Reviewed by: うんちゃん
I participated in the Jomon Sugi trekking tour, which included direct bus transportation to the Arakawa trailhead.
Normally, you would need to transfer to a mountain bus at the Yakushima Nature Museum (which costs an additional 2,380 yen), but this tour included the bus fare to the Arakawa trailhead, making it very convenient to go directly from the accommodation (laughs).
I found this price to be surprisingly affordable compared to other tour companies.
On the day of arrival, a staff member came to our accommodation for a briefing the next day (though we couldn't meet at the airport, which was part of the reason), and I handed over the cooperation fee of 1,000 yen to complete everything.
We departed a bit early (at 3:58), but that allowed us to act before it got crowded.
Perhaps because it was before a holiday, there were unusually many people in front of the Yakushima Nature Museum where we would have transferred buses, but seeing that while going directly to the trailhead felt good (laughs).
I highly recommend the Yakushima Trekking Tour for its operation.
縄文杉トレッキングツアー 荒川登山口までの直行バス送迎付きに参加しました。
通常では屋久島自然館で登山バス(別途2,380円)に乗り換える必要があるのですが、このツアーは荒川登山口迄のバス料金も含まれていて、宿から登山口直行でとても楽チンでした(笑)。
このお値段は他のツアー会社と比べて不思議な程お得に思いました。
到着した日、翌日の打ち合わせに宿迄来てくださった(実際は空港で会えなかった所為もありましたが)係りの人に協力金の1,000円を渡して全て完了です。
少し早目(3:58)の出発でしたが、その分混まないうちに行動出来ました。
連休前の所為かバスに乗り換える屋久島自然館の前が異常に人が多かったのですが、それを横目に見ながら登山口直行は、気分も良かったですよ(笑)。
ツアーオペレーションの屋久島トレッキングツアーはお勧めです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/14 |
Reviewed by: ゆーき
The mountain path was quite steep and not an easy journey, but I was able to see wonderful scenery and cute animals! Also, even though I was traveling alone, I ended up in a group with kids around my age, and we became friends and climbed together, creating wonderful memories! The cedar trees of Yakushima also refreshed my spirit, making it a great trekking experience! The guide explained everything clearly and entertainingly! Thank you very much!
なかなか険しい山道で楽な道のりではありませんが、素晴らしい景色や可愛い動物に会うことができました!また、1人旅でしたが歳が近い子たちと同じグループになり仲良くなって一緒に登ることができて素晴らしい思い出になりました!屋久島の杉たちに心も洗われとてもいいトレッキングでした!ガイドさんもわかりやすく面白く解説してくださいました!ありがとうございました!
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/15 |
Reviewed by: ちやき
The guide was kind and explained things clearly. We were able to return safely despite the heavy rain that happens once a year! Thank you very much!
ガイドさんも親切でわかりやすく説明してくれました。一年に一回あるかないかの大雨の中、無事に帰って来られました!ありがとうございました!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/11 |
Reviewed by: イロッチジイさん
At the start from the Arakawa Trailhead, the sky was drizzling, but as we continued walking, the rain intensified. By the time we reached Wilson Stump, it had started to rain heavily like a shower.
Still, we pressed on. After five hours of walking, we finally arrived at Jomon Sugi! I was deeply moved by the vitality of Jomon Sugi. If possible, I wanted to get closer and touch it directly.
The round trip trekking in the rain took 10 hours and was exhausting, but that’s what made it an unforgettable experience.
荒川登山口スタート時には、小雨だった空模様も歩き進むとともに激しくなり、ウィルソン切株に着いた頃には、シャワーのような雨が降り始めた。
それでも前進あるのみ。歩き始めて5時間、遂に縄文杉にたどり着いた!
縄文杉の生命力に大感動でした。
できることなら側に行って、直に触れてみたかった。
雨の中の往復10時間のトレッキングは、疲労困ぱいだったが、だからこそ忘れられない良い思い出となった。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/08 |
Reviewed by: たぁ~ちゃん
The guide provided explanations at key points while also taking breaks, which made it more enjoyable than just walking silently. The only difficulty was that the walking speed was fast.
ガイドさんが休憩を兼ねて要所要所で説明してくれるので、黙々と歩くより楽しかったです。歩くスピードが速かったのが、唯一の難でした。
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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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/19 |
Reviewed by: ヒロコ
During my 3-night, 4-day trip to Yakushima, I had planned to visit Jomon Sugi on the second day, but due to a typhoon, the bus to the trailhead was not running, so it was postponed to the third day. On the day of the hike, the weather was perfect for trekking—cool and without rain. I thought the trail would be crowded with others who had postponed, but surprisingly, it was quite empty. The wait for the restroom was only about ten minutes at most, and I was able to take plenty of photos of both Wilson's stump and Jomon Sugi.
The day before, during a confirmation call from the tour company, I was unsure about what to wear, so I received advice based on real experiences, which helped me decide. On the morning of the hike, the guide picked me up at the guesthouse, and we switched to the tour company's bus to head to the trailhead (initially it was supposed to be a shuttle bus). While waiting for that bus in the dark parking lot, I was lucky to see a sky full of stars.
The path was easy to walk on since the entire trolley road has been made into a walkway (it seems they advanced the budget), and the latter part of the mountain trail had surprisingly few steep sections that would leave you breathless. With enough time, anyone can make it.
However, the key point is "if you take this much time."
1. Including breaks, it's nearly a five-hour one-way trip, and since the trolley road and wooded areas make it hard to gauge progress, if you go alone for the first time, you might not know how much longer you have to walk, which could be discouraging. With a guide, you get detailed updates on how much longer until the next point, and they engage you in conversation, which helps keep your spirits up.
2. You need to make sure you catch the return bus, so for beginners, both the ascent and descent require brisk walking (except for the steep parts). Our group (in our 20s and 30s) was the slowest among those from the same tour company, but we managed to stay within the expected time frame, enjoying breaks, photo opportunities (the photo spots were perfect! They even took panoramic shots for us), sightseeing, and icing in the river, allowing us to savor plenty of enjoyment beyond just walking.
Thank you, guide Yokota.
By the way, while some people have encountered unfortunate guides from this tour company, the guides on the same bus seemed to be good people. Most of them are probably great guides. It really comes down to luck.
3泊4日屋久島旅行のうち、2日目に縄文杉に行く予定でしたが、台風で登山口までバスが運行せず、3日目に延期になりました。
当日は、涼しく&雨も降らない絶好のトレッキング日和でした。
延期した人が集中するかと思ったら、意外と空いてて、トイレも長くて10分程度の待ち時間ですし、ウィルソン株も縄文杉も心ゆくまで写真撮れました。
前日、ツアー会社の方からの確認電話の際に、服装で迷ったので、実体験を元にアドバイスをもらい決めました。
当日朝、ガイドさんが民宿まで迎えに来て、ツアー会社のバスに乗り換え登山口まで行きました(当初はシャトルバス)。そのバスを待ってる間、真っ暗な駐車場にいたので、満天の星空が見られたのはラッキーでした。
道のりは、トロッコ道の全部に歩道できている(予算前倒ししたらしい)ので歩きやすく、後半の山道も、息を切らすような急な道は案外少なく、時間をかければ、誰でも行けます。
ただ、「この時間をかければ」がポイントで、
1.休憩含め片道5時間近くある&トロッコ道と木の中ばかりで進捗がわからないので、1人で初めて行くと、いつまで歩けばいいか分からず、きっと気持ちが折れます…。
ガイドさんがいると、細かに次のポイントまで後どのくらいか教えてくれるし、ところどころ話をしてくれるので、気持ちを保つことができます。
2.帰りのバスに間に合わないといけないので、素人からすると、登り降り共に早歩きです(急なところを除く)。
ガイドさんは、同じ旅行社の中で私どものグループ(20〜30代)が一番遅かったのですが、想定時間内で、休憩や写真撮影(写真ポイントもバッチリ!パノラマで写真撮ってくれます。)、鑑賞、川でのアイシングと、歩き以外の楽しみをたっぷり味あわせてくれました。
ガイドの横田さん、ありがとうございました。
なお、この旅行社で、残念なガイドさんに当たった方いらっしゃいましたが、同じバスに乗ったガイドさんたちは皆良い人そうでした。たぶんほとんどはいいガイドさんです。こればかりは運ですね。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/05 |
Reviewed by: なお!!!
Initially, there was a problem with the phone connection, but they were responsive. However, I wished there had been better communication between the company and the tour guide. The trekking was very enjoyable. I was a beginner, but since I usually exercise, it was challenging, yet I managed to have fun!
最初電話が繋がらないというトラブルがあったのですが、対応していただけました。ただ、会社と添乗員さんとの連絡をちゃんとして欲しかったです。
ただ、トレッキングはとても楽しめました
初心者でしたが、普段運動していたので大変でしたがなんとか楽しめました!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/05 |
Reviewed by: ぱいせん
I participated on the second day of a 2-night, 3-day trip. I wanted to visit both Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo (Taiko Rock), and while searching, I found this course. There wasn't a course that allowed me to go to Taiko Rock on the second day for Jomon Sugi and the third day for Shiratani Unsuikyo, but with this greedy course, I could conquer both in one day! I think it's a recommended course for those who find it a bit tough to wake up early two days in a row or for those with a short travel duration.
Starting from Shiratani Unsuikyo, we went up to Taiko Rock, then merged onto the trolley path of the Jomon Sugi course to reach Jomon Sugi, and returned via the trolley path to the Arakawa Trailhead. We started walking at 5:40 and descended at 16:20, completing about 11 hours and approximately 24 kilometers. I think it's quite a hard course, but no one retired, and everyone made it to the end!
Above all, our guide, Shimozono, was incredibly surreal and funny, making the time fly by. At 67 years old, he seemed to be the most senior among the guides and has the longest guiding history. Being a veteran, he provided various explanations about the cedars and shared stories about Yakushima. While it's possible to climb without a guide, I recommend joining a guided course as you can hear explanations and they can adjust the time allocation for you.
Also, it was a relief that the weather was clear the whole time! I had heard that Yakushima has a lot of rain, so I bought an expensive Gore-Tex raincoat to take with me, but it didn't get used at all. It's a bit disappointing... a luxurious worry, though (laughs). If you're going to Yakushima, I highly recommend visiting not just Jomon Sugi but also Taiko Rock! This course is highly recommended! ☆★
2泊3日旅行の2日目に参加しました。
縄文杉・白谷雲水峡(太鼓岩)どちらも行きたくて探してたら、このコースを見つけました。
2日目に縄文杉コース、3日目に白谷雲水峡コースだと太鼓岩まで行けるコースがありませんでしたが、この欲張りコースだと1日で両方制覇できます‼
2日続けて早起きはちょっと…って思う人、旅行日数が短い人にはオススメのコースだと思います。
白谷雲水峡から上り、太鼓岩、その後縄文杉コースのトロッコ道に合流し縄文杉、帰りはトロッコ道を通り荒川登山口へ下山しました。
5:40に歩き始め、16:20に下山できたので約11時間、約24キロを歩ききりました。
中々ハードなコースだと思いますが、リタイアもなく、みんな歩ききれました‼
なによりガイドのシモゾノさんがめっちゃシュールでおもしろかったので、時間があっとゆーまに過ぎました。
67歳でガイドの中では1番先輩らしく、ガイド歴も1番長いとのことです。
ベテランだけあって、色々な杉の説明や屋久島のお話をしてくださりました。
ガイドをつけなくても登れますが、ガイド付きのコースに参加した方が説明も聞けるし、時間配分も調整してくれるので、オススメだと思います。
またずっと晴天だったのが、助かりました‼
屋久島は雨が多いと聞いていたので、ゴアテックスの高いカッパを買って持って行ってたのに、全く出番ナシでした。
ちょっと残念です…贅沢な悩みですが(笑)
屋久島に行くなら縄文杉だけじゃなく、太鼓岩にもぜひぜひ行ってもらいたいです‼
このコースとてもオススメです☆★
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/02 |
Reviewed by: 59才の甘ちゃん
I never imagined bringing an umbrella for mountain climbing, but everyone should have one. Then there's stamina and strength. The last bus isn't at 18:00; we have to coordinate with the other groups. While climbing, all I could think about was the return bus, and the guide kept urging us, saying, "We are the last ones." Based on my experience at the gym, I probably walk at about 5 km/h. However, if the guide determines that I can't keep up, they repeatedly say, "Please think about the return." I had no choice but to retire. I waited for two hours in the mountains. The guide had six people with him, so I had to wait until everyone else returned from Jomon Sugi. I was told by the guide to leave my belongings at Wilson Stock and climbed up with just myself, so when the rain started pouring, I was at a loss. Naturally, even though I had my phone, there was no signal. This time, I was painfully reminded of my own naivety.
登山に傘はイメージになかったのですが一人に1本あるべきです。あとは体力と筋力。帰りのバスは18:00が最終と言う訳ではなく、他のグループに合わせなければなりません。登り始めるや帰りのバスのことばかり、下山中は「私達が最後です」とガイドさんから何度もせかされます。ジムに通いの経験からするとたぶん時速5Kmで歩きます。でもガイドさんからついて来
れないと判断されると「帰りの事を考えてください。」と何度も言われリタイヤせざるを得ません。山中で2時間待ちです。ガイドさんが6人連れてあったので他の皆さんが縄文杉迄行って戻ってくるまでの待ち時間です。私などは、ガイドさんからウイルソン株で荷物を置いていくように言われて身一つで上ってきていたので、雨がどしゃ降りになったときは途方にくれました。当然ですけど、携帯持ってても圏外です。こん回、自分の甘さを嫌と言うほど思い知らされました。
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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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/13 |
Reviewed by: コロンボ
It was a very hard tour. I underestimated it, and at one point, I felt like turning back due to the actual difficulty. However, I pushed through so as not to inconvenience others, and the sense of achievement was immense. Fortunately, we were blessed with clear weather that day, and I was able to breathe in the refreshing air of Yakushima while trekking.
The path to the trolley road was tough, and the climb from the mountain trail to Taiko Rock was really challenging. My legs were tired and I struggled to keep going. But when I finally reached Taiko Rock, I was like, "Wow!" (so moving). Right after descending, I felt that choosing this tour was the right decision (though I couldn't think that way while climbing).
It probably depends on the guide, but my tour guide was quite hands-off. There wasn't much explanation, and I didn't feel any concern for those who were lagging behind. The guide kept moving ahead without waiting. It felt like they were reluctantly taking along tourists who weren't used to the mountains.
There was another guide who carried a Kodama doll, and they were chatting and explaining about the mountains in a loud and entertaining way that could be heard by the guests at the back, sharing tips on how to walk on the trails. Honestly, I think if I had that guide, I would have enjoyed this tour even more.
I believe the content of the tour is very good, but the experience can vary greatly depending on the guide. However, since you can't choose your guide, I guess it all comes down to "luck."
とてもハードなツアーでした。
甘く見てましたので実際のハードさに途中で帰りたい気持ちになりました。
他の人に迷惑がかかってはならぬと頑張ったので達成感はこの上なかったです。この日はラッキーなことに快晴に恵まれ大変気持ちのよい屋久島の空気を胸いっぱいに吸い込みながらのトレッキングになりました。
トロッコ道に出るまでが辛い道でしたし、登山道から太鼓岩を目指す登り箇所は本当にキツイです。足が疲れて上がりません。でも太鼓岩に到着したときはわあ~!(感動)。
下山直後にこのツアーを選んで良かったと思えました(登ってる最中は思えなかったけど)
ガイドさんにもよるんでしょうが、私のツアーのガイドさんは放置型でした。
説明もあまりありませんでしたし、遅れている人への気遣いも感じられませんでした。先にどんどん進んで行ってしまわれてて。
山慣れない観光客を面倒くさそうに連れて行ってやってるって感じにもうけとれました。
こだまの人形を持ち歩いているガイドさんがいらっしゃいましたが、おしゃべりも山の説明も、ココの道はこう歩くんだよ、とか山歩きのコツなど大きな声で最後尾のお客さんまで聞こえるように面白おかしく話しておられて、正直あのガイドさんにガイドしてもらってたらもっともっとこのツアーを楽しめたんだろうなって思いました。
ツアーの内容はとても良いと思いますが、率いるガイドさんによって良さは変わると思います。ただガイドは自分で選べないので、こればっかりは「運」なんだろうなと思います。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/26 |
Reviewed by: くまきち
I heard from someone who has been there that the bus to the trailhead can get crowded, so I chose this plan. Thanks to that, I was able to hike without worrying about the bus for the round trip.
Also, I realized for the first time after participating that if you walk at a normal pace, you might not return before dark, so sometimes it was necessary to walk at a slightly faster pace. However, our guide observed our condition and led us at a pace that was manageable, so even as beginners, we could follow along with confidence.
Additionally, I felt that leg and core strength is necessary. (It was okay not to have much stamina.) Even younger people experienced pain in their hips and ankles towards the end, so I think it's better to have as much gear as possible to reduce the burden on the knees and ankles. (I used compression leggings to alleviate the strain, and I wore marathon leggings.)
行ったことがある人から、
登山口までのバスが混むと聞いていたので、こちらのプランを選びました。
おかげで行き帰りのバスを気にすることなく、登山できました。
また、参加してから初めて分かりましたが、
普通のペースで歩いていると明るいうちに帰って来れなくなるため、
時には気持ち速いペースで歩く必要がありました。
ただ、ガイドさんが私たちの様子を見ながら、
無理のないペースでリードして下さったので、
登山初心者の私たちでも安心してついて行けました。
そのほか、足腰の筋力は必要だと感じました。
(スタミナはあまりなくても大丈夫でした)
若い人でも、最後の方で股関節や足首に痛みが来る人もいたので、
ひざや足首への負担軽減のためにできるだけの装備を
していった方が良いかと思います。
(私は、負担を軽減するスパッツ(私はマラソン用のスパッツを履きました)やストックを使用しました)
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/19 |
Reviewed by: あんな
It was very hard and it rained quite a bit, but thanks to the guide's wonderful pacing and their effort to make it enjoyable, I was able to trek happily until the end!
とてもハードで雨もけっこう降ってましたが
ガイドさんの素晴らしいペース配分と楽しま
せてくださるお気持ちで最後まで楽しく
トレッキング できました!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/19 |
Reviewed by: 岐阜の半沢直樹
I usually play sports, so I was confident in my stamina, but 13 hours was definitely tiring. However, it was a place I absolutely do not regret visiting! The veteran guide was reliable (he seemed to be over 70 years old, but he mentioned it was his fifth consecutive day). If you're going to Yakushima, I recommend this tour! In fact, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that if you don't go, you won't understand the purpose of coming to Yakushima.
普段からスポーツをやっているので体力には自信がありましたが、さすがに13時間は疲れました。が、絶対に行って後悔しない場所でした!ベテランのガイドさんで頼りになりました(70歳過ぎてたみたいですが今日で5日連続ですって言ってました)。屋久島に行くならこのツアーをお勧めします!というか行かないと何のために屋久島に来たかわかりませんっと言っても過言ではないです。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/10 |
Reviewed by: てくてく
The day I participated, it rained 97% of the time, which was a bit disappointing, but I was glad I joined the tour because of the rain.
- The guide gave advice on when to wear a raincoat! The basic idea is to use an umbrella to protect your upper body and a raincoat for your lower body. If you wear a raincoat on your upper body from the start, it gets hot and you won't have the stamina to walk all day...
- For lunch, they set up a tarp to shield us from the rain! It was pouring heavily, and I was wondering how we would eat, but thanks to the guide setting up the tarp, we were able to eat without getting wet! I was really grateful for that!
- The guide shared interesting facts about Yakusugi and Yakushima, which kept my spirits up while walking.
The guide was very cheerful, and I was able to enjoy the walk. I'm glad I signed up for the tour.
(I recommend bringing a simple change of clothes for the return trip, as your clothes will be soaked from the Yakusugi, and you might get cold on the bus!)
参加した日は、歩く時間の97%は雨という日で少し残念だなと思ったいたのですが、雨だったからこそツアーに参加してよかったと思いました。
・カッパを着るタイミングやアドバイスをしてくれる!基本は傘をさして上半身を守る、下半身はカッパがオススメ、最初から上半身カッパだと暑くて1日歩き通すための体力がなくなる…などなど
・お昼はタープで雨よけをしてくれた!お昼はザーザー降りの雨でどうやって昼を食べようかと思っていましたが、ガイドさんがタープを張ってくれたおかげで、雨に濡れず食べられました!かなりありがたかったです!
・屋久杉や屋久島の豆知識を教えてくれるので、元気に歩けました。
とても明るいガイドさんで、楽しく歩き通せました。ツアーに申し込んでよかったです。
(屋久杉の帰りは服がびしょびしょなため帰りのバスで体を冷やしてしまうので、簡単な着替えを持っていくのをお勧めします!!)
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/15 |
Reviewed by: トモ君
The texture of the moss felt great. Surrounded by overwhelming nature, I was able to spend a relaxing time. I was able to hear a lot of recommendations for shops that aren't on the internet from the guide, making it a fulfilling trip.
コケの手触りがいい感じでした。圧倒的な自然に囲まれて、ぼんやりと癒される時間を過ごすことが出来ました。ガイドさんから、ネットに無いおすすめの店やらをたくさん聞くことができ、充実した旅行になりました。
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/17 |
Reviewed by: kaz
Despite being hit by a series of typhoons before and after the tour, it was conducted as planned due to the timing of the schedule.
Essential items for this plan are a flashlight, an umbrella, and a raincoat. First, for about the first hour of the climb, it is completely dark, and without a flashlight, you won't be able to see anything. Additionally, Yakushima is famous for its frequent rain, so an umbrella is a must. I don't recommend a raincoat too much because you might get dehydrated from the humidity. Besides, you'll get wet anyway. The umbrella is to avoid losing body heat from being continuously drenched in rain, so it's ideal to move with a flashlight on your head and an umbrella in one hand.
During my participation, the weather was mostly rainy with occasional clouds and brief moments of sunshine. It might have been different without the typhoons, but I had received information that Yakushima is a rainy island, so I interpret it as typical weather for Yakushima. Still, walking through the mossy forest was refreshing and enjoyable. Of course, fatigue comes later, but the experience of trekking in Yakushima, a place you won't visit many times in your life, was wonderful.
催行前後に台風が立て続けに発生するハプニングに見舞われながらも、間の日程ということもあり催行。
このプランで確実に必要なアイテムは、ライトと傘、カッパですね。
まず、登り始め1時間程度は真っ暗でライトがなければ何も見えません。
さらに屋久島は雨がよく降る島でも有名な為、同時に傘は必須です。
カッパは蒸し暑さで脱水しかねないのであまりお勧めしません。というかどうせ濡れます。
雨に打たれ続けて体温を奪われるのを避ける為の傘なので、頭にライト、片手に傘の状態で動くことが望ましいです。
実際、私の参加時も終始雨時々曇り、時々晴れ間、みたいな天気が続いておりました。台風がなければまた違うのかもしれませんが、雨がよく降る島という情報は得ていたので、通常運転の屋久島お天気事情だったのだと解釈しています。
それでも、苔生す森の中を歩いていると涼しげで歩いているだけで楽しかったです。
疲れは当然後からついてきますが、人生でそう何回も行かないであろう屋久島でトレッキングができた経験はステキなものでした。
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| Posted on: | 2018/08/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/16 |
Reviewed by: ゆみちゃん
It was my first trekking experience, but it was almost free-form.
We shared a ride with another group to the trailhead, but the guide didn't introduce themselves. Even when the trek began, they walked silently without looking back. At first, I thought that was just how it was, but the guides from the other group were providing clear guidance and discussing points to consider while walking.
Even when there were sights to see, I was only told, "This is ◯◯. Take a picture," and I ended up eavesdropping on the other group's guide.
On the way back, we encountered quite heavy rain, and even though it was a single path, I felt quite anxious being left behind. They probably didn't even notice when I fell. During the three-hour journey back, we only had one break.
初トレッキング でしたが、ほぼフリーでした。
他のグループと乗り合いで登山口まで向かいましたが、ガイドさんは名乗りもせず。
登山が始まっても後ろを振り向く事なく黙々と歩くのみ。
最初はそういうものかと思ってましたが、他のグループのガイドさんはキッチリとガイドされ、歩く際のポイントも話されてました。
見所があっても「はい◯◯です。写真撮ってね」と言われるのみで、他のグループのガイドさんの話を盗み聞きしてました。
帰りはかなり激しく雨に合い、一本道とはいえ放って行かれたのはかなり不安でした。
恐らく私がこけたのも全く気づいてません。
3時間の道のりで帰りの休憩は1回だけでした。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/16 |
Reviewed by: さとる
The journey from the trolley terminal to Jomon Sugi was mostly uphill. Thanks to our guide, Hirota, there were no dropouts, and we enjoyed playing in the river on the way back. Thank you very much.
トロッコ終点から縄文杉までの道のりは殆ど登りに近かった^_^;ガイドさんの弘田さんのおかげで脱落者も出ることなく帰りは川遊びで楽しめた。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: | 2018/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/12 |
Reviewed by: しーちゃん
The guide was terrible.
While it's nice that they took breaks, they occupied the best spots for themselves and suddenly said, "We're leaving," starting to walk away even if there were people who weren't ready. They kept pestering a young girl about what she would do after the tour...
I think I was just unlucky because the other guides from the same company were all very considerate, offering words of encouragement and checking on the situation.
ガイドさんが最悪でした。
休憩を入れてくれるのは良いのですが、一番良い場所を自分が占領、突然「出発します」と言って支度が出来ていない人がいても放置して歩き始める、若い女の子にこの後(ツアー終了後)はどうするのかしつこく言い寄る…
同社の他のガイドさんは、励ましの言葉や状況の確認など、気遣いがきちんとできている方ばかりだったので、運が悪かったんだと思います。
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/11 |
Reviewed by: ウイルソン
I was greedy and chose this course, but I was confident in my stamina, so I had a great time. I conquered everything in one day. The guide was also very kind.
欲張ってこのコースを選びましたが、体力に自身がありましたので、楽しかったです。
1日で全部制覇しました。
ガイドさんも親切でした。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/07 |
Reviewed by: 初屋久島
We were picked up around 4:00 PM and started trekking around 5:30 PM. We took photos at scenic spots like Taiko Rock and Shiratani Unsuikyo, and the trek lasted about 11 hours. Although the pace was fast since we covered a lot in one day, we enjoyed it thoroughly.
4時ごろ迎えで5:30頃トレッキングスタート。
太鼓岩や白谷雲水峡など写真スポットで写真を撮りながら、11時間くらいのトレッキングでした。
一日で回りきるのでペースは速いですが、十分楽しめました。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/03 |
Reviewed by: まゆゆ
I had heard that the course was tough, but the guide was interesting and we had a great time hiking. It's more worthwhile and enjoyable to visit Shiratani as well as Jomon Sugi.
しんどいと言われていたコースでしたが、ガイドさんもおもしろくて楽しい登山ができました。縄文杉だけ行くよりも白谷も行った方がお得だし楽しいです。
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| Posted on: | 2018/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/06 |
Reviewed by: こはるん
I boldly signed up for a greedy course tour to visit Shiratani Unsuikyo and Jomon Sugi in Yakushima for the first time in one day. I’m not particularly fit, and my climbing experience is limited to just two low mountains... While I had expectations, my anxiety was greater. However, I was fortunate with the weather, and I was able to enjoy walking for about 11 hours while learning various things from our guide!! I was moved by everything!! I truly feel that choosing this course was the right decision (^^) It's a lifelong memory ♡
初屋久島にして、白谷雲水峡と縄文杉を1日で行く欲張りコースのツアーを思い切って申し込みました体力がある方ではなく、登山経験も低い山を2回登った程度の私...期待がありながらも不安の方が大きかったですが、運良く天候にも恵まれ、ガイドさんに色々なことを教えてもらいながら楽しく約11時間歩くことができました!!全てにおいて感動!!このコースにして良かったと心から思います(^^)
一生の思い出です♡
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/05 |
Reviewed by: 一人旅のもの
It was very tough, but the guide shared various stories while we were climbing, which made it really enjoyable! A friend who got tired along the way had the guide stay with them and help them descend, and it seems they shared a lot of little stories during that time, making it a very fun experience.
However, some guides didn't talk much, which was a bit disappointing.
That said, the Wilson stock was really cute, and I truly felt it was worth climbing.
非常にしんどかったですが、登る時にガイドさんが色々お話ししてくれて、非常に楽しかったです!!途中でしんどくなってしまった友達は、ガイドさんがつきっきりで下山してくれて、その間も小話をたくさんしてくれたようで、非常に楽しいものとなったそうです。
ただ、ガイドさんによってはあまり喋ってくれない人もいたので、そこはちょっと残念でした。
ただ、ウィルソン株はすごく可愛かったし、登って良かったと本当に思いました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/03 |
Reviewed by: アプサラ
The guide's talk wasn't very interesting, and since we were moving in a group, I felt like I had to take many breaks and wanted to proceed at my own pace. I was also disappointed because the price was high. It was a course that could have easily been done without a guide, which made me feel even more that way.
ガイドさんの話があまり面白くなかったのと複数で動くのでしょうがないですが休みが多くて自分のペースで進みたいと思ってしまいました。値段も高いのでがっかりです。ガイド無しでも全然行けるコースだったので尚更そう思いました。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/01 |
Reviewed by: きーにゃ
I participated with my fifth-grade child.
The round trip of 22 kilometers was indeed long.
I don't think we could have completed it without the guide.
Along the way, we took many photos and received explanations about the history,
which made the trekking enjoyable even amidst the challenges.
The miso soup during lunch warmed my heart.
Since it was early in the morning, it was convenient to reach the Arakawa Trailhead without transfers.
小5の子どもと2人で参加しました。
往復22キロの道のりはやっぱり長い。
ガイドさんがいなければ完歩はできなかったと思います。
道すがら、写真をたくさん撮ってもらい歴史も説明してもらい、
つらい中にも楽しくトレッキングできました。
昼食時の味噌汁は心までほっこり温まりました。
早朝なので荒川登山口まで乗り換えなしも便利でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/22 |
Reviewed by: mcgee
I wanted to enjoy my 3-night, 4-day trip to Yakushima efficiently, so I joined this tour. Although I participated alone, everyone I met was wonderful, and it turned into a fun trekking experience. The veteran guide was very considerate, encouraging us to take it slow and manage our pace, and I truly made the right choice by joining this tour! I had a fulfilling day with a great sense of accomplishment. Thank you very much.
屋久島旅行3泊4日を効率良く楽しみたかったので、こちらのツアーに参加しました。
一人参加でしたが、ご一緒した方々が良い方ばかりで楽しいトレッキングになりました。
ベテランガイドさんが、ペース配分を考えてゆっくりで良いからと丁寧に案内してくださり、ほんとこのツアーにして大正解!
達成感のある充実した一日を過ごせました。ありがとうごさいました。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/18 |
Reviewed by: ドナルド
The shuttle service to the trailhead made it very easy. The miso soup at the summit was truly comforting.
For those who usually lack exercise, doing some walking or training on stairs beforehand will allow you to enjoy the scenery more comfortably.
登山入り口まで送迎付きだったので、非常に楽チンでした。
山頂での味噌汁が身に染みました
普段運動不足の人は、少しウォーキングや段差を登るトレーニングしておくと、景色などを楽しめる余裕が生まれると思います
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/27 |
Reviewed by: いーさん
It seems that the availability of rental items depends on the area where you stay, and since I didn't know which area of Yakushima my hotel was in, I submitted the hotel name for the request. I thought I would receive a response via email about whether I could rent the items, but I never heard back. I also wanted a different route than the one listed, but there was no response to that either. A few days ago, I decided to call, and they told me that I couldn't rent from my accommodation. When I asked what I should do, they said, "Find it yourself." I had made the reservation a month in advance... When I asked why there was no reply, they said, "It's written on the website, so there's no need to contact you." I thought they could at least introduce me to somewhere else. When I inquired about the reverse route, I was told, "We still don't know. It might not be implemented." I was planning to switch to another tour if the reverse route was not available, but the response a few days ago that they didn't know was very troubling.
In the end, they said, "We will implement the reverse route," but there was another issue on the day of the tour. Due to the location of the hotel I was staying at, I was placed in the regular route team instead of the reverse route team. Moreover, this guide had absolutely no hospitality. There was no time to take photos, and even when I stumbled and was crouching down, they didn't come back to help. They were just a mere guide who only cared about time and went ahead without waiting for anyone. They did provide explanations as a guide, but their voice was too quiet, and they spoke without waiting for the last person, making it almost impossible to hear.
Additionally, due to the rain, we ended up not going to Shiratani Unsuikyo and instead had the regular Jomon Sugi tour, but the price remained the same. It was truly the worst tour. I strongly recommend avoiding this company.
レンタル品が泊まる地域によって借りれたり、借りれなかったりするようで、今回泊まるホテルが、屋久島のどの地域かわからないので、ホテル名を入れて申請。メールでレンタル品が借りれるかどうか返事がくるかと思えば一切来ない。また、記載のルートととは別ルートを希望していたが、その返事も来ない。仕方がないので数日前にこちらから電話をしてみたところ、今回の宿泊先では貸してもらえないとの返事。ではどうしたら?と聞けば「自分で探してくれ」とのこと。1ヶ月も前に予約しているのに・・。なぜ返信が無いのかと聞くと「HPに書いているから連絡する必要なし」という言い方だった。せめてどこか紹介してくれればいいのにと思った。また、逆ルート希望についても問い合わせしたところ、「まだわからない。実施されないかもしれない」との返事。逆ルートがダメなら他のツアーにするつもりだったが、数日前にどちらかわからないとの返事には非常に困った。
最終的には「逆ルート実施します」となったが、当日またひと悶着。泊っているホテルの場所の加減で、逆ルートチームではなく、通常ルートチームに組み込まれた。しかもこのガイドにホスピタリティー全くなし。写真を撮る時間は無いは、コケてうずくまっていても助けに戻ってくることもない。時間だけを気にして自分だけが先に行ってしまう単なる道案内人。一応ガイドとして説明するが、歯が抜けていることと声が小さいことと、一番最後の人を待たないで話しするので殆ど聞き取れない。
しかも雨で結局、白谷雲水峡には行かず、通常の縄文杉ツアーとなり、価格はそのまま。
本当に最悪なツアーでした。
この会社は絶対やめた方が良い。
Dear Nakai,
Thank you for sharing your experience.
First, regarding the rental, we are currently improving our system to clearly indicate which areas are available for rental and which are not at the time of request.
As for the reverse route request, please note that Shiratani Unsuikyo may become inaccessible due to heavy rain and rising water levels, so we can only determine this on the day of the tour, based on the guide's judgment. This information is also clearly stated on our website.
We will investigate and provide guidance on the hospitality of our guides. Additionally, please be aware that due to weather conditions, it may not be possible to visit Jomon Sugi or Shiratani Unsuikyo. This is also mentioned on our website.
Finally, we sincerely appreciate your feedback and aim to transform from "definitely not recommended" to "a company you can recommend."
中井 様
体験談の投稿、ありがとうございます。
まずレンタルの件ですが、現在依頼する時に、借りれる地域・借りれない地域が分かるように改善しております。
逆ルートの希望についてですが、白谷雲水峡が大雨が降ると増水で渡れない場合があるので、当日にならないと分からないので、当日ガイドの判断になります。
これもホームページにしっかり記載しております。
ガイドのホスピタリティについては、ガイドに調査の上、指導致します。
そしてこのコースは、天候により、縄文杉か白谷雲水峡に行けない場合があります。このこともホームページに記載しております。
最後に、お客様のご意見を真摯に受け止め、「絶対やめた方が良い」から「お勧めな会社」を目指していきたいと思っております。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/21 |
Reviewed by: ミカン
I had an amazing time!! The weather was great, and it didn't rain, so I was able to enjoy trekking. This trip, I only did the trek to Jomon Sugi, but I heard a lot about the charms of Yakushima from the guide, so I want to try other activities next time!
凄く楽しかったです!!
天気にも恵まれて、雨も降らず、楽しみながらトレッキング出来ました。
今回の旅行では縄文杉へのトレッキングしかしなかったのですが、ガイドさんから屋久島の魅力をたくさん聞けたので、次回は他のこともしてみたいと思います!
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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: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/24 |
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Thank you for sharing your experience. Ultimately, the decision to have a guide or not is up to the customer. If you prefer to walk at your own pace, I recommend climbing all the mountains without a guide next time. On Yakushima, half of the climbers go with a guide while the other half do not.
体験談の投稿、ありがとうございます。
ガイドを付ける付けないは最終的にはお客様の判断になります。
自分のペースで歩きたい場合は、次回から全ての山をガイド無しで登ることをお勧めします。
屋久島も登山者の半分はガイド付きで半分はガイド無しです。