All Reviews for Bus Tours

I don't think the Kannon statue at the first spot (perhaps a substitute for the monkey facility that might be closed) is necessary. I believe it's better for individuals to visit places related to faith on their own.

Instead, it would have been better to visit unique places in Shodoshima, like the Soy Sauce Village or the Somen Museum.

The guide's explanations were very good, and thank you to the driver for the smooth driving.

最初のスポットの観音像（もしかしたら休園中の猿の施設の代替）は要らないんじゃないでしょうか。信仰が絡む場所は個人で寄られた方がよいと思います。
その分、醤の郷やそうめん館など、小豆島ならではの場所に行くことができたらもっとよかったです。
ガイドさんの案内はとてもよかったです。ドライバーさんも滑らかな運転ありがとうございました。

I was able to visit Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island in one day. On Taketomi Island, I rented a bicycle and rode to a beach with star sand, where I got so caught up in searching for star sand that I lost track of time and suddenly it was time to return to the boat. Next time, I would like to take it a bit more leisurely.

西表島、由布島、竹富島を1日でまわれました。
竹富島ではレンタサイクルで星砂のあるビーチまで行き夢中になって星砂探しをしていてあっという間に帰りの船の時間になってしまいました。
次回はもう少しのんびりと行ってみたいです。

The lunch included is rich in content for the price. The guide's explanations were also easy to understand. This is my third time in Ishigaki Island, but since I had been moving around by rental car before, listening to the guide's stories while touring offered a different charm.

The sanshin performance during the bus ride was challenging, but both the performance and the songs in the local dialect were very well done, and above all, the voice was beautiful 🎤👧🏼.

The glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay is an additional fee for those who wish to go, but it's cheaper than the general price with the bus tour discount. Last time I visited, I couldn't see any sea turtles, but this time I was thrilled to see many of them ✨.

値段の割に昼食付きで内容も豊富。ガイドさんの説明も分かりやすくかったです。
石垣島は3回目ですが、今まではレンタカーで移動してたので、ガイドさんの話を聞いて巡るのは違った魅力を感じました。
バスの揺れの中での三線演奏、大変そうですが、演奏も方言での歌もとても上手で、何より声が美しかった🎤👧🏼
川平湾のグラスボートは希望者のみ別料金ですが、バス観光割で一般料金より安いです。
前回行った時は海がめは見れなかったのですが、今回はたくさん見れて感激しました✨

Thank you, Mr. Yagyu, for all your thoughtful care and attention during the tour. It was a fun trip, and I don't think I could have visited so many places on my own. The 8% discount on souvenirs at the sightseeing spots and the silo observation deck was greatly appreciated. ☆ five stars. The only downside was the small 20-passenger jumping vehicle, but aside from that, it was a perfect score!

添乗の柳生さん　いろいろ心遣いなどなどありがとうございました。
楽しい旅行になりました。個人ではあれほどたくさん回れなかったと思います。
見学地やサイロ展望台おみやげ8％引きはありがたいことです。☆５つです。
小型の20人乗りジャンプする車が残念でしたが。それを除けば100点満点とれました。

This tour allows for efficient sightseeing of the three Yaeyama Islands and is very satisfying in terms of content. The mangrove tour on Iriomote Island, the water buffalo experience and sightseeing on Yufu Island, and cycling on Taketomi Island were all very enjoyable. The lunch on Yufu Island was delicious and had a local flavor. The only downside I noticed was that the bicycle used for cycling needed maintenance (the tires were low on air).

八重山3島を効率よく観光出来、満足の育や内容のツアーです。
西表島のマングローブ観光、由布島の水牛と由布島の観光、竹富島のサイクリング何処も満足の行く内容でした。
由布島の昼食も郷土色が感じられ美味しかったです。
あえて一つ残念なのは、サイクリングで利用した自転車のメンテナンス(タイヤの空気不足)が必要かと感じました。

There were about 30 participants, and I was the only Japanese person. At the beginning, the guide (a Chinese man) mentioned that since there was only one Japanese participant, my seat on the bus would be right behind him, and I would be sitting alone (no one would sit next to me). However, one person from a family of seven from Vietnam ended up sitting next to me, which was quite noisy the whole time. The guide only provided explanations in English, covering the next destination, viewing time, and meeting time. Since he only conveyed this information, I declined the Japanese explanation, saying I understood English. I felt that the guide was not as enjoyable or knowledgeable as others have described.

Regarding the schedule, the initial viewing time at Hokkaido Shrine was supposed to be 50 minutes, but it was cut down to 30 minutes, which felt rushed. Yet, we spent a generous 90 minutes for lunch at the market. While others seemed to visit the shops guided by the guide, I wished they had adjusted the viewing times better if they could allocate that much time for lunch.

Additionally, this is a personal impression, but both the driver and the guide were wearing wrinkled sweatshirts, and the driver looked like he had just woken up with messy hair. There was a lack of cleanliness, and when I said "thank you" while getting off the bus, I was ignored. The driver was not the kind of person that others had described in their reviews.

The weather was very nice, and the Great Buddha was a wonderful sight. Lastly, I wish the entrance fee for the Great Buddha had been included in the tour. All 30 of us (and everyone else was a foreigner) had to pay for the entrance fee one by one at a single ticket machine. With such a short viewing time, this took even more time. Please consider this.

30人ほどの参加者
日本人は私1人でした
最初にガイドさん（中国人の男性）から
日本人の参加は1人なのでバスの座席はガイドさんのすぐ後ろ
1人で座って（隣に人は来ない）
と、言っていたのに、ベトナム？の家族7人のうちの1人が隣に座りました
うるさかった、ずっと
ガイドさんは英語のみの説明
次に行く場所、見学時間、集合時間
これだけ伝えるだけでしたので、日本語の説明は
英語分かりますので、とお断りしました
他の方々が書いていらっしゃるような楽しくて知識豊富なガイドさんでは、なかったかな、と

スケジュールについても最初の北海道神宮の見学時間が予定は50分だったのが30分で足早なんてものでない
それなのに昼食は市場でたっぷり90分
他の方々はガイドさんの案内されるお店に行かれたようですが
昼食にそれだけ時間を割けるなら、他の見学時間の調整をもう少しちゃんとして欲しかったです

あと、これは個人の感じ方もありますが
ドライバーさん、ガイドさん共によれよれのスウェット、ドライバーさんに至っては起きたばかりのようなボサボサの髪でした
清潔感もなく、バスを降りるときに「ありがとうございます」と声をかけても無視
このツアーに参加された方々が感想で書いていたようなドライバーさんではありませんでした

お天気はとても良くて
頭大仏など素晴らしい景色でした
最後にもう一つ
頭大仏の拝観料、ツアーに組み込んで欲しかった
30人が（しかも他は全員外国人）が1つの券売機で1人ずつ拝観料を支払います
見学時間短いのに、更に時間がかかります
ご一考ください

I made a reservation for a plan that included both English and Japanese, but it felt like it was primarily in English.

When there was a mistake with the reservation for the parking at Kiyomizu Temple, the explanation of the situation was only in English, and I couldn't understand what was happening.

Given that this was a plan aimed at foreign visitors, I was told there was "no time to include Japanese," but I would have appreciated explanations in Japanese for essential details like the meeting time, meeting place, and any issues that arose.

Overall, I was satisfied with the places visited and the duration of the stay.

英語+日本語でのプランで予約をしましたが、英語が中心という印象でした。

清水寺の駐車場への予約のミスの際、状況の説明が英語のみで、何が起こってるのか分からなかった。

外国の方向けのプランという前提で、｢日本語を入れている時間がない｣と言われていましたが、集合時間や集合場所、トラブルに関する説明など、必要なことは日本語でも説明が欲しかったです。

訪問場所や滞在時間などはおおむね満足できる内容でした。

About half of the participants were foreigners, but the female tour guide (who was Chinese) provided bilingual guidance that satisfied both Japanese and foreign guests, which was very good.

外国の方が半分くらいいらっしゃいましたが、添乗員の女性（中国の方）がバイリンガルで日本人、外国人が満足するような案内をしていただきとてもよかったです。

The tour had a high ratio of foreign participants, and the female guide was of Chinese descent. However, since I had read the reviews in advance, I had no issues during the experience. For Japanese travelers, they distributed a sightseeing map of Takayama and Shirakawa-go, and provided individual explanations of recommended spots, which was very helpful.

The two hours of free time in Takayama felt a bit short when considering lunch and souvenir shopping, but the two hours of free time in Shirakawa-go felt just right. (Since it’s a tourist area, all the shops on the main road were quite crowded. I saved time by bringing a bento and enjoying it by the riverbank of the Miyagawa.)

As a side note, at the two tourist spots, there seemed to be relatively fewer people of Chinese descent, and I noticed a larger presence of Southeast Asians and European Caucasians.

外国人の比率の高いツアー＆女性ガイドが中国系の方でしたが、
事前にこちらの口コミを見ていましたので、何ら問題なく過ごせました。
日本人の旅行者に対しては、高山市内と白川郷の観光案内マップを配布して、
お勧めの場所も個別に説明してくれましたので、問題ありませんでした。

高山市内の自由散策時間2時間は、
昼食とお土産探しの時間まで考えると、やや短い感じでしたが、
白川郷の自由散策時間2時間はちょうど良い感じでした。
（観光地ですので、メイン道路のお店はどこも混雑していました。
お弁当を持参して宮川の河原で頂くことで時間を節約しました。）

余談ですが、2カ所の観光地では、中国系の方は比較的少なめで、
東南アジア系の方々のほかにヨーロッパ系白人の方々が多い印象でした。

It was a tour that fulfilled my desire to do a lot of sightseeing, even though I was traveling alone. It was a full tour, and I sat next to the tour guide, Mr. Yagyu, who was very kind and made it enjoyable.

ひとり旅だけど、たくさん観光したい希望を叶えてくれたツアーでした
満席ツアーで添乗員さんの隣でしたが、柳生さんがとても親切で楽しかったです

It was a very fulfilling day.

The guide's instructions were clear, and the driver's driving was reassuring. We visited various places in Shodoshima, and it was wonderful. In the end, we walked down Angel Road and saw all the spots we wanted to see. Thank you!

一日とても充実でした。

ガイドさんの案内をはっきりし、運転手さんの運転も安心し、小豆島のいろいろなところを回って、素晴らしかったです。
最後はエンジェルロードを降りて、見たいスポートを全部見ました。感謝します。

The guide's chatter was very easy to understand, and the hour flew by. The coordination with the driver was perfect! The view of Osaka from a high vantage point, which is rarely seen, seemed fresh even to the locals who joined us. It was especially great since there aren't many opportunities to visit areas like Teramachi and Yuhigaoka.

ガイドさんのおしゃべりがとても分かりやすくあっという間の一時間でした。
ドライバーさんとの連携もパーフェクト！
日頃見れない高い視点からの大阪の景色は、同行した地元出身の方にも新鮮だったようです。
寺町や夕日ケ丘辺りはなかなか行く機会がないので、特に良かったです。

We visited four main tourist spots in Kyoto in one day. Thank you to our tour guide, Maki, for your hard work. You spoke continuously in both Japanese and English, and I appreciate you accompanying us and providing explanations throughout the tour.

The detailed maps of each sightseeing location were easy to understand and very helpful.

There were many foreign visitors, but everyone gathered on time without any issues.

Thank you to our driver, Kanda, as well. It was a very enjoyable trip.

１日4カ所の京都メイン観光でした。添乗員のまきさんご苦労さまでした。、日本語、英語ひっきりなしに話していただき、しかも全部一緒に回ってくれて説明ありがとうございました。
それと各観光場所の詳細地図はわかりやすく、とても参考になりました。

外国の方も多かったけど
集合もみんな、時間にバッチシでした。

運転手のかんださんもお疲れ様でした。とても、楽しい旅になりました。

I'm glad I was able to see tourist spots like Lake Toya, Lake Shikotsu, and Cape Earth all in one day. I think having a guide's explanation makes it cheaper than renting a car.

洞爺湖、支笏湖に地球岬など観光地を1日で見られて良かったです。ガイドさんの説明があってレンタカーより格安だと思います。

The view of Jigokudani was refreshing. If I had a little more time, I would have liked to go deeper into Jigokudani. Also, I was a bit disappointed that I had limited time for the Shikotsuko Ice Festival in winter.

地獄谷の景色は爽快でした。もう少し、時間があれば、地獄谷の奥まで、行ってみたかったです。また、冬の支笏湖氷濤まつりも、時間が少なく、ちょっと、残念でした

Everything I experienced on the tour was truly wonderful!

The process from signing up for the tour to the end of participation was very meticulous, and I could feel the passion, enthusiasm, and thoughtfulness of each staff member. It became the most memorable tour I've ever participated in.

Also, since lunch was included in the tour, I had no expectations for the meal on Yufu Island, but it turned out to be a delightful menu that beautifully showcased the best of Okinawa's flavors, and it was very delicious! My picky 10-year-old daughter was also very happy.

The only downside was that I remember reading somewhere that there would be an English guide available, but in reality, everything was conducted in Japanese. I felt a bit sorry for my foreign husband who was expecting that. It might have been my misunderstanding, so I’m not too concerned about this point.

ツアーで体験したことの全てが本当に素晴らしかったです！

ツアー申し込みから参加終了までの過程が大変丁寧で、スタッフのお一人お一人の方々の情熱と熱意、お気遣いを感じられる、これまでで一番思い出に残るツアー参加になりました。

また、ツアーに組み込まれたランチということで、由布島での食事には全く期待していなかったのですが、これがなんと、沖縄のいいとこ取りの優しいお味のメニューがバランス良く提供されていて、とても美味しかったです！偏食の10歳の娘も大変喜んでおりました。

一つだけ残念だったのは、確か事前に英語でのガイドもあるという内容を読んだ記憶があるのですが、実際は全て日本語での案内だったので、期待していた外国人の夫には少しかわいそうなことをしました。私の勘違いかもしれませんので、この点はあまり気にしてはおりません。

The tour was highly satisfying as it allowed us to efficiently visit Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island in one day. The transportation and schedule were smooth, making it more enjoyable and reassuring than if we had arranged everything ourselves.

The water buffalo cart ride on Yufu Island had a great atmosphere, and we were able to spend a leisurely time there. On Taketomi Island, we also had free time to explore the streets and fully experience the island's vibe. I think it's a tour that's easy for first-time visitors to join and enjoy the main attractions without feeling rushed.

Since we could visit multiple islands in one day, I recommend this tour for those who want to make the most of their limited stay and have a fulfilling sightseeing experience.

We had a flight departing at 7 PM that day. After finishing the tour and returning to the Ishigaki Island ferry terminal, we had about an hour to casually stroll around Euglena Mall.

西表島・由布島・竹富島を1日で効率よく回ることができ、とても満足度の高いツアーでした。
移動やスケジュールもスムーズで、自分たちで手配するより安心して楽しめたのがよかったです。

由布島の水牛車は雰囲気があり、のんびりした時間を過ごせましたし、竹富島では自由時間もあり、街並みを散策しながら島の空気をしっかり味わえました。
初めて訪れる方でも参加しやすく、主要な見どころを無理なく楽しめる内容だと思います。

1日で複数の島を巡れるので、限られた滞在時間の中で充実した観光をしたい方におすすめです。

私たちは当日19時発の飛行機でした。
1日終えて石垣島離島ターミナルに帰ってきてから、1時間くらいはユーグレナモールをフラフラするくらいに余裕はありました。

Since we visited various scenic spots, spending about 40 minutes at each, it was great to be able to see many places even on a day trip. More than half of the participants were foreigners, but it was quiet, and the schedule was well-kept, making it enjoyable. The tour guide provided explanations in two languages, which made it easy to understand. Our guide, Mr. Yanagyu, was friendly and a nice person.

景勝地を各所だいたい滞在時間40分程度で回るので、日帰りでもたくさんの場所に回れて良いです。
参加者の半分以上が外国人でしたが、静かで、時間も守られていて楽しめました。
添乗員さんが、2カ国語で説明をしてくれていて、聞き取りもスムーズでした。
今回、担当いただいた柳生さんは気さくで良い人でした。

I participated in this tour with my elementary school child from Kyoto Station. My child wanted to visit Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera, but since the locations are a bit far apart, I wasn't confident about navigating them on our own, so we joined this tour. There were mostly foreigners, and we were the only Japanese people, just the two of us. Our guide, Nin, provided a detailed explanation in Japanese after the English description, which was very considerate. In addition to explaining the temples, he shared various stories, including about plants and quizzes on Kyoto's difficult-to-read place names, which kept my child entertained and engaged.

It was great to efficiently see all the famous spots like Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari, Kinkaku-ji, and Kiyomizu-dera. Although there was about two hours of free time in Arashiyama, I chose a plan without lunch, which resulted in long wait times at restaurants, and we didn't have enough time to visit Tenryu-ji's gardens or the Bamboo Grove, which was disappointing. Kiyomizu-dera also had 70 minutes of free time, but it took a while to get the goshuin (temple stamp), so we ended up just seeing the stage and heading back. However, I really appreciated being able to visit so many famous sites in one day, which I wouldn't have been able to do on my own.

One thing I want to mention about this tour is that the meeting point in the morning was hard to find. We participated on a Saturday, and the meeting area was crowded with a huge number of people from various tours. The guide was wearing a yellow happi coat, but since we were boarding a bus departing from Osaka, I felt anxious about where to wait until the bus arrived. The bus was yellow, which made it easier to distinguish from others, so I think it would be good to head towards any yellow (lemon-colored) bus you see.

小学生の子供と京都駅から参加しました。
子供が金閣寺、清水寺に行きたいと言っていたのですが、場所が少し離れているため、自分で回る自信がなかったので、こちらのツアーに参加しました。外国人ばかりで日本人は私達親子2人だけ。ガイドのニンさんは、英語の説明の後、わざわざ私達の横に来て日本語で丁寧に説明してくれました。また、お寺の説明だけではなく、植物や京都の難読地名クイズなど、いろいろな話をしてくださり、子供も飽きずに楽しく過ごすことができました。
効率よく、嵐山、伏見稲荷、金閣寺、清水寺と有名所を全部見られて参加してよかったです。嵐山は約2時間の自由時間があったものの昼食なしプランを選んだため、飲食店での待ち時間が長く、時間が足りず天龍寺の庭園、竹林の小径まで行くことができなかったのが残念です。清水寺も70分の自由時間がありましたが、御朱印をもらうのに時間がかかってしまい、舞台を見て戻る感じになってしまいました。でも、自分では1日でこんなに名所を回ることができないので、本当に参加して良かったです。
このツアーで一つ言いたいのは、朝の集合場所が分かりづらいことです。
参加したのが土曜日でしたが、集合場所は、いろんなツアーの人達がものすごい人数なので、ガイドさんは黄色いハッピを着ていますが、大阪から出発するバスに乗っているため、バスが到着するまではどこで待っていたら良いのかわからず不安でした。
バスの色が黄色で他のバスと区別がつきやすかったので、黄色い（レモン色）のバスを見かけたら、そこに向かうようにすれば良いと思います。

I had a great time experiencing the culture of the mangroves and Kohama Island! Sou-ta the water buffalo! He carried me all the way to the end, even though he took a few breaks! I think I could go back countless times without getting bored!

マングローブや小浜島の文化に触れて
とても楽しかった！
水牛のソウタ君！何度かサボりながらも最後まで運んでくれました！
何度行っても飽きないと思う！

I was concerned about the weather and temperature, but it was clear and unseasonably warm, making it comfortable. Passing directly under Tokyo Tower and crossing the Rainbow Bridge was truly impressive. I've been to Tokyo many times, but I was captivated by the city from a different perspective.

お天気や気温が気になっていましたが、快晴とこの時期にしては高温だった為、快適でした。
東京タワーの真下を通ったり、レインボーブリッジを通る時は、大迫力でした。
東京には何度も行ってますが、違った目線で見る都会に魅了されました。

On the afternoon of the day we arrived in Yakushima via Kagoshima by air from Tokyo, we participated as a couple.

On the way to Yakusugi Land and the Jomon Sugi, our guide kept us entertained with enjoyable stories about the various regions of the island and everyday life, making sure we never got bored. Thanks to the driver, who skillfully maneuvered a large bus along the narrow, winding mountain roads, and the two female staff members, we had a pleasant half-day experience.

Although we weren't very confident in our physical abilities, our considerate guide led us through the natural beauty of Yakusugi Land, where we witnessed the timeless flow of nature and experienced the grandeur of Jomon Sugi. We were also able to take photos at various spots, which left us very satisfied.

In the end, we were dropped off at our accommodation, and while it may be presumptuous to say, we thoroughly enjoyed our beginner's experience in Yakushima!

東京から空路鹿児島経由で屋久島入りした当日の午後、夫婦で参加しました。
ヤクスギランドと紀元杉に向かう道すがら、島内各地区の紹介をはじめ、普段の生活振りまで楽しいお話で飽きさせないガイドさん、山間の道幅が狭い箇所も少なくない九十九折りの道でも大きなバスを難なく操る運転手さんと、二人の女性スタッフのおかげで、半日気持ちよく過ごせました。
また当方脚にあまり自信のない二人でしたが、これまた気配りあるガイドさんに案内してもらい、悠久の時間が流れるヤクスギランドの自然を目の当たりにし、紀元杉の大きさも体感出来た上、各所で写真も撮って頂き、大満足です。
最後は宿まで送って貰い、僭越ですが初心者としての屋久島を堪能させてもらいました！

I used this service to guide my overseas friends around Tokyo. We had a very enjoyable and fulfilling time visiting places like the Imperial Palace and Asakusa.

However, the Tokyo Tower at the end was quite crowded that day, and due to the weather, the view wasn't very good, which was disappointing. There are many tall buildings around, so the scenery was a bit different from what I had expected. In the future, it might be a good idea to consider alternative spots depending on the crowd situation.

The guide from the Hato Bus provided very clear explanations about Japan, and I learned a lot of new things myself. Overall, we had a great time.

海外の友人を東京案内するのに利用しました。
皇居や浅草までは非常に楽しく、充実した時間を過ごせました。

ただ、最後の東京タワーは当日かなり混雑しており、天候の影響もあって眺望があまり良くなかった点が残念でした。周囲に高い建物が多いこともあり、期待していた景色とは少し違いました。
今後は混雑状況によっては、別のスポットを検討してくれると良いのかもしれません。

はとバスのガイドの方の日本の説明はとても分かりやすく、私自身も新たに知ることが多く、全体としては楽しい時間を過ごせました

I was fortunate to have good weather on Yakushima, which is famous for its high probability of rainfall. Thanks to the meticulous care of a veteran female duo (the driver, Ms. Kihara, and the guide, Ms. Habu), it turned into a memorable day. The stories they shared during our travels were all fascinating and very enjoyable.

I don't have the physical strength, energy, or stamina to just go see Jomon Sugi, but this tour was more than enough for me. Even though it was a small bus, navigating the narrow one-lane roads of the western forest trail was quite thrilling. It was challenging to pass by oncoming vehicles. If you’re not confident in your driving, it would be very difficult.

I had heard that many women from Yakushima have a straightforward personality, and it was refreshing to hear them speak without using any cushion phrases (like "I apologize for the trouble..." or "I'm sorry, but..."). They would simply state, "I can't do it!" or "It doesn't exist!" This direct way of speaking inspired me to incorporate it into my daily life as well (laughs).

降水確率の高さで有名な屋久島で、運良くお天気に恵まれ、ベテランとおぼしき女性コンビ(ドライバーのキハラさんとガイドのハブさん)のこまやかな気遣いのおかげで、思い出に残る一日になりました。
移動中にしてくださったお話はどれも興味深く、とても楽しかったです。
縄文杉を見に行くだけの体力･気力･調整力は持ち合わせていない身には、このツアーで十分。
小型のバスとは言え、1車線の狭い西部林道を進んでいくのはちょっとしたスリルでした。
対向車がくるとすれ違いが大変。
あれは運転に自信がないととてもムリです。
｢屋久島の女性はサバサバした性格のひとが多い｣と聞いていましたが、いわゆるクッション言葉(｢お手数ですが・・・｣｢すみませんが・・・｣ etc.)は一切使わず、｢できません！｣｢ありません！｣と断言する話し方はかなり新鮮で、これは自分の日常生活にも取り入れようという気持ちになりました(笑)。

On the day of our return, we initially had a rental car reserved, but we found out that the meeting point for the regular sightseeing bus was near the hotel we were staying at, and that we could get off at the airport along the way, so we canceled the rental car. We were able to visit places we couldn't go to during the trip, like Kabira Bay and Tamatorizaki Observatory, through the bus tour, which allowed us to efficiently explore on the last day, and it was a lot of fun.

　帰る日に当初はレンタカーを予約しておりましたが、宿泊予定していたホテル近くが定期観光バスの集合場所で、空港で途中下車できる事がわかり、レンタカーはキャンセルしました。
　旅行中に行けなかった川平湾や玉取崎展望台にもバスツアーで行け、最終日に効率よく廻れ、楽しかったです。

I greatly appreciated your support in three languages. Thank you very much.
I understand it may be difficult, but I would like to request a bit more time at each sightseeing spot.

3カ国語のご対応いただき、大変助かりました。ありがとうございました。
難しいと思いますが、各観光地の滞在時間をもう少し延ばしていただきたいです。

You ride a water buffalo cart for about 30 minutes while taking in the town's scenery, and the sight of the red-tiled houses and bougainvillea blooming against the stone walls gives you a strong tropical vibe! The buffalo driver explains the town and even sings, which is entertaining. It's a great way to experience the best of each island, making it an excellent value for beginners. Personally, I felt that I would have liked a bit more time on Taketomi Island.

30分くらい水牛車に乗って街並みを観て周るのですが、赤瓦の家並み、石塀にブーゲンビリアが咲き乱れていて南国感半端ないです！牛使いさんが街の説明をしてくれたり、歌ってくれて面白い。各島のいいとこどりなので、初心者にはコスパ最強かと。個人的には竹富島でもう少し時間があればなぁと感じたかな。

The guidance was very clear, allowing us to board without any confusion, and we smoothly got onto the water buffalo cart. Unfortunately, I hadn't made a reservation for a bicycle rental in advance, so I couldn't ride around the island as I wanted, but my whole family was able to have a fulfilling time.

案内も非常に明確で迷うことなく乗船でき、スムーズに水牛車にも乗れました。事前に自転車レンタルの予約をしてなかったので、自転車で島を一周まわりたかったけどできなかったのが残念でしたが、家族一同充実した時間を過ごすことができました。

I participated in a day trip tour of Kyoto's cultural heritage sites, including Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Sanjusangendo, and Kiyomizu-dera. I joined the English tour for my Canadian husband. It was a small group with two Japanese families, two Chinese families, and just us, which made for a cohesive experience.

The bus had comfortable seating, and even though it was a holiday and we expected it to be crowded, the driving was safe and there were no issues at all.

The tour guide started with a Chinese explanation, then guided us in English, and finished with a Japanese explanation, which was excellent. They were friendly, approachable, and I was impressed. They made an effort to engage with everyone in turn, which created a very pleasant atmosphere.

The shabu-shabu lunch was a bit disappointing; it felt more like a meal for foreigners who have never tried Japanese food. Since all the bus tour guests started eating at the same time, we had to wait for small plates to arrive, and the rice came only after the pot was bubbling, which was a bit unfortunate. But I guess that's how it goes with tours.

However, since the tour guide was so good, overall, I think it was a great value for the price, allowing us to efficiently visit the temples.

京都の文化財巡り　金閣寺、嵐山、三十三間堂、清水寺　日帰りツアーに参加しました。カナダ人の夫の為に英語ツアーに参加。日本人家族が２組、中国人の家族２組、私達夫婦だけの小規模な人数だったのもまとまりがよく良かったかと思います。

バスもゆったりとした席で連休だった為に混雑は予想を超えるものであったにもかかわらず、運転も安心できるもので全く問題はありませんでした。

ツアーガイドさんは最初中国語でガイド始めたのち、英語で私達のガイド、日本語で最後説明と素晴らしい出来でした。感じよく、親しみやすく、感心しました。順番に偏りが無いよう常に皆とお話ししていてとても感じがよかったです。

ランチのしゃぶしゃぶは、ちょっと期待外れでこれは日本食を食べたことのない外人の為のランチでした。他のバスツアーの客と一斉に食事が始まったため、大人数で小皿は来ないわ、ごはんは鍋がぐつぐつ煮えてから来るわ、ちょっと残念でしたが、ツアーならこんなもんなのか、という感じでした。

でもツアーガイドさんがとてもよかったので、総合的に見てこの値段で効率的にお寺を回れてとても良いと思います。

The vehicle was about half filled with Japanese people and inbound tourists. The inbound travelers boarding the private tour from Kanazawa seemed quite familiar with Japan, almost giving off the impression that they understood the country better than us Japanese, who only travel occasionally.

In the midst of this, the guide continuously provided explanations in both Japanese and English, which was not only educational but also allowed us to catch any missed points through the English explanations. It was also a learning experience to see how things are explained in English.

We received information about local attractions in advance along with a map, which made it easier to navigate once we arrived at the destination. Since the itinerary was packed into one day, we were able to move efficiently.

日本人とインバウンドの方で半々ぐらいの車内でした
金沢発の民間ツアーに乗り込んでくるようなインバウンドの方たちは日本にこなれてる感じで、たまにしか旅にでない我々日本人より日本をわかってそうな雰囲気すらありました。
そんな中、ガイドさんが日本語と英語で車内で説明をずっとしてくださっていて、勉強にもなるし、聴き逃がしたところ英語の説明で拾えるし、英語でそうやって説明するのかと勉強にもなりました。
現地の見どころなど事前に地図とともにインプットいただけるので、現地着いてから行動しやすくて助かりました。
1日に詰め込んでいただいているので効率よく動けました。