All Reviews for 2026 Japan Cherry Blossom Tours

Tour guides were very informative………………………………………..

Lunch was a bit disappointing. We were seated outside with another group, and it was very cold due to the strong wind. The fire for grilling the meat went out quickly because of the wind, and when I informed the restaurant staff, they seemed to have forgotten about it, so we had to wait a long time. I hope they can adjust the seating to avoid overlapping with other groups.

The sightseeing portion was good. We were able to finish smoothly without any traffic jams.

昼食が少し残念だった。他の団体と被っており、外の席で食べたが、風が強くてとても寒かった。強風のせいで、お肉を焼くための火が早く消えてしまったので、レストランの方に伝えたが、忘れられておりずっと待たされた。他の団体と被らないように調節して欲しい。
観光内容は良かった。渋滞もなくスムーズに終えることが出来た。

When my friend went last week, they could only see half of Mount Fuji, but they were lucky with the weather and got to see the beautiful clear Mount Fuji. The houtou udon for lunch was also delicious.

友人が先週行った時は、富士山が半分だけしか見えませんでしたが、お天気に恵まれて、晴天の綺麗な富士山がみれました。
お昼のほうとううどんも美味しかったです。

Since the weather forecast predicted rain, I checked in advance whether the open bus roof would close, and was told to assume that it would most likely remain open. So, I participated fully prepared with a raincoat and a plastic bag for my belongings. However, at the meeting point lounge, I was informed that due to the rain from the previous day, they planned to operate with the roof closed. The roof was indeed closed, but I was able to enjoy the cherry blossoms from the windows. Since it was a simple roof, there were occasional drips from the joints, but it wasn't bothersome. Other buses from different companies passed by with their roofs open, but it seemed that the passengers on those buses couldn't face forward due to the strong rain and wind. I enjoyed the cherry blossoms, and it was also fun to see the scenery from a different height on the highway than usual. I would like to ride again during cherry blossom season next year.

天気予報が雨だったので、オープンバスの屋根が閉まるかどうか事前に確認したら十中八九屋根は閉まらないと思って下さいと言われたので、レインコートとバッグを入れるビニール袋など完全防備で参加しました。
ですが、集合場所のラウンジで前日からの雨で屋根を閉めて運行する予定とのご案内。屋根は閉まっていますが、窓から桜が十分楽しめました。簡易屋根なので、時折金具の継ぎ目から雫が垂れて多少濡れましたが、気にならない程度です。すれ違った他社のバスは屋根が空いたままで運行していましたが、雨風が強く乗車されている方は前を向いていられないようでした。
桜も楽しめましたが、高速道路が普段とは違う高さからの景色を見れて楽しかったです。また来年も桜の季節に乗車したいと思います。

In the morning, there were a few clouds, but by noon the clouds disappeared and it was clear. The lunchtime houtou was delicious. However, it was unfortunate that a child was crying on the bus the whole time. On the way back, we were delayed by traffic and arrived an hour late.

午前中は、少し雲がありましたが、昼は雲が消えて見れました。お昼のほうとうは、美味しかった。ただバスの中でずっと子供が泣いていたのは、残念でした。帰りは渋滞で1時間到着が遅れました。

Since it was before the cherry blossom bloom declaration, I followed the guide's advice to "see with your heart" as we explored (laughs). If the blossoms had been in bloom, I think I would have experienced some truly beautiful sights, like the cherry blossom tunnel.

However, the drive was fantastic, blessed with good weather and a pleasant breeze. Especially right after departing, the view of Tokyo Station from a perfect height was irresistible for fans of retro architecture!

Next time, I want to go in time for the bloom.

桜の開花宣言前だったので
案内上手なガイドさんの"心の目で見てください"に従って周りました（笑）
開花していたら、桜のトンネルなど、とても素敵な景色を体験できたと思います。

しかし、天候にも恵まれ気持ち良い風を受けながらのドライブは最高でした。
特に出発直後の東京駅は、絶妙な高さからの全体を見渡せるロケーションでレトロ建築好きにはたまりませんでした❗️

次回は開花に合わせて行きたいと思います。

Since I live in the city, I thought I could go to this place anytime, but I went out again to enjoy cherry blossoms. It was the peak blooming season, so the cherry blossoms from the open bus were quite beautiful. However, since it was a non-stop tour, it felt like just looking at them the whole time. The guide's stories were interesting, and I learned some fun facts that I hadn't noticed or known before. In reality, the cherry blossoms on Sakura Street in Yaesu, where we gathered, were the most beautiful and I could enjoy them at a leisurely pace. 😊

都内在住なのでいつでも行けると思っていた場所に改めて花見の形で出かけました。
満開の時期でしたので、オープンバスからの桜もなかなかです。
ただノンストップですのでひたすら眺める感じです。
ガイドさんの話しも面白く気が付かなかった、知らなかった豆知識も得ることができました。
実際は、集合場所の八重洲のさくら通りの桜が一番きれいでゆっくり見られたかな(^^)

On the day of the visit, I was smoothly guided and was able to see the beautiful Mount Fuji, making for an enjoyable sightseeing experience! It was disappointing that we couldn't go to the fifth station of Mount Fuji due to snow, but I was satisfied overall! The lunch buffet received negative feedback, so I will rate it as good. Thank you very much.

当日、スムーズに案内していただいて綺麗な富士山を見ることができ、楽しく観光できました！富士山五合目は雪のため行けず残念でしたが、満足でした！
ランチバイキングが不評だったので、評価は良かったとさせていただきます。
ありがとうございました。

There were moments when our child was noisy, but everyone on board kindly watched over us, which was very helpful. The staff also greeted us with smiles, which was wonderful. We will definitely use this service again. Thank you very much.

自分たちの子供が騒ぐ場面もありましたが同乗の皆様も暖かく見守っていて助かりました。スタッフの皆様も笑顔で接していただいてとても良かった　　また利用させて頂きます。
ありがとうございました。

The tour route is a place I visit every year for cherry blossom viewing, but the cherry blossom tour from the open-top bus was very enjoyable. The cherry blossoms were beautiful, but the historical background explained by the guide through their lively talk, along with the views of the Imperial Palace, Tokyo Skytree, and the cityscape, left a lasting impression on me. I had a wonderful time. Thank you, guide!

ツアーのコースは毎年花見散歩で巡っている所ですが、オープントップバスからの桜巡りはとても楽しかったです。
桜も美しかったですが、ガイドさんの軽快なトークで歴史的背景の説明を聴きながらの皇居、スカイツリーそして街並みの景色は心に残りました。
とても素敵な時間を過ごすことが出来ました。
ガイドさんありがとうございました♪♪

The timing and weather were absolutely perfect, allowing us to have a wonderful cherry blossom viewing experience. Since I was with my elderly parents, I think we enjoyed it more comfortably than if we had been in a crowded area.

Also, the guide was great at keeping us entertained. Their professionalism really shone through.

The difficulty in finding the meeting point and the confusion were a bit of a downside, which is why I deducted one star, but I believe the experience was more than sufficient for the price.

タイミングも、気候もとってもベストだったこともあり、素敵なお花見タイムを過ごせました。高齢の両親を連れていたので、人混みの中でお花見するより、快適に楽しめたと思います。
あと、ガイドさんが楽しませてくれるのが良いですね。プロの面白さです。

集合場所のわかりにくさ、混乱具合がちょっとマイナスポイントで星１つ減にしましたが、価格に対して充分すぎる内容だと思います。

Although it was before full bloom, we were blessed with good weather and were able to comfortably visit the famous cherry blossom spots. It was refreshing to view the city from a high vantage point, and the guide's stories were interesting, making for an enjoyable hanami experience.

満開前でしたが、天候に恵まれ、快適に桜の名所巡りができました。
高い視点から街を眺めるのも新鮮で、ガイドさんの話も面白く、楽しく花見ができました。

Compared to other companies' open-top buses, the brown glass windows create a sense of poor visibility (perhaps due to UV protection?), making it particularly not recommended to ride after it gets dark. Unfortunately, there are hardly any illuminated spots, so you need to strain your eyes to see the cherry blossoms.

While I enjoyed the pleasant drive with a gentle breeze (though this depends on the weather and seating), the cherry blossom viewing was disappointing. There is only one location where it becomes a tunnel of cherry blossoms (the total passing time is only about ten seconds), so it felt like the open-top experience didn't have much meaning.

I appreciate the effort of the guide in trying to make it exciting, but I won't be returning.

他社のオープントップのバスに比べると、ガラス窓がブラウン系のため（UVカットなのかしら⁈）視界不良感が否めず、薄暗くなってからの乗車は特にお勧めできません。（残念ながら、ライトアップされている箇所がほとんどないので、目を凝らさないと桜が見えないレベル）
そよ風が気持ちいいドライブは楽しめたけれど（但し、天候と座席によりけり）肝心のお花見は期待外れ。
桜のトンネルとなっている場所は１か所なので（通過時間はトータルで十数秒程度）、オープントップの意味があまりないように感じました。
ガイドのお姉さんが一生懸命盛り上げてくれたので感謝していますが、リピはなしです。

I would like the cruise on this open-roofed boat to be canceled in case of rain. The weather forecast had indicated "rain" and "a drop in temperature" since the day before. It was the worst to be on the boat in the rain.

こういう屋根のない船のクルーズの時は、雨天中止にしてもらいたいです。
この日は前日から天気予報で「雨」で「気温も下がる」との事でしたので。
雨に降られながら船の上で、最悪でした。

I was able to see cherry blossoms in various places in a short amount of time. It was wonderful to bask in the sunlight and spring breeze. Also, the guide's announcements lifted our spirits and created a fun atmosphere.

短い時間でおやすくあちこちの桜をみることができました
お日様と春風を浴びて最高でした
また、ガイドさんのアナウンスも気分を盛り上げて楽しく雰囲気も良かったです

I signed up for the tour just two days after the cherry blossoms began to bloom.

Thanks to the summer-like heat during the day, the cherry blossoms started blooming all at once. It was very cold during the night portion, so I recommend preparing for the cold. The open-top bus was very chilly.

ちょうどツアーの2日前にサクラの開花が始まりツアーに申し込みました。

日中は夏日でとても暑かったお陰か一気に桜が咲き始めました。
夜の部でとても寒かったので防寒対策をお勧めします。
オープントップバスはとても寒かったです。

It was supposed to be a cherry blossom viewing tour, but it was a bit early for the blossoms... However, I was able to enjoy the sightseeing thanks to the guide's lively talk and explanations. The bus operation was also smooth and went well. Thank you to the driver and the guide.

桜見の観光ということでしたが、桜にはちょっと早かった…
しかし、ガイドさんの軽快なトークと解説で楽しく観光できました。バスの運行もスムーズで順調でした。
運転手さん、ガイドさん、ありがとうございました。

The weather was great and it was the best. However, you should be prepared for quite a wait for the cable car, swings, and sightseeing boats. I recommend allowing plenty of time to enjoy your activities.

天気が良く最高でした。ただし、ケーブルカー、ブランコ、遊覧船いずれもかなり待ち時間を覚悟しなければなりません😩
時間には充分余裕を持って行動することをおすすめします。

The tour guide provided very little information throughout the tour and did not fulfill the role of a guide. She was a Chinese woman, and while her attitude was not bad, it was quite disappointing. Regarding the destinations, she only mentioned the meeting times, and that was it.

When another guest tried to engage in conversation by asking questions, the responses were completely off-target, leading to awkward laughter among everyone.

I don't intend to make comments based on nationality, but foreigners likely can't distinguish between Japanese and Chinese people, so as a Japanese person, it felt uncomfortable. For a tour in Japan, I would prefer a guide who is either Japanese or has knowledge at a similar level. Even just sharing small anecdotes that a Japanese person would naturally know (like about the Fuji Five Lakes or the differences between the Shizuoka and Yamanashi sides, or about the Aokigahara Forest) would have made a significant difference in the overall impression.

ツアーを通してガイドさんからの情報があまりにもなく、ガイドとしての仕事をしていない。中国人の女性で、態度が悪いとかではないのだがあれではかなりガッカリ。目的地についても集合時間を言うだけで、それだけ。
別のお客さんが会話を繋げるために質問をしても完全に的外れな回答でみんな失笑。

国籍でどうこう言うつもりはないが、外国人からは日本人も中国人も見分けがつかないだろから、日本人としては嫌な気持ちになった。
日本の案内なら日本人か同レベルの知識がある外国人にガイドをお願いしたい。日本人なら当然知っている程度の小話（富士五湖のことや静岡側・山梨側、樹海のこと）だけでもあると全然印象が違うのにな、と思った。

The weather was wonderful, and the cherry blossoms were very beautiful. I've taken the open-top bus several times, but this was my first time during cherry blossom season. It was great to see the beautiful cherry blossoms up close.

天気に恵まれて桜がとてもきれいでした。
オープントップバスは、何度か乗っていますが、桜の時期は初めてです。
まじかにきれいな桜を見ることが出来てとても良かったです。

I love Mount Fuji! It's so beautiful. However, the sightseeing time is short, the matcha experience is brief, and there is only one hour for shopping. I don't think the satisfaction level is high, but I hope for improvements. I plan to introduce this to my friends.

大好きな富士山🏔️とても綺麗です🏔️
　　でも観光時間短く､抹茶🍵体験時間短く買い物🛍️時間も1時間しかありません、満足度高いと思いませんが、改善してほしい､これから友人に紹介しょうと思っています。

Hello, I want to recommend Veltra because everything was always very professional with the people who organize it. Amy, super good, gave me a thousand recommendations.
The super patient guide and driver recommended that my children go to places that he knew they would like because of their age.
What I didn't like very much was that the food was very long, it was good that they had the experience but it was too long which we wasted time there.

We were the only Japanese couple, but our guide Betty provided thorough explanations in Japanese, which was really helpful. There was traffic on New Year's Day, but we were able to see everything as planned, and I am grateful to the driver as well. This year, as I turn sixty, it has become the best memory for me.

日本人は私ら夫婦だけでしたが、ガイドのベティさんは日本語で丁寧に説明してくださり本当に助かりました。
元旦で渋滞もありましたが全て予定通り見学できて運転手さんにも感謝しております。
今年、還暦を迎える私ですが最高の思い出になりました。

The guide's explanations were thorough, the weather was nice, and I was able to see Mount Fuji just as I imagined. The fifth station was good, but the view of Mount Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi was the best.

ガイドさんの、説明も、丁寧で、天気も良く、イメージ通りの富士山が見れました。５合目も良かったですが、河口湖からの富士山が１番良かったです。

We enjoyed the tour thoroughly. We were lucky enough to be able to go up to the 5th level. It was -8 degrees up there but the views were breathtaking. And we got a close view of Mt. Fuji too.
The souvenir shop offered us complimentary tea on arrival which was lovely and very welcoming. We were each given a little complimentary bell too which is supposed to bring good luck and long life to the owner.
The lunch at Lake Kawaguchiko was really nice too. The food great and the experience of eating out of the bowl while the food was cooking was amazing!

会議場所はとても見つけやすく、責任者が待っていました。公共交通機関のために並ぶ手間もありませんでした。

Very easy to find the meeting place and there was a person in charge waiting. No hassle to queu for a public transport.

The feeling of seeing the full view of Mount Fuji, which can only be partially seen from Tokyo, is truly exceptional. The beauty of Mount Fuji, with its long base, as seen from the sightseeing boat on Lake Kawaguchi, is breathtaking. When I disembarked, I felt as refreshed as if I had just meditated. The lunch buffet was delicious and offered a wide variety of options, and I felt as if I was dining under the watchful gaze of the magnificent Mount Fuji outside the window. I believe Mount Fuji is the ultimate power spot; it cleanses the heart and leaves you feeling invigorated. The guide was attentive and warm, allowing us to relax and enjoy our time.

都内からは頭の部分しか見えない富士山の全貌を目にした時の感動は、格別です。
河口湖の遊覧船から見る裾の長い富士山の美しさは圧巻。
下船する時には瞑想をした後のような清々しい気持ちでした。
お昼のバイキングも美味しいものが種類豊富で、窓の外の大きな富士山に見守られながら食事をしている気分でした。
富士山は究極のパワースポットなのではないかと思うくらい、心が洗われ、スッキリしました。
ガイドさんもきめ細やかであたたかく、安心して過ごせました。

I wanted to see Japan's highest mountain, Mount Fuji, at least once, so I planned a bus tour this time. There were various tours available, but I participated in the one from VeLTRA, which had the best content.

The weekly weather forecast showed rain all week, so I had given up on seeing Mount Fuji. However, on the day of the tour, the weather changed from rain in the morning of October 30 to clear skies when we arrived. When we reached the fifth station, we were able to see the summit of Mount Fuji. That was the first miracle!

We then moved to the ropeway from the fifth station, where we could see the entire view of Mount Fuji again. That was the second miracle! Although it was cloudy during the sightseeing boat ride and we couldn't see Mount Fuji as in the photos, it was still a very enjoyable boat ride! That was the third miracle!

The guide for this bus tour, Hiro, was very clear, kind, and thorough in his guidance, making him the best guide! Lastly, that was the fourth miracle!

I’m really glad I participated in this wonderful Mount Fuji tour! I plan to use VeLTRA again if I have the opportunity! VeLTRA is the best!

日本で1番高い山、富士山を一度は見たく
今回、バスツアーを計画しました。
色々なツアーがあったのですが内容がVeLTRAが
1番良く参加させて頂きました。
週間天気では、ずっと雨マークで富士山を見る事は諦めていました。当日、10/30朝の雨から到着時には天候が晴れ☀️に変わり五合目に着くと富士山の頂上まで見る事ができました。一つ目の奇跡！五合目からロープウェイに移動し、またそこの場所でも富士山の全景を見る事が出来ました。二つ目の奇跡！遊覧船では雲ってしまい
写真の様な富士山を見る事は出来なかったのですが、とても楽しい遊覧船でした！これが三つ目の奇跡！
今回のバスツアーのガイドさん【HIRO】さんも、わかりやすく、親切、丁寧にガイドして頂き、最高のガイドさんでした！最後に四つ目の奇跡！
いい事ばかりの富士山ツアーで本当に参加して良かったです！
また機会があれば利用しようと思ってます！
VeLTRA最高！

It was disappointing that I couldn't see Mount Fuji due to bad weather. The meals were also not as good as I had hoped, which was disappointing.

However, our guide Mayumi was very accommodating.

天候不良で、富士山を見ることが、出来なかったから、残念でした。
食事も、内容的に、期待したほどでもなく、
がっかりしました。

ガイドのまゆみさんは、とても対応良かったです。

I think the only participants from Japan were the bus driver and myself. Thank you for providing a Japanese guide after the English one.
I see Mount Fuji from Gotemba every day, but unfortunately, I couldn't see it from the Yamanashi side due to the fog. However, the autumn leaves were beautiful.
It was a day spent in an extraordinary way.

参加した日本人は、バス運転手と私一人だったと思います。英語のあとにわざわざ日本語ガイドして頂き、ありがとうございました。
毎日御殿場富士を見ている私ですが…あいにく山梨側からの富士山は、霧で見られなかったです。が、紅葉が綺麗でした。
非日常を過ごせた一日でした。