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I was really moved by how close the stars were and how many I could see. I got to see the rings of Saturn and my own constellation, which are things I could never see normally. I want to participate again someday. This was my first time experiencing something like this!

星があんなに近く、たくさん見れる事なんてそうそうない事なのですごく感動しました。
土星の輪っか、自分の星座、など普段では絶対見れない星座が見れて、いつかまた参加したいと思いました。こんな経験、初めて〜〜‼️

My first stargazing experience was wonderful. The cute, slightly nervous announcements from the new guide were also very nice. The information about the stars and the universe that I heard for the first time was fascinating, and I was able to see many shooting stars! I did wish that the last five minutes could have been without a guide, allowing for a silent stargazing experience... (ﾟ∀ﾟ) Also, I was mistakenly charged too much for the shuttle bus fare, but I realized it at the end and got a refund. If it weren't for such mistakes, it would have been perfect! ^ ^

初めての星空観測。
新人ガイドさんのかわいらしい緊張気味のアナウンスもとてもよかったです。
初めて聞く星や宇宙のことがおもしろく、流れ星もたくさん見れました！
最後の5分間くらいはガイドもなく、無音で星空観測ができたらなぁ〜とは思いましたが…(ﾟ∀ﾟ)
あと、送迎のバス料金が間違って多く取られてしまいましたが、最後に気づいて返金してもらいました。
そのようなミスが無ければ、満点かなと^ ^

I could see a lot of stars up close, and it was the best time. The explanations were very easy to understand, which was great. I was very satisfied.

Participating in the tour with transportation included made it convenient.

星が まじかに沢山見えて 最高の時間でした
説明も大変分かりやすく良かった。大満足でした

ツアーに参加して 送迎もついており
楽でした

The day was sunny, but it became cloudy as the night approached, and as the tour started, the stars gradually became less visible. It was disappointing since the tour was mainly about the stars. I think it would be a great tour if the stars were clearly visible.

当日は晴れてたのですが夜にかけて曇りだし、ツアーが始まるとだんだん星が見えなくなってしまいました。
星がメインのツアーだけに残念でした。
綺麗に星が見えたら、とてもいいツアーだと思います。

The world of celestial bodies is profound. It was clear that the person explaining really loves stars and the universe. I learned so much and now I want to see stars from different seasons. My 9-year-old daughter seems to be interested as well. August 28 corresponds to the 7th day of the 7th month in the lunar calendar, and I saw the Milky Way along with Orihime and Hikoboshi for the first time in my life. Next time, I want to see the Southern Cross.

天体の世界は、奥深い。説明して頂いた方が本当に星と言うか宇宙が好きなんだって伝わってきました。こちらも知らないことばかりで…違う季節の星も見たくなりました。9歳の娘も興味を持ったようです。8/28は、旧暦の7/7に当たるそうで…生まれて初めて天の川と織姫、彦星を見ました。
次回は南十字座を見たいです。

I experienced my second starry night in my life. The first was during my teenage years at the ruins of Nanao Castle in Hokuriku. This time, I was overwhelmed by countless stars and the Milky Way stretching across the sky. I saw seven shooting stars! I couldn't make my wishes in time. The starry sky in Ishigaki Island is absolutely amazing! I hope to have another opportunity.

人生で二度目の星降る夜を体験しました、一度目は10代の頃に行った北陸七尾城跡の夜空、今回は無数の星と天空に広がる天の川に圧倒されました、流れ星は７個！願い事は間に合わないね〜石垣島の星空は、最高に素晴らしい！もう一度、機会があれば。

For our family, who originally planned to stay in Ishigaki for just two nights, the first day was canceled due to rain. I was wondering what the next day would be like, but we were able to enjoy stargazing in very good conditions!

My child said that this stargazing tour was the best part of our five-day trip. I was also very satisfied as I was able to see nearly ten shooting stars.

However, there was a very small child (a non-walking baby) present who cried almost the entire time from the beginning to the end.

I was seated away from them, but even so, I couldn't hear the explanations, and the baby must have been anxious in the dark... I felt it would be better to have conditions such as not allowing children under three to participate. I think the people sitting right next to them must have found it quite difficult.

I was disappointed that I couldn't take good photos of the stars, so I would like to try again someday.

石垣に2泊しかしない予定だった私たち家族にとって、
1日目が雨となり中止。翌日はどうなるのか、、、と思っていたら、
とても良い状態での星空浴をすることができました！

子どもも5日間の旅でこの星空ツアーが一番良かったと言っています。
私も流れ星を10個近く見ることができて、大満足です。

ただ、とても小さなお子さん（歩けない赤ちゃん）をお連れの方が
いて、最初からほぼ最後まで泣きどおし、、、

私は席が離れていましたが、それでも説明が聞こえない上に、
赤ちゃんも真っ暗で不安だろうし、、、3歳以下は参加できないなど
条件を付けられた方が良いかと感じました。真横にいらっしゃった方々は
正直たまったもんじゃないと思います。

星空写真が上手く撮れなくて残念だったので、またいつかチャレンジしたいです。

It was my first time seeing such a beautiful Milky Way. There are stars and constellations that can be seen in different seasons, so I would like to see them in another season. The guide was also knowledgeable about the stars, and it was very easy to understand.

あんなに綺麗な天の川を見たのは初めてでした。
季節ごとに見れる星、星座もあるので、季節を変えて見たいです。
ガイドさんも星に詳しい人で、とてもわかりやすかったです。

It was supposed to be a discussion about choosing a location based on the weather that day, but the moonlight made it difficult to see the stars, and there were clouds everywhere! When I returned to my accommodation in Hirakawa, the sky was completely filled with stars, and I was disappointed thinking I shouldn't have spent money and time to go see them. Also, on the day itself, there was no email with location information, and the address provided over the phone for nearby places was completely off. It's a shame.

その日の天候に合わせて場所を決める様な話だった筈なのに、月明かりで星が見難い上に、雲が一面に‼︎ 平川の宿泊先に戻ったら、一面星空になっていて、わざわざお金と時間使って見に行かなければ良かった〜と、がっかりしました。
また、当日になっても場所案内のメールもなく、電話で教えて貰った近隣とされる住所は、まったく見当違いの場所でした。
残念です。

Ishigaki Island has a beautiful starry sky that can be enjoyed without taking a boat, and the explanations of the many stars were very easy to understand and enjoyable.

石垣島は船に乗らなくても、十分綺麗な星空が見られるが、たくさんの星の解説がとても分かりやすく楽しかった。

I felt that it was worth coming to Ishigaki just for this. Perhaps it's one of the best places in the world for star observation? It was even more amazing than the Big Island of Hawaii. The guide's explanations were great, and I believe it was definitely worth the money I paid.

これだけで石垣に来た甲斐があったと思いました。
恐らく、星の観測では世界一に近い場所では？ハワイ島よりも凄かった。ガイドの説明も良くって、お金を払った価値は充分あったと思っています。

On my first trip to Ishigaki Island, while just sightseeing would have been nice, I wanted to see the beautiful ocean and southern fish since I had come all the way from Hokkaido, so I joined this tour. The staff were friendly and explained everything in detail, and the boat was a large one that could accommodate 100 people, so we had plenty of space to relax. It seemed like they took us to the best spots based on the day's weather and wave conditions. The staff accompanied us while snorkeling and explained various fish. We even saw Nemo! The waves were calm that day, and we had a great time. However, it was unfortunate that they didn't inform us of the departure time, so I wasn't sure how long we could enjoy snorkeling and couldn't make the most of it. I think it might depend on the weather, but if you're visiting Okinawa, I definitely recommend participating.

初めての石垣島で、普通に観光するのもいいけど　せっかく北海道から南の果てまで来たので綺麗な海と南の魚を見たくてこのツアーに参加しました。
スタッフは気さくで丁寧に説明してくれて、船も１００人乗りの大きな船で余裕で過ごせました。
その日の天気と波の状態で一番良いところに連れて行ってくれるみたいでした。
スタッフがシュノーケリング中ついてくれて色々な魚とかを説明してくれました。ニモもいたよ！
この日は波も穏やかで楽しめました。
ただ出発時間を教えてくれてなかったので、いつまでシュノーケリングで自由時間を過ごせるか解らなくて有効に使えなかったのが残念でした。
天気にも左右されるかと思いますが、折角沖縄に来たなら参加するのをお勧めします。

I had a wonderful experience with the best weather. The snorkeling lecture was thorough, so I was able to see many fish without any issues. I was constantly amazed by the scenery on the phantom island. They even lent me a mermaid costume for free. Next time, I want to sign up for the full-day course.

最高の天気で素晴らしい経験ができました。シュノーケルのレクチャーをしっかりして頂いたので、全く問題なくたくさんの魚を見る事ができました。幻の島では景色に感動しっぱなしでした。マーメイドの衣装を無料で貸して頂きました。次回は１日コースを申し込みたいです。

The venue is located in a place surrounded by fields, making it very quiet. The local staff mentioned that the viewing area is enclosed with a fence to keep away pests, and there are reclining chairs that allow you to enjoy a 360° view of many stars. During the viewing, the staff provided detailed information about the stars and constellations according to the movement of the clouds, which sparked my interest in astronomy and made for a very fulfilling experience. Since the area is surrounded by fields, I recommend bringing insect repellent spray if you're concerned about mosquitoes, as it will help you focus on stargazing.

会場は畑しかない場所ということもあり、とても静かで、現地のスタッフさんもおっしゃってましたが、鑑賞スペースは一面ハブ避けのフェンスが張られていてリクライニングチェアで360℃たくさんの星を眺めることが出来ました。鑑賞中は雲の動きに合わせて見える星や星座についてスタッフの方が詳しく教えてくれていたので、星にとても興味が湧きとっても充実した時間を過ごせました。辺りは畑なので蚊が気になる方は虫除けスプレーを持っていかれると集中して星を眺められると思います。

I was lucky to participate on a clear night. We went about 10 minutes offshore from the port, stopped the boat, and observed the stars. We could see stars just above the horizon, including the Southern Cross. The staff explained the constellations, which was very informative. The boarding location is close to the 730 intersection, making access smooth. The boat is new and very comfortable. Sitting on the front bench and feeling the breeze while cruising is very pleasant. It became an unforgettable experience in Ishigaki Island.

晴れた日の夜に参加することができラッキーでした。港から10分程度沖に出て、船を止め、そこで星を観察しました。水平線すれすれの星まで見れ、南十字星も見れました。スタッフの方が星座について説明してくださり、とてもよくわかりました。乗船場所も730交差点から近く、スムースにアクセスできます。船は新しくとても快適。先端のベンチに座って風を受けながらクルーズするととても気持ち良いです。石垣島での忘れられない体験になりました。

I was very satisfied that I could see the Southern Cross.
I heard it would be cold, so I brought my own hotel bath towel. There are blankets available, but I recommend that those who are sensitive to the cold bring their own as well.

I appreciated the service of warm tea.
Next, I want to go see the Milky Way.

南十字星もみることができ、とても満足しました。
寒いと聞いていたのでホテルのバスタオルを持参しました。ブランケットの用意もありますが寒がりな人は自分でも用意をした方がオススメです。

温かいお茶のサービスもありがたかったです。
次は天の川も見に行きたいです。

The captain and all the staff were very kind.
We went snorkeling between Taketomi Island and Ishigaki Island. The view from the boat before reaching the snorkeling point was a vibrant blue sea that I had never seen before, and it was truly moving!!
During snorkeling, they taught us how to wear the masks, so very little water got in, and we were able to swim comfortably. They also explained the names of the fish, which allowed us to enjoy a different experience than just swimming on our own.
There was also a shower room with shampoo and conditioner provided, so we could go straight to the airport comfortably. I would like to use their services again next time. I want to go diving next time to see a different view. Thank you very much!!

船長さんをはじめスタッフのみなさんがとても親切でした。
竹富島と石垣島の間でのシューノケリングをしました。ポイントに着くまでの船からみる景色が今までに見たことのない鮮やかな青い海でとても感動しました!!
シュノーケルの際にはマスクの付け方を教えて頂きほとんど水が入らず快適に泳ぐことができました。また魚の名前も説明して頂き自分たちだけでは泳ぐ時とは違う楽しみ方ができました。
シャワー室もありシャンプーやリンスも備え付けであったため、そのまま飛行機に乗ることができ快適でした。次回もまたお世話になりたいと思っています。次はダイビングでまた違う景色を見にいきたいと思います。ありがとうございました!!

Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy, and the stars were not visible. If it had been a little later, the clouds might have cleared, and we could have seen the stars!

That said, the situation was fantastic, and on a clear day, there should be a stunning starry sky! If the weather forecast predicts clear skies, I would definitely recommend it!!

This time, it was a cloudy day, and the stars were not visible. The staff encouraged questions, but I wanted to hear more interesting stories or unique insights about Ishigaki, as well as tales related to the stars. It felt like they were just stalling for time. The conversation was dull.

If the stars weren't visible, I would have liked them to prepare interesting stories about Okinawa or the islands, or fascinating tales about stars. Considering it costs 5,000 yen...

Overall, it was just a tour that made me feel sleepy and cold.

あいにく天気が曇りで、星は見えず、、もう少し遅い時間であれば雲が晴れてたので、星みれたかも！

と、言ってもシチュエーションは最高で、晴れてる日にはおそらく満点の星空が見えるはず！
晴れの天気予報であれば、ぜひおすすめしたいです！！

今回は、曇りの日で、星が見えず、
スタッフさんが質問を促してたのですが、もっと面白い話や石垣ならではのうんちくや、星にまつわる話などを聞きたかったです。。ただただ時間稼ぎをしているようでした。
話がつまらなかった。。
星が見えないなら見えないならではの、
沖縄や離島の昔話や、星の面白い話などを自ら準備して欲しかっです。
5000円もかかってるので。。

とにかく眠く寒いだけのツアーだった。。

It was great to be able to enjoy the stars while slowly sipping drinks on a beautiful and luxurious large cruise ship. The day I went, there were a variety of people from young to older, but it wasn't crowded, allowing us to relax and enjoy ourselves.

One disappointing aspect was that the tour day was cloudy, and we couldn't see as many stars as we had hoped. Weather is something beyond our control, so that's understandable. However, the tour guide had a wealth of knowledge about constellations and provided detailed explanations, making it enjoyable by sharing information about the positions and characteristics of the stars.

I definitely want to take this tour again, hoping for a sunny day next time.

綺麗で高級感のある大きめなクルーズ船でゆっくりお酒を飲みながら星が見られる点が良かったです。利用した日は若い方から年配の方まで様々でしたが人数も混み合っておらず、ゆっくり楽しめました。
一つ残念だったのがツアー日が曇り空で星が思った以上には見れなかった点です。天候は運もありますので仕方がないポイントですが、ツアーガイドの方は星座の知識を持って丁寧に解説をして頂き、星の位置関係や特徴なども知れて楽しめるように工夫されていました。
また次は晴れの日を願いながら是非このツアーを利用したいと思います。

Stargazing Cruise - Amazed by the countless stars and the Milky Way! From January to June, you can also see the Southern Cross, the only one in Japan. Includes a stargazing guide, one free drink, and takes place in Ishigaki Island.

They picked us up right on time! It was cloudy, so the guide kindly asked if we wanted to change to another day since we might not see the stars. However, since it was our last day of travel, we decided to go ahead, even though we were a bit anxious. The boat was really beautiful, and since there were only a few participants, it felt almost like a private cruise.

I had heard that we would get one drink, but it turned out to be all-you-can-drink, making for a delightful night cruise! Unfortunately, due to the clouds, we could only see a few stars, but the guide patiently pointed them out and shared fun stories about the stars we couldn't see, explaining how beautiful it would have been if it were clear.

Even on a cloudy night with not many stars visible, we had such a great time, and I believe if it had been clear, it would have been an experience worth much more than the price! I definitely want to try again! Thank you for such a wonderful time!

星空観賞クルーズ　満天の星とティンガーラ（天 の川）に感動！1～6月頃は日本で唯一の南十字星も＜星空ガイド付／1ドリンク無料／石垣島＞

集合時間ピッタリに迎えに来ていただきました！
曇っていたので案内の人が今日は星見えないかもしれないので明日とかに変更しますか？と親切に聞いていただいたのですがその日が旅行最終日だった為変更せず不安ながら行ったのですが、船は凄く綺麗で参加人数も少なかった為ほぼ貸切状態でした。
ドリンクもワンドリンクと聞いてたんですが飲み放題で気持ちいい夜のクルーズができました！
曇だった為星は残念ながらパラパラとしか見えませんでしたがその少しの星にも案内の人が丁寧に教えてくれて、見えてない星も本当は晴れてたら･･･と楽しくお話して頂きました！
曇で星があまり見えない日でもこれだけ楽しめたので晴れていたら本当にお値段以上の体験ができたと思います！またリベンジしたいと思います♪
本当に素敵な時間をありがとうございました！

Since it was during Golden Week, the Phantom Island was more crowded than expected (laughs), but the scenery was exactly as depicted in guidebooks, and just being there was satisfying. The guide was friendly and provided various explanations, so even though the time was short, I was able to relax and enjoy the tour very much. The equipment was all new and clean, which was a big plus. I have snorkeled in places like Okinawa, the Great Barrier Reef, and Palau, but the clarity of the water here was the highest, and the number and variety of fish I saw were the best. I hope to try diving when my son gets older. I hope the coral has recovered a bit by then.

GWの参加だったので、幻の島は予想以上に混雑していた(笑)けれど、ガイドブック等に載っている正にそのままの景色が広がり、もはやその場に居るだけで満足という感じだった。ガイドさんが気さくに声をかけて下さったり様々な説明をして下さるので、短い時間ではあったがとてもリラックスしてツアーを楽しむことができた。機材はどれも新しくきれいだったのもポイント高い。これまで沖縄本島やGBR、パラオなどでもシュノーケリングしたが、どこよりも透明度が高く、見られた魚の数も種類も一番だった。息子が大きくなったら、是非ダイビングに挑戦したいと思った。それまでにサンゴが少しでも復活していてくれますように。

I was very satisfied with the starry sky as I could see many stars. The boat was also a large cruiser that was clean and comfortable! However, I imagined we would go to a place where we could see fewer city lights, so I felt like there wasn't much point in getting on the boat. Since they used a laser to explain the stars, I wish they had a bit more knowledge to share. Personally, I think enjoying a quiet night is more romantic, so instead of playing Western music, it would be better to enjoy the relaxing sounds of Okinawan music or complete silence. I plan to visit Ishigaki during the Milky Way season again.

星がたくさん見れて星空に満足です。
また船も大きなクルーザーで清潔感があり快適でした！
ですが、もっと街の明かりが見えないところまで行くのかと
想像していたのでちょっと 船まで乗る意味が無かった様な感じます。
星の説明もせっかくレーザーを使用したのであればもう少し知識をつけて欲しいです。
また個人的には静寂な夜を楽しむほうがロマンチックかなぁと思い
洋楽を流すより、せっかくなら沖縄音楽のゆったりした音楽か完全な静寂を楽しむほうがいいのではないかと感じました。
また　天の川の時期に石垣に遊びにこようと思います。

I was able to see many shooting stars, making it a wonderful stargazing experience. It was a precious time that could only be seen here. I felt like I could faintly see the Southern Cross... My own zodiac sign (Leo) was clearly visible, and I was moved by the large constellations. I'm really glad I participated, especially with the staff's easy-to-understand explanations about the constellations. Although I can't take great photos yet, I thought I would study to be able to capture the night sky by the next time I come to Ishigaki! Having binoculars would make it even better!

たくさんの流れ星も観ることができ素晴らしい星空体験
ここでしかみられない貴重な時間でした。
南十字星がうっすら？見えた様な....
自分の星座もはっきり見えて(獅子座)
大きな星座で感動。それに星座の云われなどスタッフさんの分かりやすい説明で参加して本当によかったです。
まだ上手に撮れませんが、今度石垣にくるまでに
星空の写真が撮れるように勉強してみようと思いました‼
双眼鏡があったらもっといいかも‼

The weather wasn't very good, so it was just my husband and me who participated. After arriving, we quickly moved to the boat, changed, and set off. This was my third time snorkeling, and the explanation on how to wear the underwater mask and snorkel was very clear, making it the most comfortable snorkeling experience I've had with minimal seawater getting in. The waves were high and it was a bit cold, so the weather conditions weren't great, but we had plenty of time and were able to see many fish. When we returned to the shop, there were showers available, and we could head out for sightseeing right after, which was helpful. Overall, I felt there wasn't much explanation and the response was a bit dry, so I think this shop is recommended for those who are experienced or prefer not to have too many explanations.

天気かあまり良くなかったせいか参加は私達夫婦だけでした。到着後すぐ船に移動して着替えをして出発。シュノーケリングは3回目でしたが、水中マスクとシュノーケルの装着の仕方の説明がとても分かりやすく、今までで一番海水が入らず快適にシュノーケリングができました。波が高く少し寒かったので天気のコンディションはあまり良くありませんでしたが、時間もたっぷりとっていただきたくさんの魚を見ることが出来ました。ショップに帰るとシャワーもありその後観光にもすぐ行けたので助かりました。全体的にあまり説明がなくドライな対応だなと感じたので、慣れた方や煩わしい説明が入らない方はオススメのショップだと思います。

The staff at Pushiinuma Ishigaki were very friendly and approachable. Thanks to them, I was able to participate in snorkeling for the first time without feeling nervous. My son was really looking forward to swimming in the sea, and it seems he had a fantastic time. I had never been in such deep water before, but I enjoyed it without feeling scared.

There were other families with children, but the staff kindly took us around the boat, which made us feel more at ease. The underwater scenery was beautiful, with many colorful fish swimming around—small ones, big ones, and vibrant ones, which was a delight to watch. The staff caught a sea snake and let us touch it. It was my first time touching a snake, and seeing a sea snake up close was also a first for me, making it a valuable experience. Thank you very much.

I think it would have been even nicer if it had been a bit warmer. My son said he wants to try diving next time.

ぷしぃぬま石垣のスタッフのみなさんは、とても気さくでフレンドリーな方々でした。お陰で初めてのシュノーケルでしたが、緊張することなく参加できました。
息子は海で泳ぐことをとても楽しみにしていましたので、非常に満喫したようすでした。
私も今までこんなに深いところで海に入ったことがないのですが、怖いと感じることもなく楽しみました。
他の家族の子供達もいましたが、まずスタッフの方が、優しく船の周りを連れてぐるりと回って下さるので、余計に一安心できました。
海の中はとてもきれいで、色とりどりの魚たちがたくさん泳いでおり、小さいもの、大きいもの、カラフルなものと、見ていて楽しくなりました。
スタッフの方が、ウミヘビを捕まえて、触らせてもらいました。ヘビを触ったのも生まれて初めてでしたが、ウミヘビをあんなに間近で見たのも初めてで、貴重な体験ができました。ありがとうこわざいました。
もう少し あったかかったら気持ちよかっただろうなと思います。
息子は今度はダイビングがしたいそうです。

I participated on the day I arrived in Ishigaki Island. I had a lot of luggage, but they were able to take care of it for me. I could change into my swimsuit in the restroom. There was also a shower at the shop.

I went snorkeling in the coral reef between Ishigaki Island and Taketomi Island. It was rainy and cloudy in the morning, but in the afternoon it cleared up, and the surface of the sea sparkled beautifully. Underwater, there were many colorful fish in the coral reef, and I could watch them for a long time without getting bored. The sea was very beautiful.

However, I seem to get seasick easily, and I felt nauseous while in the water. If you're prone to motion sickness, it's better to take some medication. The instructor was very nice and handsome.

石垣島に来た日に参加しました。
荷物が多かったのですが、預かってもらえました。
水着はトイレで着替えることができました。
お店にシャワーもありました。
シュノーケルは、石垣島と竹富島の間の珊瑚礁でしました。
午前中は雨、曇りだったのですが、午後は晴れて海面がキラキラして綺麗でした。中の様子ですが、珊瑚礁にたくさんカラフルな魚がいてずーっと見ていて飽きませんでした。とても綺麗な海でした。
でも、私は酔いやすいみたいで、海の中で酔いました。酔いやすい人は酔い止めを飲んだ方が良いですね。
インストラクターの方はとても良い方で、イケメンでした。

This was my first time in Ishigaki Island, and since I wanted to enjoy the ocean, I participated with my boyfriend. Before we left, I was worried about whether we could actually go in the water in February, but on the day of the trip, it was the clearest day of our travels, and I didn't feel cold at all ( ˘ω˘ ).

As we moved by boat, the incredibly beautiful blue color spread out before us, and my anticipation grew as we approached our snorkeling spot. Almost everyone on board was snorkeling for the first time, but the staff provided very thorough instructions on how to wear the wetsuit, how to put on the goggles, and the proper posture once we were in the water, which made me feel reassured!

Actually, I’m not a good swimmer at all, and I was initially a bit scared to put my face in the water and struggled with breathing through my mouth. However, thanks to the staff's appropriate advice, I was able to closely see the crystal-clear blue of the ocean and the vibrant fish that I usually only see in aquariums (*^^*). The staff even pointed out things like, "There’s a Nemo right at my feet," and "That small blue fish is a rare species found only in Okinawa" \( ˆoˆ )/. It was a dreamlike experience that passed in the blink of an eye, but I think the time allocation was just right for us to fully enjoy it!

After getting off the boat, we were served warm tea, which was a nice touch (*´ー｀*). I thought this would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but I definitely want to participate again! Thank you very much ╰(*´︶`*)╯.

初めての石垣島、せっかくだから海に入りたいと思い彼氏と2人で参加しました。
出発前は2月に本当に入れるのかと心配していまし
たが、当日は旅行中1番快晴で寒さは全く感
じませんでした( ˘ω˘ )

船で移動中から驚くほどの綺麗な青色が広がっていて、ポイントに停まるまでに期待は高まっていきました。
同乗した方はほぼ全員初めてのシュノーケルでしたが、ウェットスーツの着方やゴーグルの付け方、海に入ってからの姿勢などとても丁寧なレクチャーがあり安心できました！

実はほぼほぼ泳げないカナヅチな私は、海水に顔をつける恐怖と、口呼吸がうまくできず最初は少し苦労しましたが、スタッフの方の適切なアドバイスもあって、透き通るような海の青色と水族館でしか見ないような鮮やかな魚たちを間近でしっかりと目に焼き付けることができました(*^^*)
「私の足元にニモがいますよ」「青く光る小さな魚は沖縄しかない珍しい魚です」など、一緒に入ったスタッフの方が案内してくれることもありました\( ˆoˆ )/
あっという間の夢のような時間でしたが、それでも十分にゆったり満喫できる時間配分だったと思います！

船を上がると温かいお茶、心遣いにほっこりしました(*´ー｀*)
人生で1度…と思っていましたが、絶対また参加したいと思いました！ありがとうございました╰(*´︶`*)╯

Snorkeling was a first-time experience for me in my 61 years of life. It was an emotional encounter with a world I had never known before. Although I couldn't breathe through my mouth, I was able to do it with the guidance of the staff, so anyone can do it. I recommend that first-timers participate with peace of mind. The moment I put my face in the water, I exclaimed, "Wow, it's beautiful!" I almost forgot that I had a snorkel in my mouth. There were many beautifully colored fish, like tropical fish, around the coral, and the young and cute staff member, Aoi, guided us. Just holding onto the float and looking down gave me the sensation of diving since my body was in the water. The next day, I took a glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay, but the experience was completely different from just watching and wearing a wetsuit. I highly encourage you to put on a snorkel and get into the sea. A couple who came on the same boat was diving and having fun in deeper waters. There were three staff members, and they were all great people; I can't imagine coming to Ishigaki Island without them. I understand why there are so many repeat visitors. I even thought about trying diving next time. It was so moving that it changed my perspective on life, so please experience it in Ishigaki Island. I feel like I've missed out on life by not knowing this before. Thank you so much to all the staff. You all truly love Ishigaki Island, and it's wonderful. The captain skillfully navigated the boat and took us to great spots based on the day's weather. He was also quite funny! The lady was fun and a nice person, and her love for diving really came through. Thanks to them, it became a truly enjoyable and memorable trip. I look forward to seeing everyone again next time.

シュノーケル61年の人生で初体験でした。今まで知らなかった世界で感動的でした。口で息をするのも出来ない私でしたが、スタッフの指導でできたので、誰でもできます。初めての方も安心して参加される事をお勧めします。まず、海に顔とつけた瞬間、ウワー綺麗と歓喜の声が出ました。口にシュノーケルくわえているの忘れそうになりました。熱帯魚のような綺麗な色の魚もたくさん珊瑚の周りにいて、スタッフの若い可愛い❤青ちゃんんが誘導してくれます。ただ浮き袋につかまって下を見てるだけですが、身体が海に入っているので潜っている感覚があります。翌日、川平湾でグラスボートに乗ったのですが、見るだけと、ウエットスーツ着ているのとでは体感的に全く違います。是非シュノーケルつけて海に入ってみて下さい。更に深い所に同じ舟で来たカップルがダイビングして楽しんでました。　　　スタッフは三人いましたが、皆いい人で石垣島来るならここ以外考えられないです。リピーター多いのもわかります。次回はダイビングもしてみようかななんて思いました。とにかく人生観が変わる位感動的なので石垣島で是非経験して下さい。今まで知らなくて人生損した気分です。スタッフの皆さん本当にありがとうございました。皆さん石垣島を愛してらして素敵です。キャプテンは結構舟跳ばしますがいいポイントにその日の天候をみて連れて行ってくてます。冗談の上手いしね!お姉さんも楽しくていい人でダイビング好きなのがひしひしと伝わってきました。お陰で本当に楽しい思い出深い旅行になりました。次回も皆さん宜しくお願いします。

I participated at the end of October 2016! Just before the new moon, the moon hadn't risen yet, so I was able to see the stars clearly. I drove from Ishigaki Port, but I entered a completely dark road with no streetlights and sugarcane fields on both sides... I was a bit worried about whether I would reach the meeting point, but by following the map I received in advance, I was able to get there just fine! It was really dark around, and without someone lighting my way, it was a bit scary to walk.

When I sat in the reclining chair that was prepared and looked up at the sky, there were so many stars that it was astonishing!!! Countless stars in front and to the side!!! I was surprised that I could see so many stars so close to Ishigaki City! The Milky Way was visible, along with Altair and Vega on either side. I was also thrilled to see the Swan constellation beautifully! I was able to see many shooting stars as well!

The guide provided detailed information about the stars and constellations, making the stargazing experience very interesting. They used a super powerful laser to point out the stars and constellations, so I never missed anything or had trouble figuring out which stars were connected to form constellations. They showed us stars using binoculars and telescopes, and I was able to see stars that couldn't be seen with the naked eye.

It was quiet and dark, and when I looked up, the sky was filled with stars. I was incredibly moved and healed! Thank you very much!

2016年10月末に参加しました！
ちょうど新月の前で、月もまだ出てきていなくて星をハッキリ見ることができました。
石垣港から車で向かいましたが、途中から街灯もなく両側にサトウキビ畑が続いた真っ暗な道に入りました。。。
ちゃんと集合場所にたどり着けるのか少し心配になりましたが、事前に送ってもらった地図を見ながら行くとちゃんとたどり着けました！
辺りは本当に真っ暗で足元を照らしてもらわないと、歩くのも怖いくらいでした。
準備されていたリクライニングチェアに座って空を見上げると、ビックリするくらいたくさんの星！！！
前も横もすごい数の星！！！
石垣市内からそんなに離れていない場所なのに、こんなにたくさん星が見れるなんてビックリ！
天の川も見え、その両側にひこぼしとおとひめ。そして白鳥座もキレイみ見えて感激！！
流れ星もたくさん見れました！
ガイドさんは星や星座について詳しく教えてくれ、とても興味深く星空観察することができました。
説明してくれるときに超強力なレーザーを使って星や星座を教えてくれるので、見逃したり、どの星とどの星を結んで星座になっているのか分からないなんてことはありませんでした。
双眼鏡や望遠鏡を使って星を見せてくれ、肉眼では見ることができない星もバッチリ見えました。
静かで真っ暗で、見上げると満天の星。
とーーーーっても感動＆癒されました！
ありがとうございました！

Since it's the end of October, it was said that the chance of going to the manta point was only about 50%... But perhaps due to good fortune, there was no north wind on the day, and we encountered mantas, making for the best snorkeling experience! Seeing the mantas gracefully swimming from above was so impressive that it reminded me of Darth Vader from Star Wars! I was very moved! The staff were all very friendly and always had smiles on their faces, which made me very satisfied! Thank you very much! I got a bit lost when going to the shop from Kawahira, so please put up a sign! Next time, I will come for diving!

10月の終わりということもあり、もともとマンタのポイントに行けるのも５０％ぐらいの確立って言われていましたが・・・日頃の行いが良かったのか当日は北風もなくマンタにも出会え、最高のシュノーケリングでした！優雅に泳ぐマンタを上から見るとスターウォーズに出てくるダースベーダーを想像してしまうぐらいの迫力！とても感動しました！
スタッフの皆さんも、笑顔を絶やさずいい方ばかりで満足でした！
ありがとうございました！
川平側からお店に行くときに少々迷ってしまうので、看板出してくださーい！
今度はダイビングで行かせていただきます！