All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

Due to a tsunami warning, our plans were canceled, but they kindly accommodated us on another day, allowing us to finally experience snorkeling in Yakushima! Although we were told there might be some waves and the water could be a bit murky due to the typhoon and tsunami effects, the visibility was still very high, and we saw plenty of fish! We didn't encounter any sea turtles this time, but the owner made a great effort to find them, which left a good impression. I would like to try again when I visit Yakushima.

津波注意報が出たことで中止となってしまったのですが、滞在中の別日の振替を快く受けて下さり念願の屋久島シュノーケルを体験することが出来ました！
台風や津波の影響で少し波があり少し濁ってるかもと言われていたのですが、それでもとても透明度が高く魚も沢山見れました！
海亀には今回会えなかったですが、オーナーさんが一生懸命探して下さっていたのも好印象でした。
また屋久島を訪れる際リベンジしたいと思います。

Since it is a popular course, I think it would normally be difficult for us to take our time and take photos by ourselves. However, thanks to the guide leading us at a comfortable pace, we were able to take photos at the scenic spots along the way (like Wilson Cedar) without being with other guests. During the trekking, the guide also took photos for us like a photographer, allowing us to walk without worrying about taking pictures, which I believe helped us reach our destination, Jomon Cedar, faster. Of course, at Jomon Cedar, we were able to enjoy and take photos freely in a place with hardly anyone around. The guide did not rush us on the way back, and we were able to fully savor the experience. We were also able to progress at our own pace on the way back, which was comfortable. The guide was knowledgeable, and the explanations along the way were enjoyable. I would definitely like to request this guide again next time.

人気コースなので、本来であれば自分たちだけでゆっくりと写真を撮ることが難しいケースであったと思います。ですが、無理のないレベルの早いペースで案内していただいたことで、道中の写真スポット（ウィルソン杉など）ではほかのお客さんと一緒にならずゆったりと写真を撮ることができました。トレッキング中もガイドさんがカメラマンの様に写真をとってくれましたので、途中の撮影を気にせずに歩くことができ目的の縄文杉までの着時間を早められたと思います。もちろん縄文杉のところでも、ほとんど人がいないところで自由にゆっくりと鑑賞＆写真撮影ができました。ガイドさんから帰りをせかされる事もなく、十分に感動を味わう事ができました。帰り道も自分たちのペースで進むことができ、快適でした。知識も豊富で、道中の説明も楽しかったです。次回もぜひお願いしたいガイドさんでした。

The activities were very enjoyable.

The male instructor was a very nice person, and I was able to learn about Yakusugi and the surrounding area.

アクティビティはとても楽しかった。

インストラクターの男性がとても良い人で
屋久杉についてや、辺について学べました。

You created a wonderful atmosphere even before entering the sea. The explanations on land were easy to understand, and I felt safe snorkeling once we were in the water. It was a very rare experience to encounter sea turtles and tiger sharks. You swam gracefully in the water and took many photos of the fish. Thank you very much.

海に入る前から楽しい雰囲気作りがとってもお上手です。陸での説明が分かりやすく、海に入ってからも安心してシュノーケリング出来ました。海亀やタイガーシャークにもあえてとても珍しい経験が出来ました。
海の中を優雅に泳がれていて沢山魚達の写真を撮って下さいました。
ありがとうございました。

Due to the impact of the typhoon, the route to the moss-covered forest is closed due to flooding. We had to quickly change to a shorter route to see the Yayoi Cedar. The guide was a very experienced gentleman in his 70s who provided explanations very thoroughly! I definitely want to take revenge next time I have the opportunity.

台風の影響で増水となったことを受け、苔むす森まで歩くルートが通行止め。急遽弥生杉を見るショートルートに変更になりました。ガイドさんは70台のベテランの方でとても丁寧に説明してくださいました！
次回機会があれば必ずリベンジしたいと思っています。

We participated as a group of six. We left at around 5 AM and returned home after 6 PM, which turned out to be harder than expected, but the sense of accomplishment was immense!

It was a long-distance walk of 22 km, but 80% of it was on a flat cart path, after which we transitioned to a proper mountain climb.

On the day of the tour, due to the influence of a typhoon, we experienced a mix of light rain and heavy downpours, and the temperature dropped. However, I was able to enjoy the walk until the end while keeping pace with the guide and other team members!

Even in the rain, the Jomon Sugi and various other Yakusugi trees looked particularly radiant, and I feel it was a very precious experience!

6人グループでの参加でした。朝5時台に出発し帰宅は18時過ぎと思ったよりハードでしたが、達成感は人一倍でした！
往復22kmの長距離歩行でしたが、8割は平坦なトロッコ道、そこからは本格的な登山に移ります。
当日は台風の影響でしとしと雨とザーザー雨の繰り返しで気温も下がる中でのツアーでしたが、ガイドさん他チームメンバーと歩調を合わせながら最後まで楽しく歩き切ることができました！
雨の中でしたが、一段と縄文杉をはじめ数々の屋久杉の姿は輝いて見え、とても貴重な経験ができたと感じています！

I joined a French traveler who wanted to visit Yakushima, a place I had been to before. This time, they specifically requested a guide, and I served as the interpreter. Trekking while listening to interesting explanations provided just the right short breaks, allowing us to walk at a good pace.

過去にも訪れた屋久島に行きたかったフランス人に同行する形で参加しました。今回は是非ガイドさんを頼んで欲しいと言われて、私がその通訳を。
興味深い説明を聞きながらのトレッキングは、時々ちょうど良い短い休憩にもなってテンポ感よく歩けました。

I couldn't see any sea turtles, but the water clarity was beautiful, and the fish were lovely, so I had a great time! The guide's explanations were easy to understand, which was nice too. 😊

海亀には会えませんでしたが、透明度が綺麗で魚も綺麗ですごく楽しかったです！
ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすくてよかったです(^^)

The day before, I went trekking to Jomon Sugi. The next day, I went to Shiratani Unsuikyo with Mr. Tawaki. I was a bit anxious about participating alone, but he shared many stories about Yakushima, which was very educational. Mr. Tawaki's stamina while talking continuously during the hike was impressive. The lunch was delicious too!

In the afternoon, I tried kayaking for the first time, and I was able to grasp the techniques along the way, which made it really fun. The yomogi mochi and tea we had on the sandy beach were incredibly tasty. I also had the opportunity to try SUP, making it a day filled with satisfaction and excitement. Next time, I want to explore waterfalls, river climbing, and Mount Miyanoura, among other places. Mr. Tawaki taught me all of this...

Thank you very much!

前日に縄文杉トレッキング。翌日に田脇さんと白谷雲水峡。一人参加で少し不安でしたが心ずっと屋久島の色んな話してくれて勉強になりました。登山中ずっとしゃべり続ける田脇さんの心肺能力凄いです。お弁当も美味しかった！
午後からはカヤック初挑戦でしたが、途中からコツもつかめてとっても楽しかったです。砂浜で食べた、よもぎ餅とお茶すごく美味しかったです。SUPも体験させていただき大満足と大感動の1日でした。次回は滝や沢登り宮之浦岳等々まだまだ行きたい所があります。全部田脇さんに教えてもらったのですが…
ありがとうございました！

I was nervous before it started, but thanks to Mr. Harazaki's bright and easy-to-understand explanation, I was able to enjoy snorkeling! The sea was beautiful, and it was fun to swim while looking at the clear water!

始まる前までドキドキだったけど、原崎さんの明るく分かりやすい説明のおかげで楽しくシュノーケリング出来ました！海も綺麗で、透き通った海を見ながら泳げて楽しかったです！

Due to the rain the previous day, I wasn't sure how far we could go, but I was glad we were able to see the mossy forest safely. Although it was raining at first, the sun peeked through, and the forest after the rain sparkled and was very beautiful.

Since rain was forecasted again from the afternoon, we walked quickly, but the guide pointed out the small insects, budding plants, and changes in the forest, which was enjoyable. We also encountered a hornet and a pit viper along the way, but the guide responded quickly, which was reassuring.

By the way, the guide had an impressive, almost sage-like way of moving! I'm not used to mountain trails, but the guide taught me where to be careful, so I was able to walk without any problems until the end!

前日の雨でどこまで行けるかわからない状況でしたが、無事苔むす森を見ることができてよかったです。
最初は雨が降っていたものの晴れ間が見えて、雨上がりの森はきらきらしてとてもきれいでした。
お昼からまた雨の予報だったので急ぎ足で歩く中でも、ガイドさんが森の小さな虫や芽吹き、変化に気づいてお話してくださって楽しかったです。
また、途中スズメバチやマムシにも出会ってしまったのですが、ガイドさんがすばやく対応してくださって心強かったです。

余談ですが、ガイドさんは流石の仙人のような足取りですごかったです！
私は山道慣れていないですが、ガイドさんが気をつけるところなど教えてくださったので、問題なく最後まで歩けました！

It was my first time in Yakushima, and I'm glad I hired a guide! I learned a lot about the plants and the island, which changed my perspective on what I was seeing! Unfortunately, I couldn't see Jomon Sugi, so I want to try again!

初めての屋久島だったのですが、ガイドさんをお願いしてよかったです！植物の話や島の話まで勉強になり、島を見る目（観点）が変わりました！生憎縄文杉は観れませんでしたのでリベンジしたいです！

I was able to focus on trekking with peace of mind since I could leave all the time management to them. Above all, it was great that the guide took photos of us at the best spots, allowing us to create memories smoothly without worrying about where to take pictures. They also prepared miso soup for lunch, which helped alleviate our fatigue. I enjoyed the conversations with the other participants, and I'm glad I joined the tour!

時間配分も全てお任せできるので安心してトレッキングに集中できました。
何よりベストショットの位置でガイドさんに写真を撮っていただけるので場所選びに迷うことなくスムーズに思い出作りができて良かったです。お昼のお味噌汁もご用意してくださり疲れも軽減されました。
ご一緒した方々との会話も楽しくツアーに参加して良かったです♪

I was quite anxious on my first trip to Yakushima, but thanks to our veteran guide, I was able to enjoy the journey to Jomon Sugi immensely. Thank you for sharing the history and the beauty of Yakushima with humor! I felt reassured as I could rely on the guide for pacing and rest stops. 🥳 I was also grateful that the guide actively took photos for us. The picture of the Wilson stump that looks like a heart 🩷 was taken from a perfect angle by the guide. 🥹 It truly became the best memory.

I've fallen in love with Yakushima! I want to go back again!!

初めての屋久島で色々不安でしたが、ベテランのガイドさんのおかげですごく楽しく縄文杉まで行くことができました。
ユーモアを交えながら屋久島の歴史や自然の素晴らしさを伝えてくださってありがとうございました！
ペース配分や休憩をとる場所も任せられるので安心してついて行けました🥳
写真もガイドさんが積極的に撮ってくださってありがたかったです☺️ウィルソン株の🩷に見える写真もガイドさんがバッチリいい角度から撮ってくれました🥹
本当に最高の思い出になりました。

屋久島が大好きになりました！また行きたいと思います！！

I quit my job and came to Yakushima for a two-month vacation. It's been over a decade since my last visit. Last time, I relied on a friend and didn't know much about Yakushima, so this time I did a bit of studying beforehand.

The first thing I can say is that taking a tour to see Jomon Sugi was definitely the right choice. The guide who accompanied us shared so much knowledge about Yakushima, which was very educational. The two women who joined us were also quite fit, so we were able to enjoy the tour without any difficulty while walking!

Thank you very much!

会社を退職して、2ヶ月の有休を満喫するため、十数年ぶりの屋久島に来ました。
前回は友人任せで、ほとんど屋久島を知らなかったので、今回は少し勉強して来ました。
最初に言えることは、縄文杉はツアーにして大正解でした。今回案内していただいたガイドさんは、屋久島を余すことなく教えていただいたので、とても勉強になりました。一緒に同行された女性2人も体力があり、歩いていて苦にならずにツアーを満喫できました！
ありがとうございました！

It was completely different from what I expected. It was a three-hour course with quite a bit of ups and downs, and I was definitely tired afterward. The guide shared various information along the way. I heard that it snows in winter as well. It went by so quickly; I think I could have gone a bit further. I feel like I was able to recharge my energy in nature.

全然思ってたものと違ってました。
結構アップダウンもあり3時間コースでしたがしっかり疲れました。
道中ガイドさんが色々な情報を教えてくれました。冬は雪も積もるそうで。
あっという間で、もう少し先まで進んでもよかったかな。
自然の中に入りパワー補給できたと思います。

The guide's time management was excellent! I'm really glad we requested a guide! On June 30th, I participated with three classmates. The rainy season ended early, and it was a day without a drop of rain. As a 60-year-old beginner, I was full of anxiety, but thanks to our handsome guide, Ando, I was able to meet Jomon Sugi and complete the tour safely.

He encouraged us to push through on the way there and made sure to pause at points on the way back to prevent any injuries, reminding us to be careful. His attentive reminders were greatly appreciated in situations where I felt overwhelmed. The miso soup during lunch was comforting and delicious!

He created some extra time on the way back, allowing us to enjoy nature while icing our feet in the river! He even treated us to coffee, which was an incredibly luxurious experience. Thank you so much for that! He took a lot of great photos, and his photography skills were impressive!

When I selfishly pointed out, "There should be a handrail here," he replied, "We're intruding in nature after all," which made me feel a bit embarrassed. Hearing about the times when it didn't rain and the forest suffered made me reflect on how nature is deteriorating. I want to keep in mind that I can do small things to help. The forests of Yakushima have a mysterious power. I feel like I've been purified and have become a slightly better person! After two or three days, I already want to go back again.

ガイドさんの時間配分最高？
ガイドさんをお願いして本当に良かったです！6/30に同級生3人で参加しました。
早めに梅雨が明け、雨が一滴も降らない１日でした。
60歳初心者で不安だらけでしたが、ガイドのイケメン安藤さんのお陰で縄文杉にも会えて無事終了する事が出来ました。
私たちの様子をみて往路を頑張り、復路は怪我がないようポイントでは一度立ち止まり、注意を促して下さいました。
危ないと思っても頭が回らない状況に、細やかな声掛けはありがたかったです。
昼食時のお味噌汁も沁みました！美味しかったです！
復路で余裕を作って下さったので、川に足をつけてアイシングしながら自然を満喫！
その中でコーヒーまでご馳走してくれました。最高に贅沢な時間をありがとうございます^_^
写真もたくさん撮ってくれました。さすがに撮り方も上手くていい写真ばかりでした！
自分本位に「ここに手すりがあるば」と言ったら「あくまで自然の中にお邪魔してますよ」と言われ恥ずかしくなりました。
雨が降らず森が枯渇した事があった話を聞き、自然が壊れてきてる事を改めて考えさせられました。
小さい事でも自分に出来る事を心がけたいと思ってます。
屋久島の森は不思議な力があります。
浄化されて少しいい人間になれた気がします！2、3日経ったらまた行きたくなってます。

The pre-explanation by our guide, Harasaki, was interesting, and even for first-time snorkelers, it was easy to participate. Although we didn't get to see any sea turtles, we were able to see many marine creatures like tropical fish similar to Nemo and Dory, as well as schools of fish. After the experience, we refreshed ourselves with a shower at the shop and enjoyed drinks while listening to various stories about Yakushima from our guide, which was fun. This time, I participated with my mother, but Harasaki's communication skills are amazing, so you can enjoy it even if you go alone.

ガイドの原崎さんの事前説明が面白く、シュノーケリングが初めてでも安心して参加できます🌟ウミガメとは会えなかったのですが、ニモやドリーのような熱帯魚🐠や、魚の群れなど海の生き物をたくさん見ることができました。体験後はお店のシャワーでさっぱりしたあとドリンクをいただきながらガイドさんから屋久島の話を色々と聞くことができ楽しかったです♪今回は母と2人で参加しましたが原崎さんのコミュ力がすごいので1人の参加でも楽しめます🙆‍♀️

The service spirit of our guide, Harasaki, was amazing, and the talk was enjoyable. The snorkeling was fun, and the two hours flew by. Perhaps attracted by our smiles, a sea turtle that hadn't appeared for two or three days showed up. I'm very grateful for all the photos taken.

ガイドの原崎さんのサービス精神がすごくて、トークも楽しい、シュノーケリングも楽しい、あっという間の2時間でした。私たちの笑顔に誘われてか、2⁻3日現れなかったウミガメも顔を出しくれました。写真もいっぱい撮ってくださって大感謝です。

We went with a private guide. I’m in my 50s and didn’t do much training, but thanks to the guide's careful instructions and engaging conversation, I managed to finish despite feeling tired. On the way back, we even got to play in the river, which felt great. Thank you, guide!

ガイドさん貸切でいきました。
50代であまりトレーニングもせずに臨みましたが、ガイドさんの丁寧な案内と飽きさせない会話で疲れましたがなんとか完走しました。
帰り道は川遊びまでさせてくれて気持ちよかったです。ガイドさんありがとう！

The natural trail was closed due to the typhoon, and the detour was tougher than we expected. Our guide was initially concerned because there are often people in their 70s and 80s who retire or get injured along the way. However, as we followed the guide's advice and walked together, they became more at ease with us. Thanks to our experienced guide, we were able to enjoy conversations and successfully complete the trek. We had a wonderful time in the mystical forest.

台風で自然道が使えなくなり、迂回コースで、思っていたより厳しい道でした。70歳と80歳になる私達夫婦に、ガイドさんは、70代以上で途中リタイアや怪我する人がいるので、当初心配されていましたが、ガイドさんのアドバイスを聞きながら付いて歩く私達に、途中から安心してくださり、会話を楽しみながらベテランガイドさんのお陰で、無事に踏破。神秘の森で、素敵な時間を持てました

Thanks to our guide who set the pace, I was able to walk all the way to the end without much fatigue. The weather was favorable, and the scenery of Jomon Sugi, including the Yakusugi along the way, was wonderful. I also had encounters with deer and monkeys.

ガイドさんがペースメーカーを担っていただいたおかげで，大した疲労もせず最後まで歩きとおすことができました。
天気に恵まれ，途中の屋久杉を含め，縄文杉の景色が素晴らしく，鹿，猿に遭遇することもできました。

- I was worried about whether I would make it to the boat since I was scheduled to leave Yakushima that day, but after informing them in advance, they arranged the schedule so that I could make it.
- It was great that they adjusted the rental shoes to fit my size on-site. My friend found that the shoes were one size smaller than what we had indicated, but they had brought the correct size as well, which was a big help.
- The guide was also very kind and taught us a lot, and they walked at a pace that was easy for us, which was a relief. I think we enjoyed it more than if we had gone on our own, so it was definitely good to have a guide.

・当日屋久島を離れる予定だったので船に間に合うか心配でしたが、事前にお知らせしたところ、間に合うように予定を立ててくださいました。
・レンタルも靴のサイズなどを現地でも合わせてくださって良かったです。友達は現地で靴を履いてみたら、サイズがお知らせしていたよりもワンサイズダウンだったのですがちゃんとサイズ違いも持ってきてくださっていて助かりました。
・またガイドさんもとても親切で、いろいろ教えていただけましたし、疲れない速さで歩いてくださったので助かりました。自分たちで行くよりも楽しめたと思いますのでガイドさん付きで良かったです。

It was more challenging than I expected, but the weather cleared up halfway through, and it was really nice. When I said my legs were tired, they made time for me to rest by putting my feet in the river. There weren't many breaks, but I was glad we were able to do everything on time!

The tour guide made miso soup for us. I felt a sense of accomplishment, which was great. Even though it was a weekday, there were a lot of people climbing, and I think I want to try it without a guide next time.

思ったより過酷でしたが、天気が途中で晴れとてもきもいよかったです。
あしが疲れたと言ったら、川に足をつけて休む時間を作っていただきました。
休憩は少なかったですが、
時間通りに全てできてよかったです！

ツアーガイドさんが味噌汁を作ってくれていました。
達成感もあり、よかったです。
登っている方が平日でしたがおおくて、次回はガイドなしでチャレンジしたいと思います。

My friend and I participated, and there were two groups in total, including a couple. The guide assessed our fitness levels and set a pace that was comfortable for us, and there was absolutely no difficulty in having conversations. The day after the trekking, I felt zero fatigue! I am grateful to have met such a wonderful guide. Thank you! ♫

友人と二人で参加、私達の他にはご夫婦で参加の計二組でした。ガイドさんは私達の体力を見極め無理のないペース、そして会話も弾み辛いという思いは全くなかったです。トレッキング翌日も疲労はゼロでした！！
とてもいいガイドさんと出会えた事に感謝しております。ありがとうございました♫

The guidance and explanations were very clear, allowing me to participate in the Yakusugi tour with peace of mind. Being able to see and experience the untouched nature with my own eyes was the best memory of all.

丁寧な案内と説明も凄く分かりやすく
安心して屋久杉ツアーに参加出来ました。
そのままの大自然を自分の目で見て味わう
事ができて何よりの思い出です。

We participated as a couple over 60 years old. The guide noticed that my wife might find the walking difficult and adjusted to my pace. They always encouraged us, providing detailed instructions on walking techniques, how to use trekking poles, and route selection, and we reached Jomon Sugi. On the way back, my legs started to feel numb, but the guide motivated us to keep going, and I almost cried. I couldn't have succeeded without the guide. I am truly grateful.

60歳を超えた夫婦で参加しました。
トロッコでの歩き方で、奥様はもしかしたらきつくなるかもしれませんと、ガイドさんに見抜かれ、私のペースに合わせてくれました。
いつも声をかけてくれて、歩き方、ストックのつき方、ルートの取り方など、細かく教えてくださり、縄文杉に到達しました。
帰りも足がしびれてきましたが、頑張りましょうと励ましてくれて、もう泣きそうでした。
ガイドさんがいなかったら、成功しなかった。感謝しかないです。

It was more of a solid mountain climbing experience than I expected. I had imagined walking on a slightly bumpy hiking trail, but it was a well-defined mountain path, and I got quite tired. However, I was able to feel the greatness of nature. If you're feeling even a little energetic, definitely go for it!

思っていたよりしっかり登山な感じでした。
ハイキングの少し凸凹した道を歩くのをイメージしていましたが、しっかりとした山道で、かなり疲れましたが、自然の偉大さを感じることができます。
少しでも元気なうちにぜひ！

The experience at Jomon Sugi left a negative impression. The guide seemed experienced, but the treatment felt rather rough. I found it very unpleasant when they mentioned the large group size and the age of some participants. Although they said to go at our own pace, it felt like they were trying to match the speed of the faster individuals on the way back, and it seemed they weren't paying attention to the surroundings. It felt like the goal was just to finish quickly. I wonder why we had to walk so fast when there was time after we arrived for other parties to return. I'm grateful that I was able to go and come back, but I ended up with a torn fingernail and blood-soaked socks because of the strain. I do not recommend it.

縄文杉の体験はマイナスなイメージになりました。
ベテランガイドさんのようでしたが、なんだか雑な扱いで、大人数だからとか年齢が高い人がどうだのとかとても不快に感じました。無理せず自分のペースでと言っている割にはトレイルの帰りは早い人に合わせるようにしていて周りをきちんとみているように思えず、ただただ早く終わらせることを目標にされていたように感じます。到着してから他のパーティが戻ってくるまでに時間があったのになんであんな急ピッチで歩かなければならなかったのか謎です。行って、帰ってこれたのでそれには感謝。ただ無理したせいで指の爪が剥がれて靴下が血だらけになっていました。お勧めしません。

I wanted to see the moss forest that is said to have inspired Princess Mononoke with my own eyes, so I joined this tour. It was a round trip of six hours. The day I participated was the last day of Golden Week, and surprisingly, I was the only participant! I got to have the guide all to myself. Thanks to that, I was able to hear a lot of stories, and it was very educational. Unfortunately, the summit was completely white, and I couldn't see anything, but on the way down, the thick fog created a very mystical and mysterious world that I felt I had entered. Next time I climb, I hope to enjoy the view from the top as well.

もののけ姫のモデルになったと言われる苔の森が自分の目で見たくなり、このツアーに参加しました。往復6時間のコースです。
参加した日はGWの最終日で、なんと参加者は私1人！
ガイドさんを独り占めできました(^^)
お陰でたくさんの話しが聞けて、とても勉強になりました。
残念なことに頂上は真っ白で何も見えなかったけど、下山中は濃霧のお陰でとても神秘的で不思議な世界に入り込んだ感覚になりました。
今度登る時は頂上の景色も楽しみたいと思います。