amazing. I thought it would be even more wonderful if the weather had been nice, and I felt like I wanted to visit again. For lunch, I had Okinawan home-cooked dishes, which had a gentle flavor. I would like to come back again when the weather is nice.

天気は雨模様でイマイチでしたが、石垣島鍾乳洞のライトアップは綺麗でした。川平湾ではオプションのグラスボートで海亀を見れたのがラッキーでした。玉取崎展望台の景色も最高でした。天気が良ければもっと素晴らしいと思う思うと、また訪れたいと思いました。昼食も沖縄の家庭料理で、優しい味でした。また、天気のいい時にもう一度、来たいと思います。

During my three days in Ishigaki, it seems there are two bus companies available. On the first day, I opted for touch payment. On the second day, I used it to travel towards Kabira, and on the third day, I used it for the trip from Kabira to in front of San-A, which concluded the 24-hour period. From San-A to the airport, I used touch payment again. As a result, if I had used my Beltora points, it would have balanced out, but otherwise, the five-day pass would be more economical.

石垣3日間で、バス会社が2つあるようなので、初日はタッチ決済にしてしまいました。2日目、川平方面への移動に使用し、3日目は川平からサンエー前までの移動で24時間が終わり、サンエー前から空港はタッチ決済になりました。結果、ベルトラのポイントを使っていればトントン、そうでなければ5日券の方がお得です。

When I got on the bus, I showed the driver my voucher and was able to exchange it right away. It was very smooth.

バスに乗り込んだ時に運転手さんにバウチャーをお見せしてすぐに引き換えてもらえました。とてもスムーズでした。

It was a windy day, so we couldn't ride the glass boat at Kabira Bay, but I think it's a great way to efficiently tour the attractions of Ishigaki Island. If you want to buy black pearls, make sure to bring plenty of money!

風が強い日で川平湾のグラスボートは乗れませんでしたが、効率よく石垣島の観光スポットを周るにはとてもいいと思います。黒真珠を買いたい人は、お金いっぱいもっていこう！

On my days off, I take long-distance buses. As someone who loves airplanes ✈️, I always make sure to make one round trip to the airport within five days.

It's quite a good deal on tickets.

休日は、長距離路線バスを乗ってます。
飛行機✈️が、好きな私は、5日間で
必ず空港1往復します。

かなりお得なチケットです。

I was able to relax at the Churaumi Aquarium. If I had to wish for something, I would have liked to have a bit more time at American Village to see the illuminations, but overall, I was very satisfied. I participated alone, but I was able to talk with others who were also there alone, as well as families, making it a fun tour and a great memory.

美ら海水族館でゆっくりできました。欲を言えば、アメリカンビレッジに、もう少し滞在時間があってイルミネーションが見られたら良かったとは思いますが、十分満足できるものでした。私は、1人参加でしたが、同じく1人参加の方や、親子参加の方とお話しでき、楽しいツアーで、良い思い出になりました。

The deciding factors for choosing this plan were the transportation service available at the end of the year, the acceptance of younger elementary school students, and the flexible responses noted in the reviews.

This December was colder than last year, and I was anxious until the last minute, but they changed the location to a calmer sea with less wind and provided thorough explanations in advance. The elementary school students also understood how to put on the equipment well.

Not only did we get to see beautiful tropical fish in orange, blue, and stripes, but we also spotted three turtles, just as they promised! We even got some great photos! Thank you for creating wonderful memories in Okinawa. I highly recommend this experience to anyone planning to go.

年末に送迎付きプランをやっていること、小学低学年でも受け入れを行っていること、口コミから臨機応変に対応してくださっていることが決めてでした。
　今年の12月は昨年より寒く直前まで、不安でしたが、風の少ない海に変更してくださり、丁寧に事前に説明がありました。また小学生も装備の付け方がよくわかったそうです。
　オレンジ、青、シマシマ、キレイな熱帯魚が見放題だったたけじゃなく、亀も見せます！という宣言通り三匹も発見。これで写真まで！沖縄の素敵な思い出になりありがとうございました。ぜひ行く方にはオススメしたいです。

I made a reservation for a day's activities, but unfortunately, the snorkeling in the afternoon was canceled due to strong winds. I only participated in canoeing, but it turned out to be a great experience. I'm glad I joined.

First, the day before → I received a phone call in the evening to confirm the time and location for participation. It was very polite. However, while asking for height was fine, asking for weight was a bit much... It would have been better to ask which size of life jacket (S, M, L) I preferred.

On the day → We gathered in front of the red post box 📮, and the meeting place was easy to find, so I didn't get lost. Foreigners and Japanese participants were separated into different groups. I was with only Japanese participants.

In the car, we used an app to register the consent form. Until we arrived, the guide provided information. During this time, the guide, Taishi, recommended delicious restaurants and menu items, which I actually visited. I'm really glad I got those recommendations. It was incredibly helpful advice.

During the activity → There were two guides for four groups of participants. I heard that some people might hurt their backs, which I thought was unlikely, but the position for getting into the canoe was quite tough 💦.

Along the way, the guide took pictures, and I received all the photos as data. They sent me about 20 pictures.

After the activity → I borrowed a free shower to change. I wonder if the shower room doesn't have a lock... that was a bit concerning.

Overall, the quality of the guides was high. The photo service was also good. The content and duration of the activities were just right. It was disappointing that the snorkeling was canceled, but I will definitely participate next time! I had a lot of fun.

1日のアクティビティに予約しましたが、残念ながら風が強くて午後のシュノーケルは中止になりました。
カヌーだけの参加となりましたが、すごくいい体験になりました。参加してよかったです。
まず前日→夕方に電話がかかってきて参加時間場所などの確認があり。すごく丁寧。ただ、身長はいいけど体重まで聞かれるのは…ライフジャケットはS.M.Lどれがいいかくらいの聞き方が良かった…
当日→赤いポスト前集合📮集合場所は分かりやすくて迷わず。外国人と日本人は別々のグループで分けてくれていた。同行は日本人のみ。
車の中でアプリを使って同意書の登録。到着まではガイドさんから案内。この時のガイドたいしさんから美味しいお店やメニューを教えていただいて、実際行きました。教えてもらってて本当よかった。めちゃくちゃありがたいアドバイスでした。
アクティビティ中→参加者4組に対してガイドは2人ついてくれた。
腰を痛める人もいるとかで、まさか〜と思ったけど、カヌーに乗る態勢ってなかなか辛い💦
途中ガイドさんが写真をとってくれて、写真はすべてデータでもらえます。20枚くらい送ってくれました。
解散後→無料のシャワーをかりて着替えました。シャワー室は鍵がついてないのかな…ちょっと不安ですね。
全体としてガイドさんたちの質が高い。写真撮影などのサービスもよい。アクティビティの内容も時間もちょうどいい。
シュノーケル中止は残念でしたが、次回ぜひ参加します！凄く楽しかったです。

In late December, I participated in a day trip from Ishigaki Island for a mangrove forest canoeing and buffalo cart tour on Yubu Island.

On the day of the trip, due to rough seas, the Uehara route was canceled, so we took the 7:30 ferry to Ohara Port and used the ferry company's bus to get to Uehara Port. (I heard that cancellations are common during this time of year.)

In the morning, we experienced canoeing in the mangrove forest. The strong winds made paddling difficult, but it felt like a jungle adventure, and it was a truly valuable experience.

For lunch, we went to a restaurant recommended by our guide and filled our stomachs with curry fried rice.

In the afternoon, we headed to Yubu Island. Although the sky was unfortunately cloudy, we enjoyed a performance of the sanshin (a traditional Okinawan instrument) while riding in the buffalo cart. On Yubu Island, we also had the opportunity to interact with the water buffalo, which was very satisfying.

Finally, we were taken back to Ohara Port. We participated as a family with two toddlers, but we thoroughly enjoyed the great nature of Iriomote Island.

Thank you to all the staff at pipi!

12月下旬、石垣島から日帰りでマングローブ林カヌー&由布島水牛車ツアーに参加しました。
当日は時化のため、上原航路は欠航、7:30の便で大原港へ向かい、上原港まではフェリー会社のバスを利用しました。（この時期は欠航になることが多いそう。）
午前中はマングローブ林カヌー体験でした。風が強く漕ぐのが大変でしたがジャングル探検感覚で大変貴重な経験ができました。
お昼はガイドの方に教えていただいたお店へ。カレーチャーハン？でお腹を満たしました。
午後は由布島へ。あいにくの曇り空でしたが水牛車の中では三線の演奏もあり楽しめました。由布島の中では水牛に触って楽しめる体験もでき、大満足でした。
最後は大原港へ送迎していただきました。
幼児2人連れのファミリーでの参加でしたが、西表島の大自然を満喫できました。
pipiのスタッフの皆様ありがとうございました。

In the morning, I experienced canoeing! The wind was strong, making it difficult to paddle, but the staff helped me out, which was a great relief. I also had my 3-year-old and 5-year-old children with me, and they had a lot of fun. We were able to see the mangroves up close, which made for a wonderful experience. I learned that there are various types of mangroves and gained insights into the different adaptations they have for survival.

In the afternoon, we rode water buffalo to Yubu Island. It was my first time being pulled by a water buffalo, and I was moved by their earnestness. The buffalo we had on the way there and back were different, each with their own unique personalities and ways of pulling, which was quite interesting. The sanshin music and singing were also lovely.

Thank you for the transportation service. It was a truly great experience.

午前はカヌー体験しました！風が強く、漕ぐのが大変でしたが、スタッフの方にお手伝いいただき、助かりました。また、3歳と5歳の子どもがいましたが、とっても楽しんでいました。マングローブを間近に見ることができ、とてもいい体験になりました。マングローブも色々な種類があるのですね。生きるための様々な工夫も勉強になりました。
午後は水牛に乗り由布島へ。水牛に初めて引っ張ってもらい、健気な姿に感動しました。行きと帰りで違う子でしたが、性格もそれぞれ違く、引き方もそれぞれ違く、面白かったです。三線と歌も素敵でした。
送迎もありがとうございました。
とてもいい体験でした。

I originally had a snorkeling reservation on a different island, but I received a cancellation notice the day before, and I was wondering what to do. That's when I found and booked this tour departing from Ishigaki Island with the same company. Due to the wave conditions, we couldn't go to the Blue Cave and had to change to snorkeling at the beach, but I was just grateful that they were able to hold the event since it was the main highlight of my trip.

The guide mentioned that there weren't many creatures around today, but I was able to see plenty of fish, and it was a lot of fun. I heard that there aren't many days in winter when you can go to the Blue Cave, so I would like to try again in a different season.

元々違う島でシュノーケリングの予約していましたが前日に中止の連絡があり、どうしようかなと思っていたところ同じ会社の石垣島発のこちらのツアーを見つけて予約しました。波の状況で青の洞窟には行けずビーチでシュノーケリングに変更になりましたが、旅のメインイベントだったので開催してもらえただけでもありがたかったです。
ガイドさんは今日はあんまり生きものいないなぁとおっしゃっていましたが、全然たくさんのお魚をみることができて楽しかったです。
冬は青の洞窟に行ける日があまりないとの事だったのでまた違う季節にリベンジしたいと思います。

At the Churaumi Aquarium, the parking lot was quite a distance away, but seeing my companion struggling to walk, I appreciated the consideration to allow us to drive to the entrance of the aquarium. Thank you very much.

美ら海水族館で駐車場からかなり距離がありましたが、歩きにくそうにしていた同行者を見て水族館の入口まで車で移動できるよう配慮していただきました。ありがとうございました。

Gyokusendo Cave is much larger than I had imagined, and it took more time than expected. Even though it's December, it's still Okinawa! It was hot and quite challenging (>ㅿ<;;).

玉泉洞は想像していたよりも遥かに規模が大きく、思いのほか時間がかかりました。
12月とはいえ、さすが沖縄！暑くて大変でした(>ㅿ<;;)

This time, I booked a tour for mangrove canoeing and a visit to Yufu Island, and I had a really enjoyable time. Paddling through the mangrove forest felt wonderful and was also quite mystical. I was able to see water buffalo up close, which was very satisfying!!

Additionally, our tour guide, "Macchan," was a kind person of the same generation, which made the experience even better! We were able to share various personal stories, which enhanced our enjoyment of the tour. For lunch, he recommended several dishes, and I was thrilled to be able to try "squid ink yakisoba, soki soba, gulkun burger, coffee, and pineapple cake."

I highly recommend this tour, so if you're considering it, definitely go for it!!

今回はマングローブカヌーと、由布島観光のツアーを申し込み、とても楽しい時間でした。
マングローブの森の中をカヌーで進んでゆくのはとても気持ちが良く、また神秘的でもありました。
水牛も間近で見ることができ、大満足です！！
また、ツアーガイドの「まっちゃん」が同世代で優しい人柄で最高でした！
お互いの身の上話も色々とできて、より一層ツアーを楽しめました。
ランチもいろいろ教えてくださり、「イカスミ焼きそば、ソーキそば、グルクンバーガー、コーヒーにパイナップルケーキ」とたくさん食べることができて嬉しかったです。

本当におすすめのツアーなので、迷われている方がいればぜひ！！

I was moved by the incredibly kind guide! It was my first time kayaking and I was nervous, but they supported me so patiently that I got used to it quickly. Along the way, they encouraged me by saying, "You're doing great!" which made me feel really reassured.

優しすぎるガイドさんに感動した！　カヤックが初めてで緊張してたけど、丁寧にサポートしてくれてすぐに慣れた。途中で「いいペースですよ！」って声をかけてくれて、すごく安心した。

I participated alone.
If it's your first time in Okinawa, I think it's enough to cover the key spots, even if it's a bit rushed.
You can also buy meals and souvenirs.
One thing that bothered me a bit was that the foreign person in front of me reclined their seat quite a bit, which made it very cramped.
On the way back, perhaps due to traffic, the driving was quite rough, and I felt a bit nauseous. If you're going to hit the weekday rush hour, I think it would be better to depart a little earlier.
However, the staff on the bus were kind, polite, and worked hard, so overall, I’m glad I participated.

一人で参加しました。
沖縄初めてでしたら、駆け足ですが要所を回るには十分だと思います。
食事もお土産も買えます。
少し気になったのは、前の席の外国の方がシートをかなり下げてきたので、非常にキツくなった。
帰りは渋滞したためか、結構運転が荒く、若干酔いました。平日の帰宅ラッシュにぶつかるのであれば、少し早い時間に出発しても良いかと思いました。
なお、バス内の従業員の方は親切丁寧で、一生懸命でしたので、総合的には参加して良かったです。

Thanks to this pass, I was able to travel not only between the airport and the bus terminal but also to various other places. It's really a great deal for 2,000 yen, valid for 120 hours.

このパスのお陰で空港ーバスターミナル間の移動は元よりいろいろな所を周ることができました。
１２０時間有効で２０００円は本当にお得です。

I was able to visit Kouri Island without using a car or rental car.

At the Tropical Dream Center, the ticket I submitted at the reception had the previous day's date, so they checked it for me, and I was able to enter safely and enjoy the exhibits at my leisure.

American Village was beautiful with Christmas illuminations, and I wished I could have stayed longer.

車やレンタカーを利用せずに古宇利島に行けました。

熱帯ドリームセンターは受付に提出したチケットが
前日の日付になっていたので確認していただき
無事、入場できてゆっくりと鑑賞できました。

アメリカンビレッジはクリスマスのイルミネーションで綺麗で
もっと滞在したかったです。

They came to pick me up at the hotel and guided me to the best spot to see sea turtles. They even suggested a sightseeing schedule. I would like to request their services again!

ホテルまで迎えに来てくださり、海亀が見れる最高のスポットを案内してくれました。
観光スケジュールの提案までしてくれました。またお願いしたいです！

Ishigaki Island is surprisingly large. Biking is tough, so if you don't have a license, you'll have to rely on taxis or buses. Since there are few taxis, you'll inevitably have to take the bus.

石垣島は意外と大きいです。
自転車は、ハードなので、免許がない場合、タクシーかバスになります。
タクシーは台数が少ないので、必然的にバスしか有りません。

The blue cave where light shines through is truly mystical! The guide told us, "This is the most beautiful part," and the view when I looked up was like a scene from a movie. It was a series of breathtaking moments!

光が差し込む青の洞窟は本当に神秘的！　ガイドさんが「ここからが一番きれいですよ」と教えてくれて、見上げた景色がまるで映画のワンシーンみたいだった。感動の連続！

I was hoping to go snorkeling, but due to bad weather, it was changed. What a shame.

In the morning, I went on a mangrove canoe tour guided by Matsushita, also known as Macchan. We paddled up the river with mangroves on both sides. The current was gentle, and while listening to explanations about the island, we smoothly made our way forward, enjoying the magnificent nature. Before turning back, we landed on the shore to see some plants and a waterfall. On the way back, we relaxed and arrived at the estuary without having to paddle.

After a lunch break, in the afternoon, we went canyoning guided by Shogo. We walked over rocky areas, jumped in about three times, and slid down the stream. At the waterfall, we enjoyed being hit by the flow, going behind it, and fully experiencing the great outdoors! When climbing the rocks or jumping into the river, the guides carefully showed us where to place our feet, allowing us to play safely.

Canoeing and canyoning may seem difficult, but the guides pay close attention and teach you, so there were no injuries, and it's fine even for beginners. I think even elementary school students can do it. Since we came all the way to Iriomote Island, I believe it's better to leave it to the guides to fully enjoy the island's nature and play safely, plus they teach you various things about the island, which is very helpful.

This time it was winter, so unfortunately the weather wasn't great, but I was very satisfied. Especially canyoning is definitely worth doing at least once!

Also, they provide wetsuits, so it wasn't cold, and we could use the shower after the experience. We got to take a lot of photos as well. I was a bit anxious since it was an unfamiliar place and I was meeting the guides for the first time, but everything turned out to be great!

シュノーケリングを希望していましたが、荒天のため変更になってしまいました。残念。

午前中はまっちゃんこと松下さんのガイドの元、マングローブカヌーでした。マングローブを両サイドに見ながら、川を上っていきます。流れも穏やかで、島の説明を聞き、雄大な自然を見ながら、スイスイ進んでいきます。折り返し前に陸地に上陸し、植物を見たり、滝を見たり。帰りは漕がなくてものんびりしながら河口につきました。

お昼休憩を挟んで、午後は翔吾さんガイドの元、キャニオニング。岩場を歩いて、途中3回ほど飛び込みをしたり、沢を滑り降りたりしました。滝では、流れに打たれたり、裏側へ回ったり、大自然を満喫しました！岩場を登る時や川に飛び込む時も、足の置き場まで丁寧に教えてくださり、安全に遊べました。

カヌーもキャニオニングも難しそうに感じますが、ガイドさんが細かく見てくれ、教えてくださるので、怪我もないですし、初めてでも大丈夫です。小学生でも大丈夫だと思いました。
せっかく西表島に来るからには、島の自然を満喫でき、楽しく安全に遊べるよう、ガイドさんにお任せしたほうがいいと思いますし、島の色んなことも教えてもらえるので、とても助かります。
今回は冬だったので、あいにくの天気でしたが、大満足でした。特にキャニオニングは一度やる価値有りです！

あと、ウエットスーツは貸してもらえるので寒くはないですし、体験後シャワーも使えました。写真もたくさん撮ってもらえました。なんとなく、始まるまでは知らない土地だし、ガイドさんも初めて会うので不安でしたが、色々ハズレなし感でした。

It was a day filled with visiting the famous tourist spots of Ishigaki Island. I'm really glad I participated in this tour.

朝から一日、石垣島の有名観光名所のいいところを巡る旅になりました。
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参加して本当によかったと思います。