All Reviews for Bus Tours

This was an amazing experience. The day was well planned, well run and we had some amazing experiences. The guide was attentive, enthusiastic and explained everything about the schedule so we all knew what was happening. The food was really good with a stunning river view. We cannot fault anything - a wonderful day!

My elderly parents participated together. They were happy that the guide said, "You can take a break here if you get tired," and took many photos for them. They also mentioned that the lunch was very delicious! I'm glad we included lunch. We were very satisfied to visit the highlights of Kyoto in one day. Thank you!

高齢の両親が2人で参加しました。ガイドさんには、｢疲れたらここで休憩してもいいですよ｣と声をかけていただいたり、写真もたくさん撮ってくれたと喜んでいました。昼食もとても美味しかった！と言っていました。ランチ付きにして良かったです。
1日で京都の見所ある観光名所を回れて大満足でした。ありがとうございました！

I went during the Obon holiday.
It was close to 35 degrees, but the bus was cool and comfortable.
With explanations in both English and Japanese, we understood the highlights well, and when we got off the bus to explore the area, it was great that the kids had a sense of purpose in what they were seeing!
I was worried it might be tough for the younger elementary school kids in this heat, but they were able to recharge their energy on the bus and found things they wanted to see and do at the attractions, allowing them to enjoy the exploration.
Both adults and children were able to have fun.
Thank you!

お盆休みに行きました。
35度近い中、バスの中は涼しく快適。
英語と日本語の解説があり、程よく名所の内容がわかったところで、バスを降り現地を巡るので、子供達も見るものの目的意識がついてよかったです！
小学生の低学年にはキツイかなぁ〜、この暑さ大丈夫かなぁ〜、と思ってましたが、バスでエネルギーを貯め、名所で見たい物ややりたいことを見つけて散策できていました。
大人も子供も楽しむことができました。
ありがとうございます。

It was my first tour, but I was able to go to various places without wasting time, which was great! The guide was also good! I wish I had a bit more time for souvenirs, but I guess this is how it is. I would like to use this service again!

ツアーは初めてでしたが無駄なく色々行けたのでよかった！
ガイドさんも良かった！
お土産の時間もう少し欲しかったけどこんなものかな。また利用したいです！

The bus takes you around the main attractions, making it easy for seniors like me to enjoy sightseeing. Most of the participants were foreigners, but I made friends with one who started talking to me. However, there were some places where we had to walk quite a bit, which was challenging. Overall, I’m glad I participated.

バスで主要な場所を回ってくれるので私のようなおばあちゃんシニアも楽に観光できる。
ほとんど外国人ぱかりだったが、一緒に参加した外国人が話しかけてきて友だちになった。
ただ、途中結構歩くのが大変な場所もあった。
総じて参加して良かった

I visited with my daughter and mother, three generations together. It was the height of summer and very hot, but there were mists, distribution of cooling sheets (three per pack), and fans provided, which helped me manage the heat with my own parka and hat. The tour was from the car, but they slowed down so we could see everything. It felt very open, and I think it would be really pleasant if you choose the right season.

娘と母の三世代で利用させていただきました。
真夏でとても暑かったですが、ミストが出ていたり、冷却シート（3枚入り）の配布、うちわが備え付けられており、自分のパーカーと帽子で何とか暑さを凌げました。
ツアー内容は車からですがスピードを落としてくださり、見ることができました。
開放的で季節を選べばとても気持ちが良いと思いました。

It was great to be able to sightsee in Osaka city on an open bus, even though it was a bit hot in the limited time of one hour.

１時間と限られた時間で、少し暑かったですが、大阪市内を開放的なオープンバスで観光できて良かったです。

The guide's explanations were easy to understand and very good. The descriptions of Midosuji in the future, the temple district, and the origins of Tanimachi-suji were also great.

ガイドさんの説明もわかり易く、
とても良かったです。
将来の御堂筋の説明、お寺街、
谷町筋の由来等、良かったです。

Mr. Miki, our tour guide, provided detailed explanations until we arrived at each location, which gave us a solid understanding and made for an enjoyable trip. I would like to come again in the cool autumn. I hope to see Mr. Miki again then. Thank you very much.

ツアー案内人の三木さんが、各現地へ到着するまでに細かく説明をしていただいたので基礎知識が入り、楽しい旅となりました。
今度は 、秋の涼しいときに来たいと思いました。その際はまた三木さんにお会いできることを願っています。
ありがとうございました。

I was worried because it was hot, but the mist came out and the drive was enjoyable. An hour felt quick. The one-hour drive in Tokyo was nice, so I also participated in Osaka, and that was the right choice. I want to enjoy it again somewhere else.

暑いので心配してましたが ミストも出たし ドライブは面白かったです。
一時間が早く感じました。
東京都内の一時間ドライブも良かったので 大阪も参加したのですが正解でした。また どこかで楽しみたいです。

The mist wasn't very helpful. It might have been better if the mist was directed at the passengers. The guide's explanations were clear and good.

ミストが役だってなかった。ミストを乗客にあてる感じの方が良かったかもしれません。ガイドさんの説明は、分かりやすく良かったです。

The open-air bus is nice, but during the time we rode from 15:40, it was hot... Perhaps due to concerns about direct sunlight, they provided mist sprays and cooling patches, which was considerate. If there were an option, an evening tour (after 19:00) would have been perfect.

オープンエアのバスはいいのですが、私たちが乗った時間帯15:40～は、暑い…直射日光が当たることも懸念してか、ミスト噴射、冷えピタ等もい頂いて、気遣いを頂きましたが、もし選択肢があれば、夕方（19時以降）のツアーがあれば最高でした。

I used the service the day after the expo. The view from the open-top bus was amazing, and although it was hot, the cooling sheet provided by the staff worked really well, making it comfortable. The boarding area was also close to Osaka Station's central exit, and the reserved bus was displayed on the electronic board, so I had no trouble boarding. I thoroughly enjoyed the sightseeing from the bus and had a fulfilling experience exploring Osaka. Thanks to the city sightseeing bus, it became a trip where I didn't want to go home.

万博の翌日利用しました。屋根なしバスからの景色は最高で、暑かったのですが、スタッフが渡してくれた保冷シートがよく効いて、快適でした。乗り場も大阪駅中央口から近くて、電光掲示板に予約したバスが表示されるので、迷うことはなく乗車でき、車窓観光を満喫し、充実した大阪観光ができて満足です。市内観光バスのおかげで帰りたくない旅になりました。

I had participated in the same tour before, and this was my second time joining. Perhaps because it was during the hot summer season, or maybe it was just a coincidence, but it was nice to have a smaller group compared to the last time. The guide was wonderful, providing explanations in both English and Japanese, which was very educational. I am also very grateful for the photos taken. The driver was always driving safely, so thank you very much for that. My friends who came from overseas were also very pleased. Thank you for a wonderful tour in such hot weather.

以前にも同じツアーに参加したことがあり、今回で2回目の参加でした。暑い夏の時期だからなのか、たまたまかなのか前回と比べると少人数のツアーでよかったです。ガイドさんが素晴しく、英語でも日本語でも同じように、たくさんの事を説明してくださり、たいへん勉強になりました。写真まで撮っていただき大変感謝しております。ドライバーさんも常に安全運転で本当にありがとうございました。海外から来ていた友人も大変喜んでおりました。本当に暑い中、素晴らしいツアーをありがとうございました。

Since it was a weekday, there were fewer than 20 travelers on the large bus. There was plenty of space on the bus, allowing us to leisurely visit the sightseeing spots. Each seat on the bus was equipped with an AC 100V outlet, which was convenient for charging portable fans and smartphones via USB.

On other tours, the bus seats were unassigned, which led to our group being scattered and feeling bored. However, with LIMON, we were assigned seats in advance to keep our group together, showing their thoughtful consideration.

The lunch at Kiyomizu-dera was surprisingly luxurious, and we thoroughly enjoyed the traditional yudofu from a long-established Kyoto restaurant. Thanks to our guide, Toshi, and his lively storytelling and vocabulary, we were never bored while visiting the attractions. I believe that knowledge of history, geography, and notable figures is important for touring, but current events and humor are also necessary. His engaging storytelling made the trip enjoyable and will remain in our memories for a long time.

If I have the opportunity again, I would like to use LIMON's tour services. Thank you for a wonderful trip!

平日と言う事もあってか、大型バスに乗車された旅行者の方は２０人弱となりました。バスの中も余裕があってゆっくり観光地を回れました。
バスの各座席にAC100Vのコンセントも設置されおり、USBで携帯扇風機を充電したりスマホを充電したりと便利に使わせていただきました。
他社のツアーではバスの座席が自由席との事でグループでバラバラになってつまらない思いをしましたが、LIMONさんでは事前にグループがまとまるように座席指定していただきLIMONさんの気遣いを感じました。
清水寺での昼食は想像以上の豪華さでビックリ、京都の老舗の湯豆腐を満喫させていただきました。
ガイドさん（トシさん）の軽快な話術とボキャブラリーのお陰で退屈することなく観光地をアテンドして頂きました、観光地を巡るには歴史・地理・偉人についての知識も大切だとは思いますがそれ以外の時事ネタそしてお笑いの要素も必要です、その点のポイントを掴んだ話術で楽しく旅行できたのはいつまでも記憶に残る事と思います。
また機会がありましたら、LIMONさんのツアー利用したい思います。楽しい旅をありがとうございました。

I had read in reviews that there would be a lot of explanations in English, so I was prepared for that, but on this tour, they provided explanations in Japanese at various points, which allowed my elementary school son to enjoy the entire experience. The explanations included information beyond what was in the guidebook, which was very good.

Additionally, the driver was very courteous and drove carefully, so even though it was a full-day tour, I didn't feel fatigued at all.

口コミで英語の説明が多いと書いてあり、覚悟していましたが、今ツアーでは随所で日本語でも説明してくださったので、小学生の息子も終始楽しめておりました。
説明はガイドブック以外の事を話してくださったので、非常に良かったです。

また、ドライバーさんも非常に丁寧に運転してくださったので、丸一日のツアーでしたが、疲労感はありませんでした。

It was a very fulfilling tour where we could efficiently see the World Heritage sites in one day. The guide was very good and provided clear explanations! The travel time and the flow in between were smooth, and I’m really glad I participated.

世界遺産を一日で効率的に見ることが出来、非常に充実したツアーでした。ガイドさんも分かりやすい説明で、とても良い方でした！！移動時間や、合間の流れもスムーズで、本当に参加して良かったです。

In July, the open-top bus is hot. During this time of year, the sunlight is not just hot but painful. There is hardly any shade. Cooling patches are distributed, but their effect is barely felt. I think it would be good to have frozen water bottles, but there weren't any at the nearby convenience store.

7月の晴天は、オープントップバスは暑いです。この頃の気候では、日差しは暑いを通り越して痛いです。なんせ日陰がほとんどありません。冷えピタが配られますが、効果はほとんど感じられません。凍ったペットボトルがあるとよいと思いますが、近辺のコンビニではありませんでした。

I applied through VELTRA, but there were mostly Chinese and Indian people, and the interpreter was Chinese. Communication was only possible with the interpreter in Japanese.

VELTRAさんで申し込んだのに中国人インド人多国籍の方々ばかり　通訳は中国人でした。日本語は通訳さんのみコミニケーションは取れません。

It was my first bus tour. The guide explained everything clearly in both Japanese and English, which was very nice. Since it was a plan without meals, I had lunch at a restaurant recommended by the guide. It was delicious. At the end of the tour, the guide even explained how to get back, and I'm glad I chose this tour. Thank you very much.

初めてのバスツアー。ガイドさんが日本語と英語でわかりやすく説明してくれてとてもよかったです。食事なしプランだったので、ガイドさんおすすめのお店でお昼ご飯を食べました。美味しかったです。ツアーの最後は、帰り方まで教えてくれて、このツアーにしてよかったです。ありがとうございました。

For 12,000 yen, including lunch and a guide, it's really a great deal! It was the best! The guide's explanations were clear and helpful. 😆 I would like to use this service again when I go to Kyoto!

1日、ランチ込み！ガイドさん込み！で12000円は、本当に安い！最高！
ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすくて良かったです😆
また、京都に行く時は利用したいと思います！

I was able to visit the places I wanted to, but I felt that the walking distance was a bit too much. I joined after seeing a review that mentioned it was fine for those with mobility issues, but I thought the distance might be a bit long for families with children. I wondered if there could be a bus stop a little closer to Kiyomizu-dera. I also wished there were options to turn back around the entrance area in Arashiyama.

行きたいところは回れたが、ちょっと歩く距離が多すぎと思った。
足が悪い方が参加して問題なかったとのレビューを見て参加したのですが、子供連れでは歩く距離がちょっと長すぎかなと思いました。清水寺とかもう少し近くにバス停が無いのかなと思いました。
嵐山とかは入り口あたりで引き返す選択肢が欲しかった。

It's a bus without a ceiling on the second floor, so I thought it would be hot, but surprisingly, there was a nice breeze while driving, making it a fun hour. The locations of the landmarks were clear, and the guide's stories were interesting, which made it very enjoyable.

2階の天井のないバスなので、暑いかと思いきや、意外と走れば風があって、楽しい1時間でした
名所の位置がよくわかり、ガイドさんの話も興味深く、とても良かったです

On June 26, I participated in the English tour with three others. "Thank you, Nick. It was fun."

Overall, it was good. Here are some points of concern:
1) We gathered more than 30 minutes early for the 9:00 AM departure from the Kyoto VIP Lounge (check-in ended 10 minutes prior), but the bus actually arrived and started at 9:30 AM.
2) I wanted more time at Nara Park. Playing with the deer was the main reason for participating, but we had no time at all after visiting Todai-ji.
3) The tours from Osaka and Kyoto should be separated. The driver was too concerned about their working hours, which made it difficult for the guide. If there wasn't a 1 to 2-hour round trip from Osaka, the tour could have been more relaxed, allowing customers to enjoy it more leisurely (especially for foreign tours). This way, we could allocate an additional 30 minutes at each point.

6/26 英語ツアーに4名で参加の村中。「Nickさん、ありがとう。楽しかったです。」
全体的には良かった。気になる点だけ箇条書きで。
1）京都VIPラウンジ9時出発⁽10分前受付で終了）ということで30分以上前に集合したが、実際BUSが来てスタートしたのが09:30だった。
2）奈良公園でもっと時間が欲しかった。鹿と遊べるのを参加の最大の理由だったが、東大寺に行ったら全く時間がなかった。
3）大阪発着と京都発着を分けるべき。ドライバーの勤務時間を気にし過ぎて、その調整でガイドが気の毒。大阪の往復1時間～2時間の移動距離がなければ、ツアーにもっと余裕が出来てお客もゆっくり楽しめるはず。（特に外国人ツアーは）
そうすると各ポイントで＋30分は時間を取れるはず。

My parents came from the countryside to Osaka for the Expo, and after some deliberation on what to do the next morning, we decided to take a sightseeing bus that would easily show us some iconic places in Osaka. We had a 6-year-old child with us, and they were excited about the open-top bus.

We were able to quickly see famous spots like Tsutenkaku, Glico, and Abeno Harukas, which are quintessentially Osaka! I think it's a great option for first-time visitors to the city. However, it started to drizzle on the day, and we were told that if it rains, the roof would close, which would diminish the experience. Luckily, the weather held up, and we were able to enjoy the sights.

The guide shared many interesting stories that even I, who live in Osaka, had never heard before, which was enjoyable. Thanks to their recommendation of adding red ginger to the kushikatsu, my mother suddenly wanted to eat kushikatsu (laughs). It was great to gather various information about food and more.

地方から父母が万博のために大阪へ来ていて翌日午前中何をしようかと悩んだ結果、簡単に大阪らしい場所をみることができる観光バスに乗ることに。
６歳の子どもも一緒でしたが上が開いているバスにテンションがあがっていました。
通天閣、グリコ、あべのハルカスなどこれぞ大阪!という所をバババと急ぎ足でみることができるので初めて大阪に来る人にはいいかなと思います。ただ当日は雨がポツポツ降りだしたので雨が降ると屋根を閉めて良さが半減すると言われていました。なんとかお天気もったのでしっかりみれました。
ガイドさんのお話は大阪にいる私でも初めて聞くこともたくさんあり、楽しかったです。串カツの紅しょうがをオススメしてくださったおかげで母が「串カツ食べたい」となりました(笑)
食べ物の事など情報色々聞けてよかったです。

It started with unfortunate rainy weather, but they opened the rain cover halfway through, allowing us to enjoy a pleasant tour around Osaka. I felt like I could ride again! (╹◡╹)

あいにくの雨模様でスタートしましたが、途中で雨よけをオープンにしてくださり、気持ちの良い大阪周遊を味わいました。また乗ってもいいなって感じでした（╹◡╹）

The open bus during the very hot season was tough with sweat pouring down, but I think it's a great bus for touring the sightseeing spots.

とても暑い時期にオープンのバスは汗が流れて大変だったけど、観光名所を巡るにはとてもいいバスだと思います

The guide was very kind, which was great. They provided detailed explanations at the tourist spots and continuously described the surrounding scenery on the bus.

ガイドさんがとても親切な方で良かったです
観光地での丁寧な説明とバスの中でも、周りの風景の説明をずっとして下さっていました

We participated for the second time to guide our family around Osaka, and we had the same guide as the first time! As expected, the quality is better than if we explained it ourselves. Truly a professional. Wonderful!

家族に大阪案内のため２回目で２人で参加しました。１回目と同じガイドさん！当たり前だが自分で説明するより質がイイ。さすがプロです。素晴らしい！

I thought it couldn't be helped since it was an extremely hot day, but it was really hot without a roof! However, it was great to be able to tour Osaka compactly while riding.

猛暑日だから仕方ないと思いましたが屋根なしは暑い！
でも乗ってみて大阪の観光をコンパクトに回れてとても良かった