All Reviews for Japan Hidden Gems: Secret Islands

The weather was very nice, and I was able to enjoy the places I wanted to visit and the scenery I wanted to see! I would like to take my time exploring the places I liked on my next trip. ^_^

とても良いお天気で、行きたい所や見たい景色を楽しむことができました！
今回気に入ったところを、次の旅行でまたゆっくりまわりたいと思います^_^

It was a trip for two people aged 72 and 79, and from the departure at Ishigaki Port to the return, all aspects of the journey were wonderful. The lunch was also delicious. I unconditionally recommend this tour to anyone considering it.

72歳と79歳の二人旅でしたが、石垣港の出発から帰港まで、全ての行程の内容・対応が素晴らしかったです。ランチも美味しかったです。ツアーを検討されている方に無条件にお勧めします。

I learned about mangroves for the first time in detail. Thanks to the knowledgeable guide, I had a great time.

マングローブのことをはじめてちゃんと知りました。
詳しいガイドさんのおかげでとっても楽しめました。

The island tour by bus, glass boat, and water buffalo ride was great, and it was wonderful to fully enjoy Ishigaki Island with the guide. However, the information about the bus returning to the terminal was unclear.

バスにて島巡り、グラスボート、水牛乗車はガイドさん含めて石垣島を満喫できて良かったのですが、ターミナルに戻るバスの案内が分かりにくかったです

In the morning, we participated in kayaking, and in the afternoon, we went to the Blue Cave for snorkeling.

Although the three groups of participants had different ages and backgrounds, we all enjoyed ourselves together thanks to our guide's cheerful leadership!

In the morning, we had two male guides for kayaking. They were very kind to the children, and even the older girls enjoyed kayaking without fear! We were able to take a lot of photos, and they sent them to us right away on our phones, so we could check them immediately!

Lunch was free for a while, but they gave us great recommendations, so we could easily find a delicious place to eat!

In the afternoon, we had two female guides for snorkeling. During the jump into the Blue Cave, the older kids were a bit scared, which made us worry… (laughs). However, during snorkeling, the guides pulled us along with floaties, so we didn’t have to worry at all, and the adults enjoyed themselves too!

午前中はカヤック、
午後は青の洞窟、シュノーケリング、
に参加しました。


年齢も構成もバラバラだった参加3組でしたが、ガイドさんの明るいリードで一体になって楽しめました！

午前のカヤックは男性2人のガイドさんでした。子供達にも優しく接していただき、年長さんの女子も怖がらずカヤック楽しめました！写真もたくさん撮ってもらえましたし、その後すぐにケータイで送ってもらえたので、即チェックできました！

ランチは一旦フリーになりますが、オススメもしっかり教えてもらえたので、サクッと美味しいお店に入れました！

午後のシュノーケリングは女性2人のガイドさんでした。青の洞窟の飛び込みでは、年長さんが少し怖がって心配しましたが…笑。
その後のシュノーケリングの時は、ガイドさんにずーっと浮き輪で引っ張っていただいたので全く心配せず、大人は大人で楽しんでました！

We participated as a couple. The purpose was the tour of Iriomote Island, which we had long admired. The mangrove cruise, crossing the island by water buffalo cart, the cart tour on Taketomi Island, and riding the glass-bottom boat twice were all part of a very satisfying tour. We were blessed with good weather; it was comfortably warm. The kindness of all the staff was delightful. Thank you very much. We would like to use your services again.

夫婦で参加しました。かねてから憧れだった西表島のツアーが目的でした。マングローブ遊覧や水牛車での島渡り、竹富島での牛車巡り、グラスボートは二度も乗りすべて大変満足のツアーでした。天気にも恵まれ、やや暑い程度で快適なツアーでした。すべてのスタッフの人情が心地よかった。ありがとうございました。また利用したいです。

I chose this tour because I wanted to visit three islands in a short amount of time. There was no tour guide throughout the trip; instead, we received an explanation at the ferry terminal and got tickets for the entire itinerary, which we followed. At each destination, representatives from the respective tour companies were waiting for us, so everything went smoothly without any confusion.

The mangrove tour in Iriomote was fascinating, the water buffalo cart ride to Yubu Island was soothing, and I was moved by the beauty of the sea in Taketomi Island. I wished we had a bit more time for sightseeing on Yubu Island, and it was disappointing that the bike rental return time on Taketomi Island was early, leading to a long wait for the departure of the return ferry.

滞在時間が少ないけど3島を観光したいということでこちらのツアーを選択しました。
通してつく添乗員さんはおらず、フェリーターミナルで説明を受け全行程のチケットをもらい、それに沿って進んでいくツアーです。行った先にはそれぞれの観光会社の方が待ち受けており、迷うこともなくスムーズに終了することができました。
西表のマングローブツアーは興味深く、由布島渡りの水牛車には癒され、竹富島の海の美しさに感動しました。
由布島の観光時間がもう少し欲しかったのと、竹富島のレンタサイクル返却時間が早くて、帰りの船の出発までの待ち時間が長かったのが残念でした。

I was disappointed that I couldn't take photos with the water buffalo freely. I also couldn't eat the lunch because it had beans in it due to my allergy, and I was told that exchanges were not allowed, which was disappointing. I would like the lunch menu to be provided in advance.

水牛と写真が自由に撮れずがっかり。ランチが豆の入ったご飯がアレルギーの為食べられず、交換も不可と言われてがっかり。ランチメニューを前もって記載してほしい。

I had to wait to ride the water buffalo cart on Taketomi Island, and after it was over, I was quickly put on a bus to the port, so I couldn't do any sightseeing. The rest was enjoyable.

竹富島で水牛車に乗るまで待たされ、終わってから港までのバスにすく乗せられて、観光が出来ませんでした。後は楽しかったです。

Star Sand
The water buffalo was amazing!
I had fun visiting three islands in one day!
The tour bus driver was also great at storytelling, it was the best!
I want to come back for sightseeing again! ✨

星の砂
水牛最高でした！
１日で3島まわれて楽しかったです！
観光バスの運転手さんも話が上手くて最高でした
また観光にきたいです✨

I was able to fully enjoy the unique mangroves and the beauty of the sea in Ishigaki Island, and it became a wonderful memory. I was satisfied to see so many beautiful natural landscapes!

石垣島ならではのマングローブや海の魅力を堪能できて、とてもいい思い出になりました。自然のきれいな景色を沢山見ることができて満足です！

I chose a bus tour plan because I was anxious about walking around and moving by bicycle during my pregnancy. The weather was great, and even though it was May, it was really hot, so taking the bus was definitely the right decision! Thank you very much.

妊娠中で歩き回ることや自転車等の移動に不安があった為、バス観光のプランにしました。
お天気にも恵まれ5月でしたがすごく暑かったので
バス移動で大正解でした！ありがとうございました。

I went with my parents, and we had a fulfilling time enjoying the sights. It was a rewarding day. The tour guide at the sightseeing spots provided thorough explanations, which was also educational. The hotel shuttle service was great, as they confirmed the reservation before departing.

両親と3人で行きました。
充実な時間と観光を楽しめて、充実した1日でした。
観光地のガイドさんも丁寧に説明してくれるので勉強にもなります。
ホテルまで送迎もあり、ちゃんと予約者の搭乗を確認してから出発してくれるのが良かった。

Both kayaking and snorkeling were great with the nice weather and abundant nature! Above all, the staff's thoughtfulness, kindness, and unique behavior were absolutely wonderful! Thank you very much!!

カヤックもシュノーケリングも天気が良くて、自然豊かでした！なによりもスタッフさんの気遣いと優しさとユニークな振る舞いが、最高によかったです！ありがとうございました！！

It was unfortunately cloudy, but it was comfortable and not too hot. This tour is efficient for a one-day trip and just the right fit, plus the transportation is on a large high-speed boat, so I recommend it.

あいにくの曇りでしたが、暑くなく快適に過ごせました。1日で回るには効率が良く、丁度いいツアー、移動も大型の高速船なのでおすすめです。

The water buffalo was cute, and I was healed by the relaxing time. Also, it was great to see many fish while on the glass-bottom boat.

水牛可愛くてのんびりとした時間に癒されました。
また、グラスボートもたくさんのお魚が見れて良かったです。

It was my first visit to Ishigaki Island and Taketomi Island in about 50 years. Last time, I stayed for a month with friends and enjoyed the sea every day while snorkeling. This time, I spent time with my wife, taking a mangrove tour, riding a water buffalo, and cycling around the island with a rental bike. It was a packed day of activities. I wish there had been electric assist bicycles available on Taketomi Island as well.

　約50年ぶりの石垣島竹富島でした。前回は、友達と１ヶ月間滞在し、シュノーケルをつけて毎日海を楽しんでいました。
　今回は妻と一緒でマングローブ遊覧をしたり、水牛に乗ったり、レンタサイクルで島を回ったりして過ごしました。1日で盛りだくさんのツアーでした。竹富島でも電動アシスタント自転車があれば良かった

I was a bit confused because there was no local guide. That was disappointing. It was also confusing that all the tickets were self-managed.

現地案内人がいないので行動に少し困惑しました。その点が残念でした。チケット全て自己管理の切符制で困惑しました。

I thought I would be very busy visiting three islands, but I was able to enjoy everything at a leisurely pace without feeling rushed. The mangroves on Iriomote Island and the water buffalo cart ride were both delightful, and the guide's stories were fun, filled with many first-time experiences. The water buffalo cart driver's sanshin and singing were very emotional. I really felt the essence of Okinawa.

However, it was a bit disappointing that the mangrove cruise had flowers and fruits mostly on the right side, so I couldn't see them up close on the left.

Cycling on Taketomi Island was refreshing! Next time, I want to research the roads and shops a bit more before coming. (I got lost ^^; but that too is a fun memory.)

3島も巡るので、大忙しかと思いましたが、急かされることもなく、ゆっくり満喫できました。
西表島のマングローブでも、水牛車でも、ガイドさんの話が楽しく、見たり聞いたり初めてだらけ。水牛車の運転手？さんの三線と歌はとても情緒がありました。沖縄〜って感じました。
ただ、マングローブクルーズは花や実が近くで見れるのが右側に偏っていたのが少し残念です。
竹富島のサイクリングは気持ちが良かった！
次はもう少し道やお店を調べてから来たいです。
（道に迷ってしまいました^^; それも楽しい思い出ですが）

The island-hopping tour, which I was most looking forward to on my first trip to Ishigaki, was enjoyable and allowed for a relaxed pace. During the mangrove cruise, they provided detailed explanations about the types of mangroves and the animals that inhabit them. I think it would be a wonderful experience for children. I want to go again.

初めての石垣旅行で一番楽しみにしていた離島めぐり
ゆったりと移動でき楽しめました。
マングローブ遊覧ではマングローブの種類、生息している動物の
ことなど、詳しく説明してくれます。
子どもにはとてもいい体験になると思います
また行きたいです。

We participated as a couple on April 9th. My wife wanted to see the mangroves, and I was interested in the water buffalo cart. Since we had an evening flight that day, this tour allowed us to return to the hotel early and also visit Kabira Bay by rental car. We were able to make efficient use of our time. For those with limited time, this tour is highly recommended as it offers great content.

4月9日に夫婦で参加しました。妻がマングローブ、私が水牛車を希望しておりました。当日夕方の飛行機利用でしたので、このツアーを利用すれば早めにホテルへ戻れ、川平湾へもレンタカーで行けました。効率よく回れました。時間が限られている方は内容が大変良いツアーですのでおすすめです。

I enjoyed a tour of the magnificent mangrove forest. I was amazed by the guide's extensive knowledge. The witty conversation from the bus driver during our subsequent journey was also enjoyable. Along the way, I was moved by the bright red flowers of the deigo, and I found comfort in the sanshin music I listened to while swaying in the water buffalo cart. On Yubu Island, tropical plants, bougainvillea, and hibiscus were in full bloom. At the butterfly garden, I was able to see the elegant Papilio butterfly and golden chrysalises. As we leisurely traveled along the stone path adorned with blooming bougainvillea in the water buffalo cart, it felt like stepping into another world, filled with continuous amazement. Just gazing at the emerald sea from each island was moving, and I felt glad I came.

雄大なマングローブの森を遊覧しました。ガイドの豊富な知識に驚きました。その後の移動のバスのドライバーさんのウイットに富んだ会話も楽しかったです。途中、真っ赤なデイゴの花に感動し、水牛車では揺られながら聴いた三線の曲に癒されました。由布島では熱帯植物やブーゲンビリア・ハイビスカスが咲き乱れていました。蝶園では優雅なオオゴマダラ蝶と黄金のサナギも見る事が出来ました。水牛車でブーゲンビリアが咲き乱れる石垣の小道をのんびりと回ると、非日常というか、別世界の様で感動の連続でした。各島でエメラルドの海を眺めているだけでも感動し、来て良かったと思いました。

Since it was my first time in Ishigaki Island, I wanted to experience island hopping, including Iriomote Island, so I applied for this tour that allows you to efficiently visit various places in one day. Although there wasn't a guide with us, we were smoothly greeted and shown around without getting lost.

Talking to locals and hearing various stories was very educational and really great. My main goal was to ride the water buffalo cart, so I chose the water buffalo cart option on Taketomi Island as well. Crossing the sea and enjoying the bougainvillea flowers were completely different experiences, and I'm glad I chose the water buffalo cart!

初めての石垣島だったので、西表島も含めた離島巡りも経験したく、1日で効率的に色々回れるこちらに応募しました。ガイドの方が一緒ではないですが、迷うことなくその場その場で出迎えて案内してもらえてスムーズでした。
やはり現地で色々話を聞くと勉強になるしすごく良かったです。
水牛車が目的だったので、竹富島のオプションも水牛車にしましたが、海を渡るのと、ブーゲンビリアの花の中を楽しむのはそれぞれ全然違って、水牛車選んで良かったと思いました！

I had a very enjoyable time on a packed day of island hopping. The staff were friendly, and I'm glad I participated.

島巡る盛りだくさんの1日で、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。スタッフの方も気さくな方で参加してよかったです。

In the morning, I went canoeing along the Miyara River to see the mangroves. The guide was cheerful throughout and kept us entertained until the end! The sightseeing information to the location was easy to understand, and once we arrived, they explained how to do canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding in a way that beginners could understand.

In the afternoon, we went snorkeling at the Blue Cave. The guide here was also very cheerful and explained the sightseeing and how to snorkel in an easy-to-understand manner!

We were blessed with great weather and made the best memories!

AMにカヌーで宮良川沿いのマングローブを観て来ました。ガイドさんが終始明るく、最後まで楽しませてくれました！現地までの観光案内も分かりやすく、現地着いてからカヌーやSUPのやり方を初心者にも分かるように説明してくれました。

PMで青の洞窟へシュノーケリングをしに行きました。こちらも明るい方で観光案内やシュノーケリングの仕方まで分かりやすく教えていただきました！

天気にも恵まれて最高の思い出が出来ました

I could only find a boat during this time in the afternoon through this tour. It was a satisfying tour that allowed us to use the morning for other activities and still have plenty of time on Taketomi Island.

午後のこの時間帯からの船はこちらのツアーでしか見つかりませんでした。
午前中を他のアクティビティに使え、竹富島でも十分な時間が取れる満足のいくツアーでした。

I was able to fully enjoy everything I wanted to experience in a day on the remote island, including seeing mangroves, riding in an ox cart, and viewing coral reefs!

マングローブを見て、牛車に乗って、珊瑚礁を見て、と離島で体験したい事がまるっと1日で満喫出来ました！

My first trip to Ishigaki Island with the kids was filled with wonderful memories of mangroves and snorkeling. The conversations on the bus during the gathering were enjoyable, and the kayaking through the mangroves was well-explained, allowing us to learn about the nature of Ishigaki Island while having fun.

The afternoon snorkeling was well-managed, especially for the little ones, providing a great experience. At one point, an adult got seasick and had to leave, but the support for the group with children was thorough, making it a very reassuring tour.

Unfortunately, due to bad weather, we couldn't do the cave snorkeling this time, so I would like to use this tour again when I visit Ishigaki Island. Thank you very much for your assistance.

子供達と初めての石垣島でマングローブとシュノーケリングはとても楽しい思い出になりました。集合からバス車内でのお話も楽しく、マングローブのカヤックでは、説明も丁寧で石垣島の自然を学びながら、楽しく過ごすことができました。
午後のシュノーケリングは、小さい子供達のフォローも行き届き、良い経験ができました。途中、波酔いして、大人が一人離脱したのですが、子供連れのグループへのフォローをしっかりしてくださって、とても安心できるツアーでした。
今回、天候が悪く洞窟のシュノーケリングができなかったので、また石垣島に訪れる際にはこちらのツアーを利用したいです。大変お世話になりました。

We participated as a family of four, including our 3-year-old preschooler and 11-year-old elementary school student. Every part of the itinerary was wonderful, and the kids had a great time. Riding the water buffalo was a particularly memorable experience, and our whole family was very satisfied.

Choosing the bus tour option on Taketomi Island was definitely the right decision. Walking or riding bicycles in the heat can be tough, so I strongly recommend the bus tour for those with small children.

保育園児3歳と小学生11歳を連れても家族4人で参加しました。どの行程も素晴らしく、子供達も多いに楽しめるプランでした。特に水牛に乗るのは初めての体験で、家族全員大満足でした。

なお、竹富島での選べるプランをバス観光にして正解でした。暑い中歩いたり、自転車に乗ったりするのは厳しく大変なので、小さい子連れの方はバス観光を強くお勧めします。

It became one of the best memories of my trip to Ishigaki Island. The scenery of Taketomi Island is something you can't see on Ishigaki Island, and it was very soothing for my heart. The cows were also incredibly gentle and cute. I was able to take pictures with them too.

石垣島旅行の中でも最高の思い出になりました。
竹富島の風景は石垣島では見られないもので、とても心が癒されました。牛さんもすごい温厚で可愛くて。一緒に写真も撮れました。