All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

At first, I was a bit worried because the guide was somewhat older, but once the tour started, he turned out to be the best guide. He had a wide range of knowledge about Yakushima's history, nature, and recent events, along with a great sense of humor, making the tour very fulfilling. Additionally, when other tour participants were damaging nature to take photos, he didn't hesitate to firmly caution them, showing how much he truly cares about Yakushima's natural environment.

少々お年を召したガイドさんだったので最初は少し不安に思ったが、ツアーが始まるとその方は最高のガイドさんだった。
屋久島に歴史のこと、自然のこと、最近のことまで幅広い知識とユーモアがあり、ツアーとても充実したものだった。また、他のツアー客が写真を撮るために自然を壊す行為をしてしまっている時には躊躇せずにしっかりと注意をし、屋久島の自然をとても大切にしているのが伝わってきた。

I participated with my 7-year-old and 10-year-old daughters as a family. We were blessed with great weather, making it a comfortable day for hiking and climbing. Shiratani Unsuikyo is famous for being the forest from "Princess Mononoke," but we enjoyed wonderful views along the mountain paths as well. We fully enjoyed the great nature that Yakushima has to offer. The half-day tour is recommended for those who may not have much physical strength or for families with children. Next time, when the kids are older, I would like to challenge ourselves to reach Taiko Rock.

7歳と10歳の娘達と家族で参加しました。天気に恵まれ、快適なハイキング・山登り日和でした。白谷雲水峡はもののけ姫の森で有名ですが、途中の山道でも素晴らしい景色が堪能できました。屋久島らしい大自然を満喫しました。半日ツアーは体力に自信のない人や子連れの方にもオススメです。
次回は子供達が大きくなったら太鼓岩までチャレンジしたいと思います。

I had a great time participating in a two-day tour while being explained by the guide. Although I wasn't very confident in my physical stamina, the guide considered the pacing and made sure to chat with us so we wouldn't get too tired. I felt that the enjoyment of the tour really depends on the guide! I was very satisfied with the fun guides on both days.

ガイドさんに説明していただきながら楽しく2日間ツアーに参加できました。体力に自信がない中でしたが、ペース配分を考えてくださり、おしゃべりしながら疲れさせないようにと色々とご配慮いただけました。ガイドさんによっても結構楽しみ方が変わると思いました！2日間ともに楽しいガイドさんで大変満足できました。

I took a solo trip to Yakushima at a turning point in my life. It was a place I had longed to visit someday… and it turned out to be the perfect spot for me at this moment. Considering the season, I was blessed with good weather and felt like I received a lot of energy from the great outdoors!!

Our tour group consisted of six women, and from the start, we successfully completed the mountain trekking without any of us retiring after 11 hours and 30 minutes. The sense of accomplishment I felt at the end was something I could only experience here. I think it was physically quite challenging for us 🤭.

I hope to visit Yakushima again someday!

人生の節目に屋久島ひとり旅をしました。
いつか行ってみたいと念願だった場所…
今の自分にピッタリの場所でした。
時季を考慮し天候にも恵まれて
大自然から沢山のパワーをもらえた
様な気がします！！
私達のツアーグループは女子６人でしたが
スタートから11時間30分
全員がリタイヤする事なく無事に
登山トレッキングに成功できました😭
終えた時の達成感はここでしか味わえない
ものでした。体力的にもギリギリだったの
ではないかと思います🤭
またいつの日か屋久島を訪ねたいです！

I'm in my late 50s and I don't consider hiking a hobby. A few years ago, I used to go to the gym once or twice a week, but I've stopped that recently and now I only walk a few times a month (about 5 kilometers). I like walking, so I thought it would be fine to participate, but 20 kilometers was indeed quite exhausting. I borrowed my mother's hiking boots (same size) from when she used to hike, but they were heavy! Are hiking boots really this heavy? Looking around, I noticed others had lighter, sneaker-like trekking shoes. Is there a difference between hiking boots and trekking shoes? Or have things changed in the last ten years? Because of these heavy boots, I found it hard to walk, my ankles hurt, and my feet became fatigued. On the way back, my legs were shaking and I lightly stumbled, but fortunately, I didn't suffer any serious damage. I think if it weren't for the guide, I would have struggled to pace myself and would have panicked in the second half. I believe the group was organized with age considerations in mind. We were lucky with the weather and didn't get rained on, which made for a very pleasant experience. I think it would have been much tougher if it had rained.

登山を趣味とはしていない50代後半です。数年前まではジムに週１，2回行ってましたが最近はやめてしまい、月数回程度ウォーキング（5キロ）する程度です。
歩くのは好きなので、まあ大丈夫かと思って参加しましたが、20キロはやはりかなり疲れました。靴は、以前、登山をしていた母親のもの（サイズは同じ）を借りたのですが、重い！！登山靴ってこんなに重いものなの？？周りの人を見てみるともっと軽そうなスニーカー風のトレッキングシューズ。登山靴とトレッキングシューズは違うのかな？それとも10年以上前と今とでは違うのか？！この靴のせいで重くて歩きにくくて足首が痛くなって足全体が疲労しました。帰りは足ガクガクで軽く転んでしまいましたが、大したダメージは受けずにすみました。ガイドさんがいなかったら、きっとペース配分ができずに後半焦ることなったのではと思います。グループ編成は年齢を考慮してくれていたと思います。天候には恵まれ雨に降られることなくとても気持ちよく過ごせました。雨が降っていたらもっと大変だっただろうなと思います。

Despite trekking for 10.5 hours in the rain, I had the best experience thanks to our guide and my companions (five of us in total). Here are the highlights:

- I was able to leave the arrangements for access to the trailhead and the lunch boxes for breakfast and lunch to them.
- With many other trekkers around, the guide's support (managing pace, rest spots, sharing with other groups, taking photos, and providing explanations at key points) allowed us to trek safely and comfortably.

Once again, thank you very much.

ずんやり雨の中、往復１０．５時間のトレッキングでしたが、ガイドさんと同伴者（私を含めて５名）のおかげ様で最高の経験をできました。
以下よかった点になります
・登山口までのアクセス、朝昼の弁当の手配などおまかせでいけました
・他トレッキング者が多数の中、ガイドさんのサポート（ペース配分、休憩場所、他グループ等との譲り合い、写真撮影、要所要所での説明）のもと、安全に、気持ちよくトレッキングすることができました。
あらためて、ありがとうございました。

This is a place I want to visit at least once in my lifetime, so I practiced in advance and went there with excitement. However, the guide was really strict. They were focused on getting us back before the bus time and insisted we hurry up to have lunch because it looked like it might rain. They took pictures at certain points, but we were rushed, and people weren't even ready in the photos. The guide kept saying how things should be done and that this kind of guiding isn't good. They mentioned that for someone like me, it was just a hike, but it could be dangerous for amateurs who come unprepared. Because of this, we couldn't fully enjoy the experience and had to return quite early, resulting in a long wait for the bus. I wanted to enjoy it more.

一生に一度は訪れたい場所で楽しみに事前に練習して行きました。ところがガイドさんがほんとスパルタでした。帰りのバス時間前に戻る、雨が降りそうだから早く登ってランチする事に全意識されてました。ポイントで写真撮ってくれますが急かされ人物も準備出来てないまま写っています。ガイドはこうあるべきだ、こんなガイドは良く無い、これは自分にはただのハイキングだが素人が何も準備せず来るから危険と言う話が多く、しっかり見れずかなり早く戻ってかなりバス待ちました。もっと楽しみたかった。

I went on the Jomon Sugi trekking, which I had been worried about for years due to my age and lack of confidence in my leg strength. Honestly, it was tough, but I managed to complete the trek without causing any inconvenience to the others in my group. The weather was perfect, making it the best trekking experience. Thank you to our guide!

年齢的なことと脚力に自信が無くて長年悩み続けていた縄文杉トレッキングに行ってきました。正直キツかったのですが、なんとか同じグループの方々にご迷惑をかけることなく完歩できました。天候に恵まれ最高のトレッキングでした。ガイドさんありがとうございました。

It was raining from the start, so I couldn't really enjoy the scenery around me at a leisurely pace. However, trekking while witnessing the untouched nature and the vitality of the plants significantly eased my fatigue and the passage of time. When I finally reached the Yakusugi, I was truly moved! Perhaps the sense of accomplishment from walking for five hours in the rain contributed to that feeling.

Additionally, the guide shared interesting stories about Yakushima's history and the cedar trees at key points, which was very educational.

However, the age demographic of the group was quite high, and the guide made many negative comments from the beginning, suggesting that if anyone felt it was too difficult, they could turn back or that they weren't adequately prepared. This left me feeling disappointed.

I wonder if it's fair to judge seniors solely based on their age, especially since many of them are quite fit these days. In the end, everyone returned safely and in good spirits, which made the guide happy as well, so that was a relief!

最初から雨だったこともあり、あまり周りの景色をゆっくり楽しむ事ができなかったですが、手付かずの自然、植物の生命力を目の当たりに感じながらのトレッキングは疲れや時間をずいぶん軽減してくれたと思います。やっと辿り着いた屋久杉には、感動でした！雨の中、5時間歩いた達成感もあったのかもです。
またガイドさんが要所要所で屋久島の歴史や杉についてお話ししてくださって、勉強になりました。
ただ、グループの年齢層が高かったので、ガイドさんが最初から、無理そうなら帰ってもらう、準備が足らない、などのネガティブな発言が多く、残念な気持ちになりました。
最近のシニアは皆さん鍛えていらっしゃるし年齢だけで判断されるのはどうかと？
結局みんな元気に帰って来れたので、ガイドさんも喜んでくださったので、良かったです！

I had experience climbing Mount Fuji, but the trolley path was unexpectedly tough and took a toll on my legs... However, I was glad to see Jomon Sugi, and the guide explained various points along the way. I was also encouraged by the other participants in the tour, and somehow I managed to go and come back, which turned into a great memory.

富士登山経験もありましたが、トロッコ道が思いの外つらく、脚にきました...
でも縄文杉は見れて良かったし、ガイドさんがところとごろ説明をしてくれたり、同じツアーの方たちにも励まされながらなんとか行って帰って来ることもできて、良い思い出になりました。

I had wanted to see Jomon Sugi for a long time, but I never got the chance. Now that I’m 60, I thought if I missed this opportunity, I might never see it. The last 2.5 kilometers were tough, but I’m glad I was able to see Jomon Sugi.

以前から縄文杉を見に行きたいと思いながらなかなか行けず、60歳になってしまったのでこれを逃したら見られないと思い参加しました。最後の2.5キロは大変でしたが縄文杉を見る事ができて良かったです。

The guide's talk was interesting. They provided detailed information about the best photo spots and took great pictures that looked amazing. I really enjoyed it. Highly recommended!

ガイドさんのトークが面白かったです。
撮影ポイントを細かに教えてくれたり、映えする写真撮ってくれたり、非常に楽しめました。
オススメです。

Despite being close to my sixtieth birthday, I pushed myself to participate. Thanks to the guide's appropriate pacing, I was able to enjoy and successfully complete the experience without any issues.

還暦間近の老齢に身体に鞭打っての参加
ガイドさんの適切なペース配分の元、楽しく無事に完遂できました。

The guide took photos from a very good angle, which became a great memory! Thank you for the early approach and pacing, anticipating the traffic.

ガイドさんにとても良いアングルで写真を撮って頂き記念になりました！
渋滞になることを見越して早めのアプローチ＆ペース配分、ありがとうございました。

Thanks to the experience and knowledge of our veteran guide, all eight of us were able to see the Jomon Sugi and visit a secret location, and we returned safely! I am truly grateful! Thank you for all the wonderful memories!

ベテランガイドさんの経験や知識のお陰で８人全員が縄文杉を見て秘密の場所にも行けて無事に帰って来れました！
本当に感謝感謝です！
楽しい思い出をたくさんありがとうございました！

The moss-covered forest is certainly wonderful, but it was great to overlook the Yakushima mountains from Taiko Rock. The day before, I went to Jomon Sugi, but this hike wasn't too strenuous, and since the pace was slow, I had plenty of time to listen to the guide's stories, take breaks, and take photos.

苔むす森も十分素晴らしいのですが、太鼓岩から屋久島の山林を見渡せたのがよかったです。前日に縄文杉に行きましたが、こちらは歩行もそれほど辛くなく、ペースもゆっくりなのでガイドさんのお話を聞いたり、ゆっくり休憩したり、写真を撮る時間もたくさんあったりでよかったです。

The shuttle service to and from the accommodation and the option to order bento meals were very convenient for early morning departures. I didn't use it myself, but the rental equipment seemed well taken care of by the guide, even in the rain, so it looked easy to manage. The pace depends on the group members, but when I participated, I heard about some people who had to give up midway due to health issues and others who fell and broke bones. You should expect to spend around 10 hours, so I recommend going while you still have some energy!

宿との送迎、お弁当の注文などもできて早朝出発には便利でした。自分は使いませんでしたが、レンタルは雨に濡れてもガイドさんがケアしてくださっていたので楽そうでした。
ペースはグループのメンバーによりますが私が参加したときには体調不良で途中断念の方や転んで骨折した方など色々聞きましたし、10時間程度は見込む必要があるので、少しでも体力のあるうちに行っていただきたいです！

You should definitely see Jomon Sugi at least once in your lifetime.

The guide was neither particularly good nor bad; they provided various information but didn't have a special sense of humor or excel at creating a great atmosphere.

It was convenient that transportation and lunch were included in the tour.

やはり一生に一度は縄文杉見ておくべきです。

ガイドの方はまあ可もなく不可もなく、いろいろガイドはしてくれますが特別ユーモアがあったり良い雰囲気を作るのに長けているわけではないです。

送迎や弁当がツアーに含まれているのは便利でした。

I was guided by Mr. Sasaki and participated with my 69-year-old mother. It was my mother's dream to see Jomon Sugi, and Mr. Sasaki was attentive to her health throughout the journey, allowing us to reach our destination safely and comfortably! The other participants were also kind, making the hike a wonderful memory. There was a bit of a mishap at the end where we almost missed the tour bus, but Mr. Sasaki stayed with us until the very end, which was truly reassuring. It was the best experience, fulfilling my mother's dream!

ガイドの佐々木さんに担当していただき、69歳の母と参加しました。
母の夢だった縄文杉でしたが、佐々木さんが道中ずっと体調を気にかけてくださり、安心して無事に辿り着くことができました！
参加者のみなさんも優しく、楽しく登山できたのも良い思い出です。
最後はツアーバスに間に合わないハプニングもありましたが、佐々木さんが最後まで並走してくださり本当に心強かったです。
母の夢が叶った、最高の体験でした！

The guide's extensive explanations about Yakushima's history, geography, cedar trees, and flora allowed me to enjoy the Shiratani Unsuikyo even more deeply.

I was able to relax both my body and mind in this extraordinary environment, listening to the constant dripping of water on the moss, the chirping of birds, and enjoying the forest bathing. Seeing the cedars that have been growing for hundreds and thousands of years made me feel small in comparison.

Since the trekking included breaks, I was relieved that I could go at a comfortable pace.

The photos taken by the guide (especially the panoramic ones) became truly wonderful memories.

On the way back, I was dropped off at a different accommodation from where I stayed, and I was able to enjoy a day trip to a hot spring, which was refreshing.

If I have the opportunity to visit Yakushima again, I would love to request the same guide. Thank you very much.

ガイドさんの屋久島の歴史、地理、杉や草花と幅広い説明でより深く白谷雲水峡を楽しめました。

苔に絶えずポタポタと水が落ちていく様子、鳥のさえずり、森林浴。非日常の中身体も心もリラックス出来ました。
大自然の中、何百何千年と生えている杉を見ると自分の存在がちっぽけな物に感じました。

休憩を取りながらのトレッキングだったので、無理なく行ける事が出来てホッとしています。

ガイドさんに撮ってもらった写真(特にパノラマ)は、本当にいい思い出になりました。

帰りは、宿泊宿とは別の宿に降ろしてもらい、日帰りで温泉にもつかれリフレッシュ出来ました。

また屋久島に行く機会がある時は、お願いしたいです。
ありがとうございました。

I signed up for a plan without rental. At first, I thought it might be a bit expensive compared to other tours, but since the price includes the bus fare, it actually felt comparable or even cheaper. With the appropriate advice and pace, I was able to reach Jomon Sugi safely. I definitely couldn't have done it alone. If you're considering whether to hire a guide, I strongly recommend that you do. Not hiring one would be a loss, in my opinion.

レンタルなしのプランを申し込みました。
はじめは他のツアーと比較すると少し高めかなと思いもしましたが、バス代込みの値段とのことで同等or寧ろ安く感じました。
適切なアドバイス、ペースで無事縄文杉まで行くことができました。1人では絶対無理でした。
ガイドつけようか悩んでいる人は絶対つけた方がいいです。つけない方が損だと思います。

Thank you for your consideration in helping us meet the Jomon Sugi safely. We, in our prime, managed to do our best!

We almost missed the pickup bus, and I apologize for any inconvenience caused. I sincerely apologize.

無事に縄文杉に会えるように配慮してくださってありがとうございます。
妙齢な私たちも頑張れました！

ピックアップのバスには乗り遅れそうになり、ご迷惑をおかけしました。
心からお詫び申し上げます。

I was grateful to the guide throughout the trip. More than seeing the Jomon Sugi, I was moved by the fact that we were able to go and come back safely. Of course, the Jomon Sugi was breathtaking. The explanations were very insightful, and the pacing was just right, so I didn't have any muscle soreness the next day. If I have the opportunity again, I would appreciate your guidance.

終始ガイドさんに感謝でした。
縄文杉を見れたことより、無事に行って戻って来れたことに感動でした。もちろん縄文杉は圧巻でした。
腑に落ちるような解説やペース配分がかなり良く、翌日も筋肉痛になりませんでした。
また機会がありましたらよろしくお願いいたします。

I was worried about my mother's stamina, but thanks to Hirata-san, we were able to see the Jomon Sugi safely. They were very considerate about the walking pace, breaks, and even the locations of restrooms, which made us feel very secure while walking. Additionally, there were various explanations along the way, making it a memorable experience. Thank you very much.

母の体力がもつか心配していましたが、平田さんのおかげで無事に縄文杉を見ることができました。
歩くペースや休憩、トイレの場所まで細やかに配慮していただき、とても安心して歩くことができました。
また、道中のさまざまな解説もあり、思い出に残る時間になりました。
本当にありがとうございました。

The forecast predicted clear skies in the morning. While walking, I started to sweat, and when I took a break, the weather felt refreshing. It felt like water was overflowing from everywhere, nourishing the earth. I saw the stumps of cedar trees cut down by humans, and it was a powerful reminder of nature's ability to regenerate. The view from Taiko Rock was breathtaking. I truly felt the life of Yakushima. Since it was during Golden Week, there were quite a few people, but I was glad I made the trip.

午前中は晴れ予報。歩いていると汗ばみ、休憩するとひんやりする天気でした。至るところから水が溢れ、大地を潤している、そんな感覚でした。人間が切り落とした杉の切り株、そこから再生しようとする自然の力、太鼓岩からの景色も圧巻。屋久島の命を感じました。ゴールデンウィーク中だったので人は多めでしたが足を運んで良かったと思いました。

I was wondering how it would be during the busy GW period with 10 hours of tracking, but the guide's navigation was spot on, and I didn't have any trouble finding restrooms. I was able to see not only the Wilson tree but also the main Jomon Sugi in abundance! On the way back, just before reaching the goal, I was welcomed by a heavy rain that truly felt like Yakushima. It turned out to be a day where I was really glad I went to Yakushima. My legs were exhausted, but I still made sure to visit Shiratani Unsuikyo the next day.

GWの混雑期かつ10時間のトラッキングでどーなるのかと思ってましたがらガイドさんのナビゲーションが的確で、トイレに困ることもなく、ウィルソン株はもちろん、メインの縄文杉もたっぷり見ることができました‼️帰りはゴール直前にこれぞ屋久島という大雨に歓迎され、本当に屋久島行ってよかったと思える一日になりました。脚はボロボロでしたが、翌日も白谷雲水峡にしっかり行ってきました。

I debated for a long time whether to hire a guide or go on my own, and I ended up making a reservation. In the end, hiring a guide was definitely the right choice. The pacing, encouragement, conversation, and service were all top-notch. The miso soup during lunch and the hojicha served during the coffee break were refreshing! Thank you for the wonderful memories.

ガイドさんをつけるか自力で行くかどうか直前まで悩みに悩み、予約しました。
結果、ガイドさんをつけて大正解でした。
ペース配分や声掛け、トークにサービス、どれをとっても最高でした。
お昼ご飯でのお吸い物、コーヒーブレイクで提供してくださったほうじ茶、体に染みました！
素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。

The explanation of Yakushima's nature was based on rich knowledge and experience, making for a truly wonderful time and experience. I could sense a hint of sarcasm in the way the words were delivered, but that was also quite interesting.

屋久島の自然を豊かな知識と経験に基づいて解説してくださり、とても素晴らしい時間、体験になりました。
言葉の端々に斜に構えたところが伺われましたが、それもまた面白かったです。

I participated in this as a solo traveler. I was anxious since I had no trekking experience, but the members on the day I joined were mostly inexperienced as well, and the guide maintained a slow and steady pace that made it easy to walk. There were five people in my group.

The guide took photos at the main spots and even provided miso soup during lunch (which I think depends on the guide), so they were very attentive and accommodating.

1人旅で参加しました。トレッキング経験がなく不安でしたが、私が参加した日のメンバーはほぼ未経験で、ガイドさんのペースもゆっくり一定で歩きやすかったです。1グループ5名でした。

主要スポットで写真を撮ってくださったりお昼ごはんのときにお味噌汁をくれたり(ガイドさんによると思います)、至れり尽くせりでした。

I usually don't have any mountain climbing experience, so I was worried, but I was able to participate enjoyably! The guide shared interesting trivia about the Yakusugi trees along the way, which I found fascinating!

普段、登山経験がなくて心配でしたが
楽しく参加できました！
ガイドさんが途中途中で、屋久杉の雑学などをお話ししていただいて興味深かったです！