All Reviews for Kabira Bay

This time, I used a bus tour for my solo trip. It was great to be able to circle around Ishigaki Island, and the guide's explanations were enjoyable and easy to understand, with lovely singing as well. I was able to learn things that I wouldn't have known without the bus tour, which was very nice. I thoroughly enjoyed my solo trip. Thank you very much.

今回、一人旅ということでバスツアーを利用させていただきました。石垣島を一周できて、ガイドさんの説明も楽しかったり分かりやすく、歌も素敵でした。バスツアーではないとわからない事も聞けてとても良かったです。
一人旅満喫できました。ありがとうございました。

The tour to the remote islands was canceled due to the typhoon, so I signed up to participate on short notice. There were some issues considering the price. I hope to join next time when the weather is nice.

台風の影響で離島のツアーが中止になり急遽申し込み参加。料金の割にはどころがありました。次は天気の良い時に参加したいと思います。

- This is a very efficient plan for sightseeing in Ishigaki Island for those who do not drive.
- By the third day, when we were starting to feel tired, the relaxed morning departure and the option for hotel pickup and airport drop-off were great.
- The scenery was beautiful, of course, but the history of the Tomb of the Chinese and the explanation of the island songs from our guide were very moving.
- As mentioned in other comments, if you take a glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay, you won't have time to enjoy the view from the observation deck, so we went to see the scenery of Kabira Bay separately.

・初めての石垣島観光で、車を運転しない者にとって、とても効率良く石垣島の観光地を周れるプランです。
・そろそろ疲れの出始めた3日目でしたが、朝の出発もゆったりで、ホテルでのピックアップおよび空港下車が選択出来たのも良かったです。
・景色が美しいのはもちろんでしたが、ガイドさんから伺った唐人墓の歴史や、島唄の解説はとても感慨ふかかったです。
・他の方のコメントにもありましたが、川平湾でグラスボートに乗ると、展望台からの景色を観る時間はなくなってしまうので、私たちは川平湾の景色は別途観に行きました。

I was looking forward to having a guide who was an older man, but it turned out to be a woman. She was very experienced and I was able to hear various stories, which was nice in its own way. She made sure to take us to photogenic spots and helped us take as many pictures as possible at Kabira Bay.

The time spent at each landmark was short, but given that we wanted to see as much as possible within the time frame, it couldn't be helped. On the plus side, we were able to visit many places, which was fulfilling.

Since this was my several visits to Ishigaki Island, there were places I had already been to, but there was also new information, so I never got bored.

おじいのガイドが楽しみだったんですが、女性の方でした。経験豊富で、いろんな話も聞けましたし、それはそれでよかったです。写真写りがいい場所だとか、川平湾でできるだけ写真が撮れるようにと配慮してくれました。
各名所での滞在時間が短いですが、時間内に回ろうと思えば仕方ないですね。その分、たくさんの場所に行けて充実しています。
何回目かの石垣島なので、既に行ったことがある場所もあったのですが、新情報もあって飽きることはなかったです。

I made a reservation the day before. I heard that the "Uncle Guide" has days off, and we were lucky to have him on that day, but if you can choose your schedule, I recommend checking in advance to ensure that the Uncle Guide is available on the day you book.

The pamphlet was specifically for the tour, so it was very clear about where we were going next and how long it would take, which gave me a great sense of reassurance. Kabira Bay was as beautiful as I had heard, but personally, I preferred Tamatorizaki Observatory!! It was incredibly beautiful even in October.

The Uncle Guide's explanations were very easy to understand and entertaining, so I found myself completely absorbed. Along the way, he played the sanshin and sang Yaeyama folk songs! I was really glad it was an Uncle Guide day (*・∀・*).

If I had to mention something, it would be that the Uncle Guide's voice was sometimes a bit quiet (I heard that people from Okinawa generally have soft voices), so it might be better to sit in the front seats of the bus.

前日に予約しました。「おじさんガイド」はお休みの日もあるとのこと、私たちはなまたまその日おじさんガイドでラッキーでしたが、日程を選べる場合はあらかじめ問い合わせて、おじさんガイドがお休みでない日に予約されることをお勧めします。
パンフレットがツアー専用なので、次はどこに行くのか、どれぐらいかかるかなど全て分かりやすく、非常に安心感のあるツアーでした。川平湾は聞いていた通りの綺麗さでしたが、それよりも個人的には玉取崎展望台がよかった！！10月なのにすごく綺麗です。

おじさんガイドの説明もすごく分かりやすく、かつ面白いので、ついつい聞き入ってしまいます。途中では三線を引かながら八重山の民謡を歌ってくださいます！本当におじさんガイドの日でよかったです(*・∀・*)

強いていうのであれば、おじさんガイドはたまに声が小さいので(沖縄の方は皆さん声が小さいと伺いました)、バスの前の席に座った方がいいかもしれません。

I had an amazing time!! The guide was fantastic!! The weather was great too, just perfect!!

I was planning to visit a remote island, so my stay in Ishigaki Island was short, and I was wondering what to do when I found this tour. The price was reasonable, and I thought, "What could it be like?" So I decided to join, and it was the right choice!!

The lunch at the restaurant with a great view was delicious as well. Thank you very much.

すごく楽しかったです‼️
ガイドさんも最高‼️
お天気も良くて、最高‼️

離島に渡る予定でしたので、石垣島の滞在時間が短くて、どうしようかなぁと思っているところにこのツアーを見つけました。
お値段も安いし、どんなもんかな❓と、参加してみたら、大正解‼️

眺めの良いレストランでのお昼ごはんも美味しかったです。
ありがとうござました。

The bus guide's explanations and the sanshin performance were excellent, and the singing was amazing. There was also a café time along the way, making it a great value for the cost.

バスガイドさんの説明や三線が、うまくて歌声がすごいです。途中でカフェタイムもあり、コスト的にもお得ですよ。

The wonderful sound of the sanshin and the lovely singing voice. I brought my child, and I was happy that they frequently engaged with us. I would definitely like to participate again.

ステキな三線の音色とステキな歌声。子どもを連れて行ったのですが、こまめに話しかけて下さって嬉しかったです。また、ぜひ参加したいです。

We used this service for a family trip that included my mother and my husband's mother. While our family played at the beach, the two mothers took a bus tour. They said the guide's stories were interesting and that the places they visited were very nice.

On the way there, they picked us up from the hotel, but it was a bit unclear that we would be dropped off at the bus terminal on the way back. However, they kindly explained the bus details, including where to board, so we were able to return without any issues.

私・主人の母含めた家族旅行で利用。
私たち家族が海で遊んでいる間に、母２人がバスツアーを利用しました。ガイドさんの話が面白くて、まわったところもとてもよかったと言っていました。
行きはホテルに迎えに来てもらったのですが、帰りはバスターミナル解散というのがわかりずらかったです。
でもホテルまでのバスについて、乗り場など丁寧に教えてくれ、問題なく帰ってこれました。

I used this service for my first trip to Ishigaki. It was incredibly hot, but I was moved by the stunning views. The guide sang and played the sanshin for us. What a wonderful voice they have! I was enchanted. On the flight back, I was thinking about when I could visit Ishigaki again. I would love to use this service again next time! Thank you very much.

初めての石垣旅行で利用しました。すっごい暑かったけど、絶景を見れて感動しました。ガイドさんが三線で弾き語りして下さいました。いいお声の持ち主ですねえ。うっとりしました。帰りの飛行機の中で、次いつまた石垣行こうかなあーって考えてました。次回もまた御世話になりたいです！本当にありがとうございました。

I participated in the morning session on the last day. The weather was great, and the guide's stories were very enjoyable, allowing us to efficiently see various sites. The guide also acted as a photographer, and we were able to take many pictures.

At Kabira Bay, we didn't ride the glass-bottom boat; instead, we took photos and strolled around the park. If you ride the glass-bottom boat, you can't take pictures leisurely. You can only snap a few from the observation deck. It seems that we were the only ones on this tour who didn't ride the glass-bottom boat, as most people do.

This tour conveniently drops you off at Ishigaki Airport, which was very helpful.

By the way, the bus has the ocean view on the left side, and the mountain view on the right side where the driver's seat is. Everyone in our group sat on the left side (laughs).

最終日の午前中発に参加しました。
お天気もよく、ガイドさんのお話もとても
楽しく、効率よく各所みることができました。
ガイドさんはカメラマンにもなってくれて、たくさん写真におさめることがでしました。

川平湾ではグラスボートには乗らず、公園内で写真を撮ったり散策してました。
グラスボートに乗ると、ゆっくりとは写真などは撮れません。展望台でささっと撮るくらいです。
今回のツアーでグラスボートに乗らなかったのは私たちだけだったので、だいたい乗られるみたいですね。

このツアーでは石垣空港で降ろしてくれるので、
とても便利でした。

ちなみにバスは左側の席が海側で、運転席の右側が山側になります。今回の参加者全員が左側に座ってました(笑)

I came to Ishigaki Island for my birthday trip for the first time. I signed up for a tour to quickly visit some famous spots, but maybe because it's an island, the bus's air conditioning was broken, and we had to switch buses in the intense heat. The replacement bus wasn't great either. The driver was nice, though. I got really sweaty and felt a bit nauseous, so I couldn't eat much for lunch... After the tour, I moved on to Iriomote Island and felt even worse. I ended up feeling very tired. I wonder if it's because of my age.

今回初めて石垣島に誕生日旅行で来てみました。とりあえずざっと名所めぐりをしたく、申込んだツアーですが、島だから？かバスのエアコンが壊れ、物凄い暑さのなかバス交換となり、その後も交換したバスもイマイチでした。運転手さんは感じ良かったけれど。汗だくになり少々気持ち悪くなった事もあり昼食もすすまず…。ツアーのあと西表島へ移動しましてさらに具合が悪くなり。
何だかとても疲れた。歳かしらね。

It was a very enjoyable time with a small group, and the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay was also very relaxing. The guide's sanshin performance was great too.

少人数で、移動もゆったりでき川平湾のグラスボートもとても楽しいひと時でした。
ガイドさんの三線も良かったです。

I enjoyed seeing beautiful scenery and a lot of fish on the glass-bottom boat. It was only half a day, but I was very satisfied. The guide was kind and fun as well.

きれいな景色を見たり、グラスボートでたくさんの魚を見たり
半日でしたが大満足です。
ガイドさんも優しく楽しい方でした。

The lunch venue and Tamatorizaki Observatory were breathtaking spots.
At Kabira Bay, there isn't enough time to visit the scenic spots when you take the glass-bottom boat.
The bus is old, so the seat pitch is a drawback.

昼食会場、および、玉取崎展望台が絶景スポットでした
川平湾は、グラスボートに乗車すると時間がなく、絶景スポットに行けません
バスは古いため、シートピッチが狭いのが難点です

The staff at the reception were very kind and left a good impression. I was a bit nervous on my first solo trip and was flustered, forgetting my umbrella at the hotel, but their gentle response made me feel very reassured. In the end, the umbrella was tucked away in the back of my luggage, originally in my carry-on bag, but I ended up wasting energy going back and forth to the hotel. However, I was able to enjoy the sightseeing thanks to the guide's excellent commentary and the driver's safe driving. The weather was such that I didn't need to use the umbrella at all, but I look forward to participating again on a sunny day when I can enjoy the views of Kabira Bay and Tamatorizaki without worrying about an umbrella. The option to stop at the airport was also very convenient and meaningful for first-timers or those who do not rent a car, making it a great way to make the most of the last day.

受付の方がとても親切で好感がもてました。初めての一人旅で何かと緊張ぎみで、傘をホテルに忘れたとかバタバタとしてましたが、優しい対応でとても安心できました。結局傘は荷物の奥の方におさまっててもともとキャリーバッグの中にあったのですがホテルまで往復し無駄な体力を使ってしまいましたが、バスもガイドさんの名調子とドライバーさんの安全運転で楽しく観光ができました。天気も最後まで傘を使う事はありませんでしたが、今度は傘の心配のいらない晴れた日の川平湾や玉取崎の景観を楽しみにまた参加したいと思いました。空港での途中下車もでき
ので初めての方やレンタカーを借りない方などの最終日の有効活用になりとても便利で有意義な
ツアーだと感じました。

Exploring the breathtaking spots of Ishigaki Island.
The weather wasn't great, but the charming male guide kept us entertained with his stories.
I thought the restaurant for lunch was quite good for this type of tour.

石垣島の絶景スポットめぐり。
天候は今一つでしたが、こなれた男性ガイドの方のおしゃべりで、楽しませて頂きました。
昼食のレストランもこの手のツアーにしてはまずまずおいしかったと思います。

Despite being late March, the day of the tour was marked by thick clouds and strong winds, which meant we had to spend our time at Kawahira Park and the tea time (originally a scenic café) without much enjoyment.

The only highlight was the Yonehara Tropical Rainforest. We took a short 10-minute stroll through the rainforest, and the well-maintained pathways made it safe for older visitors.

We departed from the bus terminal at 2 PM with a group of 11. We made stops at four locations, including a café, and returned to the bus terminal at 5:30 PM, arriving 20 minutes early due to the bad weather. The afternoon course does not go via the airport.

The guide was kind, and we were able to comfortably visit the attractions, so it wasn't bad at all. However, I believe that poor weather inevitably lowers the overall satisfaction.

　３月下旬にもかかわらず、ツアー当日は、厚い曇り空と風が強かったので、せっかくの川平公園もティータイム（本来は絶景カフェ）も時間を持て余してしまいました。
　唯一、良かったのは米原熱帯原生林でしょうか。原生林を１０分程度散策しますが、歩道が整備されているので年配の方でも安心です。
　１１人で１４時にバスターミナルを出発。カフェを含めて４箇所を下車観光し、バスターミナルに戻ってきたのは１７時３０分。お天気が悪かったので２０分早く到着しました。午後コースは空港を経由しません。
　ガイドさんも親切で、快適に見所を回れるなど、決して悪いくはないのですが、お天気が悪いとどうしても満足度は低くなると思います。

I was able to efficiently explore Ishigaki Island until my departure time at the airport and make good use of my time. I also enjoyed a delicious lunch. I hope there will be a similar tour in the afternoon that aligns with the arrival at the airport around noon.

帰りの空港出発の時間まで効率よく石垣島をめぐり時間を
有効に使えました。
お昼も美味しく頂きました。
昼空港到着に合わせて、午後発の同様のツアーがあれば
と思います。

It was raining from the morning. I managed to see the seabed with the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay... After that, I just stayed on the bus. I wish they had a separate plan for rainy weather. I was disappointed. It might be better to check the weather forecast a couple of days before making a reservation.

朝から雨が降っていました。川平湾のグラスボートで海底を見たところまでは何とか・・・
あとは、バスに乗ったままでした。
降雨のプランを別に立ててほしかった。
がっかりしました。
２，３日前に、天気予報を確認してから申し込んだほうが良いかも。

Due to heavy rain and strong winds, most people didn't even get off the bus to see the entrance of the jungle, and at Kabira Bay, we only looked for a minute before returning to the bus. At the first cemetery, no one got off, and I couldn't understand the purpose of the tour.

大雨強風で、ジャングルは入口見るだけで降りない人がほとんどだし川平湾も1分見てバスに戻る始末。最初のお墓にいたっては、誰も降りずなんのためのツアーなのかわかりませんでした。

The day I participated, there were fewer than 10 people, which was great because it allowed for efficient guidance. The color of Kabira Bay was beautiful. I was lucky with the weather as well.

参加した日は人数も10名以下で多すぎず、効率良く案内してもらえて良かった。川平湾の色が綺麗だった。天候に恵まれたのもラッキーだった。

Due to the nature of Okinawa, it is undeniable that the weather can be a factor, but surprisingly, you can get a good overview by circling around Ishigaki Island, enjoy a delicious lunch, and experience a cost-effective sightseeing bus. The elderly male guide's storytelling, interspersed with traditional Okinawan music and songs, is exquisite.
As for the highlights, the first stop, the Tomb of the Chinese, felt like just a mere monument and seemed unnecessary. The time spent there should be allocated for free time at Kabira Bay instead. The other choices are good.

　沖縄という場所の性格上、天候に左右される面は否定できないのですが、意外に大きな石垣島を一周して概要がつかめるし、おいしい昼食がいただける、コストパフォーマンスのいい観光バス。年配の男性ガイドさんの、三線と唄を交えたおしゃべりが絶妙。
　見どころでは、最初に訪問する唐人墓だけが、単なる記念碑にしか思えず蛇足と感じました。滞在時間は川平湾での自由行動に振り分けるべきでは。その他はいい選択です。

I was glad that Ishigaki Island could be explored compactly. However, I was disappointed with the coral reefs at Kabira Bay after taking the glass-bottom boat, as they weren't as beautiful as I had expected. I got off at the airport on the morning course, but I had too much time until my flight at 4:30 PM, which felt like a waste. Also, if the afternoon course started a bit later, I think I could have participated on the day of arrival and made it more efficient.

石垣島がコンパクトに廻れて良かった。ただ川平湾の珊瑚礁を期待してグラスボートに乗ったが思ったほどではなく、もう少しきれいなものと思っていただけに残念だった。午前コースで空港で下車したが16時半の飛行機まで時間があり過ぎもったいなかった。また,午後のコースがもう少し遅いスタートならば到着日に参加でて効率よく行けたと思う。

Kawahirawan and Tamatorizaki Observatory were truly impressive. I enjoyed a delicious lunch with local cuisine and craft beer. It was also great to have a stopover at Ishigaki Airport, which helped save time.

川平湾や玉取埼展望台はさすがに感動しました。
昼食も地元食と地ビールで頂き美味しく頂きました。
石垣空港で途中下車が出来たのも時間の短縮で良かった。

I used this service on my way back to Tokyo. It was great to be able to make a quick round of the sightseeing spots on Ishigaki Island, and it was also nice to be able to drop off at the airport. The weather wasn't perfectly clear, as it was cloudy, but it was still good for sightseeing in that area. The glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay is optional, but I recommend taking the ride if possible. I was able to see turtles.

東京への帰路中に利用しました。石垣島内の観光名所を短時間で一周でき、また、空港で離脱もでき良かったです。天候も快晴ではなく雲でしたが、その場所での観光では良くなり良かったです。川平湾のガラスボードはオプションですが出来るかぎり乗船した方がいい。カメを見ることができました。

I was able to efficiently visit the spots on Ishigaki Island, and the guide's explanations were clear and helpful. It was perfect for sightseeing on the last day since we could stop at Ishigaki Airport along the way.

石垣島のスポットを効率的に見て回ることができ、ガイドさんの話もわかりやすくて良かったです。石垣空港で途中下車できるので最終日の観光にぴったりでした。

On the day of our return, the half-day tour was just perfect (it was helpful to be dropped off at the airport). All the places we wanted to visit were included, and with the guide's enjoyable explanations, it was very easy to understand. We could enjoy it without feeling rushed, even with small children. The shamisen experience was also a great first for the little ones. The lunch was luxurious and delicious. I highly recommend it!

帰りの日に、ちょうど良かった半日観光(空港で下ろしてもらえて助かりました)
行きたい所全て、組み込まれていてガイドさんの楽しい説明付きで…とてもわかりやすく小さい子供とでも、時間に焦らず楽しめました。三味線も幼い子供には初めてで良い経験になりました。
お昼ご飯も、豪華で美味しかったです
お薦めです！

I was waiting for the pickup at the hotel, but after 10 minutes, it still hadn't arrived, so I called the local travel agency. They seemed flustered and said, "We'll be there in about 10 minutes." The bus arrived a little over 10 minutes later, and an older male guide came to greet us, but it turned out that my reservation had not been received. As a result, our planned 9:20 start was delayed by 30 minutes, and I believe it inconvenienced the other guests as well.

However, the older guide's smooth talking and live sanshin music made the ride enjoyable, and Kabira Bay was beautiful. The meal was also satisfying, so the content of the tour was very good.

ホテルで迎車を待っていたが10分経っても来ないので現地旅行社に電話したところ、慌てている感じで「10分程度で迎えに行きます」との回答だった。10分余りでバスが到着、おじさんガイドが迎えに出てきてくれたが、ここで当方の申込が届いていなかったことが判明した。結局9時20分スタート予定が30分遅れとなってしまい、また同行の他のお客さん達にも迷惑がかかったことと思う。
おじさんガイドのこなれたしゃべりと生の三線で楽しく車内を過ごせたし、川平湾は美しく食事も満足のいくもので、ツアーの内容はとても良かったです。

I was thinking of transferring buses to get around, but I discovered a tour that allows me to enjoy the explanations of each landmark while also accommodating a trip to the airport. It's amazing to be able to explore various places without worrying about time or carrying luggage. Additionally, the tour guide shared some funny stories and played Okinawan folk songs on the shamisen, which made the travel experience even more memorable.

バスを乗り継いで回ろうかと思っていましたが、各名所の説明を聞かないと解らないのと空港への行くことを両立できるツアーがあることを発見。荷物も持たず各地を時間を気にせず気楽に回れるなんて最高。
またツアーガイドのおじさんの面白い話と三味線で八重山民謡も聞かせてもらったので、旅行の実感もひとしお。