All Reviews for Bus Tours

I believe the performance and smile of the guide are the greatest strengths of this tour. Thank you, Mr. Oshima. Since I often travel alone and cannot drive, I would like to use the sightseeing bus again.

ガイドの方のパフォーマンスと笑顔がこちらのツアーの最大の武器なんじゃないかと思いました。大城さんありがとうございました。運手ができないかつ一人旅が多いのでまた観光バスご利用したいと思います。

We were in Chatan for diving and a typhoon prevented our plans! The aquarium and other sights sounded so good but we hadn't prepared to rent a car, and thought it was going to not happen...

Fortunately this tour allowed us to see the sights and aquarium in a single day at a reasonable cost. Many more things were provided in the package than expected! The staff was friendly, and everything went off without a hitch.

A note, the tour will be focused on the primary language of the participants, and instructions and timelines are provided in several languages. The language practice was very good though, the tour program reviewed local names, crops, and history.
Our tour guide even went as far to sing a couple folk songs!

A good way to pack a day full of activities.

This was our second trip to Okinawa as a couple, the first being 25 years ago. The town has changed quite a bit, and we were grateful for the guidance to the famous spots without getting lost. The weather was clear and sunny, and it was a day that made us want to jump into an aquarium. When we returned to the bus, the air conditioning was perfect, like an oasis. Even during the ride, the bus guide's performance allowed us to fully enjoy Okinawa. If we had more time at each location, I think we could have experienced even more, but perhaps that will be something to look forward to in another 25 years. Back in Naha, we savored the flavors of Okinawan cuisine, and with the island songs, we enjoyed our drinks and returned to our accommodation in good spirits. It was a wonderful day spent on the tour.

Additionally, I was able to participate without any worries thanks to the prior emails.

夫婦で二度目の沖縄旅行、以前は２５年前。
だいぶ変わった街並みに、右往左往する事無く、名所を案内してくれて助かりました。
天候も快晴、汗をかきかきみてまわり、いっそのこと水槽の中に入りたくなるような日でした。
バスに戻れば、エアコンがばっちり入って、オアシスみたいでした。
移動中でもバスガイドさんによるパフォーマンスに沖縄を満喫させてもらいました。
距離的に各所の滞在時間に余裕があれば、色々な体験が出来たと思うのですが、
それはあと25年先？のお楽しみ　かな。
那覇に戻れば、沖縄料理の味を堪能できて、島の唄と共にお酒も進み気分良く宿に戻ることが出来ました。
とても良い1日を過ごせたツアーでした。

尚、事前のメールなどで不安なく参加出来ました。

I used this tour company for my first trip to Okinawa. It was mid-October, but the temperature rose to 32°C and the weather was clear, so the cool bus rides were comfortable and helpful. The bus guide provided detailed explanations of tourist spots, as well as Okinawa's history and culture along the way. They also offered multilingual support and had GPS tourist guide rentals available. Both the driver and the bus guide were very considerate, always guiding us to avoid getting lost, which made it a beginner-friendly trip. I felt that the overall time management was good.

One thing I noticed was that we passed by Pineapple Park without stopping, and I thought it could be included in the tour since there seemed to be enough time.

Overall, I believe this is a wonderful tour at a reasonable price. I would like to use this tour company again for my next trip to Okinawa!

今回、初の沖縄旅行で利用させていただきました。10月中旬でしたが、32℃まで気温が上がり快晴だったので、涼しいバス移動は快適で助かりました。バスガイドさんが道中、詳しく観光スポット&沖縄の歴史や文化を説明してくださります。多言語にも対応していて、GPS観光案内のレンタルがありました。運転手さん、バスガイドさん共に細かな配慮があり、迷うことがないように常に誘導してくださるので、初心者に優しい旅だと感じました。全体的な時間配分も良かったと感じます。
一つ感じましたが、パイナップルパークを横目に見ながら素通りしたので、ツアーに組み込んでもいいのではないかと感じました。時間の余裕もありそうでしたので。
全体的に言って、値段もお手頃で素晴らしいツアーだと思いました。また沖縄旅行の際はこちらのツアー会社を利用させていただきたいと思います！

The tour guide spoke entirely in Japanese so if you are an English speaker, don't expect much from the running commentary. But the trip through the less populated areas of the island, the views from the windows, all were very good. The cost of the entire trip was less than bus fare round trip, and included a couple of interesting side trips. The pineapple farm was pretty, smelled good, and was loaded with interesting gift shops. The butterfly exhibit, where we were provided a simple Soba noodle lunch, was unexpectedly pleasant. Though getting older and a bit run down, the butterflies were gorgeous. I am sure you will read lots about Churaumi elsewhere. Just understand the the pictures I took of the whale shark are the most impressive to all my friends. It is beautiful, and the design of the tank puts him right above you when he swoops by.

You will find yourself wanting to go back, as the 3 hours passes by very quickly. A great tour for a great price. A day well spent!

I participated with a friend. It was my first trip to Okinawa, and I joined a bus tour, which turned out to be a very fulfilling day! We were able to visit many famous spots in one day, such as Kadena Road Station, Manza Beach, and the Churaumi Aquarium, and it was a lot of fun.

Although we encountered a sudden downpour, the bus stopped right in front of the store entrance, so we didn't even need to use an umbrella! I was very happy to experience not only the beautiful scenery and food of Okinawa but also the warmth of the bus guide and the local people. I would love to use a bus tour again when I go back!

友人と2人での参加でした。私は初めての沖縄旅行で、バスツアーに参加しましたが、とても充実した1日となりました！
嘉手納道の駅、万座毛、美ら海水族館など有名スポットを1日でたくさんまわることができ、とても楽しかったです。
途中ゲリラ豪雨が降ってきましたが、お店入り口の目の前にバスを止めて降ろして頂けたので、傘もささずに済みました！
沖縄の景色や食べ物などはもちろん、バスガイドさんや沖縄の方々の暖かさも感じられて、とても嬉しかったです。
また行く際にはバスツアー利用したいと思います！

It was the tour I had been looking forward to. The bus departed on time. The driver was Mr. Ohtake, and the guide was Mr. Ooshiro. Both of them were wonderful and experienced individuals. Along the way, a few guests joined us at Galleria and American Village. Finally, we set off. First, we were able to see planes taking off from the observation deck at the military base. After that, we headed towards the Churaumi Aquarium. We leisurely enjoyed the view of the emerald green coastline along the way. We had a generous two and a half hours to explore the aquarium, where we could see the majestic whale sharks swimming in the large tanks, along with various fish. Although we didn’t go, it was also possible to watch a dolphin show. We had lunch inside the aquarium. It was early October, but the temperature was a scorching 32 degrees. We needed to be careful not to get heatstroke. Sunscreen and hats are necessary. After that, we stopped by the Okashi Goten for some souvenir time, where we could sample some sweets. Next, we set off for Manzamo. At Manzamo, we walked around the promenade while listening to Mr. Ooshiro's explanations. Unfortunately, it was cloudy, but the sea was beautiful. Next was American Village, where we sampled taco rice and burritos, which are not commonly eaten on the mainland. It was a strange taste, but it was also a fun experience. The bus arrived at the Prefectural Office around 6 PM, earlier than scheduled. During the bus ride, Mr. Ooshiro explained Okinawa's history in a clear and thorough manner. It was a precious time to hear about Okinawa from a local. It was truly a satisfying tour that catered to our every need.

期待していた通りのツアーでした。バスは時間通りに出発。ドライバーは大竹さん、ガイドは大城さん。お二人とも経験豊富な素敵な方々です。途中ギャラリアとアメリカンビレッジで数名のお客さんが合流。いよいよ出発。まずは米軍基地、展望台で離陸して行く飛行機を見る事が出来ました。その後ちゅら海洋水族館に向けて移動。途中エメラルドグリーンの海岸線をのんびりと眺める事が出来ました。海洋水族館の見学時間はたっぷり２時間半。巨大な水槽で堂々と泳ぐジンベイ鮫や数々の魚を見ることができました。私たちは行きませんでしたがイルカショーを見る事も可能です。館内で各自昼食をとりました。10月初期でしたが32度の猛暑。
熱中症にならないように気を付ける必要があります。日焼け止め及び帽子が必要です。その後お菓子御殿に立ち寄りお土産タイム。サンプルのお菓子を頂けます。次は万座毛に向け出発。万座毛ではガイドの大城さんの説明を聞きながら遊歩道を一周。あいにくの曇り空、でも海が綺麗です。次はアメリカンビレッジ。本土ではあまり食べないタコライスとブリトーを試食。不思議なお味、これも楽しい経験です。バスは時間より早めの6時頃県庁前に到着です。バスの中でガイドの大城さんが沖縄を歴史を分かりやすく丁寧に説明して下さいました。沖縄の事を現地の方からお聞きすることができる貴重な時間です。本当に至れり尽くせりの満足できるツアーでした。

The tour was very punctual and the tour guide was very nice and professional. She even gave out some treats during the long ride between destinations. Overall, great value and comfortable ride to and back from the aquarium. It's a much longer journey time-wise due to the multiple stops to pick up additional customers, but if you're looking for a cost-efficient way to visit the aquarium, this one-day tour is a great option to consider, especially taking into account how many other additional sites are included.

I am a woman in my 50s. I participated with my husband! This was my first trip to Okinawa! I made a reservation the day before, and it was helpful that they picked us up at the hotel. Just for reference, you will be walking quite a bit, so I recommend wearing comfortable shoes (sneakers)! Thank you very much to our guide!

50代女性です。旦那様と参加しました‼️私は初めての沖縄旅行でした❗
前日に予約しまして、ホテルに迎えに来ていただいて助かりました。参考までですが、かなり歩きますので、はきなれた靴(運動靴)がおすすめです❗
ガイドさん、本当にありがとうございました‼️

The tour went smoothly and they didn't waste too much time at the lesser sights (pineapple park and butterfly garden). There was plenty of time at the aquarium, which is the highlight of the tour. The traffic coming back was pretty bad so the drop off time was later than expected.

I actually want to give it 5 stars; it was a wonderful tour (I'll explain why I gave it 4 stars later).

The guide was fantastic. They provided detailed explanations about Okinawa's history, lifestyle, culture, and nature while we were in the moving vehicle. They also allowed participants some time to themselves by occasionally pausing the explanations. The guide was truly excellent, and the driver was also a wonderful person, full of politeness and safety.

Regarding cost performance, there are entrance fees at various locations, so expenses will continue to accumulate during the tour. However, at Okinawa World, the guide recommended a less expensive course, saying that the highest entrance fee course would be difficult time-wise, which left a good impression.

The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I felt there could have been a bit more flexibility regarding the entrance fees. On the day I participated, there were a total of 23 participants. Normally, a group rate applies for 20 or more people at Sefa Utaki, allowing each participant to enter at a lower price. However, we were told that each participant had to pay the individual rate to enter, even though all participants were part of a tour group. I felt it was disappointing that if the guide had simply said at the reception, "23 people are entering," all participants could have entered at a lower price.

That said, our participation date just happened to have more than 20 people, and there may be days with fewer than 20, in which case the individual rate would apply. It would be better if the top page for participant recruitment clearly stated that entrance fees vary depending on the number of participants. I believe there is room for improvement.

While there was a bit of disappointment, I think it was a wonderful tour that efficiently covered key points in a short time, allowing us to listen to the explanations of a veteran guide.

本当は星を5つにしたい、素晴らしいツアーでした(なぜ星を4つにしたかは後述します)。

ガイドさんが素晴らしかったです。細やかに沖縄の歴史や生活や文化や自然についてを、走る車内でたくさん説明してくださりました。また、時に説明を中断されて、参加客が自分の時間を持てる余裕も残してくださりました。
本当にガイドさんが素晴らしかったし、運転士さんも礼儀正しさと安全に満ちた素晴らしい方でした。

コストパフォーマンスですが、各所において入場料がかかるので、ツアー中、それなりに財布からの出費は続きます。
でも沖縄ワールドにおいてはガイドさんが、最も高い入場料のコースは時間的に難しいだろうからと、安めのコースを案内してくださり、好印象です。

星を5つではなく4つにした理由は、その入場料について、もう少し機転をきかせられると思えたからです。
私のツアー参加日、参加者は計23名でした。本来なら斎場御嶽において、20名以上の団体料金が適用されるので、各参加者は安く入場することが可能でした。
けれど、ツアー参加者はそれぞれが個人料金を払わないと入場できないといわれて、全参加者がツアー・団体であるにもかかわらず、個人料金での入場になりました。
ガイドさんが受け付けにおいて、「23名入場です」といってくれたらそれだけで、全参加者が安く入場できただけに、残念に思えました。
ただ、私たちの参加日はたまたま20名以上であっただけで、日によっては20名に満たない日もあり、その場合は個人料金だと思います。ならば参加者募集のトップページにおいて、参加者の数によって入場料が変動すると明記されればよいだけなので、やはり改善の余地はあると思いました。

少しの残念さは残りましたが、短時間で効率的に要所を巡れて、ベテランガイドさんの説明も拝聴できる素晴らしいツアーだと思います。

I happened to find a tour site to go with my friends.
I was very satisfied with the tour!
Our destination was the Churaumi Aquarium!
It was my first time visiting the Churaumi Aquarium, and we were blessed with good weather. I really enjoyed such a dynamic aquarium with so much movement.
I wished we had a little more time to enjoy it.
The dolphin show was amazing, and I was surprised by the dolphins' abilities.
At Manzamo, as soon as we arrived, it started pouring rain, but miraculously, a beautiful big rainbow appeared.
At American Village, I was very satisfied that we could stretch our legs all the way to Sunset Beach!
I definitely want to participate again!
The staff welcomed us with smiles and thoughtful hospitality.
I would like to participate again.

友人と行くためにたまたま見つけたツアーサイトでした。
ツアー的になとても満足で良かったです！
わたし達の目的が、美ら海水族館でした！
美ら海水族館へ初めて行きましたが、お天気ににも恵まれ、大迫力でここまで動きがある水族館はとても楽しめました。
もう少し時間がほしいと思う楽しめました。
イルカショーではイルカの能力に驚きでした
次の
万座毛では到着した瞬間、大雨がふりましたが、逆に奇跡的に大きな虹がかかりとても綺麗でした。
アメリカンビレッジでは、サンセットビーチまて足を伸ばす事が出来とても満足でした！
また絶対参加したいです！
スタッフさんもいつも笑顔で思いやりのおもてなし頂きお出迎いして頂きました。
また、参加したいと思います。

I had a great time exploring the northern region of Okinawa in just one day. While it's nice to create your own plan and go around, I think taking a bus tour allows you to learn various information and enjoy efficient sightseeing!

1日で行きたい、沖縄北部地方を巡れて楽しかったです。
自分でプランを組んで回るのもいいですが、バスツアーで巡ると、色々な情報を知れるし効率の良い観光ができるなーと思います！

The guide and the driver were both very pleasant, making for a safe and enjoyable trip. During the bus rides, there was no excessive commentary or performance; the announcements and songs were just right, allowing us to relax and not feel bored while traveling by bus.

ガイドさん、運転手の方もとても感じがよく、安心して楽しく旅になりました。
バスの移動の時間も過剰な案内やパフィーマンスはなく、ちょうどよいくらいの案内と歌などを所々で歌ってくださり、ゆっくり休みながらバスでの移動中も退屈することもなく、過ごすことができました。

Many hotels had pick-up services, and since it was the first hotel, the wait was too long. There was no commentary from the guide, so it felt boring. Also, the small gifts, like stickers, weren't very exciting. I wished we had more time at the aquarium.

多くのホテルにお迎えがあり、最初のホテルだったのでその時間が長すぎました。ガイドの話もなく暇でした。そしてプチプレゼントがシールなどであまり嬉しくなかったです。
また、水族館の時間がもっと欲しかったです。

The distance traveled and the walking distance were long, and it was quite challenging in the heat, but I was really happy with the guide's hospitality. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime bus tour. I definitely want to meet this bus guide again and do some sightseeing. Of course, I felt that we efficiently visited the tourist spots, and the cost performance was very high.

移動距離と歩く距離が長く、暑い中でしたので少し大変でしたが、ガイドさんのおもてなしの心がすごく嬉しかったです。本当に一期一会なバスツアーでした。ぜひまた今回のバスガイドさんにお会いして観光したいと思います。もちろん、観光地も効率よく周れてコストパフォーマンスはとても高いと感じました。

For this price, you can visit five places in one day, and it includes an admission ticket to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, along with a fun tour guide who provides interesting information about the sights. The tourist spots were great, but especially the guide! Not only did they provide information about the highlights, but they also performed island songs and even changed from their guide uniform into traditional clothing to sing. They were a talented and charming person!

このお値段で1日フルに5箇所も回れて、美ら海水族館の入場券もついて、バスガイドさんによる楽しい見所案内も付いてます。
観光地も良かったですが、特にガイドさん！
見所案内もさることながら、島歌を披露してくれたり、さらにガイドさんの制服から伝統衣装？にチェンジして唄ってくれたり、芸達者な可愛いらしい方でした！

During the tour, there was a mini presentation at the Himeyuri Monument, and we received some sata andagi. I understand that this is to enhance the enjoyment, but I would have appreciated it if you could have informed us in advance about what would be presented.

Also, since we went to the Himeyuri Monument, it would have been great if we could have spent about 40 minutes at the Ryukyu Glass Village, or had the option to choose between the "A Course: Okinawa World Cultural Kingdom Gyokusendo" and "B Course: Shinhar Beach and Cafe Tour," like in this tour.

Overall, I am very satisfied with the tour!

ツアーの中で『ひめゆりの塔の所で、ミニプレゼンがあります！！』とあり、サーターアンダギーを頂きました。お楽しみ感を出す為だとは分かっているのですが、出来れば前以てどういう物がプレゼンされるか教えて頂ければ嬉しく思いました。
あと　出来れば、ひめゆりの塔まで行ったのであれば『琉球ガラス村』も40分位時間を取るか、今回のツアーの『Aコース:おきなわワールド文化王国玉泉洞 ◆Bコース:新原ビーチ・カフェ巡り』の様に選択が出来れば最高でした。
ツアーじたいはとても満足しています！！

Booking this trip was really easy and the coach arrived right on time. The lady who was our guide apologised for not being able to speak English but managed to pass on all relevant details without a problem. She was very polite, attentive and friendly.
To make up for not being able to understand the guides commentary we were issued with a personal headset to listen to information. However, I found this frustrating as despite the guide giving an almost constant narrative as we went along we only got a couple of sound bites, most of which were adverts for the goods being sold at the stops. It was also difficult to hear over the guides microphone so we missed some of the information. I feel it was a lost opportunity for me to learn more about where we were.
As is usual with this kind of trip you don't get nearly enough time at each of the stops and I felt if we'd not bothered with the butterfly place and gift shop and used the time else where it would have been better. However the route we took meant you got to see quite a bit of the coast and a bit of countryside which was very nice.
However, the aquarium is the best I've ever seen and the large tank is totally awesome!

Since it was my first trip to Okinawa, I wanted to see various sights, including the Churaumi Aquarium, and I made the right choice by signing up for this tour. Each sightseeing spot was great, and the guide's explanations during the travel time were very interesting. There were also songs and dances in the latter part, which made it a lot of fun.

On the day of the tour, I was a bit worried about the cloudy weather and how it would affect our beach visits, but the guide was very skilled in their storytelling, allowing us to enjoy the sea in a different way than we would on a sunny day. I thought that having about 30 more minutes at the Churaumi Aquarium would have made the visit less rushed, but considering my stamina, I think this duration was just right.

初の沖縄旅行だったため、美ら海水族館を含めて色々観光したくてこのツアーに申し込みましたが大正解でした。
各観光どころも良かったし、移動時間のガイドさんの説明もとても興味深く後半には歌や踊りもあって、とても楽しかったです。
また、当日は少々曇天でビーチ等の観光はどうなのかな、と思っていましたが、ガイドさんのお話の仕方がとても上手で、晴天時の海とはまた違った海をしっかり楽しむことが出来ました。
美ら海水族館は、あと30分くらいあると慌ただしくなく観光できるのかな、とは思いましたが、体力的な事を考えると、これくらいがちょうどよかったのかとも思います。

The cost performance was really good for being able to see so much at this price! Since the Himeyuri Monument was the conclusion of my trip, I felt a bit sad, but haha. I arrived without any issues at 1 PM and had plenty of time to catch my 3 PM flight!

この値段でここまで周れるのは本当にコスパが良かったです！ひめゆりの塔が今旅の締めだったので少し悲しい気持ちになりましたが笑笑 13時に問題なく到着して余裕を持って15時の飛行機に乗れました！

I was very satisfied that I could visit the famous spots in Okinawa in just one day. The guide shared songs, dances, dialects, stories about the people of Okinawa, and little bits of information that aren't in guidebooks, which I really enjoyed! I definitely want to come back to Okinawa!

沖縄の有名どころを1日で回ることができて大満足でした。ガイドさんが歌や踊り、方言、沖縄の人や沖縄のプチ情報をお話ししてくださり、ガイドブックに書いてないことを沢山楽しめました！是非また沖縄に来たいです！

I participated in the same tour before. This time, I joined with a friend who was visiting Okinawa for the first time, and since our time was limited, we chose this tour that allows for an efficient day trip. The guide entertained us with songs, history, and quizzes, and my friend was very satisfied.

以前同じツアーに参加しました。今回は沖縄が初めての友達も同行し、なおかつ日にちが限られたため、日帰りで効率的にまわれるこのツアーにしました。ガイドさんが歌や歴史やクイズなどで楽しませてくれて、友達も大満足でした。

The guide explained, sang, danced, and even performed a paper play. I really think that's amazing.
It's much easier to take this bus tour than to drive myself.

ガイドさんは解説して歌って踊って紙芝居もやってました。本当にすごいと思います。
自分で運転するよりも、このバスツアーのほうが本当に楽です。

The course was certainly good, but the various conversations on the bus, the Okinawan songs, and the traditional Kachashi dance really made it an enjoyable trip, including during the travel time!

コースももちろん良かったですが、バスの中での色々な話や、沖縄の歌三線、カチャーシーなど、盛り上げていただき、移動中も含めてほんと楽しい旅になりました！

The guide was incredibly energetic, with singing and dancing, and provided a thorough explanation of Okinawa's history. I participated alone, but I had a great time and learned a lot. The main highlight this time was the Churaumi Aquarium, which was crowded, but the dolphin show was fantastic. When returning to the bus, the guide and the driver always welcomed us, and I thought that their attitude contributes to the popularity of this tour. They also paid attention to our seating, so I was never bored until the end. I would love to join again when I come back to Okinawa!

とにかくガイドさんがパワフル、唄あり、踊りあり、沖縄の歴史もよくよく説明していただき、一人での参加でしたが、とても楽しかったし、勉強になりました。今回のメイン、美ら海水族館、混んでいましたが、オキちゃんショーも最高でした。バスに戻る時は、いつもガイドさんとドライバーさんのお２人でお出迎え、その姿勢がこのツアーの人気につながっているのだなと思いました。座席にも気を使っていただき、最後まで飽きませんでした。また、沖縄に来たときは、参加したいです！

Very convenient way to see the Okinawa Aquarium from the Kadena area. The Nago Pineapple stop was a pleasant surprise. Well organized and a good value.

The crew was very kind and attentive, and although it was a short trip, I was able to enjoy it. Thank you very much.

乗務員さんがいろいろと親切に対応してくれて,短い旅だったが楽しむことができました。ありがとうございました

Very nice trip. Well organised and professionally managed by local company (Rado). Everything went smoothly. The lady in charge of the tour didn't speak well English but was very kind and attentive to all guests. I recommend it to any foreigner who wants to visit Churaumi aquarium. Pick up option from hotel is a plus. Good experience!

As expected of a sacred place, the prayer area surrounded by trees felt a bit cooler in temperature. If you have a flight around 3 PM, I recommend participating. The guide from Rad Tours was also very helpful in providing guidance.

聖地と言われるだけあって、木々に囲まれたお祈りの場所は、やや気温も低く涼しく感じた。15時前後のフライトであれば、参加をお勧めします。ラド観光のガイドさんも丁寧に案内くださって良かったです。