All Reviews for Japan Hidden Gems: Secret Islands

I had only done hiking before, so I was a bit anxious about my first real trekking experience. However, we started by walking along a flat trolley path, and along the way, we encountered Japanese macaques and sika deer, which made the journey feel quite relaxed. I thought, "Oh? If it's like this, it should be easy!" But that turned out to be a big mistake.

After a while, it turned into real mountain climbing, and there were tough moments. Thankfully, our guide took breaks at just the right times and stopped to explain various things, which helped me manage to complete the trek. Looking back now, climbing the corridor to see the Jomon Sugi was really tough on my knees. But it was worth the effort, as I finally got to see the Jomon Sugi, which I had longed to see.

By the way, this tour had a direct bus to the trailhead, so I was able to rest a bit on the bus, which helped conserve my energy. If you go on your own, you would have to take a local bus, and depending on the time of year, like in July, there seemed to be quite a line at the bus stop. Not everyone waiting could get on the bus when it arrived, so there might be some waiting time. I think it's easier for first-timers to go with a tour.

今までハイキング程度しか行ったことがなく、初の本格的なトレッキングだったんで最初は不安だったんですが、まずはず～っと平坦なトロッコ道を歩きつつ、途中にはヤクザルやヤクシカも出てきて、穏やかに進んでいったので「あれ？こんな感じだったら全然余裕やん！。」って思っていたんですがこれが大きな間違いでした。。。途中から本当の[山登り]になっていき、しんどい時もありましたが、ガイドさんが絶妙のタイミングで休憩をとってくれたり、また立ち止まっていろいろな説明をしてくれたので、なんとか歩き切ることができました。今、思い返してみると最後の縄文杉を見るための回廊を上るのが膝がガクガクで本当に大変でした。でも頑張った甲斐があり、念願だった縄文杉を見ることができました。ちなみのこのツアーは登山口まで直行のバスだったので、睡眠もバスの中で若干できて体力温存にはなりました。自分達で行くとなると路線バスに乗るしかなく、７月という時期にもよるかもしれませんがバス停の前を通るとかなり並んでいてバスが来たからといって並んでる人全員が乗り切れてるわけじゃなく、待ち時間も多少あったみたいでした。初めての人は無難にツアーで行った方が楽だと思います。

I participated with my family and friends. Since I don't have a regular exercise routine, I honestly found it tough at first, but with the guide's assistance, I was able to complete the journey safely. I was moved by the sight of Jomon Sugi, which is completely different from what I see on TV, and I felt a sense of awe.

This is an activity that I believe everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime.

家族と友人と参加しました。
日頃運動の習慣が無いため、正直初めは辛く感じましたが、ガイドさんのアシストで無事に旅を終えることができました。
テレビで見るのとは全く違う縄文杉の姿に感動し、畏怖の感情を覚えました。

一生に一度は体験していただきたいアクティビティです。

I participated with two friends.
In other tours, there is usually a bus transfer, so we chose this tour.
You can go directly to the trailhead, allowing for an early start to the trekking.
There were many small but thoughtful gestures, such as the miso soup service during lunch and the rental of simple cushions.
Thank you very much.

友人と三人で参加しました。
他のツアーだと、一度バスの乗り換えなどがあるので、のちらのツアーに参加させていただきました。
そのまま登山口に入れるので、早めにトレッキングに臨めます。
お弁当の時のおみそしるのサービスや、簡易ザブトンのレンタルなど、小さいけれども嬉しい心遣いが沢山ありました。
ありがとうございます。

On the day of the tour, there was a tremendous thunderstorm, but the guide was very careful and took us to our destination, Taiko Rock. I was really happy because I only had one chance to do this. This tour offers rentals for shoes, raincoats, and backpacks, which are all items that would be a waste to buy since they are only used once, so I appreciated that. At the port where we arrived, they helped us with sizing for the shoes and saved us the trouble of going to the rental shop.

当日はすごい雷雨でしたが、慎重にガイド下さり、目的地の太鼓岩までも連れていってもらえました。
１日しかチャンスがなかったので本当に嬉しかったです。
このツアーは靴、合羽、リュックがレンタルできるのですが、どれも一度きりの利用で買うのは値段的に勿体無いものなので、それも有り難かったです。
到着した港で靴などサイズ合わせしてもらえ、レンタルショップに行く手間も省けました。

The trekking started with a mix of tension and excitement! From the long trolley path to the steep mountain trails, there were moments when it was tough and I felt like giving up, but the emotion I felt when I saw the Jomon Sugi at the final destination is unforgettable. I was deeply healed by the mystical natural scenery and air! Being able to visit the long-desired Yakushima has become a lifelong memory.

緊張とワクワクで始まったトレッキング‼️
長いトロッコ道から、アップダウンの激しい山道。キツくて、心が折れそうになる瞬間もあったけど、最終目的地の縄文杉を見た時の感動は忘れられません☺️
それから、神秘的な自然の景色や空気にとてもとても癒されました‼️
憧れの屋久島にこれて、一生の思い出になりました^^/

I saw the Jomon Sugi, which I had been longing to see, on my first trekking experience. The guide was very kind and considerate. There were some quite challenging parts, but we were blessed with good weather, and the tour lasted for 11 hours as planned, from early morning until evening. I was a bit tired, but I am grateful for the memorable encounters with the many Yakusugi trees. Thank you!

初めてのトレッキングで念願であった縄文杉を見てきました。
ガイドはとても親切な方で、色々気遣っていただきました。
かなりきつい所もありましたが、天候にも恵まれ早朝から夕刻まで予定通り11時間のツアーでした。少々疲れましたが思い出に残る屋久杉の数々との遭遇、ありがとうございました。

I was anxious since it was my first time, but our guide, Kawahara, was very considerate and made the trekking enjoyable!

We spent about 11 hours on the mountain trails in the vast nature of Yakushima. I was able to chat with both the guide and the other participants, and the time flew by!

There were various spots to see before reaching Jomon Sugi, and the explanations were thorough, which made me very satisfied.

Of course, I was also moved the moment I encountered Jomon Sugi! I definitely want to come back again!

初めて尽くしで不安だったのですが、
ガイドの川原さんがいろいろと気を使ってくださり、楽しくトレッキングできました！

屋久島の広大な自然の中11時間ほどの山道、ガイドさんはもちろん、ツアー参加者ともいろいろ話せてあっという間に時間が過ぎました！

縄文杉に出会うまでもいろいろなスポットがあり、丁寧に説明してくださり非常に満足です。

もちろん縄文杉に出会った瞬間も感動しました！
また是非遊びに来たいと思います！

We signed up for the rental plan as a couple. Although we changed the meeting time, they accommodated us pleasantly. We were the oldest in our party of eight, but the guide adjusted the pace to match our stamina. Sorry to the group for being late.

I had hurt my knee and haven't been exercising regularly, so every time I stepped on the ties on the return trip, I felt intense pain. I apologize for underestimating the trekking.

I thought we could get a bit closer to Jomon Sugi, but I was a bit disappointed with the view from the corridor.

Since I was able to walk 22 km round trip, I gained confidence for future hikes.

レンタルプランを夫婦で申し込んだ。打ち合わせの時間を変更したが、気持ちよく対応していただいた。1パーティ8名で我々が最高齢だったが、我々の体力に合わせてガイドの方が速度を調整してくれた。グループの方々、遅れてごめんなさい。
ひざを痛めていたため、日ごろ運動をしていないため、帰りのトロッコ道の枕木を踏むたび、激痛が走った。トレッキングをなめていて、ごめんなさい。
縄文杉のそばにもう少し近づけるのかと思っていたが、回廊からの眺望で少し残念。
往復22ｋｍを歩けたので、今後のハイキングに自信がもてた。

The raincoat was almost useless; it was a tough climb that felt like a training session with the constant rain. The journey was long and had some steep sections. However, thanks to the guide and the group, I was able to walk all the way to the end. I was glad to rent good quality gear from brands like mont-bell and Columbia. The charter bus was also very convenient. Meeting the Jomon Sugi will be a lifelong memory. Thank you very much!

レインコートも役に立たない程、本当によく降り修行のような登山でつらかったです。とにかく長くて所々険しい道のり。でもガイドさんとグループの方々のおかげで最後まで歩けました。レンタル品もmont-bellやColumbiaなど良い物で借りて良かったです。貸切バスも楽チンでした。縄文杉に会えたことは一生の思い出です。本当にありがとうございました！

They took us to the trailhead by a dedicated bus, so we could walk leisurely without worrying about time! We were able to see Yakushima monkeys up close, and we learned about various plants as well. It was amazing! ^ ^

専用バスで登山口まで行ってくれたので、時間を気にせずのんびり休憩しつつ歩けました！
屋久猿も近くで見られて、植物も色々と教えてもらえて、最高でした^ ^

I visited many famous spots, such as the banyan trees and waterfalls. I was surprised to see many deer and monkeys along the roadside on the Western Forest Road. The abundance of nature was very healing. I would like to participate again when I visit Yakushima.

ガジュマルや滝など多くの名所を見て回りました。西部林道では、鹿や猿が道端にたくさんいて驚きました。自然が多くて癒されました。また屋久島に行った時には参加したいです。

It seems possible to climb without a guide, but having a guide helps with pacing and taking appropriate breaks, making it easier to complete long tracking sessions. It's also a nice bonus that they can point out the best photo spots. Additionally, since this tour uses a chartered bus, it's great that we can manage our pace without worrying about the last bus back.

ガイド無しでも登る事は可能なようですが
ガイドさんがいると、ペース配分や適度な休憩があり、長時間のトラッキングも何とかやり遂げる事が出来ました。
ベストフォトスポットを教えてくれるのも嬉しいポイント。
また、こちらのツアーは貸切バスの為、帰りの終バスを気にせずにペース配分してもらえるのがありがたいです。

We were blessed with pleasant sunny weather that wasn't too hot or too cold.

It was the perfect timing for the Jomon Sugi hike, with not too many people around!

We also had a serious guide, which made for a wonderful experience.

Thank you!

暑すぎず寒すぎる、心地よい晴天に恵まれました。
人も多すぎない、ベストタイミングでの縄文杉登山！

まじめなガイドさんにも恵まれて、素晴らしい時間を過ごせました。

ありがとうございます。

The plan included transportation to the trailhead, which was really helpful since the morning was early and my knees were in agony on the way back. I definitely recommend this plan for anyone going!

The local bus was packed, which was unfortunate.

The journey to Jomon Sugi is mostly along a trolley path, and our guide shared various interesting points along the way, making it enjoyable. The final stretch is a tough climb that continues to the third section, but it wasn't too difficult. However, the descent back was quite hard on my knees.

We walked for 11 hours straight, but the excitement of seeing Jomon Sugi and the sense of accomplishment upon returning felt amazing.

Next, I want to try the Shiratani Unsuikyo course as well.

登山口までの送迎付きプランだったのですが、行きは朝が早いし帰りは膝が大爆笑してたのですごく助かりました。これから行く人は絶対このプランがおすすめ！
路線バスは箱詰め状態で可愛そうでした。。
縄文杉までの道のりは2/3はトロッコ道で途中も見所などガイドさんがいろいろ話してくれて楽しく行けました。最後は地獄の登りが三丁目まで続きますが、そんなに大変じゃなかったです。ただ、帰りの下りは結構膝にきました
11時間歩きっぱなしですが、縄文杉を見た感動と帰って来た達成感、充実感がすごく気持ち良かったです。
次は白谷雲水峡コースも行ってみたいです。

Thanks to our knowledgeable and experienced guide, we had a fun round trip! The guide was so capable that I felt they could carry someone on their back and still manage the descent, which made the journey安心. Thank you very much.

We were also blessed with good weather, making it a valuable experience.

Although I was tired from my first trekking experience, it was so enjoyable that I want to visit Mount Miyanoura and Shiratani Unsuikyo as well. I definitely want to do this again!

Make sure to see Jomon Sugi with your own eyes! The image is from the journey.

知識経験豊富なガイドさんのお陰で楽しく往復できました！たぶん人ひとり背負っても下山できるんだろうなと感じるほどの余裕のあるガイドさんで、道中安心でした。ありがとうございました。
天候にも恵まれ、貴重な経験となりました。
初トレッキングで疲れはしましたが、宮之浦岳や白谷雲水峡にもいってみたいと思うほど楽しかったです。ぜひまたお願いしたいです！

縄文杉は皆さんの目でぜひ！画像は道中です

While I didn't know what to expect on the bus ride to the trailhead, I realized at the starting point that I would be climbing with a group of four. Since we were a smaller group compared to others, I could hear the guide's voice clearly. The guide led us with various legends, stories, trivia, and some silly jokes. His tales were very interesting, and the four of us were captivated by that world, making the long hiking trail enjoyable. I would love to travel with that guide again and would recommend him to my friends.

麓からバスで登山口に向かっているときは何もわからないままだったが、スタート地点で4人で一行を組んで上ることがわかった。他のグループに比べて少人数であったので、ガイドの声がよく聞こえた。ガイドは様々な伝説やストーリー、雑学、つまらない冗談を交えて先導してくれた。その話はとても面白く、4人もその世界に吸い込まれ、長い登山路も楽しく過ごすことができた。また、そのガイドと旅をしたいし、友人にお勧めしたいと思う。

I thought we could make it to Jomon Sugi on our own, but since it was a long journey, I'm glad we opted for a tour. However, the guide made a lot of negative comments like, "I’d rather be soaking in a hot spring than doing this," and there were inappropriate remarks like, "This group has the highest average age..." which felt out of place in a group mostly made up of women. I don't think there was any ill intent, but it was disappointing.

縄文杉までは自分たちだけで行けると思いつつ、長い道なのでツアーにしてよかったと思います。ただ、ガイドの方が「こんなことしているより温泉でも入りたい」などネガティブな発言が多かったり、「このグループは最高年齢だから...」と、女性がほとんどのグループの中で不適切に感じる発言が多く聞かれました。悪気はないと思いつつ、残念でした。

The weather on the day was wonderful, and I was very satisfied! I started with a feeling of anxiety in the dark before dawn, but the guide's humorous stories helped make the trekking while enjoying the scenery a pleasant experience. I was glad to have a guide who took great photos as well.

当日はお天気にも恵まれ、大満足❗夜明け前の暗いなか、不安な気持ち でスタートしましたが、ガイドさんのユーモアのあるお話も手伝って景色をみながらのトレッキングは心地よいものでした。
写真も上手にとってくださり、ガイドさん付きで良かったと思いました。

The day before going to Yakushima, I was anxious because the flight was canceled due to strong winds, but the weather improved, and on the day of the hike, we had clear skies, which happen only once or twice a month. The charter bus with no transfers to the trailhead was indeed convenient, allowing us to secure a place for breakfast and use the restroom without any issues, enabling a smooth start to our hike.

The hiking trail itself is well-maintained with trolley paths, wooden paths, and stairs, so I felt there was no worry of getting lost, making it a mountain that one could tackle alone. However, the trolley path is quite long, and there are hardly any signboards, so if I, a beginner with no exercise habits and a woman in my 50s, had gone alone, I think I would have gotten tired of walking and missed out on enjoying the beauty of the mountain. Especially if the weather had been bad... just thinking about it sends shivers down my spine.

While nodding and laughing at the guide's stories, we maintained a perfect pace, and honestly, I thought, "Did we already arrive?" It was such a fun experience meeting Jomon Sugi. The guide said, "You all were invited by Jomon Sugi on such a nice day," and I truly felt like I was "well taken care of," enjoying the mountain to the fullest.

If you want to see Jomon Sugi but are not familiar with the mountains, I absolutely recommend a guided tour! I think it provides peace of mind in case the weather is bad or if any troubles arise.

　屋久島に行く前日は飛行機が欠航になるほどの暴風で不安になっていましたが、天気も回復、登山当日は月に１，２回くらいという快晴になりました。
登山口まで乗り換えなしのチャーターバスはやはり便利で、朝食を食べる場所の確保やトイレ使用も問題なく、スムーズに登山開始できました。
　登山道自体はトロッコ道と木道、階段などで整備された道なので、迷う心配もなく一人でも行ける山だと思いました。でもトロッコ道がとにかく長く、案内板などがほとんどないので、初心者×運動習慣なし×５０代女の私が一人で行ったら、歩き飽きてしまって山の良さを感じることができずに帰ってきただろうなと思います。ましてやもし天気が悪かったら・・・考えただけでゾッとします。
　ガイドさんのお話にうなずいたり笑ったりしながら、ちょうどよいペースで、正直「もう着いちゃったの？」と思うくらい楽しく縄文杉に会ってくることができました。「こんないい日に来た皆さんは、縄文杉から招待されたんですね」と言われましたが、まさに「十分にもてなしてもらった」そんな気分になるくらい気持ちよく山を満喫することができました。
　縄文杉は見たいけど山に不慣れな一人旅にはガイドツアー絶対おススメです！天気が悪かったり、何かトラブルがあったりしたときも安心だと思います。

A veteran guide accompanied our group of five women, including myself, and although it rained from the start, we were treated to many insightful stories and jokes, making our walk enjoyable throughout. Thanks to the guide, we were able to keep going until the end without losing motivation, and I learned a lot. The greenery after the rain was vibrant and beautiful. Hokkaido has a lot of nature, but this place had a completely different charm. I think the scenery is worth the 22-kilometer round trip.

私を含めた女性5人のグループにベテランガイドさんがついてくださって、スタートしてからは雨のお天気でしたが、身になるお話をたくさんしてくださり、そしてジョークも織り交ぜで終始楽しく歩くことができました。ガイドさんがいてくださったおかげで、最後までくじけず歩くことができましたし、とても勉強になりました。雨が降った後の緑はとても生き生きとしていて素晴らしかったです。北海道にも自然はおおくありますが、全く違った良さがありました。往復22キロあるいてでも見るべき景色かと思います。

I participated alone.

I was prepared for the rain, but it continued to fall without stopping, and there were many times when I almost lost heart.

However, just before I thought I couldn't go on anymore, our guide seemed to know exactly when to share information about the forest and took breaks, which helped me regain my strength each time.

The miso soup that was provided during lunch while we were getting drenched in the rain was incredibly delicious! It revived me.

Meeting Jomon Sugi was an emotional experience, but more than anything, I felt a great sense of achievement for walking for 10 hours straight.

In the end, I couldn't properly thank our guide, Matsuda, but I truly appreciate it. The stories about the forest were enjoyable, and thanks to the careful pacing, I was able to complete the hike.

I will visit Yakushima again. I hope it will be sunny next time.

ひとりで参加させていただきました。

雨は覚悟のうえでしたが、ほぼ止むことなく降り続き、何回も心が折れかけました、、

しかし、ガイドさんがもう無理だ！ってなるちょっと前を見計らったかのように、森の説明をいれてくれたり、休憩をはさんでくださり、そのたびになんとか持ち直すことができました。

雨に打たれながらの昼食タイムに差し入れてくださったお味噌汁！最高に美味しかったです。あれで生き返りました。

縄文杉に会えた感動もひとしおでしたが、なにより10時間歩き続けられた達成感が得られました。

最後、ガイドの松田さんにきちんとお礼も伝えられませんでしたが、本当にありがとうございました。いろいろしてくださった森の話、楽しかったです。きっちりペース配分してくださったおかげで、歩ききることができました。

また屋久島に遊びきます。
次は晴れますように、、

There were members in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, and because of the higher age range, the guides were betting on whether they could catch the 5 PM bus. One of the female members, who mentioned her legs were hurting, was told, "It's because you're overweight." While there were some who couldn't catch the 5 PM bus, they were trying hard to make it back together. However, they were not waited for and were told, "Why not just share a taxi?" I won't be using this service again because of such guides.

40,50,60代の方がいるﾒﾝﾊﾞｰで、年齢層が高いためｶﾞｲﾄﾞ同士が17時のﾊﾞｽに乗れるのか賭けをしていました。足が痛いと言う女性の方に『太っているからだ』とも言っていました。17時のﾊﾞｽに乗れない人達もいましたが、間に合うなら一緒に帰りたいと頑張っていたのに、もぉ割り勘でﾀｸｼｰで帰らしたらええやろ？と待ってあげませんでした。こんなｶﾞｲﾄﾞがいるので、もぉ利用しません。

Climbing Yakushima was truly a long journey. The mountain trail itself wasn't difficult, but because of the distance, I think it would be challenging to manage your pace without a guide. The onigiri I had along the way was exceptional!

屋久島登山、本当に長い道のりで山道自体は難しい道ではなかったのですが距離が長いのでガイドさんがいないとペース配分が難しいと思います。途中でたべたおにぎりは格別でした！

Yakushima, which I had always wanted to visit someday, was finally realized this year, considering my age and work situation as the perfect opportunity. It was mid-November, but the weather was warm, and luckily, we hardly encountered any rain.

The tramway path was as long as I expected, but walking while enjoying the scenery made it manageable. The steep mountain trails were not as daunting as I had anticipated, so even someone like me, who doesn't exercise much, was able to walk. The guidance and explanations from our guide were excellent, encouraging us along the way.

A significant advantage of this tour is that we could take a dedicated bus directly to the trailhead. Since we stayed in Awa, which is close to the trailhead, we were able to get some sleep right up until the last minute. A light is essential during this season.

ずっといつかは行きたいと思っていた屋久島。年齢的にも仕事の状況も今年がチャンスと思い、
決行しました。11月中旬でしたが、暖かく、ラッキーにも雨にもほとんど合わなかったです。
トロッコ道は予想通り長かったですが、景色を見ながら歩くとそれほど苦にならず、急な山道も
覚悟していたほど登りばかりではなかったので、日ごろそれほど運動していない私でも歩けました。ガイドさんの誘導、説明もとても良くて、私たちの背中を押してくれました。
このツアーは直接登山口まで専用のバスで行けることが大きなメリットです。登山口に近い安房に宿泊したので、比較的ぎりぎりまで睡眠取れました。この季節、ライトは必需品です。

I participated in the Jomon Sugi tour in late October. I was looking forward to it because I read online that it doesn't rain much in autumn, but unfortunately, it rained. I heard that there are only about 10 sunny days out of 365, so I came to terms with it (laughs).

Even though it was raining, the beauty unique to the rain made the trekking enjoyable, and I didn't feel any discomfort from the rain at all. The guide's talk was also very entertaining, and since there were few hikers, I was able to take a lot of photos, making it a very satisfying trekking experience.

Additionally, this tour doesn't require any bus transfers, which was very appreciated by my tired body, and I'm really glad I chose this tour.

10月下旬縄文杉ツアーに参加しました。秋はそこまで雨に降られないとネットで見たので、楽しみにしていましたが、あいにくの雨でした。365日中10日しか晴れてる日がないそうで、諦めがつきました(笑)
トレッキングは雨でも、雨ならではの美しさがあって、雨の不快感とか全く感じず楽しめました。ガイドさんのトークもとても楽しく、登山者も少なかったので写真も沢山取ってくれて、大大満足のトレッキングとなりました。
また、このツアーはバスの乗り換えもないので、疲れた身体にもとても有難く、このツアーにして本当に良かったなと思っています。

I was worried about muscle pain since I went to Jomon Sugi the day before, but I was fine. The moss was a beautiful, deep green, and I was truly moved by it. The scenery with light streaming in was wonderful and fantastical. This course ends after a short walk into the mossy forest in half a day, but if the itinerary allows, I would have liked to go further to enjoy even denser moss at a leisurely pace. Since my flight was in the afternoon, I felt that a full-day course would also be appealing for next time.

前日に縄文杉まで行ったので筋肉痛が心配でしたが大丈夫でした。緑色がとても濃い綺麗な苔で感動します。光が差し込んだ風景は素晴らしく幻想的です。このコースは半日で苔むす森に少し入ったところで終了ですが旅程が可能ならもっと先まで進んで更に濃い苔を眺めてゆっくりしたかったです。飛行機が午後だったため次回は１日コースも魅力的だなと感じました。

It was mostly trekking in the rain, but I was extremely satisfied! In mid-November, it was rainy, but the climate was warm. However, during breaks, it can get cold from the rain and sweat, and since the weather is unpredictable, I recommend being well-prepared! I think a folding umbrella, waterproof clothing, trekking shoes, gloves, and a light are essential. Since the distance is considerable, if you're feeling anxious, having a trekking pole can make it a bit easier.

Of course, Jomon Sugi was great, but I was surprised by Wilson Cedar! I think women will involuntarily exclaim!

The highlight was the guide! I was able to meet a wonderful guide and truly had a fun time! Thank you so much! I will definitely visit Yakushima again, so I hope to see you then! ✨

ほぼ雨の中でのトレッキングでしたが、大大大満足でした！
11月中旬で雨でしたが、気候は暖かかったです。ただ、休憩中は雨と汗で冷えるのと、天候がわからないので、装備はしっかり整えて行くことをおすすめします！折りたたみ傘、防水性の服、トレッキングシューズ、手袋、ライトは必用だと思います。距離があるので、不安な方は、ステッキがあると少しは楽だと思います。

縄文杉はもちろんよかったですが、ウィルソン杉は、びっくりしました！女性の方は思わず声をあげると思います！

一番はガイドさんです！とっても素敵なガイドさんにお逢いできて、本当に楽しい時間を過ごすことができました！おいちゃん、ありがとうございましたm(__)m
また是非屋久島へ遊びに行きますので、その時にはまたお願いします✨

Jomon Sugi is tough, and I was quite intimidated, but it's definitely a worthwhile experience, so if you're going to Yakushima, you should definitely go. The trolley path is indeed long, but the scenery is wonderful and breathtaking, and there is a lot of beautiful moss, so I personally didn't get bored. On the contrary, I was filled with negative ions and adrenaline, and it was fun. They say Yakushima has a lot of rain, but being blessed with good weather might have contributed to my enjoyment. I thought trekking in the rain might feel long. Also, being able to reach the trailhead without any transfers from the accommodation is a merit of this tour. There are some steep paths where you have to choose which rocks to step on, but the sense of achievement when you reach Jomon Sugi is quite significant! I think if you wear comfortable trekking shoes and get plenty of sleep, it will become a fun lifelong memory!

縄文杉は辛い、大変だとかなりびびってましたが絶対に価値のある体験なので屋久島に行くなら是非とも行くべきです。確かにﾄﾛｯｺ道は長いですが
景色が素晴らしく絶景ですし、綺麗な苔がたくさんあるので私は特に飽きませんでした。むしろ、ﾏｲﾅｽｲｵﾝとｱﾄﾞﾚﾅﾘﾝがでまくりで楽しかったです。屋久島は雨がとても多いといいますがお天気に恵まれてたのも楽しめた要因かもしれません。雨のなかのﾄﾚｯｷﾝｸﾞは長く感じてしまうかもと思いました。また宿から乗り換えなしで登山口まで行けるのもこのﾂｱｰのﾒﾘｯﾄです。途中、どの岩を選んですすめばいいのかみたいな険しい道もありますが縄文杉にたどり着いた達成感はかなりのものです！
はきなれたﾄﾚｯｷﾝｸﾞｼｭｰｽﾞとたっぷりの睡眠をとれば楽しい一生の思い出になると思います！

The 10-hour hike was truly a courageous endeavor, but I can wholeheartedly say it was worth it. It rained all day, and there was hardly any sunshine, but our guide explained various things about Yakushima and shared stories, which made the experience enjoyable until the end. The guide's brightness and gentle consideration, along with their enthusiasm, really helped us along the way. The nature of Yakushima is also wonderful, and the pleasant feeling of being surrounded by moss and water is something you can't experience anywhere else. I want to go again, and I would definitely like to request the same guide next time.

10時間はとっても勇気のいる登山でしたが、行ってよかったと心から思えます。
その日は一日中雨が降り、日差しもほとんどない中歩きましたが、ガイドさんが屋久島について色々なことを解説やお話ししてくださったので、最後まで楽しく過ごせました。
ガイドさんの明るさと優しい気遣い、そして勢いで引っ張っていただきました。屋久島の自然も素晴らしく、苔や水に囲まれる心地よい感覚は、他では味わえません。
また行きたいので、その時も是非お願いしたいです。

I felt that our guide, Mr. Manabe, was very kind. He introduced us to various aspects of Jomon Sugi. Thank you for the hospitality with the miso soup during lunch. I'm glad I came to Yakushima. Thank you, Mr. Manabe.

ガイドの真辺さんが優しくしてくれていいなと感じました。縄文杉についていろいろ紹介してくれました。昼飯の時、味噌汁のおもてなしをしてくださいましてありがとうございした。屋久島にきてよかった。真辺さん、ありがとうございました。