All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

Due to COVID-19, I traveled around Yakushima while being mindful of social distancing. Since it was a solo trip and time was limited, I was really happy to efficiently visit the sightseeing spots in just one day. The guide provided detailed explanations, and I fell in love with Yakushima's nature. Thank you very much. I would like to visit again to receive the power of the gods.

コロナでしたので、ソーシャルディスタンスに気をつけながら屋久島周遊をしました。
一人旅で時間も限られていたので1日効率良く観光地を回れて本当に楽しかったです。
ガイドさんも詳しく説明してくれたので、屋久島の自然が大好きになりました。
ありがとうございました。
また神々のパワーをもらいに訪れたいです。

I participated in August 2020. I usually engage in sports, but it was my first time hiking, and I was a bit worried about the 22-kilometer round trip. However, once I started, the trolley path was easy to walk and gentle, and the mountain trail to Jomon Sugi was manageable with breaks, so I didn't feel any difficulty at all.

令和2年8月に参加しました。
普段からスポーツをしておりますが、登山は初めてですし往復22キロの山道ということで少し心配でした。
参加してみると、トロッコ道は歩きやすくて緩やかですし、縄文杉までの山道も休憩を入れながらだったので、辛い感じは全くありませんでした。

On the first day, the guide for Jomon Sugi was different from the one for Shiratani Unsuikyo on the second day. The first day was more of a silent hiking type, and the pace was very fast, making it tough to keep up, but the guide was attentive to our physical condition at key points. On the second day, there was a lot of talking, and we stopped frequently, resulting in a difference in walking pace. The guides had completely opposite styles, so I think preferences will vary. I was more tired from Jomon Sugi than I had imagined.

１日目の縄文杉と2日目の白谷雲水峡とガイドさんが違いました。1日目は黙々と登山するタイプで歩く速さもすごく早く、着いて行くのに大変でしたが、要所要所で体調の気にかけてくれました。2日目は話が多くて途中止まり止まりで歩くペースに差がありました。タイプが正反対のガイドさんでどちらが好みかは分かれると思います。想像以上に縄文杉の方は疲れました。

I was nervous about whether I could reach Jomon Sugi on my first trekking trip, which was a round trip of 10 hours, but the weather was not too hot and it hardly rained, so I was able to enjoy the walk until the end! Thanks to the guide's advice, I didn't suffer much from muscle pain the next day and was able to fully enjoy Yakushima! Thank you very much.

初めてのトレッキングが往復10時間の縄文杉ツアーで縄文杉まで辿り着けるかドキドキしていましたが、天候も暑すぎず雨も殆ど降らず最後まで楽しく歩くことができました！
ガイドさんのアドバイスのおかげで次の日もさほど筋肉痛に苦しむこともなく屋久島を堪能できました！ありがとうございました。

I participated in a tour during the summer vacation in August.

The weather was clear for both days! I thought we were lucky with the weather, but according to our guide, the clouds over Shiratani Unsuikyo after the rain are the most beautiful.

We traveled for about two hours in total by shuttle and bus, but since it was on mountain roads, I regretted not taking motion sickness medication...

The Jomon Sugi course involved a route of trolley path → mountain path → Jomon Sugi, but the trolley path was too long and it was hell. There were wooden boards on the rails that we had to walk on, but some boards were floating or missing, and if I didn't lift my knees properly, my feet would get caught. It was also a difficult path to use trekking poles.

The mountain path was very enjoyable, but I struggled with the endless stairs and the steep slope of Hell's Third Street (as named by the guide).

It was a very fun tour, but the pace was fast, making it difficult to take pictures or enjoy the scenery thoroughly.

For infection prevention measures, we were instructed to wear masks while on the bus.

If you can complete the Jomon Sugi course on the first day, you can definitely clear the Shiratani Unsuikyo!

Even beginners can challenge this course if they prepare properly with trekking shoes, a backpack, snacks, and water.

Please be careful of muscle soreness. Your calves will get tight, so I recommend getting your body in shape before participating.

8月の夏休みを利用して、ツアーに参加しました。

天候は2日とも快晴！天気に恵まれたと思っていましたが、ガイドさんいわく、雨上がりの雲水峡が1番きれいとのこと。

送迎+バスでトータル2時間くらい移動しましたが、山道だったため、酔い止めを飲んでおけばよかったと後悔しました…


縄文杉コースは、トロッコ道→山道→縄文杉という道のりでしたが、トロッコ道が長すぎて、地獄でした。レールの上に木の板があって、その上を歩くのですが、板が浮いていたり、無いとこもあり、膝をしっかりあげないと足がひっかかりました。ストックも使いづらい道でした。

山道は道中とても楽しかったですが、階段をひたすら上がったり、斜面が急な地獄の3丁目(ガイドさん命名)に苦戦しました。

とても楽しいツアーでしたが、進むペースが早くてじっくり写真を撮ったり景色をみることは難しかったです。

感染対策は、乗車中はマスクをする、ことを案内されてました。

初日の縄文杉コースをクリアできたら、白谷雲水峡は確実にクリアできます！

初心者でもトレッキングシューズやリュック、行動食、お水など装備をしっかり整えれば挑戦できるコースでした。

筋肉痛には気をつけてください。ふくらはぎがパンパンになるので、体調を整えて、参加されることをお勧めします。

I was able to do both in one day. It seems to be quite a challenging tour, and it appears that the guide doesn't often conduct this tour.

Fortunately, everyone in the group was able to walk until the end, but I was nervous about not holding everyone back (especially since there was a final bus time...).

The guide was knowledgeable and answered all our questions. The weather was good, and it was sunny at Taiko Rock. In the second half, it was cloudy, which helped keep it from being too hot, and I was very satisfied.

However, the reason I gave it four stars instead of five is that at the time of departure, we were worried when the pickup didn't arrive for over 10 minutes. When I called, I finally got through on the third try, and all I was told was "just wait," resulting in us waiting about 20 minutes.

By the time we arrived at the entrance and were having breakfast, they apologized.

I understand that island time is a thing to some extent, but if there are delays, it would be helpful to receive a notification early on about how long we might have to wait. Since it was very early in the morning, there were no other means to confirm (or contact) anyone, which made me anxious. Since we had specifically requested the tour, I deducted one star.

１日で、どちらも行っていただきました。
やはり大変なツアーらしく、なかなかガイドさんもそのツアーをされないらしいツアー。

幸い、参加したメンバーみんな元気に最後まで歩けましたが、私がみんなの足を引っ張らないかドキドキしました。(最終のバスの時間もあるので、、、)

ガイドさんは、何でもご存知で質問は全て答えて下さいました。
天気も良く太鼓岩では晴れて、後半は曇ったおかげで暑すぎず、大変満足しました。

ただ一点、星を4つにした理由としては、
出発時、10分以上たっても送迎来られず心配になり電話をかけると、3回目でやっと繋がり「ちょっと待って」とだけ言われるだけで、結局約 20分待ちました。
結局入り口に到着して朝食を食べている時になり、詫びていただきましたが。

島時間なのはある程度理解しますが、
遅れるのなら早めに、また何分ほど待つと連絡いただけないと、大変早朝なので他に確認(連絡)する手段がないので、心配になりました。
折角ツアーに頼んでるので。
星を一つ減らしました。

I wasn't confident in my physical strength and was unsure about the 22-kilometer trek, but thanks to the guide's experience, I was able to pace myself well. My long-held wish came true, and I was moved. Thank you so much.

体力に自信がなく、22キロの工程をどうかと思ったが、ガイドさんの経験からペース配分がしっかり出来た。念願がかなった、感動した。本当にありがとう。

I participated in mid-July. Due to the impact of COVID-19, there were reportedly fewer climbers, but I still saw many people from early morning. I was able to enjoy trekking without any strain. However, the Jomon Sugi requires more walking than I expected, so it might be wise for older individuals to keep that in mind. It was fun to learn about various things related to the island. While it seems you can hike to Jomon Sugi alone, I still recommend joining a tour. As a note, please be careful as bad weather may lead to canceling visits to Taiko Rock and Jomon Sugi.

7月中旬に参加しました
コロナの影響で登山客は少なかったそうですがそれでも早朝から人は多く見かけました
無理なくトレッキングを楽しめました
が、縄文杉は思っていたより長く歩くのでご年配の方は念頭に置いていた方が良いかも知れません
色々島の事も教えて下さり楽しかったです
縄文杉は1人でも登山できるようですがやはりツアーの参加をお勧めします
注意としては天気が悪いと太鼓岩や縄文杉は断念する場合もあるそうなので気を付けてください

I was exhausted from the long hike, but thanks to our guide, I had a great time! I learned about the names of birds and plants, as well as the history of Yakusugi!

長いハイキングでくたくたになりましたが、ガイドさんのおかげで楽しめました！鳥や植物の名前、屋久杉の歴史も教えてもらえました！

While it's possible to go by bus individually, the round-trip shuttle service to the accommodation was very helpful. Especially on the way back, we were taken right after our arrival, so there was no loss of time.

The guide adjusted the walking pace and was considerate to ensure we didn't get tired.

Yakushima is known for its rain, but we were blessed with great weather, making for the best Jomon Sugi trekking experience.

個人でもバスで行けなくはありませんが、宿まで往復送迎が付いていて助かりました。特に帰りは到着後すぐに送ってもらえてロスがありませんでした。

ガイドさんは歩くペースを調整してくれて、疲れないように気を遣っていただけました。

雨が多い屋久島ですが、天気に恵まれ最高の縄文杉トレッキングでした。

I decided on a trip to Yakushima at the last minute, and after looking at the tour reviews, I thought, "I have normal stamina, so I'll be fine!" and signed up.

Without even looking at a guidebook, I participated in the tour, and the content was absolutely wonderful.

On the first day, we had Mr. Minoda as our guide. He shared stories about the natural world and some spiritual insights that made the long trekking feel like no time at all. His detailed explanations about the plants were very enjoyable.

On the second day, we had Mr. Taniyama. After finishing the trekking on the first day, I was really worried because the back of my knees hurt a lot, and I wasn't sure if I could make it to Shiratani Unsuikyo the next day. However, he reassured me by offering knee support and a walking stick, saying we had plenty of time to go at a leisurely pace, which eased my worries and allowed me to take on the challenge. Thanks to him, I was able to fully enjoy the beautiful Shiratani Unsuikyo!

The view from Taiko Rock was the best I've ever seen, even compared to landscapes abroad, and it was incredibly moving! It was also nice that, due to the impact of COVID-19, there were fewer people in the mountains, allowing us to spend a long time on Taiko Rock.

By the time we descended the mountain, my legs were shaking, but the pain wasn't as bad as the day before.

This was my first solo trip to Yakushima, which I decided on a whim, but thanks to the wonderful guides, it turned into a fantastic journey! Next time, I want to take my children to trek through the mountains filled with negative ions and share the breathtaking views from Taiko Rock together!

急遽決めた屋久島旅行で、ツアーも口コミを拝見し、普通に体力があるから大丈夫！と思いお申し込みさせていただきました^_^
ガイドブックも見ることなく、ツアーに参加させていただいてのですが、ツアー内容はとっても素晴らしかったです。
1日目は箕田さん。自然の世界の話や目に見えないスピリチュアルなお話など織り交ぜてくださり長いトレッキングもあっという間でした。植物のお話もとても詳しくてとても楽しい時間でした。
二日目は谷山さん。1日目のトレッキングが終わってから膝裏がめちゃくちゃ痛くなって、翌日の白谷雲水峡に行けるのか不安一杯だったのですが、膝のサポートと杖と貸してくださるとお話しくださり、時間もたくさんあるのでゆっくり周れるから大丈夫と心強い言葉も聞かせて頂き、不安もなくなりチャレンジすることができました。おかげさまでとっても素敵な白谷雲水峡を満喫することができました！
太鼓岩からの眺めは今まで見てきた海外を含む風景の中で一番最高でめちゃくちゃ感動しました！
コロナの影響で山に入っている人数も少ないとのことで長い時間太鼓岩の上にいることもできたこともよかったです。
山を降りるときはもう足がガクガクしていましたが、前日ほどの痛みはありませんでした^_^
思いつきではじめての一人旅で行った屋久島でしたが、素晴らしいガイドさんのおかげで素敵な旅になりました！
次は子供たちもマイナスイオンあふれる山の中を、そして太鼓岩からの絶景を一緒にトレッキングして、感動を分かち合いたいと思いました！

This was my first trekking experience in life, and I usually don't exercise much. It was a challenging journey with heavy rain due to an approaching typhoon, but thanks to the guide's instructions on adjusting our clothing and teaching us how to walk without straining our legs and back, we were able to reach the goal safely!

When I saw the Jomon cedar at the summit, I was so moved that I almost cried! There were many highlights besides the named Jomon cedar and the couple's cedar, and I was glad to receive detailed explanations.

It turned out that there were only the two of us in the tour group, and with only about 50 climbers that day, it was great that there was no crowd, allowing us to take plenty of photos!

Since the weather can change quickly, I recommend preparing waterproof gear and shoes. It was reassuring that masks were required in the shuttle bus and that social distancing was maintained.

Our guide, Mr. Shinmura, was very knowledgeable and answered our questions thoroughly. He also provided recommendations for shops in Yakushima, which was very helpful! Thank you so much for your support.

普段あまり運動をしていない中の人生初トレッキングでした。
台風接近中で途中激しい雨に遭い険しい道のりでしたが、ガイドさんの指示で服装を調節したり、足腰を痛めない歩き方を教えていただいたおかげで無事ゴールできました！
頂上で縄文杉を見たときは感動して涙が出そうになりました・・！名前がついている縄文杉や夫婦杉以外にも見どころがたくさんあり、詳しく説明していただけてよかったです。
ツアー参加者はたまたま私たち夫婦2名のみで、その日全体の登山者が50人程度ということもあり、混雑がなく写真をたくさん撮れたことも良かったです！
天候が変わりやすいので雨具や靴は防水性が高いものを用意することをお勧めいたします。
送迎の車やシャトルバス内ではマスク必須でソーシャルディスタンスが保たれており、安心でした。
ご担当いただいたガイドの新村さんは知識豊富でこちらの質問にも丁寧に答えていただきました。屋久島のお勧めのお店等も教えていただき、とても助かりました！お世話になり本当にありがとうございました。

The Jomon Sugi tour that I had always wanted to go on! I was worried about the weather, my stamina, and the temperature, but it was so much fun and I could really feel nature all around me. Above all, the sense of accomplishment was incredible (laughs). Our guide, Mr. Yabuta, was adorable (*´꒳`*). It was easy to understand and enjoyable as we walked while he explained about the flowers, moss, leaves, the different types of cedar trees, the mountains, and the history! The spring water was cold and delicious. There were some mishaps along the way, like my shoes breaking and dropping my drink, but I was grateful for how quickly they handled everything! The information beyond just the Jomon Sugi tour was also very helpful. Thank you very much. It became a wonderful memory!

いつか行きたいと思ってた縄文杉ツアー！天気も心配、体力も心配、気温も心配と心配だらけでしたが凄く楽しかったし自然を全身で感じれました。なにより達成感が半端ない（笑）ガイドの藪田さんが可愛いかった(*´꒳`*)花や苔や葉の説明や杉の木にも色々な種類がある事や、山や歴史の話などお話ししながら歩けたんでわかりやすかったし楽しめました！！湧水冷たくて美味しかったー。道中、靴が壊れたり飲み物を落としたりとハプニングがありましたが素早く対処してくれてありがたかったです！縄文杉ツアー以外の情報もとても助かりました。ありがとうございました。とても良い思い出になりました！！

We participated as a couple. Although we were both beginners in mountain climbing, thanks to our guide, we were able to spend two enjoyable days with peace of mind.

First, after arriving in Yakushima, we received a call from the tour company the day before, and that evening, our guide called us with details about the pickup time, which made us feel at ease for the morning of the tour. On the first day, we had an early departure and walked for a long time, but fortunately, the weather was great, and we were able to see the magnificent Jomon Sugi, which left us very satisfied! We walked for about 10 hours round trip, but our guide was very kind and adjusted the pace to accommodate those who needed it, so if anyone feels anxious, I believe the guide will adjust the pace if you communicate that. I think it would be good to convey that in advance.

It was said to be a small group tour, but there were three other participants besides us, so on the first day, we walked with five people plus the guide.

On the second day, we chose the Shiratani Unsuikyo early morning course. We opted for the early morning course because we wanted to take it easy in the afternoon, and since we departed early, there were fewer climbers, allowing us to enjoy a private experience at the summit, Taiko Rock, where we could take photos at our leisure, making it the right choice to go early. We had lunch after returning to our accommodation, and in the afternoon, we had a leisurely sightseeing time, so I recommend the early morning course. On this day, there were four other participants, making a total of six people plus the guide.

Perhaps due to the impact of COVID-19, there were fewer tourists and climbers, allowing us to take our time at popular photo spots, which was really nice! As a COVID-19 precaution, our guide took photos of us with their smartphone, which we received after the tour, ensuring proper measures were in place. Additionally, masks were required in the shuttle vehicle and on the bus.

I found this experience very helpful when considering the tour, and I hope it can be of some reference to those who participate next. It was the best tour to fully enjoy the charm of Yakushima, including Jomon Sugi, the moss-covered forest, and Taiko Rock!

夫婦で参加しました。登山初心者の2人でしたが、ガイドさんのおかげで安心して楽しい2日間を過ごすことができました。

まず、屋久島に到着してから(前日に)観光会社から電話があり、その日の夜には担当ガイドさんから詳細の迎え時間の電話があり、安心して当日朝を迎えました。
1日目は朝とても早い出発で長い時間歩きましたが、幸いお天気にも恵まれて素晴らしい縄文杉を見ることができ大満足でした！
往復約10時間と長い時間と距離を歩きましたが、ゆっくりのペースの方に合わせてくださるとても優しいガイドさんだったので、不安な方もガイドさんに伝えたらペースを合わせてくれると思います。その点は、事前に伝えることができればいいなと思いました。
少人数ツアーとのことでしたが、私たち以外に3名参加だったので1日目は5名＋ガイドさんで歩きました。

2日目は白谷雲水峡早朝コースを選びました。午後ゆっくりしたいと思い早朝コースにしましたが、朝早く出発するので登山者も少なく、頂上の太鼓岩に着いたときも貸し切り状態でゆっくり写真を撮れたので、早い時間にして正解でした。
お昼は宿に戻ってきてから摂れ、午後はゆっくり観光の時間にできたので早朝コースをオススメします。
この日は私たち以外に4名参加で計6名＋ガイドさんでした。

コロナも影響してか、観光客、登山している人も少なく、人気の写真スポットでもゆっくり写真を撮ることができ、すごく良かったです！
コロナ対策ということで、自分たちが写る写真はガイドさんのスマホで撮っていただき、ツアー後にいただくという形で、しっかり対策をとっていました。また、送迎の車、バス内ではマスク着用でした。

ツアーを検討する際に、こちらの体験談がとても参考になったので、次に参加される方の参考に少しでもなれば嬉しいです。
縄文杉、苔むす森、太鼓岩…魅力いっぱいの屋久島を満喫できる最高のツアーでした！

It was the only day I could visit Jomon Sugi during the four-day holiday. Due to the impact of COVID-19, there were fewer international visitors, allowing me to fully enjoy Japan (the only language spoken around me was Japanese).

Thanks to my application last November, I had the best trekking experience with a friendly, beautiful, and attentive young female guide. I was often greeted by the other guides, who were older men and brothers. During lunchtime, I was served miso soup, and when we took shelter from the rain, I was offered coffee, which warmed me up and boosted my energy.

Since it was a private guide, I could walk at my own pace without worry, which I believe was the key to reaching Jomon Sugi. Good shoes are essential!!

4連休で唯一縄文杉に会いに行けた日でした。
新型コロナの影響もあり、海外の方が少ないので日本を満喫できました。（周囲の言語が日本語だけです。）
昨年の11月に申し込んだおかげか、話しやすく綺麗で気の利く若い女性のガイドさんで最高のトレッキングでした。他のガイド仲間のおじさんお兄さん達からもよく声を掛けられてました。お弁当の時にはみそ汁や、雨宿りの時にはコーヒーも入れて頂き体が温まり元気になれました。
プライベートガイドさんなので、安心して自分のペースで歩けたのが、縄文杉まで行けた秘訣だと思います。靴は、大事!!

This time, I participated with my 60-year-old father. He usually doesn't exercise at all, but thanks to the walking speed and frequent breaks, we were able to reach Taiko Rock safely! The explanations about the trees along the way were easy to understand, and I'm glad we chose this tour. Next time, I want to bring my sister who couldn't come this time. Thank you very much!

今回、60歳の父と2人で参加させていただきました。普段全く運動しない父でしたが、歩くスピードやこまめな休憩を入れてくださったので無事に太鼓岩まで登り切ることができました！道中の木花の説明もわかりやすく、こちらでツアーをお願いしてよかったです。次は今回来れなかった妹も連れてきたいと思います。ありがとうございました！

If it's your first time, I think you would get lost without a tour guide. I participated in the tour and was able to safely reach Jomon Sugi. During the trekking, we shared laughs, which made it enjoyable even when I was physically exhausted and found the return journey tough. The guide was very attentive, teaching us how to take photos and showing us great photo spots.

Fortunately, we were blessed with good weather and didn't have any rain, so we didn't need to use rain gear. Bringing two 500 ml water bottles is sufficient, as you can drink cold water from streams at several points along the way. If you're lucky, you might even see deer!

The hike was challenging, but it became a memorable experience of a lifetime.

初めてならツアーガイドさんがいなければ迷うと思います。ツアーに参加し、安全に縄文杉まで到着することができました。トレッキング中笑いを交えながらだったので、体力が辛くなったとき、復路が辛かった時にも楽しみながら歩くことができました。写真の撮り方やフォトスポットまで教えて下さりとても細部まで丁寧にご対応して頂きました。
幸い天候に恵まれ雨もなく、雨具を使うことはありませんでした。水分は500 mlのペットボトルを2本持っていけば途中で沢の水が何箇所かで冷たい水を飲む事ができます。ダイビングが合えば鹿に会えます！
登山は大変でしたが、一生に残る思い出となりました。

The private Yakushima guided tour was great. They took a lot of photos and provided various explanations, making it the best memory.

貸し切りの屋久島ガイドツアーで良かった。写真をたくさん撮ってくれたり、いろいろな説明してもらえて、最高の思い出になりました。

I always wanted to go, but I was worried about my physical stamina... As time passed and my physical abilities declined, I decided to participate. It became the best memory of this summer.

This tour is all-inclusive.

When renting trekking gear, there is a fitting for shoes upon arrival at the airport. The rental shop provides advice. As a result, I returned without any blisters.

A major feature of the tour is the dedicated shuttle service to the trailhead. Using a regular bus has a set schedule, which means you have to stick to that for departures and arrivals at the trailhead. However, we arrived early before other tours, enjoyed a leisurely breakfast, and started at our own pace without being rushed by the bus departure on the way back.

We were fortunate with the weather and our guide. While the rain-soaked cedar forests of Yakushima are said to be mystical, as a beginner, I hoped it wouldn't rain... and my wish was granted with clear skies all day. Our guide, Ryo Takahashi from the Yakushima Guide Association, provided detailed explanations of key locations and kept us engaged with information about Yakushima and personal stories. Thanks to Takahashi's engaging talk, our walking pace increased, allowing us extra time to stop by a special place on the way back.

Meeting the Jomon Cedar was an emotional experience, and I felt it was worth coming. This tour taught me that travel is not just about going to see a specific destination and returning.

一度は行ってみたいけど、体力的に心配…
と思っていて年月が経って、ますます運動機能が低下していたので、思いきって参加してみました。
今夏の最高の想い出になりました。

このツアーは至れり尽くせりです。

トレッキング用具のレンタルでは、空港に着いた時にシューズの試着があります。
レンタル用具屋さんがアドバイスしてくれます。
結果、全く靴ずれせず帰ってこれました。

登山口までツアー専用送迎も大きな特徴です。
定期バス利用ではスケジュールが決まっているので、それに合わせて登山口発着になりますが、
他のツアーが来る前に早く着いて、ゆっくり朝ご飯食べてスタートして、帰りもバスの出発に追われる事なく参加者のペースで歩けます。

今回恵まれたのはお天気とガイドさん。
雨の屋久杉の森も幻想的だそうですが、初心者としては降ってほしくない…その願いが届いて、終日晴天でした。
ガイドは、屋久島ガイド協会から高橋亮さんにご担当いただきました。
ポイントとなる場所の詳しい解説はもちろん、屋久島の情報からプライベートのお話まで、参加者を飽きさせません。
高橋さんのトークライブに私達の歩行ペースも上がったのか、時間に余裕ができて、帰りに特別な場所に寄り道してくださいました。

縄文杉との対面は感動的で、来て良かったと感じた時間でした。
ただそれ以外にも、
目的のものを見に行って帰ってくるだけが旅ではないことを教えてくれたツアーでした。

I had different guides for Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo! I wonder if they are from different companies? However, it seemed like all the guides knew each other, and even though I was participating alone, other guides came over to chat with me, so I didn't feel lonely at all!

【Jomon Sugi】
- Even though the pace of the other participants was slow, the guide adjusted to match the slowest person's pace without rushing anyone. I think even those who might be anxious about keeping up with the group can participate. However, those who are lagging behind might feel pressured, so it would be nice if they could ask about preferred pace during the application process and organize groups in advance! It might have just been coincidence, but since I was with another solo participant at Shiratani Unsuikyo, we were able to chat a lot, which was really enjoyable.

- I participated in August during the peak summer heat, so I was worried about heatstroke, but the guide took regular breaks, allowing us to hydrate and replenish electrolytes effectively! However, elderly participants or those with concerns about stamina should avoid Jomon Sugi in the summer. Although the temperature drops somewhat at higher altitudes, it is still hot in summer. I think choosing the right season is important.

The perk of participating in the summer was that we could play in the river for about 15 minutes on the way back. It felt so refreshing on my tired body! However, considering the bus schedule on the way back, I can't guarantee that this will always be possible, so please take this as a reference.

[Shiratani Unsuikyo]
Since I had the Jomon Sugi trekking the day before, I actually hoped to start around 8 or 9 AM. However, I was informed that only early morning departures were available on my desired date, so I changed to a 5 AM departure, and it was definitely better to go early! The mystical scenery that can only be seen in the early morning is breathtaking, and with fewer people around, we could take our time. We were back around noon, which allowed us to use the afternoon meaningfully. Even though it was trekking early in the morning for consecutive days, I was glad to get an early start.

I was able to trek while listening to the guide's stories, and I really fell in love with Yakushima. I already miss Yakushima! Haha. Next time, I want to challenge myself to Mount Miyanoura! I also took a lot of photos, which became wonderful memories! Thank you very much!

縄文杉と白谷雲水峡では別々のガイドさんでした！会社は違うのかな？でもガイドさん同士はみんなお知り合いのようで、1人参加でしたが、他のガイドさんも話掛けてきてくれたりして寂しい思いなく過ごせました！


【縄文杉】
・他の参加者の方のペースが遅くても、急かすことなく1番遅い方にペースを合わせて下さってました。周りのペースに合わせられるかな？って不安な方でも参加できると思いますただ、遅れてしまっている方は焦ると思うので、できれば申し込み時に希望のペースを聞いて事前にグループ分けをしてもらえるといいなと思いました！
たまたまかもしれないですが、白谷雲水峡では同じ1人参加の方と2人だったので、色々お話ができてとても楽しかったです。

・8月の真夏に参加したので熱中症が心配されてましたが、細かく休憩を取ってくださったので、水分・塩分補給を細かく摂取することができました！でも高齢の方、体力に不安のある方は真夏の縄文杉は避けたほうがいいです。山の上なので多少気温は下がりますが、やはり夏なので暑いです。季節の選択も重要だなと思いました。

真夏に参加する特権は、帰りに沢で川遊びを15分くらいできたことです疲れた身体に冷たくてとても気持ちよかったですよ真夏でも、帰りのバスの時間の兼ね合いとかもあると思うので、必ず寄れるかはわかりませんので参考程度にお願いします。


[白谷雲水峡]
前日に縄文杉トレッキングがあったので、本当は8時、9時頃の出発希望でした。
希望日に早朝出発しか催行しないとのことで、朝5時出発に変更しましたが、早朝出発のほうが絶対いいです！早朝だからこその神秘的な風景が見られるし、人が少ないのでゆっくり進むことができます。12時頃には帰って来れるので、午後を有意義に使えるのが魅力です連日早朝からのトレッキングでしたが、早くから動いてよかったです


ガイドさんのお話を聞きながらトレッキングすることができて、屋久島がすごい好きになりましたすでに屋久島が恋しいです！笑
今度は宮之浦岳も挑戦してみたいな～！
写真もたくさん撮っていただきとてもいい思い出になりました！ありがとうございました

The one-way trek takes about 2 hours along a cart path, followed by a 3-hour climb up the mountain. It significantly tests your physical strength and endurance, but the sense of achievement upon completing the entire journey is exceptional. However, after descending that day, I was too exhausted to do anything.

During the trek, I experienced some trouble with my toenails, but soaking my feet in a stream helped cool them down and they recovered quite a bit. Considering the pace management, explanations at various points along the way, and the response to issues that arose (in another party, the guide carried the bags due to a foot injury), I believe the guide was truly commendable.

片道がトロッコ道の徒歩で2時間、そこから山を3時間程度上るもの。体力筋力を著しく使ってつらいけれど、全行程クリアした際の達成感は格別。なおその日は下山後は疲労で何もできず。
また行程中で足の爪にトラブル発生したところ、沢に足を入れて冷やして大分回復した。
ペース配分や途中での各所解説、トラブル発生時の対応(他のパーティーでは足の負傷により荷物をガイドさんが代わりに運んでいた)などを鑑みれば、ガイドさんはあらまほしきものと思う。

I felt that there was a difference in how the guide interacted with participants. Additionally, during the long-distance trekking tour, there were instances of the participants being subjected to aggressive questioning about Yakushima, and when they didn't know the answers, they were often dismissed with a snort, which was quite unpleasant. It was disappointing to be part of a tour where, despite the physical challenges, I couldn't answer the questions and was unable to enjoy the scenery at a leisurely pace.

コースの参加者によってガイドの応対に差があると感じました。
また長距離トレッキングツアー中の参加者へ屋久島に関する知識の高圧的な質問責めがあり、分からないと鼻であしらわれることも多々あり、いい気はしませんでした。体力的に厳しい中での質問では答えられず、景色をゆっくり眺められない状態になり、お客として参加したのに残念なツアーになってしまいました。

The typhoon is passing on the left side of the island, but we started our tour around Yakushima in a counterclockwise direction. While listening to the guide's quiet jokes (which were funny), I learned a bit more about Yakushima.

台風が島の左側通過してるけど、島を反時計回りでスタート　　ガイドさんの静かなボケ（笑うとこ）を聞き流しながら屋久島の事が少し詳しくなりました。

The guide provided detailed explanations from start to finish, which was great! Even when everyone started to get tired in the second half, the guide was considerate and revisited the points explained earlier. I think having a guide during the tracking was a good decision.

ガイドさんが最初から最後まで細かに説明して頂き、良かったです！
後半も参加した皆さんが疲れてきて際も、気配りして、行きで説明して頂いた箇所も、再度触れて、説明頂きました。　ガイドさん付きのトラッキングでよかったと思います

I was able to efficiently explore Yakushima, and the driver's guidance was great. The Yakusugi Land course was 30 minutes instead of the 50-minute course, which worked out better for me since I don't have much stamina. However, I would like to see improvements regarding the guide speaking without a mask and not addressing passengers who weren't wearing masks.

効率よく屋久島を回れ、ドライバーさんのガイドもよかったです。
ヤクスギランドが50分コースでなく３０分コースでしたが、体力がないのでかえってよかったです。
ただガイドをマスクを外して話しておられたり、マスクをしていない乗客の方に注意もされなかったのは、改善していただきたいと思いました。

Due to heavy rain and rising water levels, the tour was modified to go as far as possible. We turned back after crossing the Satsuki Suspension Bridge from the Yayoi Cedar Course. I enjoyed the atmosphere of the Mononoke Forest, but I was disappointed that we couldn't reach the mossy forest. I'm glad the tour wasn't canceled and that we were able to experience even a little of the Shiratani Unsuikyo. Since we had some extra time, we were taken to Yakujin Shrine. We were then dropped off at Awa Port and took the afternoon high-speed boat back.

豪雨で増水のため、コースを変更して行けるところまでというツアーとなりました。
弥生杉コースからさつき吊橋を渡ったところまでで折り返し帰る事となりました。
もののけの森の雰囲気を味わいましたが、苔むす森まで行ければと残念でした。
ツアーが中止にならず少しでも白谷雲水峡にはいれただけでもよかったです。
時間も少し余ったので、もう一カ所案内できるとの事で、益救（やく）神社に連れて行ってもらいました。
安房港まで送ってもらい、昼便の高速船に乗り帰りました。

It was great that the tour was scheduled to match our arrival time, allowing us to make effective use of our time. I was lucky to be guided to the Kawakami Sugi and a scenic bridge in addition to the planned locations. The tour was for the 30-minute course at Yakusugi Land, but I wished we could have gone on the 50-minute course.

到着の時間にあわせたツアーだったので、時間を有効に使えて良かった。
予定の場所以外の川上杉と景観のよい橋の上にも案内していただけたのはラッキーでした。
ヤクスギランドの３０分コースの案内でしたが、５０分コースに行きたかったです。

Only Yakushima Tour Operations can take you to the trailhead without using a bus, and it was great not having to wait for a bus on the way back.

屋久島ツアーオペレーションズのみが
バスを使わず登山口まで行けて帰りもバスを待つこともなく大変良かった

Everyone was a bit anxious since it was our first trekking experience, but our guide, Tsugimura, shared fun stories and took wonderful photos, allowing us to enjoy a fantastic day with great weather! It was tough, but I’m glad I took on the challenge. We maintained distance for infection control and wore earphone microphones, which made it easy to hear the guide's voice and have quiet conversations with my friends, so it was very convenient!

全員が初トレッキングで不安もありましたが、ガイドの津曲さんが楽しいお話をしてくださったり素敵な写真を撮ってくださったりで、天気にも恵まれ最高の1日を過ごすことができました！
しんどかったですが挑戦してよかったです。
感染症対策で距離を取り、イヤホンマイクを装着したのですがガイドさんの声が聞き取りやすく参加した友人との会話も小さい声でできたのでとても便利でした！

I participated with a friend in their 20s. We added a rental option, which we could pick up the day before the Jomon Sugi tour. We took the bus at 4 AM and started walking around 5 AM. There were six of us in the group, including the guide, and it seemed like most of us could walk well. The guide adjusted the pace according to our condition, taking breaks as needed, and the walking pace was just right. We were fortunate with the weather and arrived at Jomon Sugi just after 11 AM. After reaching Jomon Sugi, we turned back and had lunch along the way, returning to the trailhead by 4 PM. We arrived at our accommodation by bus just after 5 PM. After walking for 11 hours, I was grateful for the bus transfer. I slept really well that night.

About a week before our hike, we checked the weather forecast and decided on the date for climbing Jomon Sugi. Fortunately, the weather was good and walking was easy, but it could be tough in heavy rain. Since we could rent equipment the day before, we used it to hike Shiratani Unsuikyo without a guide the day before. For those who are not confident in their physical strength, it’s advisable to consider whether to hike Shiratani the day after climbing Jomon Sugi, depending on how fatigued you feel. I felt that the trail to Jomon Sugi was better maintained and easier to walk, but it was longer in distance. The round trip to Taiko Rock in Shiratani Unsuikyo is estimated to take about four hours. Taiko Rock offers a stunning view on clear days, so I recommend it. Since we hiked for several consecutive days, my legs were quite tired towards the end of the Jomon Sugi hike...

I had heard that even beginners could go to Jomon Sugi without a tour, but there are spots that you might miss if you don’t know about them. I felt it was a good decision to join a tour that provided various explanations. The staff at the local accommodation mentioned that the Jomon Sugi tour is popular, so it was great that we could make a good reservation. The guide was very attentive and friendly, and I enjoyed hearing many stories that could only be shared by local people from Yakushima along the way. Also, since the walking time is long, I think it’s important to research and prepare your gear in advance.

However, I will deduct one star because when I inquired by phone beforehand, I was told they would call me back, but I never received a call. I was also told they would contact me about my reservation three days prior, but I didn’t hear from them, so I had to call them instead.

I think it would be a waste not to see Jomon Sugi when visiting Yakushima. It was challenging, but it truly became a great experience. Thank you!

20代の友人と参加しました。オプションでレンタルを付けましたが、縄文杉ツアーの前日に受け取れます。朝4時にバスに乗り、歩き始めたのは5時頃でした。ガイドさん含め6人グループでしたがちゃんと歩ける人が多かったようで、ガイドさんは私たちの様子を見ながら適宜休憩を取りつつ進んでくださり、歩くペースはちょうど良く、天候にも恵まれ、11時過ぎには縄文杉に着きました。縄文杉までたどり着いたら引き返して途中で昼食を食べ、登山口まで戻ってきたのは16時でした。バスで宿についたのは17時過ぎです。11時間歩いて疲れていたためバスでの送迎付きはありがたかったです。その日は本当に良く寝れました。
私たちは登る一週間ほど前に天気予報を見て縄文杉に登る日程を決め、結局天候も良く歩き易かったのですが、ひどい雨だと辛いかもしれません。前日からレンタル品を借りれるため、私たちはそれを使い前日に白谷雲水峡にガイドなしで登りましたが、体力に自信のない方は縄文杉に登った次の日に、疲労の程度で白谷に登るか登らないか考えるのが良いそうです。白谷よりも縄文杉の方が道が整備されていて歩きやすいが距離が長いという印象を受けました。白谷雲水峡は太鼓岩まで往復4時間が目安だそうです。太鼓岩も天気がいい日は絶景なのでおすすめです。連日歩いたため縄文杉の最後の方は足が辛かったですが…
縄文杉は初心者でもツアー無しでいけると聞いていたのですが、知らないと素通りしてしまうスポットもあり、様々な解説を付けてくれるツアーを付けて良かったと感じました。現地の宿の方もここの縄文杉ツアーは人気だからいいとこで予約できて良かったねと言われましたし、ガイドさんも面倒見が良く気さくで、道中で屋久島の現地の人からしか聞けない話がたくさん聞けて楽しかったです。あとは、とにかく歩く時間が長いため装備は事前に調べてちゃんと準備していった方がいいと思います。
ただ、事前に電話で問い合わせたときに折り返し電話しますと言われましたが電話が来なかったこと、3日前に予約について一度連絡しますと言われましたが来なかったためこちらから電話をしたという点については☆-１をしておきます。
屋久島に訪れたら縄文杉を見ないともったいないと思います。大変でしたが本当にいい経験になりました、ありがとうございました。