All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

I joined the tour as a solo traveler. January and February are completely off-season, so there were very few people, which was great. Perhaps due to the mild winter, I was able to enjoy it without being hindered by snow!

The Jomon Sugi tour was guided by a guide named Kyoku, and there were just three of us, including another female university student, making for a very enjoyable trekking experience. The explanations were very detailed, and I learned a lot about Yakushima and Jomon Sugi. The guide was always attentive to our pace and would warn us in advance about slippery areas, which provided an overwhelming sense of security!♡ I heard that during the summer season, there are long lines at Wilson's stump, but since there were no crowds, I was happy to be able to try taking pictures multiple times until I got the ones I liked.

On the second day, we went to Shiratani Unsuikyo. The guide was the oldest in Yakushima, but he moved lightly and initially planned to take us only to the mossy forest, yet he ended up taking us all the way to Taiko Rock. He has been guiding for 30 years and mentioned that the early morning is the best time for Shiratani Unsuikyo. We reached Taiko Rock before anyone else and enjoyed the view. By the time we started descending, fog rolled in, and I thought to myself how impressive it was to have such an experienced guide.

While Jomon Sugi is a must-see, in terms of simply beautiful scenery, Shiratani Unsuikyo was incredibly stunning as well. It became the best memory of Yakushima. Thank you very much!

女1人で参加したのでツアーに申し込みました。1月2月は完全にオフシーズンで、人も少なくて非常に良かったです。暖冬の影響からか雪で足場を取られることもなく楽しめました！

縄文杉ツアーは局さんというガイドさんで、もう1人大学四年生の女の子と一緒で合計3人で非常に楽しいトレッキングでした。解説が非常にきめ細やかだったのと、屋久島に関して、縄文杉に関しての情報を色々と教えて下さりました。またペース配分が問題ないか常に気にかけてくださったり、滑りやすそうなところでは事前に注意を呼びかけたりしてくださって圧倒的安心感がございました！！♡ウィルソン株等は夏のシーズンは長蛇の列ができるみたいですが、人がいなかったので何回も何回も気にいる写真が撮れるまでトライできたのも嬉しかったです。

2日目は白谷雲水峡に行きました。屋久島のガイドさんで最高齢というガイドさんでしたが、足取りは軽く、当初は苔むすの森までだったはずが、太鼓岩まで連れてっていって下さりました。既にガイドを30年やられているということで、白谷雲水峡は朝一が一番良いと言われ、誰よりも早く太鼓岩に到達し眺めを堪能できました。下山する頃になると、霧が出てきてさすがベテランガイドさんだなと思いました。


縄文杉も外せないですが、単純な綺麗な景色！という意味では白谷雲水峡もとてつもなく綺麗でした。。最高の屋久島の思い出になりました。ありがとうございました！！

We participated on January 2nd. Although it was the New Year, we were the only participants. There were probably only about 20 people on the mountain, so it felt like we had the place to ourselves. We could walk at our own pace and really appreciated the guide's explanations. I think winter is recommended since the hiking trails can get congested in the summer. I haven't done much hiking, but I had prepared to some extent, so I didn't experience any muscle soreness. It might be tough for those who don't exercise at all. It's better to have rain gear because you never know when it might rain.

1/2に参加。年始でしたが参加者は私たちのみ。山自体もおそらく20人ほどしかおらず、貸切状態。ゆっくり自分たちのペースで歩け、しっかり説明も聞けてやはりガイドさんのありがたみを感じました。夏は登山道も渋滞するらしいので冬、おすすめだと思いました。登山ほとんどしたことないですがある程度事前準備をしていたので筋肉痛とかもなし。全く運動しない方にはしんどいかもです。雨具はあった方がいいです。雨はいつ降るかわからないです。

I was able to get there relatively easily. It was tough because it started to rain, but the forest, wet from the rain, was very beautiful.

比較的簡単にたどり着きました。
雨が降ってきて大変だったけど、雨で濡れた森はとても美しかったです。

It was tough walking the whole way, but I was able to see deer and monkeys, and I was moved by the large trees along the path, so I enjoyed it without getting bored. The fog was so thick that I couldn't see Jomon Sugi clearly, but it was divine and amazing.

ひたすら歩いて大変だったけど、鹿や猿を見つけたり、道中にある大木に感動したり、飽きることなく楽しめました。
霧がすごくて縄文杉をはっきり見ることはできなかったけど、神々しくて最高でした。

I went trekking in early January. The weather was clear. Since it was right after the winter break, the area was very quiet, and I was able to climb at a leisurely pace, almost having the place to myself. I had previously climbed to the Forest of the Mononoke in September, and this time I climbed to Taiko Rock. The guide was very knowledgeable and shared stories from the locals, making for a very enjoyable experience. The mossy forest was beautiful, with sunlight filtering through in places due to the clear weather.

When I reached Taiko Rock, the clear weather provided a fantastic view, and I couldn't help but shout "Yahoo!" It was great to learn that there are certain directions where the echo comes back easily. The guide even showed me poses for taking recommended photos and listened to me as if it were a life consultation. Thank you so much for that! I would love to climb again someday during the cherry blossom season.

1月上旬にトレッキングしました。天気は晴れ。冬休み明けだったこともあり、非常にすいていてほとんど独占状態でゆっくり登ることができました。白谷雲水峡は９月に一度もののけの森まで登っており、今回は太鼓岩まで登りました。ガイドの方が非常に詳しく、地元の方の話まで交えながら教えてくださり、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。晴れていたことで、苔むす森も所々光が射していてとても美しかったです。
たどり着いた太鼓岩は天気が晴れだったこともあり、非常に見晴らしがよく、思わず「やっほー！」と叫んでしまいました。やまびこが返ってきやすい方向があるようなので教えてもらえて良かったです✨あちこちでおすすめの写真を撮るポーズまで教えてくださったり、半ば人生相談のようなことまで聞いてくださったり本当にありがとうございました。またいつか桜の咲く季節に是非のぼってみたいと思います。

I was a bit anxious the day before the full day of mountain climbing, but once we started, thanks to our guide Kodama's thorough explanations and appropriate breaks, everything went smoothly! Despite the unfortunate weather, we were able to visit Jomon Sugi and Taiko Rock, which became wonderful memories! I was very happy to take a lot of photos at the photo spots! The next day I had muscle soreness, so I really think it was good to do it all in one day!

丸一日の山登りということで前日は少し不安もありましたが、いざ始まってみるとガイドのこだまさんの丁寧な説明と適度な休憩でスムーズに進むことができました！！あいにくのお天気でしたが縄文杉も太鼓岩にも行くことができいい思い出になりました！写真スポットでたくさん写真をたくさん撮っていただけたのがとても嬉しかったです！翌日は筋肉痛になったのでやはり1日にまとめて良かったと思いました！

I participated in a day trip to Jomon Sugi and a day trip to Shiratani Unsuikyo (Taiko Rock).

The guide was very kind and friendly, making it easy for me to join even though it was my first time trekking. Not only did they teach me a lot about Yakushima, but they also provided thoughtful snacks along the way, which I truly appreciated!

In early January, there were no other people around (I only encountered a total of 9 people), and I was able to spend time surrounded by nature, creating unforgettable memories. I highly recommend visiting Yakushima during the off-season!

縄文杉1日→白谷雲水峡1日(太鼓岩)に参加しました。

ガイドさんがとても優しく親切な方で
トレッキングがはじめてでも安心して参加できました。
屋久島のことをたくさん教えてくださるのはもちろんのこと
道中の軽食の気遣いなどもたくさんいただき、本当にありがたかったです!!

1月上旬で人が誰もいなくて(すれ違った人はなんと全部で9人)
自然だけに囲まれて過ごすことができ、忘れられない思い出になりました。
オフシーズンの屋久島、とってもお勧めです!!

I was a bit anxious about the all-day tour starting early in the morning, but thanks to our guide, Mr. Takahashi, I was able to enjoy trekking at a comfortable pace with my fellow tour members while listening to information about Yakushima and an iPhone workshop!
The miso soup and coffee during our breaks were also very delicious!

I think it's possible to go on your own, but having a guide is definitely safer, and you can learn a lot about Yakushima. Next time I go, I want to visit Mount Miyanoura, so I hope to book again then!

早朝から丸一日掛けてのツアーに不安がありましたが、アクティブ高橋さん(笑）のガイドのおかげで、屋久島の事やi-Phone講座に耳を傾けながら同じツアー仲間の方々と程よいペースでのトレッキングを楽しむ事ができました！
(´▽｀)
あ！休憩時の味噌汁とコーヒー等はとっても美味しかったです！

個人で行く事もできると思いましたが、やはりガイドさんがいた方が安全ですし、屋久島の事をたくさん学べると思います。
今度行く時は宮之浦岳に行きたいので、その時はまたお願いします( ^^)

On New Year's Day, we visited Jomon Sugi, and the following day, we went to Taiko Rock. Both days were blessed with sunny weather, and the guide's explanations were thorough and very easy to understand. I believe they were also very considerate of the participants' health and well-being.

Jomon Sugi:
Thanks to the guide's quick thinking, we were able to see the first sunrise from the bridge. Even though it was sunny, being January, the miso soup provided by the guide during lunch was a comforting warmth.

Taiko Rock:
The day before, there were three groups with seven people, but on this day, it was just our family, making it essentially a private tour. We were able to bond over topics other than trekking, and having the same guide for two consecutive days made the long journey feel quick.

If I have the opportunity to visit Yakushima again, I would definitely like to request the same guide. For example, I think it would be great if there was a guide selection system for repeat participants. Yakushima Tourist Station, please consider this!

元旦初日が縄文杉　翌日太鼓岩　でした。
両日ともに晴れの天気に恵まれ、ガイドさんの説明は丁寧でとても解り易く、ツアー参加者への体調等の配慮も充分だったと思います。

縄文杉：
ガイドさんの機転で橋から初日の出を見れました。晴れてはいても流石に１月なので、お昼のお弁当の時にガイドさんが提供してくださったお味噌汁はほっとする温かさでした。

太鼓岩：
前日は３グループ７名でしたが、この日は我が家だけで、実質プライベートツアーになりました。トレッキング以外の話題で盛り上がったりと、２日連続でガイドをしていただけると打ち解けて長い道のりもあっという間でした。

また屋久島にくる機会があったなら、是非同じガイドさんにお願いしたいです。例えば、２回目以降の参加者にはガイドさん指名システムがあったらいいなと思いますが、、。屋久島道の駅観光さん検討して下さい！

It was quite physically challenging for someone like me who lacks exercise, but the sense of accomplishment was amazing! The guide and the staff were also wonderful, and I had a fantastic time. Thank you very much.

運動不足の私には体力的にはかなりキツかったですが、達成感は最高でした！
またガイドさんや関係者の方々も良い方で素晴らしい時を過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました。

Thanks to the veteran guide, I was able to reach Jomon Sugi with peace of mind!! Thank you very much＾＾

ベテランのガイドさんによるガイドで、安心して縄文杉までたどり着けました！！
ありがとうございました＾＾

I experienced trekking in Shiratani Unsuikyo during my first visit to Yakushima, and thanks to the guide accompanying us, we were able to hike at a comfortable pace. The guide also provided explanations about the highlights at each point, which made the trekking even more enjoyable.

初めての屋久島観光で白谷雲水峡トレッキングを体験しましたが、ガイド同行のおかげで余裕あるペースで登山できました。またガイドさんから各ポイントで見所について説明があり、よりトレッキングを楽しめました。

At first, I thought about going without a guide, but I believe it was the right decision to have one! The guide informed us about pacing, restroom breaks, and rest times in advance, which motivated us with "just a little more to go!" 😊 It was also great that, even when traveling in a group, the guide could take photos of all of us together. The bus was direct, so there was no hassle of transfers, allowing us to relax both going and coming back! I slipped on a rock and injured myself right after we started heading back from seeing Jomon Sugi, but the guide quickly rushed over to help, and even in moments when I felt my spirits dropping, they encouraged me multiple times, making the descent enjoyable!

始めはガイドさんをつけないで行こうかと思っていましたがガイドつけて正解だったと思ってます！
ペース配分、トイレや休憩のタイミングを事前に教えてくれるのであともうちょっと！と励みになりました(^^)
複数で行ってもガイドさんがいたら全員で写真も撮ってもらえるのも良かったです☆
バスも直行だったので乗り換える手間もなく行きも帰りも車内でゆっくり出来ました！
縄文杉を見て折り返しが始まってすぐに岩で足を滑らせて怪我をしてしまいましたが、ガイドさんがすぐに駆け寄ってきてくれたし、テーション下がってしまいそうな場面で何度も声をかけてくれて楽しく下山することが出来ました！

I participated alone, but the guide was kind, and I made friends from Shanghai, so I had a great time! I highly recommend the Jomon Sugi tour!

一人での参加だったのですが、ガイドさんも親切で、上海からのお友達もでき、とても楽しめました！
縄文杉ツアーおすすめです♪

It was my first trekking experience as I turned 60. I got used to my trekking shoes and climbed Mount Daimonji, but I felt anxious. The guide appropriately guided me and the entire group while considering everyone's situation, allowing us to conquer both courses. Thank you very much! It was tough, but I am very satisfied. Next time, I want to lose a little more weight and improve my flexibility. I heard that a 92-year-old person completed it... I want to prepare well so I can enjoy it with my grandchild.

還暦を迎えて、ほぼ初めてのトレッキングでした。トレッキングシューズを慣らしたり、大文字山に登ってみたり…はしましたが不安でした。
ガイドさんが、私を含めメンバー全体の状況を見ながら適切に案内して下さったので両コースを制覇(?)出来ました。ありがとうございました❗
しんどかったですが、とても満足しています。次回は、もう少し体重を落として…柔軟性を高めておきたいと思います。
92歳の方が制覇されたとか…。孫と参加出来る様に、十分な準備をして楽しみたいと思います。

My first long trek was a challenge, but I was able to enjoy it while being healed by the beauty of the forest. Since it was my long-awaited trip to Yakushima, it was a very good experience.

However, it's unfortunate that the experience can vary greatly depending on the guide, so I have to give it a ☆-1. The guide on the first day seemed very friendly when I spoke to him on the phone, but once we started walking, he didn't pay much attention to those behind him. We only took a proper break to sit down twice on the way to Jomon Sugi (once quite early on and once for a restroom break). Other guides seemed to stop and explain various things, but we were just passed by.

He mentioned that we would take photos on the way back, so I thought the explanations would happen then, but in the end, we didn't take time for either. Despite some people lagging behind and looking tired, there was hardly any advice given, and instead of caring for us, it felt like we were being rushed. As a beginner in trekking, I was unsure of what to do since I had requested a guide.

The guide on the second day was completely different; he provided a lot of explanations about the plants and advice on how to walk, which gave me a great sense of security. He also took many photos for us.

Of course, it's natural for each guide to have their own characteristics, and there must be a pace to maintain for completing the trek, so I understand that to some extent. However, I would have appreciated at least some explanations while moving without stopping. Since we can't choose our guides, I won't mention any names, but after reading other people's experiences, it seems like many had similar experiences with the same guide, so I guess it's just a matter of luck when signing up.

長時間のトレッキングは初挑戦でしたが、森の美しさに癒されながら楽しんで戻ってくることができました。
念願の屋久島だったのでとても良い経験でした。

ただ、ガイドさんによって随分感じが変わってしまうのが残念なので☆－１です。
１日目の方はお電話で話した際はとても気さくな印象でしたが、
いざ歩き出すとあまり後ろを気にしてくれず、縄文杉までの片道でしっかり座って休んだのは２回（１回はかなり序盤、１回はトイレ休憩）のみ。ほかのガイドさんは立ち止まっていろいろ説明してくれているようでしたが、スルーでした。
写真も帰りに撮りますとおっしゃっていたので、説明も帰りながらなのかなと思いましたが、結局どちらも時間を取ることなく。
疲れて遅れ気味の人がいるにも関わらずアドバイスもほとんどなく、ケアをしてくれるどころか急かすような感じで、登山素人だからガイドさんをお願いしているのにちょっとどうしていいかわからなかったです。
２日目のガイドさんは全く違って、植物の説明や歩き方のアドバイスなど沢山いただきましたし、遅れ気味の人をガイドさんのすぐ後ろにするなど非常に安心感がありました。写真も沢山撮ってくださいました。

もちろんガイドさんにそれぞれ特徴があるのは当然でしょうし、踏破するためのペース配分というものがあるのでしょうから仕方ないとは思いますが、せめて止まらずに進む説明などは欲しかったです。ガイドさんを選べないのでお名前は伏せますが、他の方の体験談も拝読すると同じ方なんだろうなーというのがいくつもありましたので、その辺りは運だと思って申し込むしかないんでしょう。

I participated with three friends from university. The weather was great both days, making it perfect for trekking.

On the first day’s trek to Jomon Sugi, after passing the long trolley path, I unfortunately cramped my left leg during the steep ascent, and I wondered if I would make it to Jomon Sugi. However, the guide provided me with a herbal remedy that is good for cramps, and somehow I managed to reach Jomon Sugi and return within the time limit! I am truly grateful. Also, the instant miso soup during lunch was warm and soothing for my tired body from the hike.

I really felt it was a good decision to join a guided tour. On the second day at Taiko Rock, I wondered if I could go due to the fatigue from the previous day, but after a good night’s sleep, I felt much better. It was certainly challenging, but I managed to complete the itinerary. I’m really glad I participated!

大学時代の友人達と３人で参加しました。
２日間とも非常にいい天気で、トレッキングには絶好の日和でした。
1日目の縄文杉トレッキングでは、長かったトロッコ道を過ぎ、キツイ登りに
なったところで、不覚にも左足がつってしまい、縄文杉までたどり着けるか？と思った局面があったのですが、ガイドさんが足がつったときに飲むといい漢方薬をくださり、なんとか縄文杉までたどり着くことができ、時間内に戻ってくることができました！感謝しかありません。また、昼食時のインスタントですが、お味噌汁があったかくて登山で疲れた身体には癒しになりました。
ガイドありのツアーに申し込んで本当に良かったと思いました。
2日目の太鼓岩は前日の疲労から行けるか？と思ったのですが、一晩じっくり寝たら大分疲労も回復し、もちろんしんどくはありましたが、なんとか行程をこなせました。参加して本当に良かったです！

I had heard that the weather in the mountains is different from that at the base, but it was clear all day! This year, since there were no typhoons, the autumn leaves were stunning, and the view from Taiko Rock was absolutely fantastic. It was worth the effort to climb up. I was very satisfied with all the photos the guide took for us.

山の天候はふもととは違うと聞いていましたが、この日は1日快晴！今年は台風が来なかったため紅葉もバッチリということで太鼓岩からの眺めがとっても良かったです。苦労して登ってきたかいがありました。ガイドさんに沢山写真もとってもらって大満足でした。

We came to Yakushima for a 3-night, 4-day trip with 7 members who had previously gone mountain climbing together. The group consists of members in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and the eldest is 79 years old. There was a strong desire among the members to visit Yakushima for the last time in their lives, which led to the planning of this tour. With both first-timers and those who had visited 2 or 3 times, we struggled to decide on a destination and ended up signing up for a one-day island tour of Yakushima.

We were surprised when the guide came to pick us up at the guesthouse. A foreign guide in Japan?? However, they provided attentive service and offered fascinating explanations about the mangrove trees that grow in seawater, the rare species, the beach where sea turtles lay their eggs, and we walked through the woods in light rain to see the thousand-year-old cedar at Shiratani Unsuikyo, where we had lunch. The Yakushima macaques, which are not afraid of humans, and the slightly smaller Yakushima deer were also introduced to us. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their first experience in Yakushima. Finally, we soaked in the ocean hot spring, creating wonderful memories.

私たちは以前に山登りをやっていたメンバー7名3泊4日で屋久島へ来ました。
79歳を筆頭に、70代・60代・50代のメンバーです。メンバーの中からどうしても人生最後に屋久島に行きたいと言う声が上がり企画したツアーでした。初めての方、2・3回目の方の参加で行く場所に悩み屋久島の1日島内観光ツアー
に申し込みました。最初民宿に迎えに来られたガイドさんに驚きました。日本で外人のガイドさん？？とでも細やかな対応で、興味深い説明、海水で育つマングローブの樹と珍しい種、ウミガメが産卵する浜、小雨の中、木々の中を歩いて千年杉まで行き昼食を食べた白谷雲水峡、人間を怖がらない屋久さる、少し小さい屋久鹿、説明を交えて案内して下さいました。みんなが初めての屋久島を堪能しました。最後に海中温泉に入り、とてもいい思い出が出来ました。

I was anxious because it was raining, but the guide taught us how to enjoy it in our own way, and I was very satisfied! Since we walk quite a bit, I feel that the level of satisfaction can really vary depending on the guide's abilities.

雨が降って不安でしたが、雨なりの楽しみ方もガイドさんに教えてもらい非常に満足でした！けっこう長く歩くのでガイドさんの力量次第で満足度もけっこう変わる気がします。

I joined this tour because I wanted to see the world of Princess Mononoke. Personally, I preferred the path to Shiratani Unsuikyo over the journey to Jomon Sugi. The guide was kind and very helpful, which I appreciated. However, I wish I could have heard a bit more about Yakushima. Thanks to the rain the day before, the moss was beautifully wet. Since there were other participants, I actually wanted to stay longer and take in the forest, but it was a shame that I couldn't stay that long. We went to Taiko Rock, and luckily the view that day was very good. Overall, I was satisfied with this tour. If you want to take more photos and have a more leisurely trip, I think a private guide would be better.

もののけ姫の世界が見たくて、このツアーに参加しました。個人的には縄文杉までの道のりよりも、白谷雲水峡までの方が好きでした。ガイドの方も優しくたくさんお世話してくださり助かりました。ただ、もう少し屋久島の話が聞けるとよかったかなと思います。前日の雨のおかげで、苔が雨に濡れてとても綺麗でした。他の参加者の方もいたため、本当はもっとじっくりその場に留まって森を見ていたかったのですが、そこまで滞在ができなかったのが残念です。太鼓岩まで行きましたがその日は運良く眺めもとてもよく、全体を通してこのツアーには満足です。もっと写真をとったり、じっくりゆっくりする旅がよければ、プライベートガイドが良いかなと思いました。

I finally got to visit Yakushima, a place I've always wanted to go. As a beginner in mountain climbing, I signed up for this tour. Normally, you can only reach the Arakawa trailhead by bus, but this tour picked me up from my accommodation and took me directly to the trailhead by charter bus without needing to switch buses, which was very convenient. The guide was friendly, and even though I participated alone, they actively engaged with me, allowing everyone to enjoy the climb together. During the trekking, I learned about not only Yakushima but also the lives of various participants, which was enlightening! The guide was also happy to take photos for us. The miso soup served during lunch was very delicious. On the way back, I was quite exhausted and had much less energy to talk than on the way there, but I truly felt it was worth it. The scenery leading up to Jomon Sugi was all wonderful. I would like to return in a different season, and I would love to use this tour again!

人生で一度は行ってみたかった屋久島へ。登山初心者の為このツアーを申し込みました。通常では荒川登山口まではバスで行くしかないそうですが、このツアーは宿に迎えに来てくれ、そのままバスに乗り換えせずに登山口までチャターバスで連れて行ってくれ、とても便利でした。ガイドの方もフレンドリーで、私は一人での参加でしたが、積極的に話しかけてくださり、他の参加者の方とみんなで楽しく登山をする事ができました。トレッキング中は屋久島の話以外にも、いろいろな方の人生が聞けて、勉強になりました！ガイドの方は写真撮影も快くしてくれました。お弁当の時間に出していただいたお味噌汁がとてもおいしかったです。帰りは疲労で大変で、話す気力も行きよりだいぶなくなりましたが、笑本当に行ってよかったです。縄文杉にたどり着くまでの景色も全てが素晴らしかったです。また違う季節に戻ってきたいと思います。その際も、このツアーを利用したいです！

We were guided by Mr. Sasaki, who is said to have over 1,000 mountain climbing experiences. In a slightly chilly spot, he made us freshly prepared miso soup with iriko, which warmed our hearts. He also had creative ways to keep the trekking interesting. We are grateful that he led eight of us, each with different paces, on the 22 km journey and that we all returned safely! Thank you for your care and support.

1,000回以上登山経験があると言われる佐々木さんに案内頂きました
少し寒く感じられるところで、出来立てもイリコ出しのお味噌汁を作って下さり心から温まり、トレッキングを飽きさせないような工夫もあり、
22kmもの道のりをペースの異なる8名を引っ張り全員無事帰ってこれて感謝です！お世話になり有難うございました。

I participated with my husband. Neither of us usually goes trekking, so we had some concerns, but we managed to get through the two days. We chose a tour for peace of mind. We thought we wouldn't be able to decide whether to continue or turn back in bad weather. As a result, the first day was sunny, and the second day had light rain, but I was glad we had a guide for the Taiko Rock course on the second day, as the route was quite complicated. We were able to take beautiful photos at the photo spots, and we heard various stories along the way. It was a tour that exceeded our expectations for peace of mind.

旦那さんと参加しました。2人とも普段はトレッキングしないので、少し不安な部分もありましたが、２日間なんとか乗り切ることが出来ました。ツアーにしたのは、安心料でした。天候が悪いとき、奥に進むのか？引き返すのか？自分たちでは判断出来ないと考えました。結果、１日目は晴天、２日目は小雨でしたが、２日目の太鼓岩コースは結構道順が複雑でガイドさんを付けて良かったと思いました。写真スポットでは綺麗な写真を取っていただけ、道中に色々とお話を聞かせていただけ、安心料以上の満足するツアーでした。

The rain started unexpectedly. The weather forecast doesn't hold true in Yakushima. The moss and trees, wet from the rain, looked vibrant and beautiful. There was some mist, which created a fantastic atmosphere. I couldn't see Taiko Rock because it was dangerous due to the slippery conditions from the rain. The guides I passed all said, "It's tough!" and I really started to worry if I could make it to the end, but I pushed through. My knees, back, and hips are all sore, and I don't even know how to care for them. It might not be suitable for those who want to take photos slowly.

予報外れの雨スタート。屋久島では天気予報は当たりません。雨に濡れた苔や木々は生き生きしててキレイでした。霧やら出てきてましたけど、幻想的な雰囲気で素敵でした。太鼓岩は雨で滑ると危険だからと見られずΣ(ノд<)すれ違うガイドさんみんなから「大変だ～」って言われるくらい過酷なコースで、本当に最後まで歩ききれるのか不安になりましたが、やりきりました～。膝やら腰やら股関節やら痛いところだらけで、どうケアしたらいいかわからないくらい。写真ゆっくりとりたい方には不向きかもしれません。

I participated with two friends. The weather forecast was wrong, and it poured rain from the morning without stopping, so we couldn't go to Taiko Rock due to safety concerns, and I have almost no photos from Shiratani Unsuikyo. However, I don't think I'll ever walk on such a dark, rainy mountain path again, so it was a good experience.

I'm a notorious rain person, but our guide, Mr. Shimozono from the roadside station, made it fun by joking around, and we walked for nearly 12 hours happily. Mr. Shimozono is a native of Yakushima and has witnessed the changes on the island, so it was enjoyable to ask him questions and hear his stories.

For lunch, he even boiled water and served us miso soup! Even after the rain stopped, it was still foggy and cold, so it really warmed us up. Mr. Shimozono walked without wearing rain gear and just held an umbrella, yet he didn't get wet at all, and hardly got caught on branches... it was amazing!

I highly recommend walking for 12 hours with Mr. Shimozono!

友人と3人で参加しました。
天気予報が外れて朝から土砂降りで、しかも全然止まなくて、危険だということで太鼓岩には行くことが出来ず、白谷雲水峡はほぼ写真がないです。
でもこんな真っ暗闇で土砂降りな山道を歩くこともきっとないと思うので、いい経験でした。
わたしはすごい雨女なのですが、ガイドの道の駅観光の下園さんも色々いじってくれたので、12時間近く楽しく歩けました。
下園さんは生粋の屋久島の方だそうで、屋久島の移り変わりを見てきた方なので、色々質問すると話してくださって楽しかったです。
お昼はお湯をわかしてお味噌汁も出してくださいました！
雨は止んでも霧がすごくて寒かったので、とても身体に染みました。
下園さんは、レインウェアを着用せず、ずっと傘をさして歩いてましたが、全然濡れてないし、枝にもほとんど引っかかってませんでした・・・スゴすぎる！！
ぜひ下園さんとともに、12時間歩いて見てください！！

It was tough, but it became a great memory for us as a couple. By pushing through to the end, I feel like I can tackle life ahead. I was also amazed by the stamina of our guide in their late 60s. Thank you very much.

大変でしたが、夫婦の良い思い出になりました。最後まで頑張れたことで、これからの人生も頑張れそうです。60代後半ガイドさんの体力にも驚きました。ありがとうございました。

Upon arrival at Yakushima Airport, the staff came to the airport for a meeting and provided guidance on what to prepare and the pickup location for the day. Since it was the middle of a three-day weekend, there were many participants in the tour. The large bus was almost full. We were divided into groups of about eight, with one guide assigned to each group. It was a fulfilling trekking experience with explanations of various highlights and appropriate breaks. The instant miso soup we had for lunch was very delicious.

屋久島空港到着時に、スタッフの方が打ち合わせに空港まで来てくれて、準備する物や当日のピックアップ場所などの案内をして下さいました。
三連休の中日だったため、ツアー参加者は大勢。大型バスがほぼ満席になっていました。８人づつ程のグループに分かれ、ガイドさんが一人づつ付いて下さいました。いろいろ見どころの説明をしながら、適度な休憩もとりながら、充実したトレッキングとなりました。昼食時にいただいた、インスタント味噌汁はとてもおいしかったです。

I was anxious about snorkeling for the first time, but they carefully taught us how to use the equipment and swim, making it easy to understand even for beginners. Unfortunately, we couldn't encounter any sea turtles due to bad weather the day before, but I was moved by the many beautiful fish we saw.

My mother panicked as soon as she dove in and wanted to give up, but since we were the only two participants, they took the time to guide us slowly in the shallow water, adjusting to our pace, which allowed us to enjoy the experience until the end.

I was also very happy with the free photo service. I was considering renting a camera, but I learned from reviews that they would take photos for us. They captured both videos and photos, which made for wonderful memories!

Additionally, although it wasn't related to snorkeling, while we were chatting at the shop afterward, they provided us with other sightseeing information. We initially planned to just return the next day, but thanks to their suggestions, we were able to make different plans and visit our desired destination. Overall, it was a very enjoyable stay. I want to come back and try to see the sea turtles again! Thank you! (＾ν＾)

初めてのシュノーケルで不安でしたが最初に道具の使い方や泳ぎ方を丁寧に教えてくださり、初めてでも分かりやすかったです。残念ながら前日の天候が悪くウミガメには出会えませんでしたがたくさんのキレイなお魚をみることができ感動しました。

母が潜ってすぐパニックになり諦めると申し出たのですが体験者が私たち2人だけだったのもあり浅瀬でもう一度ゆっくり指導してくださり、私たちのペースに合わせて進んでくださったおかけで無事に最後まで楽しむことが出来ました。

また写真の無料サービスもとても嬉しかったです。カメラをレンタルしようと考えていたのですが口コミで写真を撮って頂けることを知りました。動画と写真の両方を撮っていただけたので思い出に残るのでいいなと思いました！

またシュノーケルとは関係ないのですが終わってからお店で話をしているときに他の観光情報など教えてくださり、次の日は帰るだけの予定でしたが違う予定を立てられ目的地に行くことできました。それも含めてとても楽しい滞在になりました。またウミガメに会いにリベンジしたいです！ありがとうございました（＾ν＾）　

I was blessed with great weather and a wonderful team, allowing me to enjoy a challenging 10-hour trek. The veteran guide skillfully managed the pace and timing, so there were no delays from queues at photo spots or waiting for restrooms, which allowed us to take our time at Wilson's stump and Jomon Sugi. On the return trip along the trolley path, I also encountered Yakushima monkeys and Yakushima deer, creating wonderful memories. The recommended sightseeing spots introduced by the guide for the following day were also excellent, and I thoroughly enjoyed the great nature of Yakushima for the second time in two years.

天候にもチームにも恵まれ、10時間のハードなトレッキングを楽しめました。ベテランガイドさんがペース配分や時間をうまく誘導して下さり、写真スポットでの行列やトイレ待ちなどのロスもなく、おかげでウィルソン株や縄文杉ではゆっくりすることができました。帰りのトロッコ道で屋久猿・屋久鹿にも出会え、すばらしい思い出になりました。ガイドさんに紹介していただいた翌日のおすすめ観光スポットもとても良く、二年ぶり二回目の屋久島の大自然を堪能しました