Reviewed by: まいこ
This was my first winter trekking experience, and I was a bit worried, but thanks to the favorable weather and the support of our friendly guide, I was able to enjoy it thoroughly.
Even though it was winter, I found myself getting warm while walking. I recommend wearing layers that are easy to take on and off. Also, since the wind can be strong, having a neck warmer and a secure hat is reassuring.
The trees covered in moss and the giant cedar trees were incredibly captivating and have become unforgettable memories. The spring water was also delicious.
冬のトレッキングは初めてなので少し心配していたのですが、お天気に恵まれ、また優しいガイドさんのサポートのおかげで楽しく終えることができました。
冬とはいえ、歩いていると暑くなってきます。参加する際は脱ぎ着しやすい服装で行くことをお勧めします。
また、風が強いのでネックウォーマーや飛びにくい帽子があると安心です。
苔に覆われた木々や巨大な杉の木はとても魅力的で忘れられない思い出になりました。湧き水も美味しかったです。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/25 |
Reviewed by: Yama
We participated as a couple in January. There were only two participants. It was a rainy day, and we climbed with remnants of snow. It was very hard, but with encouragement from our guide, Tecchan, we somehow made it to Wilson's stump. My wife was already exhausted, but it seemed she gained energy from Wilson's stump, and after that, she was able to climb to Jomon Sugi safely. The fog was thick, and we could only see the silhouette of Jomon Sugi, but it was still wonderful. On the way back, our guide, Tecchan, took some fun photos for us. I want to go again.
1月に夫婦で参加しました。参加者は2名だけでした。雨模様で、残雪が残る中の登山でした。とってもハードでしたが、ガイドのてっちゃんの励ましもあって、なんとかウィルソン株までたどり着きました。妻は、すでにヘロヘロでしたが、ウィルソン株からパワーをもらえたようで、その後は元気が出て、無事、縄文杉まで登ることができました。霧がひどくて、縄文杉はシルエットだけでしたが、それでも素晴らしかったです。帰り道は、ガイドのてっちゃんが楽しい写真を撮ってくれました。また行きたいです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/13 |
Reviewed by: そめたん
This was my first time at Shiratani Unsuikyo. I was unsure about the path and considered hiring a guide, but I also worried that joining a guided tour would mean having to match the pace of others and that I might not be able to take photos freely. I struggled with these thoughts quite a bit. However, in the end, hiring a guide turned out to be a great success.
Our guide, Watanabe, was knowledgeable not only about the mountains but also about plants, and he explained everything in a fun way, mixing in jokes. We were laughing the whole time, to the point where other groups commented, "You all look like you're having so much fun!"
He also taught us photo spots and tips for enjoying the experience, so we were able to capture some Instagram-worthy shots. Additionally, having the guide meant we could get group photos taken, which was a nice touch.
The breaks were well-timed and informative, allowing even a beginner like me to reach Taiko Rock.
I thought I wouldn’t get lost, but there was still snow from a few days prior, making it difficult to walk, and the path was hard to follow. On the day of our visit, there was a woman who had come alone and got lost, and the guide helped her. I really think it's better for those unfamiliar with the mountains to hire a guide.
For lunch, we were treated to warm miso soup and coffee. I was truly grateful to learn that they carried all the hot water and mats for everyone.
If we had climbed on our own, we would have missed many spots, and we might have been exhausted on the snowy path that appeared midway.
It felt more like having a companion to walk with rather than just a guide. They also shared recommendations for sightseeing spots for the next day, and I’m really glad I decided to hire them.
今回、初めての白谷雲水峡。道もわからないし、ガイド頼もうかな?という気持ちと、ガイドツアーに参加しちゃうと、他の人にペースを合わせないといけないかな?とか、自由に写真撮れなくなるかな?という不安とで、随分悩みました。
でも結果、頼んで大成功です。
今回担当してくれた渡辺さんは、山の事は勿論、植物も詳しくて、冗談を交えながら楽しく説明してくれました。
私達ずっと笑っていたので、他のグループに
「楽しそうですね〜」
と、言われるほど、、、笑
写真スポットや、その場に合った楽しみ方のコツやポーズも教えてくれるので、今流行りのインスタ映えも撮れちゃいますよ。笑。
また、ガイドさんにお願いできるので、全員揃った写真を撮ってもらえるのも魅力。
休憩は、説明を兼ねて上手に取ってくれるので、初心者の私でも、太鼓岩まで登る事ができました。
また、道に迷うことは無いと思っていましたが、今回数日前に降った雪が残っていて歩きにくかったし、道がわかりにくい状態だったようで、当日も一人で来ていた女性が道に迷っていて、ガイドさんが助けていました。
やはり山に不慣れな方は、頼んだ方が良いと思います。
お昼には、温かい味噌汁とコーヒーをご馳走になりました。
全員分のお湯やシートを担いで、登っていたんだと知り、本当に感謝の気持ちです。
自分達だけで登っていたら、見過ごしたスポットも沢山あっただろうし、途中から出てきた雪道で、グッタリしていたかも?
道案内というよりは、一緒に歩く仲間という感じかもしれません。
次の日の観光スポットも教えてもらって、
頼んで本当に良かったです。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/09 |
Reviewed by: りんこ
The guide provided information about island life, the land, and the mountains throughout our tour of the island, and they also helped us with taking photos, making for a fulfilling day. I regret that we couldn't complete a full circle around the island due to construction and missed visiting Inakahama.
島内を回っている間ずっと島の生活についてや土地や山のことなどガイドがあり、写真撮影も協力していただき、充実した1日を過ごせました。
工事の関係で島内一周が出来ずいなか浜に行けなかったのが心残りでした。
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| Packages: | 【~3/31】1日プラン(トビウオ料理の昼食付) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/10 |
Reviewed by: こここ
I heard that visiting both Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo in one day is quite a challenging course, but everyone enjoyed it until the end. (All participants were 29-year-old women and beginners in hiking.) Thanks to our guide managing the pace and break timings, it was a great experience.
Also, we had warm tonjiru (pork miso soup) for lunch. It was a cold day, so it really warmed us up. Thank you very much.
If someone I know goes to Yakushima, I will definitely recommend it.
縄文杉と白谷雲水峡どちらも1日で回るのはかなりハードなコースだと聞いていましたが、最後まで全員楽しめました。(全員29歳女性、登山初心者レベル)ペース配分、休憩タイミング等、ガイドさんが管理して下さったおかげです。
また、昼食時に温かい豚汁を頂きました。寒い日でしたので身体に染みました。ありがとうございました。
知人が屋久島へ行くことがあれば、必ずオススメします。
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| Posted on: | 2017/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/11 |
Reviewed by: ぐるぐる
I requested the afternoon course, and I received a confirmation call the day before, which made me feel at ease for the day of the event! The tour included Yakusugi Land and the Kigen Sugi, and it was a great deal with an excellent guide and the opportunity to take photos from the best positions! Since they also provide transportation back to the accommodation, it serves as a convenient alternative for those who haven't rented a car, making it a win-win situation!
午後からのコースをお願いしましたが前日には確認のお電話があり、安心して当日を迎えることができました!ヤクスギランドと紀元杉の見学でしたが絶妙なガイドさんの案内プラスベストポジションでの写真撮影もあってとてもお得なコースでした!帰りは宿までは送ってもらえることからレンタカーを借りていない方にはバスやタクシー代わりの交通手段にもなって一石二鳥だと思います〜
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| Packages: | 【~3/31】午後半日プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/25 |
Reviewed by: ぐるぐる
Initially, we requested a course to visit Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo in one day, but we received a prior notice and decided to split it into two days considering the weather. In the end, I think this was a good decision. Given our physical stamina and the fact that we had requested a private guide, we were able to walk at our own pace and learned a lot about Yakushima, the history of Yakusugi, and nature in a broader sense. We were able to meet Jomon Sugi safely and return! It was certainly not easy, but after resting for a day, we were able to recover our stamina to walk early the next day at Shiratani Unsuikyo. We progressed comfortably to Taiko Rock, and since there were no other visitors at that time, we could take our time and enjoy the experience. Although we had a different guide from the previous day, we had a great time hearing various stories from a different perspective. I truly felt that learning from the locals is the best! I would love to sign up again when I visit next time.
当初は縄文杉と白谷雲水峡を1日で回るコースをお願いしていましたが、事前に連絡をいただき天候を考えて2日に分けることに。これが結果的に良かったと思います。体力面を考え、プライベートガイドをお願いしていたこともあって、私たちのペースで歩け、屋久島、屋久杉の歴史だけでなく大きな意味での自然についていろいろ教えてもらいながら無事、縄文杉に対面、帰ることが出来ました!決して楽ではありませんでしたが1日寝ることで体力もある程度回復でき翌日の白谷雲水峡も早朝から歩けました。太鼓岩まで無理なく進み、ちょうど他の方がいなかったこともあってゆっくり過ごすことができました。前日とは別のガイドの方でしたが、違った角度からいろいろお話いただき楽しい時間を過ごせました〜地元の方に教えてもらうのが一番だなぁと実感!再訪の際はまた申込したいなと思いました。
Guruguru-sama,
Thank you for your hard work on the 1-day trekking to Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo (over 2 days). Many customers visiting Yakushima usually have a 2-night, 3-day itinerary. If you want to visit both Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo (Taiko Rock), it's better to do both in one day, but it's quite a tough course. If your transportation on the last day is in the afternoon, it would be easier on your body to split it over two days.
This time, two guides were in charge of Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo (Taiko Rock), so it was nice to hear different stories from each guide, wasn't it? Please come back to see Yakushima in a different season as well.
Yakushima Road Station Tourism
Tsugimachi
ぐるぐる様
縄文杉1日+白谷雲水峡(2日間)のトレッキング、大変お疲れ様でした。
屋久島に来るお客様は、2泊3日行程が多く、縄文杉にも白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩)にも行きたい場合は、1日で両方回る方が良いですが、
かなりキツイコースですので、最終日の交通手段が昼過ぎであれば、2日間に分けた方が体的にも楽です。
今回は、縄文杉と白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩)を二人もガイドが担当し、それぞれのガイドの話が聞けて良かったのではないでしょうか?
また違う季節の屋久島も見にお越しくださいね。
屋久島道の駅観光
津曲
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/26 |
Reviewed by: 屋久島最高
It was raining, so I started my hike from Shiratani Unsuikyo and got to see the moss-covered forest around dawn! It had a very mystical atmosphere and was amazing! Unfortunately, there was fog from Taiko Rock, but I descended to the tramway and headed to Jomon Sugi. The journey was long and tough, but if you're going to Yakushima, I think it's great that you can visit both in one day.
雨だったので白谷雲水峡から登り始めて、夜が明ける頃の苔むす森を見させてもらいました!とても神秘的な空気で最高でした!太鼓岩からはあいにくの霧でしたが、そこからトロッコ道へ下り、縄文杉へ。道のりは長く大変でしたが、せっかく屋久島に行くなら、どちらも1日で回れるのはかなりいいと思います。
Yakushima is amazing!
Thank you for your hard work on the Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo one-day trekking (Taiko Rock). It is a challenging course, but I'm glad to hear you were satisfied. The view from Taiko Rock on a clear day is absolutely beautiful, so please visit again someday.
Yakushima Road Station Tourism
Tsugimachi
屋久島最高 様
縄文杉・白谷雲水峡一日(太鼓岩)トレッキング、大変お疲れ様でした。
ハードコースではありますが、満足頂けたようで良かったです。
快晴の時の太鼓岩からの景色は最高に綺麗ですので、またいつか来島下さいね。
屋久島道の駅観光
津曲
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/26 |
Reviewed by: オッシー
I stayed in Miyanoura, and thanks to the direct bus service, I was able to relax! With the guide's thoughtful assistance, I was able to see Jomon Sugi safely. Thank you very much. The miso soup I had for lunch warmed both my body and heart. I really appreciate all your help!
宮之浦に宿泊しましたが、直行便のバスのおかげでゆっくり休めました!
またガイドさんの気配りのおかげで無事縄文杉を見ることが出来ました。
ありがとうございます。
お昼に頂いたお味噌汁で体も心も暖まりました。
大変お世話になりました!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/24 |
Reviewed by: オッシー
This time, I participated with my parents. I was worried whether my elderly parents and I, who had joined the Jomon Sugi tour the day before, would be able to make it to the end, but thanks to our guide, we were able to reach the moss-covered forest safely. The stories along the way were enjoyable, and I feel like I’ve become a bit of a Yakushima expert. However, due to my oversight, I had requested to rent trekking poles when I signed up for the tour, but the reservation didn’t go through properly. On the day of the tour, I borrowed one from the guide, which worked out fine. The guide was really helpful. Thank you!
今回、両親と参加させていただきました。
高齢者の両親と、前日縄文杉ツアーに参加した私たちが最後まで行けるか不安でしたが、ガイドさんの案内で無事に苔むす森まで行くことが出来ました。
また途中でのお話など楽しく、屋久島通に少しはなれたかな?と思います。
ただ、こちらの確認不足ですが、ストックのレンタル依頼をツアーの申込みの時にしたのですが、申込みがうまく出来ていませんでした。
当日、ガイドさんに1本お借りしてなんとかなりました。
ガイドさんには本当に良くしていただきました。
ありがとうございます❗
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/25 |
Reviewed by: コロ娘
I was torn between the Jomon Sugi course and the Shiratani Unsuikyo, but I made the right choice by opting for Shiratani Unsuikyo since I wasn't confident in my leg strength! The shades of green were incredibly beautiful, and I felt like I wanted to come back just to experience this scenery again. The tour guide was also a great person, and since they explained the highlights along the way, I was able to walk leisurely and have a fun time. I was also happy that it turned into a private tour, perhaps because it was the off-season (^ ^).
縄文杉コースと悩みましたが、脚力に自信がなかったので白谷雲水峡をチョイスして正解でした!緑の色合いも最高に美しく、この景色を味わうためにもう一度来たいと思いました。
ツアーのガイドさんも良い方で、見どころを解説しながらなので、のんびり歩け、楽しく時間が過ぎていきました。シーズンオフだからか、プライベートツアーになったのも嬉しかったです(^ ^)
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/26 |
Reviewed by: こうゆ
The guide was very enjoyable, the pace was just right, and the advice was spot on, allowing us to proceed smoothly. I participated alone, but the guide was considerate, and the people I was with were nice, making for a very pleasant experience. It would have been even better if we had time for introductions at the beginning since I hardly knew anyone's name despite walking together.
ガイドさんがとても楽しい方で、ペースもちょうど良く、アドバイスも的確で、順調に行ってくることが出来ました。
一人で参加しましたが、ガイドさんがお気遣いくださったり、一緒になった人たちも良い人たちで、楽しく過ごせてとても良かったです。
せっかくご一緒したのにほとんどお名前も知らないまま共に歩いたので、最初の方で皆さんとの自己紹介の時間がいただけたらなお良かったです。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/25 |
Reviewed by: ダバオ
It was my first trekking experience, and it was amazing. The guide was kind and provided helpful guidance. Thank you very much. Next time, I would like to challenge myself with Jomon Sugi.
初めてのトレッキングでした、最高でした。ガイドさんも優しくて、親切に案内してくれましました。ありがとうございます。また、次回に、縄文杉の方に挑戦してみたいです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/24 |
Reviewed by: おこめ
The Jomon Sugi was certainly the highlight, but thanks to our guide's explanations, I learned about the rare vegetation and thoroughly enjoyed the great outdoors! The round trip of 22 km and 10 hours of hiking left my legs sore the next day, making it hard to walk, but it's a healing place that makes me want to go back again.
縄文杉はもちろん目玉でしたが、ガイドさんの説明のおかげでめずらしい植生を知り、大自然を満喫できました!
往復22km、10時間の歩き登山はさすがに翌日は足がバキバキで歩くのもやっとでしたが、また行きたいと思える癒しの場所です。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/30 |
Reviewed by: たいしょー
I am a student at a technical college. We had a somewhat unusual school trip where we disbanded in Kumamoto and took four days to return to our hometown, Fukui. There are many places I want to visit along the way, like Universal Studios Japan, Beppu Onsen, and Hiroshima. However, I thought we should go to places we might never visit again in our lives. That's when I started researching and came across the idea of Yakushima. So, four of us students applied for this tour.
We started in the dark with flashlights in hand. It rained on and off along the way. I thought it was supposed to be cloudy according to the weather forecast, but I realized the terrifying nature of Yakushima's climate change. During the tour, we were able to see the sunrise. Since it was the off-season, we could take a lot of photos. During the busy season, other tour groups create lines, making it difficult to take pictures.
I won't describe my impressions of the Yakusugi trees because that would take away from the experience. It's something that can't be conveyed in words; you have to experience it to understand.
As students, we wanted to keep travel costs low. However, I thought this wasn't the place to be stingy, so after arriving in Yakushima, I rented a raincoat and hiking boots from a rental shop. This was a fantastic decision. It would have been a mistake to wear my own sneakers, as they would have gotten wet instantly. Even if it was sunny, there were still puddles left (and some deep ones too).
Another piece of advice... portable toilets? I didn't use them, but it's definitely better to have them available. I brought two bottles each of tea and sports drinks. We also drank spring water along the way. Additionally, a sports towel is necessary since you'll sweat a lot.
The guesthouses we stayed at before and after the tour were different, but it was reassuring that we could store our large luggage on the tour bus. On the day of the tour, I participated with just one backpack.
We ordered our lunch during the tour meeting when we landed in Yakushima and paid for it, so we didn't have to prepare breakfast before the hike or lunch along the way.
Well, that's about it. Although we were students with zero hiking experience, we were able to create unforgettable memories. Thank you very much. For those who will be applying for the tour, I hope you enjoy it. It will undoubtedly become a lifelong memory.
高専の学生です。熊本で解散をして、地元、福井に4日間かけて帰ってこい。という、ちょっと不思議な修学旅行。熊本から福井まで、USJとか別府温泉とか広島とか、いろいろ行きたいと思う場所はある。けど、人生でもう来れないかもしれないという所に行こう。そう言って調べ始めてたどり着いたのが屋久島という案だった。そしてこのツアーに学生4人で応募。
朝真っ暗な状況で懐中電灯片手にスタート。途中で雨が降ったり止んだり。天気予報では曇りだったのになぁ…と思いながらも、屋久島の気候変動の恐ろしさを実感しました。ツアー途中では日の出も見れました。閑散期だけあって、たくさん写真撮影も出来ました。繁忙期は他のツアーの人達が列を作るのでなかなか写真撮影が出来ない。とのこと。
屋久杉を見た感想を述べてしまうと面白みがなくなってしまうので省略します。これは言葉では伝えれません。体験しないと分からないものだと感じました。
さて、学生という訳でなるべく旅費を安く済ませたいもの。しかし、ここはケチるところじゃないやろ、って思って屋久島入ってからレンタルショップで借りたのがレインコートと登山靴。これは素晴らしかったです。大正解でした。自前の運動靴だと一瞬で濡れてしまいます。晴れていたとしても水たまりは残ります。(深い水たまりも沢山ありました)
他にもアドバイス…。。簡易トイレでしょうか。使いませんでしたが必ずあった方がいいですね。
お茶とスポーツドリンクは2本づつ持っていきました。途中で湧き水も飲みました。
あとはスポーツタオル、汗かくので要りますね。
ツアー前と後で泊まる民宿が違ったのですが、大きな荷物はツアーのバスの中で保管しておいて貰えるので安心でした。当日はリュック一つで参加しました。
お弁当は屋久島に上陸した時のツアーミーティングで注文をしてお金を払ったので、当日、登山前の朝ごはんと途中のお昼ご飯は、特別僕らが用意する必要ありませんでした。
ま、そんなもんでしょうか。
登山経歴0の学生達でしたが、一生の思い出を作ることができました。
ありがとうございました。
これからツアー申し込まれる方、どうぞ楽しんできてください。一生の思い出になること、間違いないと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望00
The day after visiting Jomon Sugi, I had to return on the evening flight, so I signed up for an early morning departure to reach Taiko Rock. Since there were only two participants, including myself, they arranged for a 6 AM departure instead of the scheduled 5 AM, allowing us to start just as it was getting light without needing headlamps. There were few people, making it easy to walk.
Although there were many clouds, the sun was shining, and it was a pleasant trek. There is a famous spot called "Mossy Forest," but the entire Shiratani area was a magnificent moss world, not just that particular place. Taiko Rock had a fantastic view, and I felt it was worth coming all the way here. It would be a real shame to turn back at the Mossy Forest, so I highly recommend going all the way to Taiko Rock.
縄文杉の翌日でしたが、夕方便で帰らなければならず、太鼓岩まで行きたかったので早朝出発で申し込みました。
参加者が私ともう一人しかいなかったためか、一応5時出発の予定と書いてありますが、6時出発にアレンジしていただき、ヘッドランプを使わずちょうど明るくなってきたころの出発で、人も少なくて歩きやすかったです。
雲は多かったですが日差しもあり、気持ちの良いトレッキングでした。
「苔むす森」という有名な場所がありますが、特にそこに限らず白谷全体が見事な苔ワールドでした。
太鼓岩はとても見晴らしが良くて、ここまで来てよかったと思える場所でした。
苔むす森で引き返すのは本当にもったいないので、ぜひ太鼓岩まで行ってほしいです。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/05 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望00
My first visit to Yakushima was for the Jomon Sugi trekking, which I had been wanting to do for a long time. Since I don’t exercise at all, I was quite nervous about the 22 km round trip and 10-hour trek, but it turned out that 16 km of it was on a flat trolley road with minimal elevation change, and the actual mountain trail was only about 6 km, so it wasn't as tough as I had imagined.
On the middle day of the three-day weekend in November, the weather was perfect—cloudy with occasional sunshine after the rain, neither too hot nor too cold. I believe the guide's pacing was also perfect. There were seven participants, all women including myself, and the guide provided warnings about slippery areas and steep inclines in advance, so we were able to complete the trek without any injuries.
The only disappointment was that the fog was so thick at the top that my photos of Jomon Sugi turned out completely white. Some of the guides mentioned that they actually prefer the majestic feel of Jomon Sugi in the fog, but since it was my first time, I would have liked to see it clearly. However, it didn’t rain, and all the other cedars aside from Jomon Sugi looked beautiful in photos, and I could see Jomon Sugi clearly with my own eyes, so wanting more might be a bit greedy.
By the way, most of the guides in Yakushima work freelance, and only a handful are affiliated with any particular company. It seems they are dispatched from Company A one time and Company B another time, so choosing based on the reputation of a specific company's guides might not be very meaningful. However, the guide for the tour I participated in was excellent, and the other guides I passed along the way seemed to be enjoying themselves, so there’s probably not much to worry about in that regard.
初めての屋久島、絶対行きたいと思っていた縄文杉トレッキングでした。
普段全く運動をしないので、往復22㎞、10時間のトレッキングにびびりまくってましたが、うち16㎞はトロッコ道であまり高低差がなく、実際の山道は6㎞程度だったため、思ったほどではありませんでした。
11月の3連休の中日、雨上がりで曇り時々晴れ、暑くもなく寒くもなくという好条件で、ガイドの方のペース配分がまた完璧だったおかげと思います。
参加者は私を含めて女性ばかり7人でしたが、滑りやすいところや傾斜の急なところは事前に注意喚起して下さり、一人のけが人を出すこともなく全員完歩することができました。ポイントポイントで丁寧に説明もして頂けました。
ひとつだけ残念だったのは、上の方の霧がすごくて、縄文杉の写真が真っ白になっちゃったことくらいでしょうか。
ガイドさんたちの中には、霧の中の縄文杉の方が厳かな感じで好きだという方もいらっしゃるようですが、初めてだとやはりくっきりはっきりした姿が見たかったかも。
でも、雨も降らなかったし、縄文杉以外の杉は全てきれいに写真に納まったし、縄文杉も肉眼ではきれいに見えたしで、これ以上望むのは贅沢かもしれません。
ちなみに、屋久島のガイドさんたちは、ほとんどがフリーで働いてて、どこかの会社に所属している方はほんの一握りなのだそうです。ある時はA社から、ある時はB社から派遣されて、みたいな感じのようなので、「この会社のガイドさんの評判が良い」とか「悪い」とかで選ぶのはあまり意味がないみたいです。
ただ、私が参加したツアーのガイドさんもとても良かったですし、道すがらすれ違う他のガイドさんたちもみなさん楽しそうな感じでしたので、そこはあまり心配ないのかも。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/04 |
Reviewed by: たくろう
I recently participated in a tour and went trekking to Jomon Sugi. Thanks to the guide's attentive care and thorough, interesting explanations at key points, I was able to enjoy the approximately 10-hour journey! The guide was relaxed and friendly, which made it easy to talk and enjoy the experience without feeling nervous from the start. Yakushima's great nature is truly amazing. I definitely want to visit Yakushima again soon.
つい先日ツアーに参加し、縄文杉トレッキングをしてきました。
ガイドの方の細やかな気配りと要所での丁寧かつ興味深い解説のおかげで、約10時間に及ぶ行程を楽しく乗り切ることができました!
ガイドさんはゆったりとしていて親しみやすい方で、始めから緊張せずリラックスしてお話ができて楽しかったです。
屋久島の大自然は本当に最高です。近いうちに是非また屋久島を訪れたいと思います。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/21 |
Reviewed by: ハチワレ
I participated in the morning of my last day of stay. I was very satisfied to be able to see points that I couldn't visit on my own, slowly and carefully. The service provided by the driver and guide was wonderful. They shared a wealth of knowledge and experiences about the mountains, plants, and the island's history, and took many photos at each stop. As someone traveling alone, this was especially appreciated. It was clear that they had studied a lot, as growing up on the island doesn't mean knowing everything. It was a great way to wrap up my trip. I highly recommend this tour!
滞在最終日の午前中に参加しました。自力では回れなかったポイントを、ゆっくり丁寧に見ることができて大満足です。
運転とガイドを担当くださった方のサービスが素晴らしかったです。山のこと、植物のこと、島の歴史等、島育ちのさまざまな知識やご経験を余すところなくお話くださって、立ち寄る先々で写真もたくさん撮ってくださいました。ひとり旅だった私には、特にありがたいことでした。
島で育ったから何でも知っているわけではなく、とても勉強されているのも伝わりました。
旅のよい締めくくりになりました。このツアーは、本当にオススメです!
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| Packages: | 【~3/31】午前一周プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/16 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望00
I arrived at Yakushima Airport around noon and participated in the afternoon tour. The itinerary mentioned a 50-minute walk through the Jomon Sugi and Yakusugi Land. So, I assumed that the Yakusugi Land tour would be the 50-minute course up to the Buddha Sugi. However, during the ride, the driver mentioned, "We will have about a 40-minute walk at Yakusugi Land," which gave me a bit of a bad feeling... Unfortunately, that feeling turned out to be accurate, as we only had a 30-minute walking course, and it ended in no time.
Looking at reviews, it seems that it can depend on the driver (and guide) for the day. That day, there were already four people who had been on a full-day tour since the morning, and three additional people, including myself, boarded from the airport, so the driver might have been tired. Well, it was inexpensive, and I was able to make decent use of my arrival day, but it was quite disappointing.
お昼に屋久島空港に着いて、午後から参加しました。
紀元杉と、ヤスクギランド50分程度の散策、という能書きでした。
なので、ヤクスギランドは仏陀杉までの50分コースなのだろうと思っていました。
が、車内で「ヤクスギランドでは40分程度散策します。」と運転手さんが仰るのでちょっと嫌な予感が・・・
その予感は的中し、なんと、30分コースの散策のみであっという間に終了してしまいました。
口コミを見ると、その日の担当ドライバー(兼ガイド)さんにもよるみたいですね。
その日は朝から1日コースに参加されてる方が既に4人いて、空港から私を含め3人追加で乗り込んだ感じで、お疲れだったのかもしれません。
まあ安いし、到着日をまあまあ有効に使えましたが、かなり残念でした。
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| Packages: | 【~3/31】午後半日プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/03 |
Reviewed by: mik
I participated with two female friends. We had very little experience with hiking and trekking, so we had a lot of anxiety, but it was helpful that they called us the day before, allowing us to ask questions. On the day of the hike, we were in a group of seven, and since the path was narrow, we had to walk in a line. It was a bit difficult to hear the guide's voice when we were at the back, but they adjusted the walking pace and break timings for us, so it was manageable. The round trip took 11 hours on the mountain trail, and by the end, my legs felt like stiff sticks, but the sight of the moss-covered rocks, fallen trees, and the presence of a 2000-year-old cedar that appeared when the fog cleared was very impressive. I didn't know how to get on the hiking bus or how to manage the time, so I'm really glad I requested a guided tour. If I have the opportunity to visit again someday, I plan to use their services once more.
友人と女子2人で参加しました。
登山やトレッキングの経験がほとんどなく、たくさん不安がありましたが、前日にお電話を下さり、質問が出来たので助かりました。当日は7人グループで、道が狭く一列に並んで歩く為、どうしても後ろだとガイドさんの声が聞こえず、少し苦労しましたが、歩くペースや休憩のタイミングなどは合わせて下さったので、大丈夫でした。往復11時間の山道、最後は足がカチカチの棒でしたが、苔茂る岩や倒木の光景、霧が晴れた所に現れた樹齢2000年を超える杉の存在感はとても印象的でした。登山バスの乗り方や、時間配分の取り方も分からなかったので、ガイドツアーをお願いして本当に良かったです。いつかまた訪問する機会があれば、その時も利用させて頂こうと思います。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/11 |
Reviewed by: みゆりんぺいまま
We participated as a family of three, including my 12-year-old daughter and my husband. I was worried about whether we could walk until the end, but the guide shared various stories and provided us with warm miso soup and coffee, which gave us energy!
12歳の娘と夫婦、計3名で参加しました。
最後まで歩くことが出来るか不安でしたが、ガイドさんが
色々な話をしてくれたり、温かいお味噌汁やコーヒーを入れて
くれり、元気をいただきました♪
Dear Miyurinpeimama,
Thank you for the highest rating. Your child did a great job walking all the way to Jomon Sugi!
We would be delighted if your family continues to enjoy mountain climbing together! Please come back to Yakushima to climb the mountains again!
We look forward to the day we can meet again! Thank you very much.
みゆりんぺいまま様
最高評価ありがとうございます。
お子様も頑張って縄文杉まで歩きましたね!
これからも家族で山登りたくさん楽しんで頂ければ嬉しいです!
是非また屋久島の山にも登りにも来てください!
またお会いできる日を楽しみにお待ちしています!
ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/04 |
Reviewed by: shokolly
We hadn't exercised at all, and after visiting Taiko Rock by ourselves the day before, we were exhausted and faced the Jomon Sugi trekking with incredible muscle pain. Thanks to the guide's fun explanations and kind advice, we were able to see Jomon Sugi! ✨ I'm really grateful! ✨ The miso soup served for lunch was also very delicious! Thank you very much! ✨ I highly recommend it! ✨
全く運動をしておらず、前日に太鼓岩に自分達で訪れた後で、疲労困憊、ありえないほどの筋肉痛で臨んだ縄文杉トレッキングでした。 ガイドさんの楽しい説明や親切な助言で何とか縄文杉を見ることができました✨
本当に感謝です✨
お昼に出してくださったお味噌汁もとってもおいしかったです!
ありがとうございました✨お薦めです✨
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| Packages: | 靴・レインコート・バックパック付き!充実セットプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/05 |
Reviewed by: まくろ
I was worried because the reviews about the quality of the guides were mixed. However, the guide who assisted us that day, Mr. Yokota, was very enthusiastic in his explanations and managed the pace perfectly while also handling our two noisy children. We were blessed with good weather and were able to create wonderful memories. I am grateful for that.
Webでガイドさんの質が玉石混淆のような評判だったので、心配していました。
当日相手をして下さったガイドさん(横田さん)は熱心に説明して下さり、やかましい二人の子供を相手しつつペース配分も抜群でした。
天候にも恵まれ、大変良い思い出を作ることが出来ました、感謝しています。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/02 |
Reviewed by: dmnd
The day before, I walked around a lot and ended up more tired than I expected... I didn't think much about it when I signed up, but the bus after walking around is highly recommended. (laughs)
This trip had a short duration, but I was able to visit many places, so I’m very satisfied!! I also encountered the monkeys and deer of Yakushima, and I was able to soak in the negative ions from the waterfalls, making it a truly refreshing trip.
前日は色々歩き回ったのですが、思った以上に疲れてしまい、、、申し込んだ時はそんなに考えてなかったのですが、歩き回った後のバスは凄くおすすめです。笑
今回の旅は滞在期間が短かったのですが、まとめて巡れたので大満足!!屋久島の猿や鹿達にも出会え、滝のマイナスイオンも浴びて、ほんとリフレッシュできた旅になりました。
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| Packages: | 【~3/31】午前一周プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/19 |
Reviewed by: Kana
Please avoid tours from this company. Even if they are a bit more expensive, choose tours from other companies. I had a sad and painful experience due to the poor guide. The guide walked so fast that they left all eight participants behind. The explanations were only at the level found in a guidebook (and the voice was so quiet that more than half of the people couldn't hear), and the responses to our questions were inadequate. Without any explanation about additional fees, they lent us equipment and later asked for payment. The difference compared to other guides around us (who were engaging and provided plenty of explanations) was so stark that I became sad halfway through.
When I later communicated this to the roadside station tourism company, they said it was my fault, and there was no proper apology or even a refund for the equipment rental fees. Now I understand why they are cheaper than others. This company's tours should be avoided. I never expected that a once-in-a-lifetime experience would turn out like this.
この会社のツアーは避けてください。少し高くても、他の会社さんのツアーにしてください。とにかく、ガイドさんが悪くて悲しいつらい思いをしました。ツアー参加者8人全員を置いていくほど速く歩く。ガイドブックに載っている程度の説明しかぜず(しかも声が小さく、半分以上の人が聞こえない)、こちらの質問には適当な返事。料金がかかる等の説明なく、道具を貸して後で金払えと言ってくる。とにかく、周りの別のガイドさん(声掛けも説明もたくさんされている方々ばかりでした)との差がひどくて、途中から悲しくなってきました。
道の駅観光さんに後日上記のことを伝えると、私側が悪いそうで、適切な謝罪もなく、道具貸出の料金返金すらありませんでした。他より安い理由がわかりました。この会社のツアーは避けるべきです。一生に一度の経験が、こんな経験になるとは予想していませんでした。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/20 |
Reviewed by: H.H
It was unfortunately rainy, but I finally got to go after wanting to for four years! It would have been even better if it had been sunny, but I still felt the great nature and got to see the scenery that inspired "Princess Mononoke." It was an amazing time! The greatness of Yakushima can only be understood by seeing it in person!
あいにくの雨でしたが、四年間行きたくてようやく行けました!
晴れだともっと最高でしたが、それでも大自然を感じられ、もののけ姫の舞台となった景色も見れて、最高の時間でした!
生でみないとわからない凄さが屋久島にある!!
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/10/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/27 |
Reviewed by: H.H
It took me four years to finally go, and I made it!
Since I was alone, I joined a tour, but they were attentive to everyone, and I safely reached Jomon Sugi.
Thank you for an amazing time!
Pictures don't do it justice!
It's a place that you have to see in person!
行きたいと思い四年が経ち、ようやく行けました!
1人だったので、ツアーに参加しましたが、終始周りへの気配りもあり安全に縄文杉にたどり着けました^ ^
とても、最高な時間ありがとー!!
写真じゃ伝わらない!
生で見てなんぼの場所!!
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/10/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/26 |
Reviewed by: Yuuu
This is my third time at Shiratani Unsuikyo, but it was my first time trekking in the early morning! Trekking while feeling the fresh greenery of the morning was amazing! The guide was also great, and I thoroughly enjoyed Taiko Rock.
今回白谷雲水峡自体は三回目ですが
早朝トレッキングは初めてでした!
朝の新緑を感じながらのトレッキングは最高でした!
ガイドさんも良い方で
太鼓岩を十分満喫させて頂きました。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/10/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/08 |
Reviewed by: 伊賀崎
I usually don't exercise much, so I was worried about the 22-kilometer distance, but thanks to the guide's precise pacing, I was able to complete it successfully. The explanations along the way were clear, and at various points, we were able to take photos, making for a wonderful guide. Seeing Jomon Sugi was a great memory, but even more than that, being able to walk the full 22 kilometers became a cherished memory.
普段はあまり運動もしてなく、22キロという距離が不安でしたがガイドさんの的確なペース配分のお陰で無事に完歩できました。
もちろん途中の説明も分かりやすく、ポイントでは写真も撮っていただき、素晴らしいガイドさんでした。
縄文杉を見られたこともいい思い出ですが、それ以上に22キロ完歩できたことがいい思い出になりました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/10/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/08 |
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To Koko,
Thank you for your hard work on the one-day trekking course at Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo. I was a bit worried before we set off since I heard everyone was a beginner, but I'm relieved that everyone made it to the finish line safely and energetically.
Whenever you miss Yakushima, please feel free to come back and visit!
Yakushima Road Station Tourism
Tsugimura
こここ様へ
縄文杉・白谷雲水峡一日コースのトレッキング、大変お疲れ様でした。
全員初心者と聞いて、出発前は大丈夫かなと思いましたが、全員元気に怪我なくゴール出来てホッとしています。
また屋久島が恋しくなったら、いつでも遊びに来てくださいね。
屋久島道の駅観光
津曲