All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I am a local, but I participated with a friend who came from Osaka. I was looking forward to sightseeing in various places, but it felt a bit greedy, as there seemed to be little time at each location. Especially at Lake Toya, we had free time for lunch, but the restaurant we happened to choose was crowded, and we ended up just eating without even seeing the lake. There were many foreigners among the participants, as mentioned by those who had joined before, but thanks to the guide's excellent language skills in Japanese, English, and Chinese, everything went smoothly without any issues. I think it's great for those visiting Hokkaido for the first time, as they can visit popular tourist spots.

私は地元ですが、大阪から来たお友達と一緒に参加しました。
あちこち観光出j来るので楽しみにしていましたが、やはり少し欲張りのようで、見学場所の時間が少ないように感じました。
特に洞爺湖では自由昼食時間でしたが、たまたま選んだレストランが混んでいて、食べるだけで湖も見ずに終わりました。
参加者は以前参加した方の書き込み通り外国人が多く、しかしガイドさんの日本語英語中国語と素晴らしい語学力でトラブルも無く終わりました。
北海道が初めての人には人気観光地が回れ、良いかなと思います。

It was amazing!
My group consisted of six people in their 20s and 30s, plus our guide.
The guide was friendly and checked in on our condition regularly.
Since it was a younger group, the walking pace was fast and it was tough, but it felt like they adjusted appropriately for each group.
In exchange, they allowed us some time at the end to dip our feet in the river as a form of icing! I really felt the difference in my legs afterward. (I wished I could have soaked up to my thighs... Walking dries you out, so I thought it might have been better to wet my sports tights by going into the river...)
The return bus time was fixed, so if we missed it, we would be left behind, but the guide planned everything well, and we made it back just in time at 16:45.
On this day (September 19), there were fewer people, which allowed us to spend more time at key spots and take fun photos!
Snacks are essential (I mostly ate on the way there. I didn't take much on the way back since I had a bento in my stomach!). Even if it's sunny, the area around Jomon Sugi can be windy and cold, which feels refreshing for a hot body, but it gets really cold during lunch, so rain gear is a must!
Quick-drying T-shirts are essential! The 6:00 departure this time was fine without a headlamp as it got bright enough. According to the guide, it's right on the edge of needing one or not.
You can fill your water bottle at more than five places (including the river), so if you bring a 500ml bottle of water and a 500ml sports drink, you can keep refilling as long as you don't mind the river water!
I drank over 2 liters during this hike (in September). There were only two proper toilets, but it was fine since I was sweating it out. There is also a portable toilet near Jomon Sugi, so having one portable toilet is a good idea.
The two toilets had toilet paper.
I thought about bringing work gloves, but there weren't many trees or rocks that would hurt my hands, so I managed without them (as long as you don't slip!).
There were wooden benches and stones at key rest spots where we could take a break. Unless it rains heavily, you might not need an umbrella or leisure sheet since you'll be covered by trees and leaves, but a folding umbrella is essential! Mountain weather can change suddenly!
Trekking poles are a must for those who aren't confident in their stamina! I borrowed one from the guide.

There might be a lot I haven't written about...
Let's try to keep our backpacks light and avoid bringing unnecessary items!

最高でした！
私のグループは20代から30代の6人+ガイドさん
ガイドさんがフレンドリーで体調も都度確認してくれました。
若めなグループだったせいか、歩くスピードが早くて大変でしたが、多分グループ毎に適切な対応を取ってくれている感じでした。
そのかわりアイシングがわりに川に足を入る時間を最後取ってくれたりしてくれました！後日、足の具合が全然違うのを実感してます。(太腿まで浸かりたかった...歩いていると乾燥するからスポーツタイツ濡らしても川にはいれば良かったかも...と後日)
帰りのバスの時間が決定しているので乗れなければ置いて行かれるので時間厳守ガイドさんがちゃんと予定を組んでいただき16:45ギリギリで帰って来れました。
今回(9/19)は人が少なかったお陰で要所滞在時間が取れて楽しく写真を撮れました！
行動食(私はほとんど行きで食べました。帰りはお弁当がお腹にあるのであまり取らなかった！)必須、晴れててもこの日の縄文杉付近は風が寒く熱った体には涼しいですが、お弁当中はすごく寒くなってしまうのでレインウェア必須！
速乾性のTシャツ必須！今回の6:00出発はヘッドライトなしで明るくなり大丈夫でした！ガイドさんが言うには丁度いるかいらないかの境目らしい。
水は五箇所以上(川を含め)でペットボトルに入れれるので、水ペット500㎖以上、スポーツドリンク500㎖合計2本ほど持っていけば川の水が気にならなければ、ずっと足して行けます！
私はこの登山中2ℓ以上は飲みました(9月で)。トイレは2ヶ所(ちゃんとした)しかなかったですが、汗で出て行って大丈夫でしたが、縄文杉付近で携帯用トイレを使えるトイレもあります。なので携帯用トイレ1つはあると良いです。
トイレ2ヶ所はトイレットペーパーあります。
軍手もと思ってましたが手を傷つけるような木や岩はあまりなく、素手で行けました(足を滑らせないことが前提で！)
要所で休憩スポット木のベンチや石があり休めました。大雨が降らない限り木と葉っぱで覆われて傘やレジャーシートはいらないかも、でも折りたたみ傘は必須！山の天気は急変します！
トレッキングポール、体力に自信がない人必須ですよー！私はガイドさんの借りていまいました。

書けてないことが色々ありそうですが...
なるべくいらない物は持って行かないようにリュックは軽く行きましょう！

I experienced snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). It was my first time, but thanks to the exciting talks and reassuring support, I had a very enjoyable day. I was happy to feel the great nature of Iriomote Island. Thank you very much. I would love to join the tour again and fully enjoy Iriomote Island!

シュノーケリングとsupを体験しました。初めての体験でしたがワクワクするようなトークと安心できるサポートのおかげでとても楽しい一日でした。西表島の大自然を感じることができて嬉しかったです。ありがとうございました。また、ツアー参加して西表島を堪能したいです！

This was my first bus tour with my 6-year-old child, and we are both in our 30s.

**Important Note:** We gathered at the regular bus stop inside the North Exit concourse, but first, we needed to complete the ticketing process at the sightseeing bus reception inside the station. After checking in, we were guided to the boarding bus stop, which was reassuring. However, the initial check-in was a bit confusing, and I was anxious right before it, so I advise those who are not familiar to be cautious!

**During the Trip:** After that, traveling with my 6-year-old was smooth, and we had no issues with the timing or breaks. We successfully made the round trip to the zoo. The gelato from Iwase Farm on the way back had a wonderful milk aroma, and it was refreshingly delicious, no coffee needed!

**At the Zoo:** We spent about 3 hours exploring the zoo with my child, enjoying the sights and purchasing souvenirs without feeling rushed. The weather was cloudy with a temperature of 15.3°C, and the animals from the northern regions were relatively lively! The penguins didn't fly, but the wolves were quite active.

バスツアーに慣れていない30代&6歳の子供との2人参加です。
【注意事項】北口コンコース内定期バス停留所に集合ですが、まずは駅構内の観光バス受付で発券手続きが必要です。受付後は乗車バス停まで案内してもらえるので安心ですが、最初の受付がわかりにくく直前がヒヤヒヤでしたので、慣れていらっしゃらない方ご注意ください！
【移動中】その後は、6歳の子供と一緒でしたが途中休憩のタイミング、時間とも問題なく無事に動物園往復できました。帰りの岩瀬牧場さんのジェラートはミルクの香りがとてもよく、後味さっぱり美味で、コーヒーいらずでした。
【動物園】動物園では3時間子供と8割程度の散策とお土産購入を行いましたがゆったり時間に追われることなく見たいもの、体験したいもの制覇可能でした。当日は曇りで気温15.3℃で北国の動物は比較的元気でした！ペンギンは空を飛んでしませんでしたが、オオカミは活発でした。

I was moved by the sight of the female driver and tour guide, as well as the captain skillfully navigating the sightseeing boat.

The exploration tour that took us to three islands was wonderful. The sea and sky were simply beautiful.

ツアーを運行する女性ドライバー兼添乗員さん、遊覧船を自在に操船する船長さん、女性が活躍する姿に感動しました。

3島いいとこ取りの探検ツアー素晴らしかったです。うみと空がとにかく美しい。

I had a fulfilling day!
I was waiting in the lobby of the REI Hotel, but I think there were probably people waiting outside as well. The guide wasn't wearing anything that indicated they were with the bus company, so I was a bit flustered at first because I couldn't tell if they were the person in charge. However, since many people started gathering, I thought it must be them, and when I approached, I was right!
Seating was on a first-come, first-served basis, and people who checked in with the guide boarded the bus in order. In my case, it seemed to fill from the front. The window seats tend to fill up quickly. So, those who checked in later or boarded from the TV tower often ended up in the back or on the aisle. Once you sit down, that seat is fixed for the rest of the tour.
This tour was fully booked with 44 participants, and there were 14 people from Japan. I think many of the international guests were from Taiwan and South Korea. Everyone was very polite and adhered strictly to the schedule. In fact, they were so punctual that when I returned to the bus just two minutes before the meeting time, everyone was already seated, and I worried a few times that I was late!
Our guide, Catherine, was cheerful and hardworking, which was lovely. There were many explanations in Chinese and English, but since many international guests were visiting Hokkaido for the first time, she provided a lot of information about Hokkaido's culture. I’m not too particular about the guide, but I hope the international guests get to appreciate the good things about Japan.
I participated alone, but it was totally fine, and Catherine even kindly offered to take pictures. Thank you!
I think this applies to any tour, but the weather can really affect the experience. It was cloudy until the afternoon, and unfortunately, it rained at Lake Shikotsu. I definitely want to go again when the weather is nice!
Thank you to our driver, Kurata, for the long hours of service.

充実した１日になりました！
REIホテルの中のロビーで待っていましたが、おそらく外で待ってた人もいたと思います。ガイドさんがバス会社の目印など持っていたりするわけではなく、私服のような格好だったので最初は担当の方なのか分からず少し焦りました。でもたくさんの人が集まってきてたのでなんとなくそうだろうなーと思って話かけたら合ってました！
席は自由席で、ガイドさんに受付した人から順にバスに乗ります。私のときは前から埋まっていく感じでした。窓側も埋まりやすいです。なので受付が後になった人やテレビ塔から乗る人は後ろの席だったり、通路側になることが多いと思います。最初に座った席でその後は固定です。
今回のツアーは44名の満席で日本の方は14名でした。海外の方はおそらく台湾や韓国の方々が多かったと思います。みなさんマナーよく時間も厳守してました。むしろ厳守しすぎてて、私が集合時間の2分前にバスに戻ったりするとみんな揃って座っていて、逆に遅れてしまったのかと何度か焦りました笑
ガイドのキャサリンさんはニコニコしていて一生懸命で可愛らしかったです。中国語、英語の説明が多かったですが、海外の人は北海道初めてくる方が多いので説明多めにしますと北海道の文化をたくさん説明してました。私はそこまでガイドにこだわってないので、海外の人に日本のいいところが伝わるといいなーと思いました。
ひとり参加でしたが全然大丈夫でしたし、キャサリンさんも写真撮ろうかと気を遣って声をかけてくれました。ありがとう！
あとどのツアーでもそうだと思いますが、天気にすごく左右されると思います。今回は昼過ぎまで曇り、支笏湖はあいにく雨でした。今度は晴れてるときに是非行きたいです！
ドライバーのクラタさんも長時間ありがとうございました。

This was my first time participating, and I was very satisfied with how beautifully the photos turned out. Since it happened to be during a new moon, the stars were visible like in a planetarium, which was lovely.

When you arrive at the meeting place, the golf course, I recommend waiting outside instead of in your car. It seems there were others scheduled for the same time, and those waiting outside the car were prioritized.

今回初めて参加しましたが、とても綺麗に撮って頂きとても満足でした。
たまたま新月のときだったので、星がプラネタリウムのようによく見えて綺麗でした。

待ち合わせ場所のゴルフ場についたら、車の中で待たずに外で待つ事をおすすめします、同じ時間からの撮影の方が他にも居るみたいで、先に車の外で待ってる人優先でした。

The bus was fully booked with over 40 participants. I was the only Japanese person, along with one Italian, one Canadian, and the rest were all Chinese (including Taiwanese and Hong Kong people due to the current situation). The guide could speak both Japanese and English reasonably well, but the guiding content was only in Chinese. However, within the range I could understand, there were many explanations about local specialties, how to worship at shrines and temples, and how to enjoy the lunch menu, which were mostly unnecessary for Japanese participants, so I didn't have any particular difficulties. During lunch, I attended to the Western participants and provided additional explanations in English about the meal and how to eat it (please send me the tips).

As long as you remember the departure time and meeting place (which were explained in both Japanese and English), there shouldn't be any issues. However, the excursion lasting over 12 hours felt a bit too packed. But there was enough time at each location, so it wasn't a rushed tour. There were also ample restroom breaks.

I recommend it if you are confident in your physical stamina.

バスは満席状態で参加人数は40人超え，参加者は日本人が私一人とイタリア人，カナダ人がそれぞれ一人，あとは全員中国人（と言っても情勢から台湾人と香港人）ガイドさんは日本語も英語もそれなりにできるが，ガイド内容は中国語だけ．とはいえ，聞き取れる範囲では，それぞれの街での名物や，神社仏閣の参拝の仕方，ランチメニューの食べ方など，日本人には説明不要なものが多かったので，特に不自由なし．ランチ時は欧米人には私がアテンドし，食事の内容や食べ方を英語で補足説明（ギャラ寄越せ）．
出発時間と待ち合わせ場所（これは日本語と英語で説明してくれた）さえ覚えておけば問題なし．
但し12時間超えのエクスカーションは詰め込みすぎの感じも．でも各場所での滞在時間は十分にあったので弾丸ツアーではない．トイレ休憩も万全．
体力に自信があるならおすすめです．

We participated with our 4-year-old and 7-year-old. The staff members were great at getting everyone excited from the bus ride, making it a fun tour! We got to see the coconut crab that the kids wanted to see, and the starry sky was amazing. The whole family was very satisfied. We would love to join another tour next time! Thank you!

4歳・7歳の子連れで参加しました。
スタッフのお兄さんたちは、行きのバスから色々と盛り上げてくださって、楽しいツアーでした！
子供たちが見たがっていたヤシガニも見られましたし、星空もすごかったです。
家族みんな大満足。
今度は他のツアーも参加してみたいです！
ありがとうございました！

It felt open like a London bus, and when it started to drizzle, they distributed poncho-type rain gear, allowing us to enjoy sightseeing with peace of mind. Fortunately, the rain stopped quickly, so we were able to stick to our plans and visit all the places we intended. When I got home and told my family about it, everyone said they wanted to try it too.

ロンドンバスみたいで開放感があり、雨がポツポツしてきたらポンチョタイプの雨具の配布があり、安心して観光ができました。幸い雨は一瞬でやんだので、その後の予定も変更する事なく、全て立ち寄る事ができよかったです。家に帰り家族に話したところ、みんな乗ってみたいと言っていました。

Although I was a bit anxious due to the rain just before the night tour, I had an amazing time. From the moment we arrived, the starry sky was beautiful, and I was so moved to see fireflies that all my worries disappeared! We then ventured into the jungle, where our tour guide provided detailed explanations, and we were able to spot many creatures like coconut crabs and giant land crabs at various spots.

I will never forget the starry sky we saw on the sandy beach! I had no idea there were such beautiful stars. As beginners in night tours, we had a fantastic experience. I definitely want to come back to Iriomote Island! Please let us join the tour again next time!!!

直前に雨が降り少し不安な中のナイトツアーでしたが、非常に楽しむことが出来ました。
着いた瞬間から星空が綺麗で、蛍まで見ることができ感動し不安は吹き飛びました！そこからジャングルの中を進み、ツアーガイドの方が丁寧に説明してくださり色んなスポットでヤシガニやオオヤドカリなどたくさんの生き物を見つける事が出来ました。
特に砂浜で見た星空は忘れられません！こんなに綺麗な星空があるとは知りませんでした☺️✨
ナイトツアー初心者の二人でしたが、とても楽しむ事が出来ました。
また西表島に来たいと思います！ぜひその時はまたツアーに参加させてください！！！

They also provided advice on seasickness and motion sickness from snorkeling, and they subtly checked on my condition, which made me feel very reassured about participating. The sea was very calm and beautiful, so I was able to enjoy myself without any worries.

They recommended some great restaurants and bento shops, and their explanations were clear and thorough. After our lunch break, I chatted with other participants about what we had eaten, creating a very friendly atmosphere in the group.

For the canoe or SUP and mangrove tour experience in the afternoon, I think it’s best to wear clothes that you don’t mind getting wet. The final activity was an exceptionally pleasant experience. Since there was also a trekking element, I was able to connect with the nature of Iriomote Island, and thanks to our knowledgeable guide, I really grew to love the island.

The guides from pipi were mostly young, but I felt that each one of them had a pleasant demeanor and was very trustworthy.

Thank you to Yuuma and everyone at pipi for a wonderful time.

They also took plenty of photos of each participant group during the tour (the camera angles were fantastic), allowing us to focus on having fun.

*For those going to the mangroves, it might be better to avoid sleeveless tops and having insect repellent spray could be helpful. I got bitten by mosquitoes ten times on one arm alone!

船酔いやシュノーケルの波酔いの相談も受けてくれて、さり気なく体調を気にかけて頂き、とても安心して参加できました。
とても穏やかで綺麗な海だったので、心配もどこ吹く風で楽しく過ごせました。

おすすめの定食屋さんやお弁当屋さんも教えてくださり、わかりやすく丁寧で。お昼休憩の後にグループが一緒になった参加者の方と、何を食べたかの話をしたりと、とても和やかな雰囲気のグループとなりました。

午後からのカヌーorSUP、マングローブツアー体験は是非濡れても良い格好で参加されると良いと思います。
最後のお楽しみは格別に気持ちの良い体験となります◎
トレッキングの要素も含まれていたので、西表島の自然に触れ合うことができ、知識の豊富なガイドさんのおかげで島のことがとっても好きになりました。

pipiさんのガイドの方は若い方が多く見られましたが、どの人も気持ちの良い雰囲気でしっかりと信頼のおける方達だと感じました。

担当のユウマさんはじめ、pipiの皆様。楽しい時間をありがとうございます。

ツアー中の写真も各参加グループごとにたくさん撮ってくれるので(カメラアングルも素晴らしい)集中して遊べます♪

※マングローブに行く方は、ノースリーブは控えて、虫除けスプレーがあると良いかもしれません。片腕だけで10ヶ所しっかりと蚊に食われました笑

I was a bit worried about joining the local tour alone and feeling out of place, but I had such a fun time that it didn't matter at all!

Both the bus guide and the lady from the mangrove tour were great at chatting, and I never got bored listening to them.

There were water buffalo and live music, which was very soothing, and I also enjoyed taking commemorative photos with the water buffalo!

初めて現地ツアー参加（1人だし浮くかな？）と思っていましたが気にならないぐらい楽しいひと時を過ごせました！

バスの添乗員さん、マングローブツアーのお姉さん共にお喋りが上手で聞いていて飽きませんでした。

水牛も弾き語りもあって癒されたし水牛と記念撮影もできて楽しかったです！

I was surprised to see it almost fully booked even on a weekday, but considering the distance from Sapporo, I hesitated to go by rental car, so I used this tour. I didn't realize that with Chuo Bus, it was necessary to issue the boarding ticket at their counter inside the station before boarding, but I managed to get on without any issues. During the trip, I thoroughly enjoyed the explanations from the "professional guide," which kept the passengers engaged. Although we faced some rain and wind, the weather cleared up at the key spots, allowing us to enjoy the summer Shakotan Peninsula. I also enjoyed a delicious seafood bowl for lunch. Thank you very much.

平日ながらほぼ満席で驚きましたが、札幌からの距離もあってレンタカーで行くのはちょっとためらわれたので、本ツアーを利用しました。
中央バスさんの場合、乗車前に駅内の同社カウンターでの乗車券発券が必要であることは気付きませんでしたが、無事に乗車。
道中はさすが「プロのガイドさん」の乗客を飽きさせない説明を堪能させていただきました。
雨や風にも見舞われましたが、「ここぞ」というスポットでは天候も回復し、夏の積丹半島を楽しむことができました。昼食（海鮮丼）もおいしくいただきました。
ありがとうございました。

It was my first time on Iriomote Island! I was able to do everything I wanted in one day on the Mangrove Barasu Island course✨ The explanations about the island and the plants were fascinating, and the guides were very kind, making it a fun experience♪

初めての西表島でした！
マングローブ・バラス島のコースで、1日でやりたかったことができました✨
島や植物の説明なども興味深く、ガイドさんたちもとっても親切で楽しむことができました♪

Lydia, our tour guide, was very clear and worked hard, which made it a lot of fun. We had plenty of time to see each place, and I think we were able to visit all the highlights. I would like to use this service again if the opportunity arises.

添乗員のリディアさんもわかりやすく一生懸命頑張ってたので、とても楽しかったです。各場所を見る時間もたっぷりとあり、有名どころの良い所は全て見れたと思います。又、機会があれば利用したいと思う。

The location was great, and they captured the breathtaking moment of the moon and stars as the moon set! The staff was friendly and gave us tips on poses and photography, making the shoot enjoyable! A shooting star was also captured, making it the best memory of the trip! ♪

ロケーションもよくて、月が沈む瞬間の月と星の絶景の瞬間を写真に納めてくれました！
お兄さんも気さくで、ポーズや写真のアドバイスもしてくれ楽しく撮影してくれました！
流れ星も写っていて、旅行で一番の思い出です♪

We participated as a family of three. It was our first time in Miyako Island, and this sea turtle snorkeling experience became our best memory. The responses to our questions before the tour were very thorough, which made us feel at ease to join. The guide was also very kind and cheerful, and we were able to see 4 to 5 sea turtles! The photos sent to us after the tour were incredibly beautiful, including close-up shots of the sea turtles and pictures of Nemo, in addition to our family photos. I believe Miyako Island is a place worth visiting only if you go into the sea. I definitely want to participate in this tour again the next time I visit! 😊

家族3人で参加しました。宮古島は初めてだったのですがこのウミガメシュノーケリングが1番の思い出になりましたツアー前の質問にも丁寧にご回答いただき安心して参加することが出来ました。
またガイドの方もとても親切で明るく、ウミガメも4〜5匹見ることが出来ました！
ツアー後に送って下さった写真もすごく綺麗で、家族写真以外にもウミガメの至近距離写真やニモの写真などもありました。
宮古島は海に入ってこそ行く価値のある場所だと思います。また次に訪れる時も必ずこちらのツアーに参加したいと思います(^^)

It was a bus tour that covered the main tourist attractions in Ishigaki. The guide this time was said to be the only male guide from the operating company. The weather was nice, and the guided tour, filled with jokes, allowed us to have a great time!

石垣の主要な観光地を網羅したバスツアーでした。今回のガイドさんは運行会社で唯一の男性ガイドさんだそうです。天候も良く、ジョーク交えてのガイドは楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました！

I chose this tour because I didn't have much time in Sapporo, and it allowed me to see a lot in a short period. It was a route that would have been difficult to navigate alone, so I appreciated it. The seafood bowl at the outer market was also delicious.

This isn't the company's fault, but there was a participant who didn't show up at the meeting time at the outer market, which made me worry about my return flight schedule.

札幌滞在時間があまりなかったので、しっかり回れるこのツアーを選びました。
なかなか一人では回れないコースだったので、ありがたかったです。
場外市場の海鮮丼も美味しかったです。

これは会社さんのせいではないのですが、
場外市場で集合時間になっても全く現れない参加者がいらして、
帰りの飛行機の時間が心配になってしまいました。

Since I participated in late August, the lavender season had already ended, but the scenery was still beautiful, and I was able to see a lot of colorful flowers, which was great. The food was delicious, and I had just the right amount of time to look at souvenirs; I thought it was a well-balanced itinerary.

8月下旬に参加したのでラベンダーのシーズンは終わっていましたが、それでも景色がよく、色とりどりの花をたくさん見ることができてよかったです。
食事もおいしかったし、おみやげを見る時間もちょうどよく、バランスの取れた行程だと思いました。

I participated in this trip alone. I was worried since there were many families, but at each destination, the guide was there waiting for us, so I could join without getting lost. When I arrived at Taketomi Island, I was able to choose the course I wanted to experience. It was a very satisfying trip to Okinawa. Thank you very much.

一人旅での参加でした。
ご家族連れの方が多い中で心配でしたが行く先々にしっかりとガイドさんが待っていてくださるので迷うことなく参加できました。
竹富島に着いた際には自分で体験したいコースを選択できます。
大満足の沖縄旅行でした。
ありがとうございました。

It was so much fun! The sea turtle was so focused on its meal that it didn't pay us any mind. The sea turtle was, of course, adorable, but I also enjoyed the coral and Nemo. I think it's a safe option for beginners and small children since you don't have to go too far out with the beach entry. I thought the suggestion to change days based on the tide conditions was wonderful. Thank you, guide! (I had someone pulling my float the whole time.)

楽しかったあー。
海亀さんは、食事に夢中で、私たちには関知せずでしたが。海亀さんは、もちろん可愛いかったけれど、珊瑚も、ニモも、楽しめました。ビーチエントリーで、あまり沖まで行かないなど、初めての方、小さいお子様も、安心できると思います。潮の状態の良い日に変更提案等、対応も、素敵と、思いました。
ガイドさん、ありがとうございました。(ずっと浮輪を引っ張ってもらったのです)

I am very satisfied with how beautifully it was done. It was so good that I would like to use it again when I go back. Thank you very much.

とても綺麗にとっていただき大満足です。また行った時には利用したいと思える程良かったです。ありがとございました。

I participated in a tour of Kiyomizu-dera and other sites on September 19. The tour guide was a wonderful person. Most of the participants were from English-speaking countries, but there were a few Japanese people, including myself, and I think it was challenging for her to explain in both English and Japanese. She always maintained a smile and worked hard to provide clear and thorough explanations, which was very good. As the tour was coming to an end, everyone erupted into applause, almost like a standing ovation. Of course, we couldn't stand up since we were on the bus, but I felt that everyone was filled with gratitude. Thank you very much for a truly enjoyable bus tour today.

9月19日に清水寺他のツアーに参加しました。
ツアーガイドの方はとてもステキな方でした。殆どが英語圏の人でしたが
私を含めて数人の日本人がおり彼女は英語と日本語での説明して大変だった
と思います。常に笑顔を絶やさず一生懸命に丁寧にわかりやすくてとても
良かったです。ツアーも終わりにちかづき皆があたかもスタンデイング
オべシヨンのような拍手が湧き上がました。
もちろん走行中でしたので立ち上がる事は出来ませんが皆が感謝の気持ちで
いっぱいであったと感じました。
今日一日楽しいバスツアーを本当にありがとうございました。

I participated on the day I arrived at Ishigaki Island Airport at 6 PM. I wanted to enjoy activities even with an evening arrival, and the meeting time was set for 7:30 PM, which was a bit late, so that was my motivation to join. In the end, it was definitely the right decision to participate!!

Here are some specific details:

- You can borrow rubber boots (you can go without socks if you don't mind).
- It was late September, but I didn't get too sweaty. My clothes didn't get very dirty as long as I didn't fall.
- I think long sleeves and long pants are better, but I didn't get bitten by bugs thanks to the insect spray provided.
- The guide explained various creatures and terrains, which was very enjoyable!
- The chance of encountering a coconut crab was said to be 50%, and I was able to see one towards the end!
- It was a crescent moon night with few clouds, so I could see many stars and the Milky Way, which was beautiful.
- On the way back, we arrived at the remote island terminal around 10 PM, and it was also possible to have dinner at an izakaya in town afterward.

The staff were very pleasant as well! I plan to participate in other activities too!

18時石垣島空港着の日に参加しました。
夕方着でもアクティビティを楽しみたく、集合時間が19時半と遅めだったのが参加したきっかけです。
結果、参加して大正解でした！！

以下、具体的な情報です。

・長靴は貸していただけます（靴下は気にならなければなしでOK）
・9月下旬でしたが、汗だくにまではならなかったです。服装も転ばなければすごく汚れはしませんでした
・長袖長ズボンの方が良いとは思いますが、貸し出しの虫スプレーをすれば虫には刺されませんでした
・ガイドさんが色々な生物や地形の解説をしてくれ、とても楽しいです！
・ヤシガニは遭遇率50%とのことでしたが、最後の方に見れました！
・三日月で雲の少ない日だったので、たくさんの星や天の川が見え、綺麗でした
・帰りは離島ターミナルに22時くらいに到着し、その後街の居酒屋で夕飯を食べることも可能です

スタッフさんも感じが良い方でした♪
他のアクティビティも参加しようと思います！

The weather was perfect, and the views were amazing, making this my best memory in Miyako Island! The instructor was very kind, and I felt safe during the experience! I was able to see a lot of fish while snorkeling! The clownfish, in particular, was cute and left a strong impression on me. The scenery while paddleboarding was wonderful, and falling into the sea from the paddleboard felt refreshing because the water was cool. Everything was just fantastic! I want to experience it again when I come back to Miyako Island! ☺️☺️☺️

最高の天気、最高の景色で宮古島に来て1番の思い出になりました！
インストラクターさんもとっても優しく、安心して体験が出来ました！シュノーケリングではたくさんの魚を見ることが出来ました！特にクマノミは可愛くて印象に残っています。サップでは素敵な景色が見ることができ、またサップから海に落ちるのは海が冷たくて気持ちよかったです。とにかく全てが最高でした！
また宮古島に来たら体験したいです☺️☺️☺️

This time, I wanted to ride a water buffalo cart that walks on water, so I joined a plan that included Yubu Island. On the day of the trip, the weather was clear, and the boat ride to the island was fantastic with a pleasant breeze. During the mangrove tour, the staff provided detailed explanations, making it very easy to understand. While riding the water buffalo cart, I enjoyed various explanations and even live performances on the sanshin. Upon arriving at Yubu Island, I was able to enjoy delicious bento boxes. The stay on Yubu Island was 90 minutes, which I thought was a bit short to explore leisurely, but I still had a great time. Traveling to each location was smooth by boat or bus, so I was very satisfied with my experience on both islands.

今回は水の上を歩く水牛車に乗りたくて、由布島が含まれるプランに参加しました。
当日は晴天で、島に向かうまでの船も風が気持ち良くて最高でした。
マングローブ遊覧では、スタッフの方が詳しく解説してくださるので、とてもわかりやすかったです。
水牛車に乗っている際もいろんな解説や三線の弾き語りまで満喫できました。
由布島に着くと、どれも美味しいお弁当を食べることができました。由布島の滞在時間は90分なのですが、ゆっくり色々見て回るには、少し短いかなと思いましたが、それでも十分満喫できました。
どの場所に行くにも、船やバスなどスムーズなので、二つの島を存分に楽しめて大満足です。

The car was very clean, and they guided us to the entrance of the tourist spot. They also provided helpful time advice, which was greatly appreciated. They took photos for us with great care. It was a very fulfilling and enjoyable day! Thank you.

車の中がすごくきれいで、観光地の入口までに案内していただきます。
時間のアドバイスもしてくれたり、すごく助かります。
写真もご丁寧にとっていただきました。
とても充実で楽しい一日でした！
ありがとうございます。

Since it was a tour with foreign participants, there were many explanations in English and fewer in Japanese, which was a bit disappointing. It was difficult to walk while looking at the map to keep to the meeting time, and I was scared of getting lost. I wished the map was a bit clearer and that it showed the walking time as well.

外国の方と一緒のツァーだったので、説明が英語が多く、日本語が少なかったのが、少し残念でした。
待ち合わせ時間を守るために、地図を見ながら、歩くのが大変で、
道に迷うのが怖かったです。
地図をもう少し分かりやすく、歩いてかかる時間も、表示してほしかったです。