All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

The guide's explanations were great, kind, and the best. It was my first time seeing the Great Buddha in Nara since my middle school field trip, and I was really moved. Nara was healing, and I was able to relax and it was very nice.

ガイドさんの説明が良くて、優しいし最高でした。
奈良の大仏さまも、中学の修学旅行以来で、なんか感動しました。
奈良は癒やされて、ゆっくりできてとてもよかった。

The driver's greetings and the guide's wonderful, flowing explanations were easy to understand, making it enjoyable for everyone, regardless of age. I believe everyone who participated in the tour, including myself, had a very fun time. It's no wonder the bus was fully booked! Thank you for the enjoyable experience.

運転士さんの挨拶やガイドさんの素晴らしい流れるようなご説明がわかりやすく、どの年代の人にもわかりやすい話し方で私を含めツアーに参加された皆さんがとても楽しい時間になったように思いました
そりゃ～バスが満員御礼にもなりますよ
楽しい時間をありがとうございました

It was a school trip after 50 years, just as the guide said. I didn't have much interest in the national treasure statues during my student days, but at this age, I found myself intrigued and had a fulfilling experience directly appreciating their magnificence.

ガイドさんの言う通り50年ぶりの修学旅行でした。学生時代には余り興味もなかった国宝の仏像もこの歳になって興味も湧きその素晴らしさに直に触れて観られた充実した観光でした。

Both tourist spots seem close, but they feel far when walking! Traveling by bus is great because you can leave your luggage and the guide's explanations are very helpful!

どちらの観光地も　近いようで歩けば遠い！
バスでの移動は　荷物は置いておけるしガイドさんの説明も有難いし最高です！

I walked a lot, but it turned out to be a very fulfilling day. The guide's explanations were educational, and they lent me a parasol. The driver was also a warm person, and the staff from Nara Kotsu were excellent.

沢山歩きましたが、すごく充実した1日になりました。ガイドさんの解説は勉強になるし、日傘を貸して下さったり、運転手さんも温かい方で奈良交通のスタッフさん最高でした。

I have been to Kyoto many times, but this was my first trip to Nara, so I decided to use this service. As a result, it was a great choice. It was very good. I highly recommend it! I think the three sightseeing spots are close to each other, but traveling by bus was efficient and comfortable. Above all, our guide, Ichiki, was amazing. He provided a wealth of information in a fun and easy-to-understand way, occasionally adding interesting trivia, and his friendly personality naturally brought smiles to our faces. When I go to Nara again, I would like to use a different course with you.

京都は何度も行きましたが、奈良旅行は初めてでしたので、こちらを利用させていただきました。
結果、大正解。
とてもよかったデス。おすすめです!
3つの見学地は近距離だと思いますが、バスでの移動は効率的かつ快適でした。
なによりガイドのイチキさんは最高でした。
スゴイ情報量を楽しくわかりやすく、ときに豆知識なども加えながら教えていただき、親しみやすいお人柄にこちらも自然と笑顔になりました。
また奈良に行くときは別のコースでお世話になりたいです。

Thank you, Mr. Suzuki, for guiding us in the heat. It was a truly memorable trip! The stories about the deer in Nara and the gods were all very interesting. I bought the recommended Baumkuchen as a souvenir from the hotel. I also enjoyed some Chinese cuisine. The guidance was excellent! I had a great time. I look forward to visiting Nara again!

鈴木さん暑い中案内頂きありがとうございましたとっても心に残る旅になりました❣️
奈良の鹿さんのお話と神様のお話しすべて興味のあるお話しでした☺️✨ホテルの下のおすすめされた、バームクーヘンお土産に買いました☺️中華料理も食べてきました✨案内とても良いです✨
楽しかったです。また奈良に行った時はよろしくお願いします✨

I participated in this trip with my middle school son. It was a journey that also served as a culmination of our research on Asuka culture and Tenpyo culture. We were able to visit various famous sites that are usually hard to access on our own, and the guide's explanations were easy to understand, making it a wonderful trip. Along the way, we enjoyed lunch and had some thin tea, and the appropriate breaks were also appreciated. Additionally, there were considerations for COVID-19 measures, allowing us to spend the day comfortably. Thank you very much.

中学生の息子との二人旅で、参加しました。飛鳥文化、天平文化の調べ物学習の仕上げも兼ねた旅でしたが、自分ではアクセスしにくい名所を次々と巡る事ができ、またガイドさんの説明もわかりやすく、とても良い旅になりました。途中、昼食や、薄茶を頂いくこともでき、適度な休憩もあった事も、よかったです。また、コロナ対策にも配慮されており、気持ちよく一日過ごせました。ありがとうございました。

First impressions can greatly influence the mood of the day, and our guide this time was very meticulous. Their attire, language, and demeanor were all perfect. The explanations were concise, and they answered all our questions clearly.

Moreover, in the sweltering heat before the typhoon, they walked briskly without breaking a sweat, which was admirable. Meanwhile, we were all exhausted and sweating profusely.

Regarding transportation, they were accommodating at our desired locations. They efficiently took us around the places we wanted to visit. The interior of the vehicle also reflected their meticulous nature, with an air purifier, acrylic partitions, and perfect cleanliness.

第一印象がその日の気分を左右する事になりますが、今回のガイドさんはとてもきっちりされており、服装、言葉遣い、立ち居振る舞い、全てが完璧でした。説明にも無駄がなく、こちらの質問にも全て明確に回答して頂きました。
おまけに台風前の茹だるような暑さの中、汗ひとつ流さず、さっさ、さっさと歩く姿は尊敬に値しました。私たちは皆バテバテ、汗ダラダラで見苦しい限りでした。
送迎に関しても希望先での対応可。効率よく見学したい所を回って下さいました。車内も几帳面な性格が現れており、空気清浄機、アクリル板設置、清掃も完璧でした。

Thank you so much to S for guiding us through the highlights of Nara for the entire time! We were able to safely navigate the back roads that only a local driver would know, and even in the hot season, we were comfortable while exploring. I'm really glad we chose a taxi. It became a wonderful memory.

奈良の見どころを時間いっぱい案内してくださったSさん！本当にありがとうございました！地元のドライバーさんならではの小道を安全運転で走り、暑い季節でも快適にみて回ることができました。タクシーを選んで本当によかったです。良い思い出になりました。

The tour is as described in the catalog, and first, a guide is stationed outside the reception to assist with the procedures and provide information on boarding positions and meeting times, which is reassuring. At the bus stop, a guide who is not accompanying the tour waits to explain things to the customers. The highlight is that the driver gets off the bus at each sightseeing spot to ensure safe crossing of the road and to guide us.

The next day, male staff members were stationed at the regular bus stops outside of sightseeing areas to provide directions. Even for first-time visitors to Nara, you can enjoy sightseeing sufficiently using the city bus.

It's impressive, the hospitality and employee training of Nara Kotsu.

ツアーはカタログ通りですが、先ず受付の外にガイドさんを配備して手続きを手伝ったり、乗車位置や集合時間の案内をしてくれますので安心です。バスの乗り場でも添乗しないガイドさんが待機してお客さんに説明してくれます。圧巻は、ドライバーさんが各観光地でバスから降りて、道路の横断の安全確認や誘導をしてくれます。
翌日も、観光外の定期バスの乗場や降り場に男性職員を配備して、行き先の案内をしてくれました。初めての奈良観光でも市内バスで充分観光できます。
恐るべき、奈良交通さんのホスピタリティーと社員教育です。

It is quite difficult to visit five temples in one day using only public transportation, but we were able to efficiently visit them on an air-conditioned bus. The guide was knowledgeable, had a pleasant voice, and provided thorough explanations, occasionally incorporating humor, showing a deep love for Nara. The driver also drove safely and provided courteous service. It was a very satisfying tour.

個人で公共交通利用だけでは、なかなか１日で5寺を廻るのは難しい中、冷房の効いたバスで効率良く廻れました。
ガイドさんは博識で、声も良く丁寧な説明で、時折ユーモアも交え奈良愛に満ちた方でした。ドライバーさんも安全運転、丁寧な接遇でした。大満足のツアーでした。

It was perfect for my first time sightseeing in Nara as it efficiently covered all the highlights. I walked about 17,000 steps during the tour, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

見どころを効率よく回ってくれるので初めての奈良観光にちょうど良かったです。
ツアー中の歩数は17000歩くらいだったので歩きやすい靴がオススメです。

It had been since elementary school that I visited Nara. The guide was absolutely fantastic! They were easy to listen to and very clear, it was truly wonderful!

奈良は、小学生の修学旅行以来でした。ガイドさんが最高に良かったです！聞きやすいし、分かりやすいとても素晴らしかった！

Since it was a day trip to Nara, I decided to take the plunge to make the most of my time. As a result, it was a great decision.

Hattori Taxi provided attentive service throughout, offering valuable insights into history and photo spots that you can't fully learn from guidebooks, tips on how to get around, efficient routes, and must-visit seasonal attractions, making it an experience worth more than the price.

Having children with us, we were able to conserve our energy and enjoy sightseeing until the end.

Unlike Kyoto, Nara has distances between attractions, so I highly recommend it for those who want to see a lot in a short time.

日帰りの奈良観光だったので充実した時間にするために思いきってお願いしました。
結果、大正解でした。

服部タクシーさん、終始丁寧なアテンドをしてくださりガイドブックでは学びきれない貴重な歴史やフォトスポット、廻りかたのコツ、無駄のない導線や今行くべき季節の名所などお値段以上の体験をすることができました。

子どももいたので体力も温存しつつ最後まで観光できました。

奈良は京都と違ってそれぞれ距離がありますので短時間で沢山観光したい方に是非オススメしたいです。

Nishinokyo is quite challenging to explore using public transportation due to time constraints. If you're considering renting a car and paying for parking, I definitely recommend this option where you can enjoy guided tours that include admission fees. However, be prepared to do quite a bit of walking. Other than that, the guide provides explanations, so you don't need to prepare in advance, and the optional bento for 1,000 yen is reasonably priced.

西の京は、公共交通機関で回るには時間的にかなり厳しいです。レンタカーを借りて駐車料金も払うぐらいなら、拝観料込みで運転もお任せのこちらの方が絶対にお勧めです。ただし、かなり歩く覚悟が必要です。それ以外は、ガイドさんの説明があるので予習なしでも大丈夫だし、オプションのお弁当1000円も良心的だと思います。

It was a three-generation trip with my daughter, who had her school trip canceled. The driver was considerate of my parents in their 70s and very kind, and the guide was detailed and entertaining. My daughter, who loves history, really enjoyed listening to the explanations and said she would like to visit Nara again.

The additional stop at Shin Yakushi-ji was also wonderful and created great memories for our family.

Thank you for the fulfilling time.

修学旅行が中止になった娘との三世代旅行でした。
運転手さんは、70代の両親のペースにも気遣ってくれて親切で、ガイドも詳しくて面白く、歴史好きな娘は、説明を聞きながら見るのはとても楽しかった、また奈良に行ってみたいなと言っていました。

追加で寄っていただいた新薬師寺も素晴らしく、家族の良い思い出になりました。

充実した時間をありがとうございました。

A long-awaited trip to Nara with my daughters. We requested a 6-hour private tour to enjoy Hōryū-ji and Yakushi-ji. The driver was very pleasant and accommodated various requests, providing detailed explanations as well. It was a truly satisfying girls' trip. I am really grateful for the hospitality until the very last minute. Thank you so much, Mr. Shimada!

娘達と久しぶりの奈良旅行。法隆寺や薬師寺を楽しみたくて、6時間の貸切でお願いしました。運転手さんがとても気持ちのいい方で、いろんなリクエストにも答えて頂き、また丁寧な説明もしてくれ、大満足の女子旅でした。時間ギリギリまでおもてなし頂き本当に感謝してます。嶋田さん本当にありがとうございました！

Nara Park is very large, so I think you would get quite tired if you walked around. We rented a taxi, and the driver provided accurate explanations, allowing us to get around efficiently. We were able to enjoy the morning while sharing some jokes.

奈良公園はすごく広いので、歩いて回っていたら、かなり疲れたのではと思います。タクシー貸切で、運転手さんの説明も的確、効率良く回れました。ジョークも交えながら、楽しく午前中を過ごす事ができました。

Although it was before the regulations were implemented, there were hardly any tourists at the temples and shrines I visited, allowing me to take my time and enjoy them up close. It was an unforgettable trip!

条例施行まえでしたが廻った寺社にほとんど観光客がいなく至近距離でゆっくり見学でき忘れることができない最高の旅でした！

It was great to efficiently see the difficult-to-navigate spots in Nara on our own. I appreciate the help with collecting the goshuin (temple seals) all at once.

奈良の見所で自分達で周るのが大変な箇所を効率よく観ることが出来てとても良かったです。
御朱印も纏めて預かって代行していただき感謝です。

I used this tour to efficiently explore Nara.

Unlike Kyoto, Nara is more spread out, so when considering bus tours or renting a car, choosing this option was definitely the right decision. The tour ran from 10 AM to 5 PM, and the explanations from our knowledgeable guide were fantastic! Additionally, the driver and guide were very helpful with my friend who was feeling unwell.

I look forward to visiting Nara again in a different season.

奈良を効率よく廻るのにこちらのツアーを利用させて頂きました。

奈良は、京都と違って場所が離れているため、バス観光か、レンタルで車を利用するかと考えたとき、こちらにして大正解でした。
時間も10時から17時、奈良に詳しいガイドさんの説明の素晴らしかったこと！また、体調の悪い友人を運転手さんやガイドさんに大変お世話になりました。

また、季節を変えて奈良に出掛けたいと思います。

The guide was sincere.
They made effective use of our time.
They flexibly adjusted the schedule according to the traffic situation.

ガイドさんが誠実でした。
時間を有効利用してくださいました。
渋滞事情などに合わせて
臨機応変に予定を変更してくださいました。

Both the guide and the driver were very polite. They answered questions properly, and it seems they have studied well. The course included both the well-known temples and some lesser-known ones that you wouldn't typically visit on your own (which were very lovely), and I was satisfied with the choices!

ガイドさんも運転士さんもとても丁寧でした。質問にもきちんと答えてくださりしっかり勉強してられるようです。コースも鉄板の寺院と個人では行かないような寺院（とても素敵でした）がチョイスしてあり満足です♪

The taxi tour was amazing!

We took a private taxi tour with four ladies. We were impressed by the driver's extensive knowledge and polite explanations, and we were moved by his excellent driving skills. At various points, the driver suggested taking commemorative photos and guided us to great photo spots. For lunch, he took us to a very delicious soba restaurant. We had a really fun time. I would love to use this service again. Thank you!

タクシー観光最高でしたー♪

おばさん4人旅で、貸切タクシー観光をしました。
運転手さんの博学で、丁寧な説明に感激し、運転のうまさに感動しました。
要所要所で運転手さんから記念写真撮りましょうと声をかけていただけたり、写真スポットに案内してくれたり、お昼はとても美味しい蕎麦処に案内して頂きました。
すごく楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
また、利用したいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

This is a tour that allows you to visit various places in one day. Lunch can be arranged through the bus company for 1,000 yen, but there are not many places to eat nearby, so it's efficient to order it in advance. The talk by the monk at Jiko-in, a place you don't often get to visit, is quite insightful and beneficial. I recommend this tour for those who have limited time in Nara.

一日で色々なところを回れるツアーです、昼食はバス会社に頼むと1000円ですが、周りにはあまり食べられるところが少ないので頼んでおくと時間を効率よく使えます。なかなかいくことのない慈光院での和尚さんの話はなるほどと思うことが多くためになります、奈良で時間のない方にはお勧めのツアーです。

It's been almost since my middle school field trip to Hōryū-ji, so I could say it's almost my first time visiting. It seemed to be less crowded due to the timing, and I was able to enjoy it to my heart's content. Additionally, the bus guide's knowledge was outstanding, and they provided a thorough and attentive tour. Their slow and careful storytelling, along with light jokes and thoughtful consideration, was very much appreciated. I participated for half a day this time, but the experience was so wonderful that it made me want to join a full-day tour next time.

法隆寺は中学校の修学旅行以来なのでほぼ初めてと言ってもいいかもしれません。
時期的に空いていたようで心ゆくまで楽しむことができました。
また、バスガイドの方の知識が素晴らしく、つきっきりでガイドしてくださいました。ゆっくり丁寧で軽いジョークも加えたお話、きめ細かい心配りもとても嬉しかった。今回は半日での参加でしたが次は一日のツアーに参加したいと思わせる素晴らしい内容でした。

When planning my trip, I considered using public transportation from a hotel near JR Nara Station to head towards Ikaruga, but thinking about efficiency, I changed my mind and decided to use a bus tour this time. Generally, I prefer to travel alone and don’t usually use tours, but it was convenient and nice, and I enjoyed it!

The guide was truly wonderful, providing detailed explanations at each stop and keeping the guests entertained with light-hearted stories during the journey. Having such an excellent guide was a unique advantage of the tour.

Although the bus tour covered this route in just one day, which felt quite rushed, I didn’t feel overwhelmed because they made sure to hit all the highlights. The tea time at Jiko-in was a great break.

I would love to repeat this experience in another season.

旅行を計画した時、JR奈良駅近くのホテルから公共交通機関を利用して斑鳩方面に行こうと考えましたが、効率を考えるとバスツアーも悪くないと思い直し、今回の利用となりました。基本的に旅行は一人で行動したくてツアーを利用することは無いのですが、ラクで良いですね、味しめた^_^
ガイドさんがとても素晴らしく、訪問先での詳しい説明だけでなく移動中も軽妙なお話でお客さんを飽きさせません。優秀なガイドさんもツアーならではのメリットでした。
バスツアーでも一日でこのコースを巡るのはかなりの駆け足ですが、見どころをちゃんと押さえて回ってくれたので無理は感じませんでした。
慈光院でのお茶タイムが良い休息となりました。
別の季節にまたリピートしたいです。

It was a tour with quite a steady rain. The guide explained the three locations thoroughly, which was very helpful. I was also able to request a goshuin book, so I could enjoy sightseeing without wasting any time. When getting on and off the bus, the driver kindly helped with rain gear while holding an umbrella, even though he got wet himself. At the last stop, Wakakusa Mountain, I didn't expect much because of the rain, but I encouraged myself to push through the heavy steps up the slope. And then, what do you know? The entire Nara Basin below was covered in clouds, creating a truly indescribable, fantastical view. It's still etched in my memory. At the end of the tour, I received a reward from the heavens.

ややしっかりした雨のツアーでした。三か所をガイドさんは丁寧に説明してくださいました。よくわかりました。御朱印帳もお願い出来ましたので時間余すこと無く観光出来ました。バスの乗降時には運転さんが自らは濡れながも傘をさして雨具の用意を助けてくださいました。最後の若草山は雨だから期待せず重たい足に頑張れと気合い入れ坂道を上がりました。そしたらどうでしょう。奈良盆地一面眼下は雲に覆われそれはとても言葉には表せなれない幻想的な景色でした。今でも目に焼き付いています。ツアー最後に天からご褒美をいただきました。

This is a course that is quite difficult to cover in just one day on your own. Moreover, it includes the admission fee. I visited Jiko-in without knowing about the Sekishu-style tea ceremony, but I was impressed by how not only the tea room but the entire grounds were designed as a tea space and still exist today. Horyu-ji and Yakushi-ji were, of course, wonderful.

個人で巡る観光では、なかなか1日では難しいコースです。しかも、拝観料こみ。
慈光院の石州流茶道のことは知らずに伺いましたが、茶室だけでなく境内全体が茶席として作られ現存している様子に感激しました。
法隆寺、薬師寺はいうまでもなく素晴らしかったです。