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The weather was bad, so not a single star was visible. I was really looking forward to it, so it was very disappointing. However, the only good thing was that the staff shared various stories about the stars while we were on the boat, which I enjoyed!

天気が悪かったこともあり、星は一つも見えませんでした。
かなり楽しみにしていたので、とても残念でした。
ただ唯一良かったのは船の中で色々な星の話をスタッフの方が話してくださったので、それは楽しめました！

I was a bit disappointed as I was expecting to see more stars. The moon was too bright, making it difficult to see the stars. However, I did get to see the beautiful full moon on the 15th night. Just as the hour of the tour was passing, both the moon and stars were hidden by clouds, which was a good timing. Each person had a reclining seat with a pair of binoculars, and I was surprised by the penlight. I was also able to see Saturn through the telescope. Next time, I would like to see shooting stars and the Milky Way. It was an emotional time enjoying nature in the clear air. I want to go again.

However, the air conditioning in the pickup car was broken, making it very hot and uncomfortable. I envied those who were able to take a taxi for the same price due to the large number of people. I found it unfair that we had to ride in the same broken car for the round trip, which diminished the enjoyment of the tour. It's a shame.

もっとたくさんの星空を期待していただけにちょっとがっかりでした。
月が明るすぎて星が見えないという体験をしました。
でも１５夜満月というきれいな月が見られました。
ツアーの１時間が過ぎる頃に雲に月も星も隠れるという良いタイミングでした。
リクライニングに双眼鏡が一人に一つありました。ペンライトに驚きました。
望遠鏡で土星を見ることも出来ました。
次は流れ星と天の川をみたいと思いました。澄んだ空気の中で自然を満喫できた感動の時間でした。
もう一度行きたいです。
送り迎えの車のエアコンが壊れていて大変暑く苦しかったです。人数が多く同料金でタクシーでの送迎になった人がうらやましかったです。なぜ往復壊れた同じ車に乗らなければならなかったのか、不公平なところにツアーが半減されました。残念です。

I joined a tour, thinking it was a bit much to pay just over 10,000 yen for a place to see the stars beautifully with my family of four. On the way to the meeting point from the hotel, I was worried because there weren't many stars out, but when we arrived and looked up at the sky, I was greeted by a starry sky like I had never seen in my life.

Even so, I thought about the price, but there were reclining chairs that made it easy to look up at the sky, binoculars were provided, and we got to hear explanations about celestial observations using a laser beam. We even got to see the rings of Jupiter through a telescope, which got my 7-year-old daughter really excited. We could also see the Milky Way clearly.

I had purchased a DSLR for this day, but during the one hour of the tour, anything that glowed was prohibited, so I managed to take some photos in the little time we had after the tour ended and before heading home. It turned out to be a very satisfying tour for the whole family.

星が綺麗に見える場所を教えてもらうだけで、家族4人で10000円ちょっと払うなんて…と思いながらもツアーに参加してきました。
ホテルから集合場所まで向かう途中、星はあまり出ていなかったので不安だったのですが、場所に着いて空を見上げたら、人生で見たことのない星空が広がっていました。
それでも、この値段は…と思ったんですが、空を見上げやすいリクライニングのイスと双眼鏡の用意があり、レーザービームを使った天体観測の説明も聞けて、望遠鏡で木星の輪っかも見せてもらえて、7歳のうちの娘も大興奮でした。天の川もしっかり見れましたよ。
この日の為に一眼レフを購入していたのですが、ツアー中の1時間は光るものは禁止だったので、ツアー終了してから帰るまでの少しの時間でなんとか撮影することもできて、家族で大満足のツアーとなりました。

The night sky in Ishigaki Island was as beautiful as I had imagined. However, there were many moments when the strong night wind made it difficult to hear the guide's voice. Additionally, we were encouraged to hold up our mobile apps, but since everyone around was holding up their screens, the brightness of the screens created an atmosphere that was hard to describe.

石垣島の夜空は思っていた通りキレイでした。ただ、夜風が強くガイドさんの声が聞こえにくシーンが多かったです。
また、携帯アプリを掲げてみるよう促されましたが、
周囲が携帯画面を掲げていたため、画面の光が強く
雰囲気的には何とも言えない感じでした。

Is this the kind of place on the way to the destination? I was filled with anxiety while driving, but when we arrived at the location...
It was the best starry sky!!!
Thank you for the truly wonderful experience of the starry sky while feeling the nature of Ishigaki Island!

目的地の現場までにいく道のりはこんな場所なの？と車で乗りながら不安でいっぱいでしたが
場所まで案内されていった結果。。。
サイコーの星空でした！！！
石垣島の自然を感じながら
本当に素敵な星空の体験をありがとうございました！

On the day I made the reservation, the weather was such that I couldn't see any stars, so I was able to change it to the next day. I'm grateful that I could see the stars beautifully! The explanations about the stars were very clear! The bus transportation was also appreciated! I hope to participate again on a day without moonlight next time! Thank you very much!

予約した日、天候で星が全然見えないからと次の日に変更していただけ、ちゃんと星綺麗に見ることができて感謝です！星の説明付きで、すごくわかりやすかったです！
バス送迎もありがい！！
次は月光がない日を狙ってまた参加できたらいいなぁと思いました！ありがとうございました！

I had planned for the afternoon, but it seems the weather is more stable in the morning, so I changed to that.
There were guests staying on Taketomi Island from Ishigaki Island, and it was an internationally diverse tour with people from China and Western countries. The instructors were very capable and provided appropriate support to each participant.
I thoroughly enjoyed the time in the ocean.
I felt sorry for those who got seasick.

午後からを予定していましたが午前の方が天気が安定してそうとの事でそちらに変更しました。
石垣島から竹富島に宿泊のお客様も混在でしたが中国の方や欧米の方と国際色豊かなツアーでインストラクターの方は各自に適切な対応をして頼もしかったです。
存分に、海の中を楽しめました。
船酔いの方が居て気の毒でした。

I had been interested for a while, but due to the weather, I was finally able to participate. However, on this day, there was fog in the low sky, so I don't think the conditions were very good. Still, I was very intrigued by the explanation of constellations using a laser pointer. It felt like the night sky was a huge canvas, and before I knew it, an hour had passed. It was really great, and I definitely want to participate again.

以前から気になっていたのですが、天候に恵まれずやっと参加できました。
ただ、この日も低い空には靄がかかっておりおそらくあまり良いコンディションではなかったとは思いますが、それでもレーザーポインターを使用しての星座の説明に興味津々。
まるで夜空が大きなキャンパスのようであっという間に1時間が経ってとても良かったです。
ぜひまた参加したいです。

I made a reservation the day before the tour. This tour accepts bookings until 6 PM on the day, so it's very convenient as you can book while checking the weather.

I took a bus from the remote island terminal. I think there were about 15 participants.

During the day, the sky was mostly cloudy, but by night it was almost clear. I was able to enjoy the view comfortably in a reclining seat.

I was finally able to see the Southern Cross, and I thoroughly enjoyed the night sky of the Southern Hemisphere that can only be seen in Okinawa. The explanations were very clear as they used a laser pointer. It was also great that we could use binoculars and see Jupiter through a telescope, making it very satisfying in terms of cost performance.

It was right at the end of the season, but it was a fulfilling tour where I got to see what I wanted to see.

ツアー前日に予約をしました。
このツアーは当日の18時まで受け付けているため、天候をみながら予約できますので、とても便利です。

私は離島ターミナル発のバスに乗って行きました。
15人程度の参加者がいたかと思います。

昼間は曇りがちであった空も、夜にはほぼ雲のない状態に。
リクライニングシートで楽々鑑賞することができました。

念願叶って南十字星もギリギリ見ることができ、沖縄でしか見れない南半球の夜空を堪能しました。
レーザーを当てながら説明を受けられるため、とてもわかりやすかったです。
双眼鏡が各自使えたり、望遠鏡で木星を見れたり、コスパ的にもとても満足です。

シーズンギリギリでしたが、見たいものが見れた満足いくツアーでした。

I wanted to observe the starry sky of Ishigaki Island, which has been designated as a starry sky protection area, so I applied for a tour. Unfortunately, on the day of the application, due to the influence of a typhoon that had put Ishigaki Island in a storm zone, clouds were constantly moving quickly, and I couldn't fully enjoy the wonderful starry sky of Ishigaki Island. By the way, the tour company, Hoshizora Tourism, kindly contacted me by phone to discuss whether to participate, considering the weather on the day. Their thoughtfulness was excellent. I hope to visit again on another occasion!

星空保護区に認定された石垣島の星空を観望したいと思い、ツアー申込みをしました。
申込み当日は残念ながら石垣島が暴風域に入る台風の影響で、常に雲が早く流れており、石垣島の星空の素晴らしさは堪能出来ませんでした。ちなみにツアー催行会社の星空ツーリズムさんは、当日の天候を鑑み、参加するかどうかお電話を頂く等、親切なご対応を頂いたり、お心遣いはバッチリでした。何れかの機会で再訪したいと思います❗️

I was able to see many stars that are not visible in the city, making it feel like I was in a planetarium. The guide had a wealth of knowledge about the stars, which was fascinating. They also shared stories about constellations related to Greek mythology, which could spark an interest in constellations. The weather can be unpredictable, but it was clear, so it was a lot of fun! The boat doesn't sway much, so I don't think there's a worry about seasickness. The meeting point is a bit hard to find, so I recommend arriving early. If you come to Ishigaki Island, definitely try this experience at least once!

都会では見られない星がたくさん見えてプラネタリウムにいるようでした。ガイドしてくれた方が星の知識が豊富で面白かったです。ギリシャ神話に絡めた星座の話なども聞けるので、星座に興味を持つキッカケになりそうです。天候に左右されやすいですが、晴れたのでとても楽しいかったです！船はあまり揺れないので、船酔いする心配もないと思います。集合場所が若干わかりづらいので早めに着いておくといいと思いました。石垣島に来たら是非1度体験して見てください。

I was able to see the stripes of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn for the first time! Also, seeing the Southern Cross was amazing! If I have the chance to come back to Ishigaki Island, I would love to participate again!

木星の縞模様、土星のリングなど、始めて見ることが出来ました！また、南十字星を見ることが出来たのが、最高でした！また、石垣島に来ることがあれば、参加したいと思います！

The explanation of the constellations using a laser pointer was clear and engaging. However, during the full moon period, the sky is bright, making it difficult to see the Milky Way, so it's best to research in advance. I was able to see the Southern Cross.

I drove there with a rental car, but at night, the location can be very hard to find, so I recommend using the shuttle service.

レーザーポインターを使った星座の説明がわかりやすく、興味を持てました。ただ、大潮の期間は満月で空が明るく見えにくく天の川などは期待できないので事前によく調べておいたほうがよさそうですね。南十字星が見えました。
レンタカーで行きましたが、夜ともなると場所が非常にわかりにくいので、送迎サービスを利用することをお勧めします

I was looking forward to seeing how many stars would be visible in the perfect night sky, and the day finally arrived. The weather was good with very few clouds, but the full moon was so bright that I couldn't see as many stars as I had imagined. However, it was definitely more beautiful than what I usually see at home, and the staff member explained everything very thoroughly, which was great. They used something like a pointer to indicate the stars, but it was a bit hard to see. Even so, it was a satisfying experience overall! Thank you for a wonderful time!

どれだけ満点の星空が見えるのだろうと楽しみに思って当日を迎えました。天気は良く雲もすごく少ない日だったのですが、満月がとても明るく想像してたほどは星は見えませんでした。でも地元で見るよりもやっぱりきれいで、お姉さんも丁寧に説明してくれたのでとても良かったです。ポインターのようなもの？で星を指して教えてくれたのですがそれが少し見づらかったですが、それを差し引いても満足できる内容でした！楽しい時間をありがとうございました！

It was the day before the full moon, so the moonlight was strong and we couldn't see a sky full of stars, but I enjoyed a starry sky that you can't see in the city. Next time, I would like to participate during the new moon.

満月の前日だった為、月明かりが強く満天の星空とはいきませんでしたが、都会では見られない星空を堪能しました。次回は新月の時に参加したいと思います。

They will take you to a completely dark field, but I think it's a good idea to use insect repellent beforehand.

I had never touched a telescope or binoculars before, but they taught me how to adjust them.

They also explain the names of the stars and the reasons behind their names, so anyone, even beginners, can participate without worry.

This is a tour I definitely recommend when you visit Ishigaki Island!

真っ暗な畑まで連れてっていただけるのですが、
参加前には虫よけをしておいた方がいいと思います。

望遠鏡や双眼鏡を触ったこともなかったですが、
調整の仕方まで教えていただきました。

詳しい星の名前や場所名付けられた理由まで教えていただけるので、
誰でも、初めてでも心配することなく参加できます。

石垣島に行かれた時はぜひ、参加してほしいツアーです！

As the title suggests, the date I booked was incredibly close to a full moon! I was worried about whether I would be able to see the stars, but they were perfectly visible. Some constellations were too bright to see because of the moon, but I was able to find the invisible stars with the rental binoculars, so it was no problem. The guy who explained the stars was amazing at finding and introducing them! I got to see the moon and Jupiter through the telescope, making for a fulfilling night in Ishigaki Island. Thank you very much.

タイトルの通り、なんと予約した日が限りなく満月に近い！という事で、星が見えるか不安でしたが、ばっちり見えました。月が明る過ぎて見えない星座もあったけど、見えない星はレンタルの双眼鏡で見つけることが出来たし、問題なし。星の解説をしてくれたお兄さんが、星をばんばん見つけて紹介してくれるのがスゴイ！望遠鏡で月や木星を見せて頂いたり、充実した石垣島ナイトでした。ありがとうございました。

The moon was beautifully out, allowing us to see the craters. I was able to actually see the shadows created by the moonlight and realized just how bright moonlight can be. The starry sky was vast, and I was able to observe the stars in all directions—east, west, south, and north. However, it was a bit disappointing that, due to the moonlight, I could only confirm the fainter stars with binoculars. The sanpin tea we had along the way was also delicious. Thank you very much!

月が綺麗に出ていたのでクレーターも見ることができました
そして月明かりによる影も実際にみて、月明かりはこんなにも明かるいものなんだな～と感じることができました
星空は広大な場所で見ることができたので東西南北の星空を見学できました
ただ、月明かりがあったため明かりの小さい星が双眼鏡でしか確認できなかったのが少し残念でした
途中でいただいたさんぴん茶もおいしかったです
ありがとうございました

First, we properly adjusted our eyes to the darkness and received a lecture on how to use binoculars, which made the stars really visible. It seems that being just before the new moon also contributed to the good conditions.

While using a laser pointer, the guide explained which star was which, and how to connect certain points to form constellations, making it easy to understand. I was thrilled because I really wanted to see the Southern Cross on this island.

The guide's voice was pleasant, and I had a wonderful time gazing at the night sky.

There was just one point of disappointment: a few small children were talking loudly, which made it difficult to hear the explanations at times.

最初にしっかりと暗闇に目を慣らし、双眼鏡の使い方をレクチャーした上で始めるため、本当によく星が見えました。新月の直前というのもコンディションとして良かったみたいです。
レーザーポインターを使いながら、この星は○○で、こことここを結ぶと○○という星座で、としっかり説明していただき良く分かりました。
この島で絶対に南十字星を見たかったので、感激しました。
説明の方の声も心地よく、夜空を見上げながら楽しい夜を過ごせました。
一点だけ、小さいお子様が何人か大きな声で話しをされていたため折角の説明が聞き取りづらい場面がありました。そこだけちょっと残念でした。

The weather was quite favorable, and the stars were clearly visible, making it an enjoyable experience with very easy-to-understand explanations. However, the temperature difference from the hotel area was greater than expected, so I needed a sweatshirt and such.

I also wanted to capture the starry sky, so I brought a camera and a small tripod for this purpose, but there was a notice at the venue saying, "Please refrain from using cameras or phones as the screens are too bright," and I couldn't take any photos at all. I wish they had informed us about this from the beginning. Alternatively, since the venue seemed spacious, I thought it would have been nice if they allowed us to take photos from a slightly distant spot without bothering others.

かなり天候にも恵まれ星がよく見えましたし、説明も非常にわかりやすくて楽しめました。ただ、ホテル近辺との気温差が予想以上で、トレーナー等が必要でした。
また、星空を写真におさめたくて、この為にカメラや小さな三脚を持参したのですが、「カメラや携帯は液晶が明るいので使用はご遠慮下さい」と会場で注意があり、全く撮れませんでした。ダメなら最初から教えてほしかったです。もしくは会場は広そうに見えたので、他の方の迷惑にならない少し離れた場所で撮らせてくれたらいいのにと思いました。

Thank you for taking care of me during my trip! Although I mentioned that I didn't need a wetsuit, it was cloudy during the snorkeling, and it was very cold on the return boat. I should have asked to bring the wetsuit on board even if I didn't wear it. Thank you very much.

GWお世話になりました！自分からウェット不要と申しでたものの、シュノーケル時点で曇り空、帰りの船上も非常に寒かったので、ウェット着用しなくとも船に持ち込ませて頂く様にすればよかったです。
ありがとうございました。

When we departed from Ishigaki Island, the wind and rain were strong, and I was quite anxious about my first canoe experience. However, upon arriving at Iriomote Island and receiving an explanation, my worries faded as the rain stopped just as we started paddling.

Under the guidance of our instructor, Mr. Iwamoto, we smoothly progressed into a mangrove forest. We learned about the differences between two types of roots, as well as the flowers and buds, followed by a break.

We then headed further upstream.

After getting off the canoe, we crawled up a narrow, steep slope for about 20 minutes and arrived at the Pinaisara Falls. I was surprised to hear that it has a drop of 55 meters.

After a break, we descended carefully to avoid slipping and falling. My thighs were feeling weak... I was healed by the species that inspired Ultraman, and we made our way back to the canoe launch point.

On the return trip, the tide was low, revealing sandy areas in places. We had to be careful not to get stuck in the shallows and to resist the current, but we finally arrived.

With a full course of activities including the sea, river, mountain climbing, waterfalls, and canoeing, it was a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.

石垣島を出港する時は風雨が強く初めてのカヌー体験かなり不安でしたが、西表島に着き説明を受け、カヌーを漕ぎ出すころには雨が止み不安は払拭。

ガイドの岩本さんの指導のもと、順調に進むとマングローブの森に。2種類の根の違いや花や芽の説明を聞き、ブレークタイム。
さらに川の上流へ。

カヌーを降り、狭く急な斜面を這うように登ること20分、ピナイサーラの滝へ到着。
落差が55mと聞き驚き。

休憩後、滑って滑落しないように下山。
太ももにチカラが入らない…
ウルトラマンのモデルになった種で癒され、カヌー乗り場へ。

戻りは潮が引き、所々砂地が。浅瀬に乗り上げないように潮の流れに負けないように、やっと
到着。

海、川、山登り、滝、カヌー、フルコースのアクティビティで満腹、楽しい体験でした。

The weather was clear, and I thought it would be a perfect night for stargazing, but the bright full moon made it difficult to see the stars...!

The boat was not too big, and since there were seats on the first and second floors, I chose a seat on the second floor. After departing, we stopped offshore, and the guide began his narration. I was able to hear many interesting stories about constellations, the islands, and some fun trivia. In the second half of the cruise, there was a live performance of the sanshin, and I enjoyed a romantic and peaceful time with the sound of the waves and the starry sky.

Although it was a short time, it was a satisfying cruise without any boredom. The second-floor seats felt a bit chilly, so I recommend bringing a light jacket even in summer.

Also, since the boat was moving, it might be difficult to take photos with a slow shutter speed. Of course, nothing came out well on my smartphone... haha.

The price felt a bit high for the duration, but the night cruise with hotel pickup from the city center is recommended since it's hard to do on your own! By the way, my hotel was in Kawahira, so there was no pickup for me. Tears.

天気は晴れて、絶好の星空日和と思いきや、満月の輝きに恵まれてしまい、満点の星空とはいきませんでした…！

船は大きすぎず、一階と二階があったので二階の席を選びました。出発してしばらくして、沖の方で停船してお兄さんの案内が始まります。
星座のお話、島のお話、ちょっとした豆知識など、面白い話をたくさん聞くことができました。クルーズの後半は三線の生演奏があり、波の音と星空とロマンチックで穏やかな時間を過ごすことができました。

短い時間でしたが、退屈することもなく満足なクルーズでした。二階席は風が少し冷たく感じるので、夏でも薄手の上着を持っていくことをお勧めします。

また、船が動くのでシャッタースピードを落とした撮影は難しいかも。もちろんスマホにも何も映りませんでした…笑

時間の割にお値段は高く感じますが、市街地ホテル送迎ありのナイトクルーズは自力では難しいのでおススメです！
ちなみに、私のホテルは川平の方でしたので送迎はありませんでした。涙

The friendly and cheerful staff guided us, and once we boarded the cruise, we were offered a complimentary drink (alcohol or juice). It was a clear night with few clouds, perfect for a cruise, but sadly, the bright moon made it impossible to see the Milky Way or small stars. However, the staff explained the constellations we could observe, including first-magnitude stars, and shared Greek myths related to them, which was very satisfying. The Orion beer enjoyed on board was fantastic. I would love to try this again! I recommend checking the weather and moon information before you go.

明るく気さくなスタッフさんが引率してくださり、クルーズに乗り込むとワンドリンク(アルコールやジュース)いただけました。晴れていて、雲も少なく、クルーズには最適な夜でしたが、悲しいことに月が明るくて天の川など小さな星は見えませんでした。ですが、スタッフの方から、一等星など観察できる星座や、星座にまつわるギリシャ神話など説明していただき、満足いく内容でした。船上で飲むオリオンビールは最高でした。また再チャレンジしたいと思います！行かれる方は、天気はもちろん、月の情報を確認していくことをお勧めします。

I was a bit disappointed because I felt there were fewer stars than I expected, perhaps due to the photos I saw or the sky that day. However, considering that you can't see that many stars in the city, it was still pretty good.

写真を見て期待し過ぎたせいか、その日の空のせいか思っていたより星が少なく感じてガッカリ感があった。でも、都会ではあれだけの星は見れないのでまあまあかなって感じです。

The moon was bright, and I couldn't see many stars, but I was able to see Jupiter and didn't feel disappointed. Next time, I will check the lunar phase and participate on a day with less moonlight.

月が明るく星はあまり見えませんでしたが
木星なども見れてガッカリ感はありませんでした。
次は月齢を確認して月明かりがあまり無い日に参加します。

The laser beams made it easy to understand the locations of stars and constellations, and both children and adults enjoyed it.

I was a bit disappointed because the weather in Ishigaki Island can change rapidly; even though the forecast said it would be clear, clouds appeared and it rained, so I couldn't see a perfect starry sky. However, I was glad to see many more stars compared to Tokyo.

I would love to come back to Ishigaki Island and see the Southern Cross next time!

レーザー光線で星の場所と星座を分かりやすく解説してくれて子供も大人も楽しめました。

石垣島は天気の移り変わりが激しいので、私の時は天気予報で晴れでも雲が発生したり雨が降ったりして満点の星空とまではいかずに残念でしたが、東京に比べて沢山星が観ることができて良かったです。

また石垣島に来て今度は南十字星を観てみたいです！

It would have been nice if there were no clouds.
The host was a bit awkward.
I appreciated that blankets and tea were provided at this time of year!

The radar for checking the stars was amazing!

I want to come back to see the stars again in a warmer season!
Thank you very much!

雲が無かったらよかった。
司会の方がぎこちなかった。
今の時期でブランケットとお茶が出てきたのがよかったです！

星を確認するレーダーがすごかったです！

また暖かい時期に星をみにきたいです！
ありがとうごさいました！

I was drawn to the name of the Star Bathing Tour, and the fact that same-day participation was allowed, along with transportation from the remote island terminal, made me choose this tour. We took a bus for about 20-30 minutes to the stargazing farm that was developed specifically for this tour. Upon arrival, there was a cute reception area, and beyond that, there were reclining chairs prepared for each participant, allowing us to sit back and enjoy the stargazing in a relaxed manner.

Although it was a clear day, I felt that the brightness of the moon might have overshadowed the stars. I had expected to see a starry sky like the one shown in the tour photos, but I honestly found the actual view disappointing as I couldn't see such a sky with the naked eye.

That said, each person was provided with binoculars, which allowed us to see stars that were not visible to the naked eye. We could also observe the stars while receiving explanations using a laser pointer, which made it more enjoyable and helped us understand the grandeur of the universe rather than just gazing aimlessly.

I participated at the end of March, and while it was still a bit chilly at night, there was a service of warm Sanpin tea and blankets. However, after being outside for about an hour, it got quite cold, and towards the end, it became a bit tough, so I think it's necessary to prepare for the cold depending on the season.

The high ratings from other participants were a factor in my decision to join, but perhaps that raised my expectations too much. I was hoping for a starry sky that matched the name of the tour. By the way, I stayed on the northern side of Ishigaki Island and saw a sky full of stars there, which made me want to join the tour again, but the visibility of the stars was completely different. I think it might be the difference between the empty northern side and the city-close southern side.

It seemed that there were many participants that day, and it took a long time for everyone to take turns looking at the moon's craters through the telescope, which significantly exceeded the scheduled end time, leading to various disappointments.

I hesitated to post this review as it might come off as harsh, but I hope that sharing this perspective can be helpful among the many high ratings.

星浴ツアーのネーミングに惹かれ、当日参加OK、離島ターミナルからの送迎ありも決め手となり、こちらのツアーへ。
このツアーのために開拓されたという星空ファームへバスで20-30分かけて向います。現地につくと可愛い受付と、その先には人数分のリクライニングチェアが準備されてあり、順次案内されゆったり座りながらの星空観察。
ただこの日は晴天でしたが、月がかなり明るかったからか？星の光が負けていたように思います。このツアーに載せてある写真のような星空が観れると思っていましたが、肉眼ではそのような星空は確認できず正直期待外れな星空でした。
とはいえ、双眼鏡が一人一台用意されていて、それを使うと肉眼では見えない星を見ることは出来ましたし、レザーポインターを使って星の説明を受けながら観察できるので、ただぼんやりと眺めるよりは宇宙の壮大さを理解でき楽しかったです。
今回3月末の参加でしたが夜はまだ肌寒く、温かいサンピン茶とブランケットのサービスがありましたが、約一時間ずっと外にいると結構冷えて最後のほうはちょっと辛かったので季節によっては自身での防寒対策必要だと思います。
参加された方の評価が高かったことも参加するきっかけになりましたが、逆に期待が大きくなってしまったのか、星浴ツアーのネーミングに期待を持ちすぎたのか・・・ちなみに今回、石垣島の北側にも宿泊し、そこで観た星空が満天の浴びるような星空で、それをもう一度みたいと思いツアーに参加したのですが星空の見え方が全然違いました。やっぱり何もない北側と市街地に近い南側の違いなのかもしれないなと思いました。
この日は人数も多かったようで、望遠鏡で月のクレーターをひとりひとり見る順番にも時間がかかり、終了予定時間を大幅に超えていたり、いろいろ残念でした。
辛口の口コミになるので投稿を迷いましたが、高評価が多い中で、このような感想があることを参考にしてもらえたらと思います。

The stargazing tour here requires a charter bus arrangement for those who do not use rental cars! We were picked up by a microbus in front of the mailbox at the Ishigaki Island ferry terminal bus stop.

After 8 PM, there are hardly any buses coming or going, so it's easy to find, but I was a bit anxious at the time of booking since I didn't know where exactly the Ishigaki Island ferry terminal bus stop was.

Notably, the way to focus the binoculars was excellent. In another tour I participated in the day before, they only used the central dial to focus on the moon, but here we focused one eye at a time (starting from the left), which was very easy to understand and provided a clear view.

The explanation of the stars was also easy to follow, and the laser pointer was used for a long time (other tours were too brief), allowing us to see with our eyes and confirm with the binoculars.

Additionally, we were shown not only stars through the telescope but also the craters of the moon. I was taught why my constellation, Leo, shines close to the horizon in July and August. Overall, the explanations were very clear and easy to understand, making it a wonderful experience.

It was intellectually enriching, and I am very grateful. This was a valuable stargazing tour that taught me things I had never known before.

ここの星空ツアーはレンタカーを使わない人はチャーターバスの手配が必要です！マイクロバスでの送迎です。
私達は離島ターミナルバス停の郵便ポスト前でした。
夜の８時以降は殆どバスの出入りが無いので分かりやすいですが、申込時は石垣島の離島ターミナルバス停の何処かを知らなかったので少し不安でした。
特筆すべきは、双眼鏡の焦点の合わせ方でした、他のツアー（前日参加）は
真ん中のダイヤルのみでの月を見ての焦点合わせ、こちらは片目（左からの順番）づつの焦点合わせでとっても分かり易くてよく見えて非常に良かったです
星空の説明も分かり易く、レイザーポインターの照射も長く（他ツアーは短すぎ）て目で見て双眼鏡で確認するまで照らし続けて頂きました。
又、天体望遠鏡で星ばかりでなく、月のクレーターも見せて頂きました。
私の星座：獅子座が何故、７月、８月は地平線近くで輝くのかも教えて頂き
全体的に説明は非常に分かり易く、とても理解し易くてとても素晴らしい。
知識的にも役に立ちました、感謝感激です。
今まで知らなかった事を教えて頂いた値打ちのある『星空ツアー』でした。