All Reviews for Japan Winter Tours 2025

I participated alone on the last morning of my trip to Ishigaki Island. It was drizzling that day, but there were many unique benefits to the rain. The mangrove forest was beautifully wet and glimmered in deep green, and the ripples created by raindrops on the water's surface were stunning.

Even though I was alone, the guide frequently checked in with me, so I felt completely at ease. They also patiently taught me the techniques for paddling, which was reassuring. The sensation of blending into the water was pleasant, and the coolness of the raindrops hitting my body was refreshing.

When I listened closely, I could clearly hear the sounds of birds and water, making me feel one with nature. The guide took us to a spot that could only be accessed when the tide was low, allowing us to explore a cave.

While I believe that sunny mornings with the sunrise and blue skies are wonderful, the moist air and tranquility unique to rainy days provided a very luxurious experience in its own way. After it was over, I felt completely refreshed. I highly recommend this tour, as it can be enjoyed regardless of the weather and in a short amount of time.

石垣島旅行最終日の朝に1人で参加しました。
当日は小雨が降っていましたが、雨ならではの良さがたくさんありました。
マングローブ林がしっとり濡れて深い緑色に輝き、雨粒が水面に描く輪がとても綺麗でした。
1人での参加でしたが、ガイドさんがこまめに声をかけてくれたので不安はまったくなく、漕ぎ方のコツも丁寧に教えてもらえたので安心でした。
水面に馴染んでいく感覚が心地よく、雨粒が体にあたるひんやり感もむしろリフレッシュになりました。
耳を澄ますと鳥の声や水の音が鮮明に聞こえて、自然と一体になれた気がしました。
ガイドさんが潮位が高くないと行けない場所まで連れて行ってくださり、洞窟探検もできました。
晴れの日の朝日や青空の景色ももちろん素敵だと思いますが、雨の日ならではのしっとりとした空気や静寂は、ある意味とても贅沢な体験でした。
終わったあとは心がすっきりしました。
天候に左右されず短時間でも楽しめるツアーなのでおすすめです。

It was tough to wake up early, but I'm glad I participated. I was worried about canoeing for the first time, but it turned out to be easier than I expected. The moment the sunrise came up in the quiet space with only the sounds of birds and waves was moving. The instructor also took some photos for us. If I get the chance, I would like to join the sunset session as well. Thank you! 😊

朝早くて起きるのが辛かったけど、参加してよかったです。初めてのカヌーは心配でしたが、思ったより簡単に漕げました🛶鳥の声と波の音だけの静かな空間で、朝日が登ってくる瞬間は感動でした☀️イントラの人が写真も撮ってくれました。機会があったら、サンセットも参加してみたいです。ありがとうございました😊

In the early morning, the only sounds were the paddling of the SUP and the chirping of birds, making it a quiet and very nice experience! Unfortunately, the sunrise was obscured by clouds, but the morning air was clear and refreshing. At the end of June, Ishigaki is very hot, but this tour was in the early morning, so it was cool and there was no worry about sunburn!

早朝で音はSUPを漕ぐ音と鳥の鳴き声くらいしかなく、静かでとてもいい経験でした！
残念ながら日の出は雲がかかって見えなかったですが早朝の空気が澄んでて気持ちよかったです。
6月末の石垣はとっても暑いですが、このツアーは早朝だったので涼しく日焼けの心配もなかったです！

It was the morning of our departure day, but we were able to get a ride to the hotel. Since it was early, it wasn't too hot and I didn't have to worry much about sunburn. After returning to the hotel, I was able to take a bath and do laundry in the coin laundry while having breakfast, making good use of the time until check-out.

The seats in the shuttle were covered with vinyl sheets, so it was no problem to sit down wet. As long as I had drinks and a towel, it felt easy to participate.

Our guide, Hina, introduced us to various delicious recommended places during the ride, but since it was our departure day... I wish I could have gone if I had a few more days to stay. But now I have something to look forward to for my next visit to Ishigaki Island! I was able to drink the shake she recommended at the airport on the way back.

During the ride, I was able to hear a lot of stories, so it wasn't boring, and canoeing was fun. Canoeing in the morning felt refreshing and cleansing for the soul. The distance we paddled felt short, but even when there was a bit of waiting time for other groups to take photos, they encouraged us by saying we could go a little further and come back, so the waiting time wasn't boring. This was my first canoeing experience, and it seemed like my husband enjoyed this tour so much that he said he wanted to try a longer distance next time. I think I want to challenge myself with a longer lunch tour next time! Thank you very much!

帰る日の朝でしたが、ホテルまで送迎もしていただけ、朝早いので、暑くもなく日焼けの心配もほぼなく、ホテルに帰ってからも、お風呂に入って、朝食を食べてる間にコインランドリーで濡れた服も洗濯乾燥もできてチェックアウトまで時間を有効に使えました。
送迎車の座席は、ビニールシート敷いてくれてるので、ぬれたままでも問題なく、持ち物は、飲み物とタオルがあれば、気軽に参加できる感じでした。

ガイドのヒナさんが送迎中に、いろいろ美味しいオススメのお店とか紹介してくださったのですが、帰る日だったので…もう少し滞在日数があれば行ってみたかったです>⁠.⁠<
でも次回石垣島に来た時の楽しみができました〜(⁠^⁠^⁠)
おすすめしてもらったシェイクだけは帰りの空港で飲めました〜(⁠｡⁠•̀⁠ᴗ⁠-⁠)⁠✧

送迎中も、いっぱいお話し聞けたので、退屈しないし、カヌーも楽しかったです。朝からのカヌーは、気持ちよく心が洗われる感じでした〜(⁠≧⁠▽⁠≦⁠)
漕ぐ距離的には短い気もしますが、他の組の写真撮影の時、少し待ち時間ができても、どこどこの辺りまで行って、戻ってきてもいいですよと、声もかけてもらえるので、少しの待ち時間も退屈なくすごせました。今回初めてのカヌー体験で、こちらのツアーが楽しかったみたいで、旦那は、もう少し長い距離もしてみたいと言ってました
次回は少し時間長めのお昼とかのツアーに挑戦してみたいと思います!!
ありがとうございました〜

It was my first SUP experience, and I was taught carefully from the beginning, making it a wonderful memory! The morning meeting time is early, but paddling while watching the sunrise is exceptional! I want to do it again!

初めのSUP体験でしたが、一から丁寧に教えていただきとっても素敵な思い出になりました！朝の集合時間は早いですが、日の出を見ながらのsupは別格です！またやりたいです！

The only disappointment was that it was cloudy, but the sun came out at the end; the weather can't be helped.
It was my first time paddleboarding, and I was a bit anxious, but they provided a thorough explanation of how to paddle and stand, so I was able to keep up without falling in.
It was fun to pass through the mangroves, even while struggling a bit.
Thank you, Tomo!

曇りだったのだけが残念、最後に太陽が出てきたけど、天気はしかたないですね。
SUPは初めてでちょっと不安でしたが、漕ぎ方立ち方の説明もきちんとしてくださったので、落水せず最後までついていけました。
つっかえながらでもマングローブの下を通り抜けられて楽しかったです。
トモさんありがとうございました。

It was my first time canoeing, but it was very easy. I enjoyed the refreshing early morning hours, and I was able to make good use of the later part of the day, so I highly recommend it.

　カヌーは初めてでしたが、とても簡単でした。
　早朝の爽やかな時間帯を楽しめるし、後の時間も有効に使えるので、お勧めです。