All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

The scenery was of course amazing, but the tour guide was the best. They had a wealth of topics to discuss and shared them in such an interesting way that I forgot my fatigue and was able to enjoy the trekking.

絶景はもちろん最高でしたが、ツアーガイドさんが最高でした。
話題豊富でしかも面白く話してくれて、疲れを忘れてトレッキングできました。

Guide Mitsuhashi provided an accurate and insightful tour. He made every effort to avoid crowded times, and at Jomon Sugi and the Wilson stump, it felt almost like we had the place to ourselves. It was truly moving!

ガイドの三橋さんが的確なガイドをしてくださいました。混み合いそうなタイミングを極力避けてくださり、縄文杉やウィルソン株ではほぼ貸切なんじゃないかというくらいの空き具合、感動でした！

There were some hits and misses with the guide, and honestly, my guide wasn't very good.

Disappointments:
While the guide would stop at key points to explain things, they would immediately start walking again after finishing the explanation, leaving no time for taking photos. We arrived at the entrance before 5 PM, so we had plenty of time, and I wished there had been more time for photography.

There was no announcement about how many minutes the break would be, and the guide prioritized their own schedule, waiting until they finished their meal. While walking, the guide completely ignored the participants behind them, not noticing if anyone was lagging or even falling. They walked ahead without considering the participants' conditions, making it difficult to take water breaks.

Additionally, when using trekking poles on the stairs, it was hard to walk behind the guide because they would stick the poles out behind them.

However, there were certainly parts where having a guide was helpful, especially for pacing and knowing where the rest points were. For those who are not used to hiking, it's safer to have a guide.

ガイドによる当たり外れがあり自分のガイドは正直あまりよくはなかったです。
不満点
要所で止まって説明してくれるものの説明終わったらすぐ歩き出す為に写真撮影する時間がなかった。帰り入り口には5時前に着いており十分時間に余裕があったのでもう少し撮影する時間を取って欲しかった。
休憩時間が何分というアナウンスがなく、ガイドの食事終了までなどガイド都合優先だった。
歩いている際に後ろを全く気にしてない為に参加者が遅れていても転んでいても全く気がつかない。参加者の様子を考慮しないで歩いていくので給水しにくかった。
階段でトレッキングポールを後ろに突き出すのでガイドの真後ろだと歩きにくい。

ただしガイドがいないとペース配分や休憩ポイント等わからない部分もあるので助かった部分も当然あります。登山慣れしてない方はガイドを付けた方が無難です。

I used this service the day after trekking to Jomon Sugi as a way to rest. I recommend it because you can enjoy seeing various sights by bus.

One point of dissatisfaction is that as a solo traveler, I had to pay for two seats due to the pricing policy. However, I noticed that there were several people who were not traveling alone but were using multiple seats because there were empty seats available. I would like to see this policy enforced more strictly.

縄文杉トレッキングした次の日に休養がてら利用しました。バスで色々見られて楽しめるのでおすすめです。
不満点として1人だと2座席分な為に割り増し料金ですが空席があるために1人で来てないのに席を複数使ってる方が何人かいましたのでそこは徹底してもらいたい。

I had some anxiety due to lack of exercise, but I challenged myself because I wanted to see it at least once. The guide, **san, said, "If you only look through the lens, it's a waste! I want you to engrave it in your memory," and that love for Yakushima really came through in those words. I completely agreed with that. The guide was incredibly thorough, even teaching us about aftercare for muscle soreness.

I was fortunate to have great companions on the climb, and we had a lot of fun and were able to descend safely. The sense of accomplishment was immense✨️.

I've gained another unforgettable experience.

Thank you very much🙏.

運動不足で不安はありましたが、一度は見てみたいとチャレンジしました。
ガイドのき**さん、レンズを通してばかりだと、勿体ない！目に焼き付けて帰って欲しいと、屋久島愛が伝わる一言。まさに、その通りだと思いました。凄く丁寧にガイドは勿論のこと、筋肉痛のアフターケアまで教えてくださいました。
一緒に登った仲間にも恵まれ、とても楽しく、無事下山することができました。達成感は物凄かった✨️
心に残る体験が1つ増えました。
本当に、
ありがとう御座いました🙏

The guide was worried because the ages in this group were varied, but we all started walking with the goal of completing the course together. I was encouraged by the sight of older participants walking energetically, which helped me finish the course. Thanks to the guide and everyone in the group. Great job, everyone! ✨

ガイドさんがこのグループは年齢がばらばらなので、と心配されてましたが、とにかく全員で完歩をめあてに歩きはじめました。私よりご高齢の方が元気に歩いている姿に、励まされ完歩できました。ガイドさん、グループの皆さんのおかげです。お疲れ様でした。✨

I had so much fun that time flew by! The guide, Mr. Ichikawa, was incredibly easy to understand and entertaining, and I learned a lot while leisurely walking through the forest. My perspective on plants and nature completely changed before and after the tour.

Since I mentioned that I love monkeys, I was also happy that we took our time to watch them. I want to visit Yakushima again, and when I do, I definitely want to walk through the western subtropical evergreen forest with YNAC Classic's tour.

楽しくてあっという間に時間が過ぎていました！
ガイドの市川さんのお話がとにかくわかりやすく面白くて、ゆったり森の中を歩きながらたくさんのことを学べました。ツアーの前後では、植物や自然を見る解像度が全く違うものになりました。
サルが好きだと伝えていたので、サルを眺める時間をゆっくりとっていただいたのも嬉しかったです。
また屋久島に行きたいし、その際にはぜひまたYNACクラシックさんのツアーで西部照葉樹林を歩きたいと思っています。

We were probably grouped by age, and there were eight people from the same generation. We spent 10 hours together, got to know each other, and I saw them a few times the next day and had conversations with them. The guide paid close attention to everyone, which allowed us to trek with peace of mind. I'm glad I was able to accomplish one of the things I want to do before I die.

たぶん年代別にグループ分けされていて、同世代8人でした。10時間も一緒に過ごして、顔見知りになり、次の日も何回かお見かけして話をしたりしました。
ガイドの方はみんなの様子をよくみてくださって、安心してトレッキングをすることができました。
死ぬまでにやりたいことの１つを実行できて良かったです。

I participated alone and joined a group of five, including our guide.

Our guide, Kiyota, made jokes and engaged each of us in conversation, creating a friendly atmosphere throughout the tour.

Additionally, at various points, he took photos for each group, paying attention to posing and angles, and he did a great job. I really appreciate it! 🙏

Unfortunately, the weather was rainy, but it turned out to be a fun trekking experience. ✨

Thank you very much!

私は１人での参加で
ガイドさん含め５人で回りました。

ガイドの清田さんが、
冗談を交えながら
皆さんそれぞれに話を
振ってくださったりして
和やかな雰囲気で
回ることができました。

あと、ポイントポイントで
各グループごとに
写真を撮ってくださったのですが
ポージングや角度までこだわって
上手に撮っていただき、感謝です🙏

天気はあいにくの雨でしたが、
楽しいトレッキングになりました✨

ありがとうございました。

The guide has a lot of knowledge. I really felt the history of Yakushima and the joy of the forest. The guide is a very charming person. Thank you!

ガイドが知識沢山持っています。
屋久島の歴史、森の楽しさを十分感じました。
ガイドはとても魅力がある人です。
ありがとうございます!

At first, I was a bit anxious about the 22-kilometer journey, but once I participated, I found that the combination of the flat trolley path and trekking made it challenging yet achievable. We set off early in the morning, and although we needed flashlights, it turned out to be a great experience. The sunrise we saw along the trolley path was incredibly beautiful.

Our guide shared humorous anecdotes while explaining the history and knowledge of Yakushima and the Yakusugi trees, making the trekking enjoyable. I also appreciated the explanations of various cedars and plants beyond the famous sites.

With appropriate breaks and adjustments to our walking order based on the guide's experience, our team, which had older members, was able to reach the goal without difficulty. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing Wilson Cedar, the Great Cedar, and Jomon Cedar, and this time we also got to see the trolleys working on the trolley path, as well as wild monkeys and deer, which left me very satisfied.

初めは22キロの道のりに不安もありましたが、実際に参加してみると平坦なトロッコ道とトレッキングの組み合わせで、楽ではないですが完歩することが出来ました。
出発は朝早く、懐中電灯が必要でしたが、それも良い経験で、トロッコ道の途中で見る朝日も非常に綺麗でした。
ガイドの方もユーモアを交えながら屋久島、屋久杉の歴史や知識を解説してくれて、楽しくトレッキング出来ました。
名所の他にも色々な杉や植物の説明も楽しかったです。
適度な休憩とチーム内の歩く順番の調整などガイドの方の経験値で年齢層の高いチームで
したが、無理なくゴール出来ました。
ウィルソン杉や大王杉、そして縄文杉と十分に堪能で出来、今回はトロッコ道で作業するトロッコや野生の猿や鹿も見ることが出来て、非常に満足しています。

Since I'm going to Yakushima, I definitely want to see Jomon Sugi at least once. If possible, I also want to visit the moss-covered forest and Taiko Rock, so I requested a local guide for two days.

I have little mountain climbing experience and I'm afraid of heights, but there were places that were more unstable than I imagined, where a fall could lead to a disaster, and there were bridges that were tough for someone with a fear of heights. It was more serious than I expected for a beginner, and there were moments when I felt like giving up. However, thanks to the guide who was mindful of our pace and constantly reminded us to be careful of our footing and surroundings, I felt reassured, and by the end of the first day, I was able to see Jomon Sugi and safely descend.

On the second day, my body was sore from muscle pain, but I had gotten somewhat used to climbing from the first day, and compared to the Jomon Sugi course, the Shiratani Unsuikyo was a healing course, allowing me to enjoy trekking on both days.

Along the way, I was able to hear a wide range of stories about Yakushima's nature, knowledge about cedar trees, history, and animals, making the climb enjoyable despite the challenges. We also incorporated quizzes and games, which naturally increased conversations among participants, allowing us to bond as if we weren't meeting for the first time.

I had different guides on both days, and they were truly wonderful in terms of attentiveness, safety management, knowledge, and ability to entertain. I wholeheartedly recommend this trekking experience to anyone considering Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo.

屋久島に行くからには縄文杉に一度はお目にかかりたい、せっかくなら苔むす森も太鼓岩にも行ってみたいと思い、今回2日間の現地ガイドをお願いしました。

私は登山経験も少なく高所恐怖症なのですが、想像していた以上に足元が不安定で滑落すれば大惨事になりそうなところがあったり、高所恐怖症には辛い橋があったり、初心者には思った以上に本格的な登山で心が折れそうになることもありました。しかし、ガイドさんがペースを気にしてくださったり、足元や頭上注意など常に安全面に配慮した声かけをしてくださったおかげで心強く、1日目の最後は縄文杉を見て無事に下山することができました。2日目は筋肉痛で身体がぼろぼろでしたが1日目で登山に多少なれたことや、縄文杉コースに比べれば白谷雲水は癒しコースで、2日とも楽しみながらトレッキングすることができました。

また道中も屋久島の自然や杉の知識、歴史、動物の話など幅広いお話を聞くことができ、大変ながらも楽しく登山ができました。
またクイズやゲームも交えながら進んでいただき自然と参加者同士の会話も増え、初対面とは思えないほど打ち解けることができました。

2日間それぞれのガイドさんに案内していただきましたが、気配り、安全管理、知識、楽しませる力、どれを取っても本当に素晴らしいガイドさん達でした。縄文杉•白谷雲水トレッキングを考えている方には心からおすすめしたいです。

My third-grade son loves guides. We thoroughly enjoyed the history of Yakushima and the fun of the forest. I want to go to Yakushima again in the summer.

小学校三年生の息子はガイド大好きです。屋久島の歴史、森の楽しさを十分感じました。まだ夏の時、屋久島へ行きたいです。

I had a wonderful time. The female driver was lovely, and I felt safe during the ride. The guide was also great and kind, providing a clear and informative tour. I'm really glad I participated in this bus tour. Traveling alone as a woman can be a bit anxiety-inducing, but I really wanted to do some sightseeing, and it turned out to be the perfect choice.

とても良い時間を過ごさせていただきました。女性の運転手さんで、素敵な方、安心して乗車することができました。
ガイドさんも素敵で親切、よくわかるガイドをしてくださいました。このバスツアーに参加できて、本当に良かったです。
女性一人旅…何かと不安…でもガッツリ観光がしたい…大正解でした。

Thank you for sharing so many fun stories and interesting trivia related to trekking! It has become my best memory so far!

トレッキング中に関連する豆知識など楽しいお話を沢山してくださり、ありがとうございました！
今までで1番の思い出となりました！

I was very satisfied with the guide's interesting and engaging stories, as well as the nature of Yakushima. There were various other tours available, but I'm glad I chose this one.

ガイドさんの面白く興味深い話と屋久島の自然に大満足。
色々他のツアーありましたが、このツアーを選んで良かったです。

I participated with concerns about my lower back and hips, but the guide was considerate and supportive, allowing me to reach the finish line without feeling discouraged or getting injured. I believe I would have given up if it weren't for the guide's presence.

足腰に不安を抱えた状態での参加でしたが、ガイドさんが適度に気遣いくださり、気持ちが折れることなく怪我なくゴールすることが出来ました。
ガイドさんがいてくださらなかったら、諦めていたと思いました。

I had the pleasure of participating in a wonderful tour. Thanks to our guide, I was able to learn a lot about Yakushima and had a very fulfilling time. I sincerely appreciate it.

素晴らしいツアーに参加させていただきました。ガイドさんのおかげで屋久島の色々なことが学べ、とても充実した時間を過ごすことが出来ました。心より感謝申し上げます。

This is a tour that takes almost a full day to circle around the main attractions of Yakushima. Since most other tours in Yakushima are focused on hiking, I think this is the only tour for those who want to enjoy a leisurely sightseeing experience.

ほぼ1日かけて屋久島の主な名所を１周するツアーです。
他の屋久島のツアーはほとんどが登山なので、とりあえずのんびり観光したい人には唯一のツアーだと思います。

I participated in a one-day tour. Since we could take a bus close to the destination, there wasn't much walking involved. It was very enjoyable.

1日のツアーに参加しました。目的地の近くまでバスで行けるので、あまり歩くこともなかったです。とても楽しかったです。

I was attended by the guide, Tsubone-san. I am very grateful for their help; without the guide's advice and support, I don't think I would have been able to climb at all, given my lack of experience in the mountains. The walking pace was about twice my usual speed, which was quite challenging, but they made sure to take regular breaks, maintaining a perfect pace until we arrived.

Additionally, at key points, they also took photos for everyone, which created wonderful memories.

Overall, it rained on the way there, but there were no accidents, and I was able to see the majestic sight of Jomon Sugi, making it a great trip. Thank you very much.

ガイドのツボネさんにアテンドしてもらいました。
大変お世話になり、ガイドさんのアドバイスやサポートなしには、山の経験のない自分には全く登れなかったと思います。
歩く速度が自分の通常の倍くらいでしたのでなかなか厳しくはありましたが、こまめに休憩も取っていただき、到着まで完璧なペース配分でした。
また要所要所では全員分の写真係もしていただき、良い思い出になりました。

全体を通して雨の行き道でしたが事故もなく、縄文杉の雄大な姿を見られてよい旅になりました。ありがとうございました。

The guide was incredibly friendly and provided detailed explanations throughout the entire tour. Although the tour was conducted in Japanese, he spoke more slowly for foreign guests, which made it mostly easy to understand. For those who didn’t speak Japanese, he thoughtfully used Google Translate to explain everything clearly to each person.

The itinerary was very well arranged, and he drove safely the entire time. For first-time visitors to Yakushima, this is absolutely the best tour you could choose.

The guide was incredibly friendly and provided detailed explanations throughout the entire tour. Although the tour was conducted in Japanese, he spoke more slowly for foreign guests, which made it mostly easy to understand. For those who didn’t speak Japanese, he thoughtfully used Google Translate to explain everything clearly to each person.

The itinerary was very well arranged, and he drove safely the entire time. For first-time visitors to Yakushima, this is absolutely the best tour you could choose.

It was raining quite hard during our tour—we are from a dry climate and weren’t really prepared, but that’s on us. This is one of the wettest places in the world, after all! Our guide was very kind and helpful, even though most people in the group did not speak Japanese. The forest is absolutely stunning! Highly recommended.

I went with three friends, but my stamina wasn't enough to reach Jomon Sugi, so we gave up at Wilson Sugi. Thanks to our guide, who provided various options and suggestions, we still had an enjoyable experience even though we couldn't make it to Jomon Sugi. The guide was knowledgeable about Yakushima's nature, and the explanations along the way were interesting. I hope to have a chance to try again someday. The guide was also knowledgeable about photography and helped us take a lot of pictures! (The attached photo was taken by the guide.)

友人たちと4人で行ったのですが、私の体力が足りず縄文杉には行けず、ウィルソン杉で断念しました。ガイドさんが色んな選択肢や提案をしてくれたおかげで、縄文杉に辿り着けなくても楽しい経験ができました。屋久島の自然に詳しいガイドさんだったので途中の説明も面白かったです。いつかまたリベンジしたいです。推し活や写真にも詳しく、たくさん写真を撮ってくれました！（添付写真はガイドさん撮です）

I had a great time driving while listening to the explanations. I was able to encounter deer and monkeys, and it was fascinating to hear about the banyan trees.

説明を聞きながらのドライブで楽しくいろいろ知れました。
鹿や猿にも対面することができ、ガジュマルの説明も聞けて興味深かったです。

In February, which is unusually warm and rainy for Yakushima, we had a fortunate trekking experience under completely clear skies. The members of the same team were all in great shape, and because we maintained a good pace, we were able to spend a considerable amount of time at Jomon Sugi, making it a meaningful experience.

2月としては異例の暖かさ且つ雨の屋久島で終始雲一つない晴天という恵まれた天候の中でのトレッキングでした。同じチームのメンバーも健脚揃いで、良いペースで会つけたことで縄文杉でかなりゆっくりした時間を取ることができ、有意義な体験となりました。

I visited Yakushima for the first time. I joined this tour because I wanted to go to Yakusugi Land. The guide's explanations on the bus helped me understand a lot about Yakushima. I especially recommend it for first-time visitors.

初めて屋久島に来ました。ヤクスギランドに行きたくてこのツアーに参加しました。バス車内でのガイドさんの説明で屋久島のことが良くわかりました。初めては方は特にお勧めします。

The weather was unfortunately bad, but once I started walking, I didn't feel the cold, and it felt just right. The scenery, the characters, and those scenes from the Studio Ghibli films! I wondered if they were inspired by this nature as I walked, and it was so much fun.

あいにくの天気でしたが、歩き始めると寒さは感じず、ちょうど良い感じでした。
ジブリ作品でみたあの景色、あのキャラクター、あの作品のあのシーン！この自然から思いついたのかしら？なんて考えながら歩くのがとっても楽しかったです。

Climbing during the off-peak season allowed us to listen to the explanations at a leisurely pace, take our time with photos, and there was no waiting for the restroom, which was fantastic! I was very satisfied to reach Jomon Sugi safely, and the guide's professional timing for our return was impressive. The coffee and cocoa prepared by the guide were exceptional in taste.

閑散期の登山は説明をゆっくり聞く事ができ、写真もゆっくり撮れ、トイレで並ぶこともなくて最高でした！
無事縄文杉まで辿り着く事ができて大満足でしたし、帰りの時間にぴったりとガイドしてくださるプロの技もあっぱれでした。
ガイドさんが用意してくださったコーヒーとココアの美味しさは格別でした。

They helped me manage my pace well. Thanks to the weather, I was able to reach the top safely. At dangerous spots, they would stop to let us catch our breath and explain things, and at photo points, they took pictures for us each time. I was really happy when we safely descended, and it was a great experience. I don't think I could have achieved this without the guide. Thank you very much! ^^

上手にペース配分してくれました。
天候にも助けられ無事に最後まで登りきる事が出来ました。
危ない所では息を整えられる様に停まって説明してくれたり、フォトポイントでは都度写真を撮ってくれました。
無事に下山出来たときは本当に嬉しくて、良い経験が出来ました。
ガイドさん無しでは達成出来なかったと思います。
ありがとうございました^^