All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I had so much fun that time flew by! The guide, Mr. Ichikawa, was incredibly easy to understand and entertaining, and I learned a lot while leisurely walking through the forest. My perspective on plants and nature completely changed before and after the tour.

Since I mentioned that I love monkeys, I was also happy that we took our time to watch them. I want to visit Yakushima again, and when I do, I definitely want to walk through the western subtropical evergreen forest with YNAC Classic's tour.

楽しくてあっという間に時間が過ぎていました！
ガイドの市川さんのお話がとにかくわかりやすく面白くて、ゆったり森の中を歩きながらたくさんのことを学べました。ツアーの前後では、植物や自然を見る解像度が全く違うものになりました。
サルが好きだと伝えていたので、サルを眺める時間をゆっくりとっていただいたのも嬉しかったです。
また屋久島に行きたいし、その際にはぜひまたYNACクラシックさんのツアーで西部照葉樹林を歩きたいと思っています。

We were probably grouped by age, and there were eight people from the same generation. We spent 10 hours together, got to know each other, and I saw them a few times the next day and had conversations with them. The guide paid close attention to everyone, which allowed us to trek with peace of mind. I'm glad I was able to accomplish one of the things I want to do before I die.

たぶん年代別にグループ分けされていて、同世代8人でした。10時間も一緒に過ごして、顔見知りになり、次の日も何回かお見かけして話をしたりしました。
ガイドの方はみんなの様子をよくみてくださって、安心してトレッキングをすることができました。
死ぬまでにやりたいことの１つを実行できて良かったです。

I participated alone and joined a group of five, including our guide.

Our guide, Kiyota, made jokes and engaged each of us in conversation, creating a friendly atmosphere throughout the tour.

Additionally, at various points, he took photos for each group, paying attention to posing and angles, and he did a great job. I really appreciate it! 🙏

Unfortunately, the weather was rainy, but it turned out to be a fun trekking experience. ✨

Thank you very much!

私は１人での参加で
ガイドさん含め５人で回りました。

ガイドの清田さんが、
冗談を交えながら
皆さんそれぞれに話を
振ってくださったりして
和やかな雰囲気で
回ることができました。

あと、ポイントポイントで
各グループごとに
写真を撮ってくださったのですが
ポージングや角度までこだわって
上手に撮っていただき、感謝です🙏

天気はあいにくの雨でしたが、
楽しいトレッキングになりました✨

ありがとうございました。

The guide has a lot of knowledge. I really felt the history of Yakushima and the joy of the forest. The guide is a very charming person. Thank you!

ガイドが知識沢山持っています。
屋久島の歴史、森の楽しさを十分感じました。
ガイドはとても魅力がある人です。
ありがとうございます!

At first, I was a bit anxious about the 22-kilometer journey, but once I participated, I found that the combination of the flat trolley path and trekking made it challenging yet achievable. We set off early in the morning, and although we needed flashlights, it turned out to be a great experience. The sunrise we saw along the trolley path was incredibly beautiful.

Our guide shared humorous anecdotes while explaining the history and knowledge of Yakushima and the Yakusugi trees, making the trekking enjoyable. I also appreciated the explanations of various cedars and plants beyond the famous sites.

With appropriate breaks and adjustments to our walking order based on the guide's experience, our team, which had older members, was able to reach the goal without difficulty. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing Wilson Cedar, the Great Cedar, and Jomon Cedar, and this time we also got to see the trolleys working on the trolley path, as well as wild monkeys and deer, which left me very satisfied.

初めは22キロの道のりに不安もありましたが、実際に参加してみると平坦なトロッコ道とトレッキングの組み合わせで、楽ではないですが完歩することが出来ました。
出発は朝早く、懐中電灯が必要でしたが、それも良い経験で、トロッコ道の途中で見る朝日も非常に綺麗でした。
ガイドの方もユーモアを交えながら屋久島、屋久杉の歴史や知識を解説してくれて、楽しくトレッキング出来ました。
名所の他にも色々な杉や植物の説明も楽しかったです。
適度な休憩とチーム内の歩く順番の調整などガイドの方の経験値で年齢層の高いチームで
したが、無理なくゴール出来ました。
ウィルソン杉や大王杉、そして縄文杉と十分に堪能で出来、今回はトロッコ道で作業するトロッコや野生の猿や鹿も見ることが出来て、非常に満足しています。

Since I'm going to Yakushima, I definitely want to see Jomon Sugi at least once. If possible, I also want to visit the moss-covered forest and Taiko Rock, so I requested a local guide for two days.

I have little mountain climbing experience and I'm afraid of heights, but there were places that were more unstable than I imagined, where a fall could lead to a disaster, and there were bridges that were tough for someone with a fear of heights. It was more serious than I expected for a beginner, and there were moments when I felt like giving up. However, thanks to the guide who was mindful of our pace and constantly reminded us to be careful of our footing and surroundings, I felt reassured, and by the end of the first day, I was able to see Jomon Sugi and safely descend.

On the second day, my body was sore from muscle pain, but I had gotten somewhat used to climbing from the first day, and compared to the Jomon Sugi course, the Shiratani Unsuikyo was a healing course, allowing me to enjoy trekking on both days.

Along the way, I was able to hear a wide range of stories about Yakushima's nature, knowledge about cedar trees, history, and animals, making the climb enjoyable despite the challenges. We also incorporated quizzes and games, which naturally increased conversations among participants, allowing us to bond as if we weren't meeting for the first time.

I had different guides on both days, and they were truly wonderful in terms of attentiveness, safety management, knowledge, and ability to entertain. I wholeheartedly recommend this trekking experience to anyone considering Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo.

屋久島に行くからには縄文杉に一度はお目にかかりたい、せっかくなら苔むす森も太鼓岩にも行ってみたいと思い、今回2日間の現地ガイドをお願いしました。

私は登山経験も少なく高所恐怖症なのですが、想像していた以上に足元が不安定で滑落すれば大惨事になりそうなところがあったり、高所恐怖症には辛い橋があったり、初心者には思った以上に本格的な登山で心が折れそうになることもありました。しかし、ガイドさんがペースを気にしてくださったり、足元や頭上注意など常に安全面に配慮した声かけをしてくださったおかげで心強く、1日目の最後は縄文杉を見て無事に下山することができました。2日目は筋肉痛で身体がぼろぼろでしたが1日目で登山に多少なれたことや、縄文杉コースに比べれば白谷雲水は癒しコースで、2日とも楽しみながらトレッキングすることができました。

また道中も屋久島の自然や杉の知識、歴史、動物の話など幅広いお話を聞くことができ、大変ながらも楽しく登山ができました。
またクイズやゲームも交えながら進んでいただき自然と参加者同士の会話も増え、初対面とは思えないほど打ち解けることができました。

2日間それぞれのガイドさんに案内していただきましたが、気配り、安全管理、知識、楽しませる力、どれを取っても本当に素晴らしいガイドさん達でした。縄文杉•白谷雲水トレッキングを考えている方には心からおすすめしたいです。

My third-grade son loves guides. We thoroughly enjoyed the history of Yakushima and the fun of the forest. I want to go to Yakushima again in the summer.

小学校三年生の息子はガイド大好きです。屋久島の歴史、森の楽しさを十分感じました。まだ夏の時、屋久島へ行きたいです。

I had a wonderful time. The female driver was lovely, and I felt safe during the ride. The guide was also great and kind, providing a clear and informative tour. I'm really glad I participated in this bus tour. Traveling alone as a woman can be a bit anxiety-inducing, but I really wanted to do some sightseeing, and it turned out to be the perfect choice.

とても良い時間を過ごさせていただきました。女性の運転手さんで、素敵な方、安心して乗車することができました。
ガイドさんも素敵で親切、よくわかるガイドをしてくださいました。このバスツアーに参加できて、本当に良かったです。
女性一人旅…何かと不安…でもガッツリ観光がしたい…大正解でした。

Thank you for sharing so many fun stories and interesting trivia related to trekking! It has become my best memory so far!

トレッキング中に関連する豆知識など楽しいお話を沢山してくださり、ありがとうございました！
今までで1番の思い出となりました！

I was very satisfied with the guide's interesting and engaging stories, as well as the nature of Yakushima. There were various other tours available, but I'm glad I chose this one.

ガイドさんの面白く興味深い話と屋久島の自然に大満足。
色々他のツアーありましたが、このツアーを選んで良かったです。

I participated with concerns about my lower back and hips, but the guide was considerate and supportive, allowing me to reach the finish line without feeling discouraged or getting injured. I believe I would have given up if it weren't for the guide's presence.

足腰に不安を抱えた状態での参加でしたが、ガイドさんが適度に気遣いくださり、気持ちが折れることなく怪我なくゴールすることが出来ました。
ガイドさんがいてくださらなかったら、諦めていたと思いました。

I had the pleasure of participating in a wonderful tour. Thanks to our guide, I was able to learn a lot about Yakushima and had a very fulfilling time. I sincerely appreciate it.

素晴らしいツアーに参加させていただきました。ガイドさんのおかげで屋久島の色々なことが学べ、とても充実した時間を過ごすことが出来ました。心より感謝申し上げます。

This is a tour that takes almost a full day to circle around the main attractions of Yakushima. Since most other tours in Yakushima are focused on hiking, I think this is the only tour for those who want to enjoy a leisurely sightseeing experience.

ほぼ1日かけて屋久島の主な名所を１周するツアーです。
他の屋久島のツアーはほとんどが登山なので、とりあえずのんびり観光したい人には唯一のツアーだと思います。

I participated in a one-day tour. Since we could take a bus close to the destination, there wasn't much walking involved. It was very enjoyable.

1日のツアーに参加しました。目的地の近くまでバスで行けるので、あまり歩くこともなかったです。とても楽しかったです。

I was attended by the guide, Tsubone-san. I am very grateful for their help; without the guide's advice and support, I don't think I would have been able to climb at all, given my lack of experience in the mountains. The walking pace was about twice my usual speed, which was quite challenging, but they made sure to take regular breaks, maintaining a perfect pace until we arrived.

Additionally, at key points, they also took photos for everyone, which created wonderful memories.

Overall, it rained on the way there, but there were no accidents, and I was able to see the majestic sight of Jomon Sugi, making it a great trip. Thank you very much.

ガイドのツボネさんにアテンドしてもらいました。
大変お世話になり、ガイドさんのアドバイスやサポートなしには、山の経験のない自分には全く登れなかったと思います。
歩く速度が自分の通常の倍くらいでしたのでなかなか厳しくはありましたが、こまめに休憩も取っていただき、到着まで完璧なペース配分でした。
また要所要所では全員分の写真係もしていただき、良い思い出になりました。

全体を通して雨の行き道でしたが事故もなく、縄文杉の雄大な姿を見られてよい旅になりました。ありがとうございました。

The guide was incredibly friendly and provided detailed explanations throughout the entire tour. Although the tour was conducted in Japanese, he spoke more slowly for foreign guests, which made it mostly easy to understand. For those who didn’t speak Japanese, he thoughtfully used Google Translate to explain everything clearly to each person.

The itinerary was very well arranged, and he drove safely the entire time. For first-time visitors to Yakushima, this is absolutely the best tour you could choose.

The guide was incredibly friendly and provided detailed explanations throughout the entire tour. Although the tour was conducted in Japanese, he spoke more slowly for foreign guests, which made it mostly easy to understand. For those who didn’t speak Japanese, he thoughtfully used Google Translate to explain everything clearly to each person.

The itinerary was very well arranged, and he drove safely the entire time. For first-time visitors to Yakushima, this is absolutely the best tour you could choose.

It was raining quite hard during our tour—we are from a dry climate and weren’t really prepared, but that’s on us. This is one of the wettest places in the world, after all! Our guide was very kind and helpful, even though most people in the group did not speak Japanese. The forest is absolutely stunning! Highly recommended.

I went with three friends, but my stamina wasn't enough to reach Jomon Sugi, so we gave up at Wilson Sugi. Thanks to our guide, who provided various options and suggestions, we still had an enjoyable experience even though we couldn't make it to Jomon Sugi. The guide was knowledgeable about Yakushima's nature, and the explanations along the way were interesting. I hope to have a chance to try again someday. The guide was also knowledgeable about photography and helped us take a lot of pictures! (The attached photo was taken by the guide.)

友人たちと4人で行ったのですが、私の体力が足りず縄文杉には行けず、ウィルソン杉で断念しました。ガイドさんが色んな選択肢や提案をしてくれたおかげで、縄文杉に辿り着けなくても楽しい経験ができました。屋久島の自然に詳しいガイドさんだったので途中の説明も面白かったです。いつかまたリベンジしたいです。推し活や写真にも詳しく、たくさん写真を撮ってくれました！（添付写真はガイドさん撮です）

I had a great time driving while listening to the explanations. I was able to encounter deer and monkeys, and it was fascinating to hear about the banyan trees.

説明を聞きながらのドライブで楽しくいろいろ知れました。
鹿や猿にも対面することができ、ガジュマルの説明も聞けて興味深かったです。

In February, which is unusually warm and rainy for Yakushima, we had a fortunate trekking experience under completely clear skies. The members of the same team were all in great shape, and because we maintained a good pace, we were able to spend a considerable amount of time at Jomon Sugi, making it a meaningful experience.

2月としては異例の暖かさ且つ雨の屋久島で終始雲一つない晴天という恵まれた天候の中でのトレッキングでした。同じチームのメンバーも健脚揃いで、良いペースで会つけたことで縄文杉でかなりゆっくりした時間を取ることができ、有意義な体験となりました。

I visited Yakushima for the first time. I joined this tour because I wanted to go to Yakusugi Land. The guide's explanations on the bus helped me understand a lot about Yakushima. I especially recommend it for first-time visitors.

初めて屋久島に来ました。ヤクスギランドに行きたくてこのツアーに参加しました。バス車内でのガイドさんの説明で屋久島のことが良くわかりました。初めては方は特にお勧めします。

The weather was unfortunately bad, but once I started walking, I didn't feel the cold, and it felt just right. The scenery, the characters, and those scenes from the Studio Ghibli films! I wondered if they were inspired by this nature as I walked, and it was so much fun.

あいにくの天気でしたが、歩き始めると寒さは感じず、ちょうど良い感じでした。
ジブリ作品でみたあの景色、あのキャラクター、あの作品のあのシーン！この自然から思いついたのかしら？なんて考えながら歩くのがとっても楽しかったです。

Climbing during the off-peak season allowed us to listen to the explanations at a leisurely pace, take our time with photos, and there was no waiting for the restroom, which was fantastic! I was very satisfied to reach Jomon Sugi safely, and the guide's professional timing for our return was impressive. The coffee and cocoa prepared by the guide were exceptional in taste.

閑散期の登山は説明をゆっくり聞く事ができ、写真もゆっくり撮れ、トイレで並ぶこともなくて最高でした！
無事縄文杉まで辿り着く事ができて大満足でしたし、帰りの時間にぴったりとガイドしてくださるプロの技もあっぱれでした。
ガイドさんが用意してくださったコーヒーとココアの美味しさは格別でした。

They helped me manage my pace well. Thanks to the weather, I was able to reach the top safely. At dangerous spots, they would stop to let us catch our breath and explain things, and at photo points, they took pictures for us each time. I was really happy when we safely descended, and it was a great experience. I don't think I could have achieved this without the guide. Thank you very much! ^^

上手にペース配分してくれました。
天候にも助けられ無事に最後まで登りきる事が出来ました。
危ない所では息を整えられる様に停まって説明してくれたり、フォトポイントでは都度写真を撮ってくれました。
無事に下山出来たときは本当に嬉しくて、良い経験が出来ました。
ガイドさん無しでは達成出来なかったと思います。
ありがとうございました^^

The forecast predicted rain on the day of the trek, and I was a bit anxious about my first long hike. However, thanks to our guide, who kindly matched our pace, it turned out to be a wonderful experience.

There were moments when heavy rain poured down on the way there, but it created a mystical atmosphere. On the way back, the skies cleared up, and the droplets on the leaves and moss reflected the light, making the entire forest sparkle beautifully. I felt very lucky to experience both sunshine and rain in one day and to see the various faces of Yakushima.

当日は雨予報で、初めての長時間トレッキングで少し不安でしたが、ガイドの方がやさしくペースを合わせてガイドしてくださったおかげでとてもいい体験になりました。
行きはザーッと大雨が降るときもありましたが、それはそれで神秘な雰囲気でした。帰り道は晴れ上がり、木々の葉っぱや苔についたしずくが反射して森全体がきらめいてとても美しかったです。一日で晴れも雨も経験し、様々な屋久島の姿を拝見することができてとてもラッキーだと感じました。

I was the only participant on the day of the tour. They provided taxi transportation, and I appreciated that they still conducted the tour even with just one person.

As I listened to the explanations from the driver and guide, I explored the area, and since there were no other visitors at Sugiland, it felt like a private experience. I was able to take my time without worrying about others.

Being alone allowed me to move quickly, and although the original course was supposed to be 30 minutes, they guided me through a 50-minute course. This was a beginner-friendly hiking course, perfect for someone like me. Since it was a bit chilly and drizzling, I wore a waterproof windbreaker over my ultra-light down jacket, along with trekking shoes and rain pants. At one point, there was even some snow falling.

Given that it was the off-season, I was able to explore thoroughly, making it a valuable tour.

当日の参加者自分のみ。タクシーで案内してくださったのですが参加一人でも催行してくださるのは有りがたかったです。
運転手兼ガイドのかたの説明を聞きながら見て回るのですがスギランドに人が全くいず貸切状態。人目を気にせずじっくり回りました。
やはり1人なので回るのも早く本来30分コースらしいですが50分コースを案内してくださいました。
私のようなハイキング初心者向けのコースです。山なので少し寒いのと小雨だったのでウルトラライトダウンの上に防水ウインドブレーカーを羽織り、下はトレッキングシューズ、レインパンツの格好です。途中雪が散ってました。
閑散期もあり、じっくりまわれて価値あるツアーでした。

I participated in a tour around Yakushima Island. The guide was very knowledgeable, and I was able to learn a lot about the island. The driver was also excellent, skillfully navigating very narrow roads. I don't think I would have made it there if I were driving. We saw monkeys and deer, and the meals provided during the tour were delicious. I was fortunate to be surrounded by great people, making it a fun experience. Thank you very much.

屋久島一周のツアーに参加しました。
ガイドさんは知識が豊富で島のことをよく知ることができました。
運転手さんも、とても細い道をぐんぐん進んで上手な運転でした。普段運転しない私なら辿り着けなかったと思います。
猿や鹿も見られ、ツアーについてくるご飯も美味しく、人にも恵まれて楽しい体験になりました。
ありがとうございました。

A wonderful day even if the weather was bad the first hours of walking (rain). The misty forest, the big old and mysterious trees and the little world of the moss are so beautiful and well preserved! We were two with the guide (who speaks English contrary of what is written on the website). Read that some people had problems with the guide but he has done the job seriously. Yes he walks quickly sometimes, but we have no choice: we need to go down for the last bus. The problem is the bus schedule (which should pass one hour later), definitely not the guide! So he knows exactly what he's doing, we walked quite well and we finally arrived 10 minutes before the bus departure! If you feel that you are not in condition to walk quickly in hard mountain road (the last kilometers) it's better to give up this activity, and please don't try it without a guide during winter because we saw a few irresponsible guys underestimating the dangers of nature (no crampons on icy path, no warm clothes, walking late...)! Personally, I like this kind of guide who looks severe at the beginning, but little by little you discover that he just ask you to do what you need to do. He is kind too: giving some of his hot miso soup for lunch, taking lots of beautiful photos for you (because I must say it's hard to take photos by yourself, no time to fool around), giving very useful crampons for walking in the snow (two minutes to put it on your shoes), talking with you... Finally it was an amazing natural and human experience!

We participated as a family of five. Since it was cold, we dressed quite warmly, but while walking, we ended up getting hot and sweating. However, when we stopped for a moment, it became cold again. We rented raincoats, but wearing a fleece under the raincoat was sufficient. My gloves were also too warm, so I think using work gloves would be better. There were more ups and downs than I expected, which made me a bit anxious at first, but our guide taught us how to walk, move our feet, and breathe, so I was able to trek with peace of mind. Along the way, we enjoyed discussions about plants and explanations about cedar trees.

After walking for about two hours, we found a restroom and used it. On the way back, we retraced the same route, but I felt quite a strain on my knees going downhill. The next day, I had muscle soreness, but the Kumozu Gorge was incredibly mystical and beautiful, so it was a very satisfying tour. It was also nice that there were fewer people since it was winter.

家族5人で参加しました。寒いと言うことで結構厚着していきましたが歩いてると暑くなってしまい汗をかきましたがちょっと止まると今度は寒くなってきます。
レインコートレンタルしましたが
フリースにレインコートて十分でした。手袋もあつかったので軍手の方がいいかとおもいます。思った以上にアップダウンがあって最初不安になりましたが
ガイトさんが歩き方や足の運び方、息づかいを教えてもらったので安心してトレッキングできました。途中植物の話や杉の説明などしてもらえるので楽しめました
2時間ほど歩いたところにトイレがあり利用しました。
帰りは同じルートを戻りますが
下りはひざにかなり負担をかんじます。
次の日は筋肉痛になりましたが
雲水峡はとても神秘的で美しかったので大満足のツアーでした。
冬なので人が少なかったのも良かったです

I had no experience with trekking, so I had many concerns about my physical stamina. However, the guide's explanations were easy to understand, and they were very considerate in their interactions with us participants, making the trekking experience enjoyable! They took photos at each photo spot, and I was able to create many wonderful memories. It was the best!

トレッキング自体の経験も無かった為
体力の不安が多くありましたが
ガイドさんの説明が分かりやすく
我々参加者に凄く気遣いの声掛けをしてくれて楽しくトレッキング出来ました！
フォトスポット毎に写真を撮ってくれて
沢山の素敵な思い出ができて最高でした！