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Big Island
This tour is a must do while visiting the Big Island, as it has a perfect combination of natural beauty, cultural context, and astronomy!!!
On the day of the tour, the weather in Kona was cloudy, which made me a bit worried, but it turned out to be no problem at all! The sunset was surrounded by a sea of clouds, creating a very magical atmosphere. For stargazing, even though the half-moon was out, I was able to see the Milky Way and winter constellations perfectly, making it a wonderfully romantic experience! Overall, the tour was smooth and efficient, and the guide was very kind, providing a comfortable experience.
当日コナは曇りで天気が心配でしたが、
全く問題にならなかったです！
サンセットは一面雲海で、とても幻想的でした。
星空観測も、半月が出ていましたが、天の川や冬の星座はばっちりと見れ、十分にロマンチックな体験でした！
また、全体を通してスムーズで無駄のないツアーで、ガイドもとても親切にしていただき、快適な体験ができました。
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What an amazing experience! We had the perfect weather conditions to watch an amazing sunset and an absolutely clear night to see the stars. BUT what made this trip unforgettable is James our tour guide. He is funny knowledgeable and kind. He made sure we were able to capture moments throughout our trip. He is an amazing photographer and was intentional in capturing our photos with the sunset and with the millions of stars! You have to book your trip with Hawaiian Eyes Tours.
We packed layering clothes and added layers as we traveled up. Their gear was clean and necessary!
Guide Show was friendly, and I was able to relax and enjoy the entire time. Not only did I learn about Mauna Kea, but I also gained insight into Hawaii's background and history, making it a very fulfilling experience. The sandwiches they prepared were delicious, and it was a memorable experience.
ガイドのショウさんが気さくで、終始リラックスして楽しめました。マウナケアだけでなく、ハワイの背景や歴史も学べてとても充実。用意してくれたサンドイッチも美味しく、心に残る体験でした。
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The content of the sunset and starry sky, as well as the detailed support from gathering to dispersal, made it a great experience to participate.
サンセットと星空のコンテンツ、そして集合から解散までの対応もきめ細やかで、参加してとてもよかったです。
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I participated in the Mauna Kea stargazing tour led by the tour guide Yorkie. It was great that Yorkie could speak Japanese, allowing us to hear explanations about the constellations in our language. During the drive up to the summit, he reminded us several times about measures to prevent altitude sickness, and we all practiced deep breathing together. Thanks to that, we were able to enjoy the tour energetically. The sandwiches were delicious too. He also shared a lot of information about local shops! It was a fantastic tour where we got to see the best sunset and starlit sky, and I was very satisfied.
ツアーガイドヨーキーさんのマウナケア星空ツアーに参加しました。ヨーキーさんは日本語もできるため、日本語で星座の説明を聞けてとてもよかったです。また、山頂に着くまでのドライブ中は、高山病にならないための対策を何度もリマインドいただき、みんなで深呼吸などを行い、おかげさまでツアー中元気に過ごすことができました。
サンドイッチも美味しかったです。
地元のお店などもたくさん教えていただきました！
最高の夕日と星空を観測できて大満足のツアーでした。
There were people who came on their own with rental cars like Jeeps, but considering altitude sickness prevention and the points for stargazing, I think it was a good decision to join the tour!
jeepなどのレンタカーならば自分たちで来ている人もいましたが、高山病対策や星座のポイントなどのことを考えるとツアーに参加して良かったと思いました！
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The weather forecast was bad, but the sunset at the summit was wonderful with a salmon pink sky! The starry sky also defied the weather forecast, and I was able to observe the Milky Way, which made me very satisfied. The guide was fluent in both English and Japanese, and the explanations were easy to understand, allowing us to have a truly wonderful time!
天気予報は悪かったのですが、山頂でのサンセットはサーモンピンクの空が広がりとても素敵でした！星空も天気予報を覆し、ミルキーウェイも観察できて、大変満足でした。
ガイドの方も英語・日本語堪能で、解説もわかりやすくとても素敵な時間が過ごせました！！
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The stars were very visible. I have seen stars from the 8th station of Mount Fuji in the past, but this time there were more and they were more beautiful. I'm glad I participated in the tour.
The sunset was beautiful, but it felt just as I expected.
The BLT sandwich we were given for dinner was something I wasn't expecting, but it was packed with ingredients and delicious, haha.
星が非常によく見えました。
過去に富士山8号目から星を見たことがありますが、今回の方が綺麗かつたくさん見れました。ツアー参加してよかったなと思います
夕日も綺麗でしたが期待通りといった感じ
夕食として配られたBLTサンドは期待していなかったですが、具沢山で美味しかったです笑
The summit is very cold and windy, so warm clothing is necessary.
山頂は風が強く非常に寒いので防寒必要です
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It was an English tour, but I appreciated that they provided explanations in Japanese here and there. The sunset at Mauna Kea was truly beautiful, and as we drove up, I could feel the temperature dropping gradually with the increasing elevation, which made me realize just how high the mountain is. I can't believe we could drive all the way to the summit!
The photo opportunities were fantastic, with many great poses suggested, and the friendly service was reassuring. We were the only Japanese people in the car, so I was very grateful for the care we received. The night sky was also breathtaking, with the Milky Way visible—it was an emotional experience!
I participated in a similar tour with a different company about ten years ago, but I noticed some great differences this time: the sandwiches were delicious, they took a lot of photos, and the number of silversword plants at the Onizuka Center has significantly increased thanks to conservation efforts. I definitely think this is a must-do tour on the Big Island!
英語のツアーでしたが日本語でも所々説明してくれて助かりました。
マウナケアの夕日は本当に美しくて、たどり着くまでの車の中でも少しずつ標高が上がるたびにだんだん寒くなってくるので本当に高い山なんだなと実感します。
頂上まで車で来られるなんて信じられない！
写真はたくさん素敵なポーズを提案してくれてフレンドリーな対応にホッとしました。車の中で日本人は私たちのみでしたがケアいただいて大変ありがたかったです。
夜の星空も天の川が見えて感動的でした！
昔10年前も別の会社の類似ツアーに参加しましたが、サンドイッチが美味しいこと、たくさん写真をとってくれること、オニヅカセンターの銀剣草の数が保護の甲斐あってとても増えていることなど良い違いを感じました。
ぜひハワイ島にはマストなツアーだと思います
If you have down jackets and pants to lend, the cold won't be a problem at all. The women's restroom at the Onizuka Center gets quite crowded, so it might be better to go early.
貸してくれるダウンとズボンがあれば寒さは全く問題ありません。
オニヅカセンターの女子トイレはかなり混むので早めに行ったほうがいいかも。
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The sunset and starry sky from the summit were breathtaking and truly moving. I was able to understand the explanations about the stars well since they were provided in Japanese.
I was a bit worried about the altitude and altitude sickness, but I was comfortably taken care of with a car ride and was lent warm clothing, so I was able to enjoy my time there. Thank you very much!
山頂からの夕陽と、星空は絶景で感動しました。日本語でも対応してもらえたので星の説明などもよく理解できました。
標高が高く高山病など不安でしたが、車で送迎していただき、防寒具なども貸してもらえたので快適に過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました！
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The guidance from the polite tour guide was excellent! We were also able to take commemorative photos with the starry sky, and we received warm cocoa as well!
丁寧なガイドさんの案内がとても良かったです！
星空との記念撮影もしてもらえましたし、温かいココアも貰えました！
Since it's a long trip, it's better to bring some snacks! It's also good to have something like a knit cap to cover your face!
長旅なので軽食持参の方が良いです！
ニット帽等の顔周りを覆える方がいいです！
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The sunset viewed from the sacred summit of Mauna Kea was the best, and the starry sky was truly beautiful and moving. The summit was much colder than I expected, so I recommend going dressed warmly. The hot cocoa enjoyed at the top of the mountain was also fantastic! I took some great photos, which became wonderful memories. Thank you to our guide, Shoya.
神聖なマウナケアの山頂から見る最高の夕焼け、そして満点の星空、どちらも本当に美しく感動しました。山頂は思ったより数倍寒く、暖かい格好で行くのをお勧めします。山の上で飲むホットココアも最高でした！ 写真も撮っていただきとても素敵な思い出になりました。ガイドのShoyaさん、ありがとうございました。
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The sunset and starry sky were breathtaking, and I was truly moved. I was a bit worried about the cold and altitude sickness, but I had such a wonderful time that it didn't bother me at all. I wanted to capture the stunning scenery in photos, so I brought a camera and tripod, even though I'm a complete beginner. With the support of the guide, I was able to take many beautiful pictures.
サンセットも星空も絶景で感動しました。寒さや高山病を少し心配していましたが、気にならないくらい素敵な時間を過ごせました。
絶景を写真におさめたいと思い、超初心者ながらカメラと三脚を持参しましたが、ガイドさんのサポートもあり素敵な写真を沢山撮れました。
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The sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea was amazing! I couldn't join the Japanese guided tour due to scheduling conflicts, so I participated in the English guided tour, but I was able to listen to the explanations about the observatory and the stars in Japanese. Thank you so much! I was able to see my zodiac sign, Capricorn, and received explanations about it. I encountered Subaru, Betelgeuse, and many stars. It truly became a wonderful memory.
マウナケア山頂からの日の入りは最高でした！
日本語ガイドツアーは日程が合わず、英語ガイドツアーに参加したのですが、天文台、星の説明を日本語で聴くことができました
本当にありがとうございました！
私の星座の山羊座を見ることができ、説明もしてもらえました。スバル、ベテルギウス、たくさんの星に出会えました。本当にいい思い出になりまし
I borrowed winter clothing and wore Heattech, an ultra-down vest, and a jacket underneath, but it was still cold. At the summit, it was harder to breathe than I expected, and it was tough. Please move
防寒着を貸してもらい、その下にヒートテック、ウルトラダウンのベストとジャケットも着ていましたが、それでも寒かったです。
頂上は、思ったより息がしずらくしんどかったです。ゆっくり動いてくださいね
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I signed up to enjoy the sunset and stargazing from the mountaintop. Since we traveled by car, it was easy to head to the summit, but in reality, reaching an altitude of 4,200 meters involved a 20-minute journey on a gravel road, along with battling the invisible threat of altitude sickness, which was quite the challenge! After enduring headaches and slight breathlessness, a breathtaking view awaited us at the top!
Fortunately, we were blessed with good weather and were able to enjoy the most beautiful sunset and a sky full of stars, making it a perfect 120-point tour experience! Lastly, I experienced mild altitude sickness for the first time, but I found that listening to the staff's advice helped alleviate the symptoms. However, I recommend not overexerting yourself and moving around too much.
山頂からのサンセットと天体観測を楽しみに申し込みました。
車での移動でしたので手軽に山頂へ向かうことができますが実際には、標高4200mの高さまで辿り着くには20分ほどの砂利道を通ったり、見えない高山病との戦いもありました笑
頭痛がしたり若干の息苦しさを耐え忍んだ暁月には壮大すぎる絶景が待っています！！
私たちは幸いにも天候に恵まれ、最高の夕焼け、満点の星空を眺めることが出来、120点満点のツアーを体験することができたことに感謝します！
最後に初めて軽度の高山病になりましたが、高山病はスタッフのアドバイスを聞き、楽になりますが調子に乗って動き回らないことをお勧めします。
Don't underestimate altitude sickness.
Altitude sickness measures: scarf for cold protection, thick socks, gloves, Heattech, etc.
Motion sickness medication.
高山病をなめない
高山病対策、寒さ対策マフラー、厚手の靴下、手袋、ヒートテックなど
酔い止め
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I was able to enjoy a world I've never seen above the clouds! The stars were so numerous when it got dark that I couldn't even recognize the constellations, which was very moving. Our Japanese guide explained about the observatory and the stars in a way that was easy to understand, and they patiently helped us until we could find the constellations.
The road to the summit was bumpy, and I felt a bit of discomfort at the top, but having the tour guide with us made me feel at ease.
I'm really glad I participated in this tour!
雲の上の見たことのない世界を堪能できました！
星は暗くなるとたくさん見えすぎて星座がわからなくなるほどで、とても感動しました。
日本人のガイドさんで天文台や星についての説明が分かりやすく、星座を見つけられるまで丁寧に付き合ってくださいました。
山頂まではガタガタ道で、山頂では少し苦しさを感じましたがツアーガイドさんがいてくれたので安心できました。
このツアーに参加してとても良かったです！
It seems that during any season when the moon is out, it's difficult to see the stars. I recommend checking the time more than just the moon phases before participating.
どの季節でも月がでている時間だと星は見にくいようです。月の満ち欠け以上に時間を調べて参加することをおすすめします。
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Thank you for the wonderful experience, blessed by the weather! The starry sky was magnificent. It was moving to see the artificial satellite.
天候にも恵まれ、とても素晴らしい体験をありがとうございました！
満天の星空でした。
人工衛星が観れたのは感動でした。
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Last time I participated in the Sunrise tour, and this time I joined the Sunset tour. I arrived on time for the meeting. Although the instructions were in English, I was grateful that I could communicate in Japanese when I got off the bus. I apologize for not understanding much of the information provided during the ride.
Thank you very much for this time! 😭
前回はサンライズ
今回はサンセットに参加
集合時間にも時間通り
英語の案内ですが
下車した時は
日本語でコミニケーションを
取っていただき助かりました。
車内でたくさんの案内をしていだいてるのにあまり理解できず申し訳なかったです。
今回はありがとうございました😭
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ガイドはとても良かったです。ムカデはとても悪かったです。次の旅行者のために、その長い茶色のものを駆除してください。
Guid was very good.
Centipede was so bad.
Please extermination that long brown one for another travellers.
ムカデに気をつけてください！
Please be careful about centipede!
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The sunset viewed in the clear air was truly beautiful. It might have been the first time I focused solely on the "sunset" without needing to think about anything else. It was simply beautiful. The stunning scenery before and after the sunset allows for a wonderful time that lasts longer than expected. Additionally, I was able to see the Venus Belt when I looked back, but this time, due to volcanic gas, I couldn't see the green flash. I would like to participate again the next time I visit the Big Island of Hawaii.
澄んだ空気の中見る日没は本当に美しかったです。
何かを考える必要のない中で「日没」に集中したのは初めてかもしれません。ただただ美しいものでした。
日没の前後で美しい景色は広がっているので、想定よりも長い間、素敵な時間を過ごせると思います。
また、振り返るとビーナスベルトが見れましたし、今回は火山ガスの影響でグリーンフラッシュは見れませんでした。
次回ハワイ島を訪れるときはまた参加したいと思います。
Using a tripod to stabilize your camera for shooting is recommended. Additionally, I think you'll enjoy discovering various meteorological phenomena like the Venus Belt and the Green Flash.
三脚などカメラを固定して撮影するのがおすすめです。
また、ビーナスベルトやグリーンフラッシュなど気象現象も調べていくと多くのことを楽しめると思います。
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The guide spoke Japanese and provided a lot of historical explanations all the way to the summit, making it a very fulfilling tour. Thank you very much!
ガイドの方が日本語を話してくださり、山頂までもたくさん歴史について説明してくれたのでとても充実したツアーでした。ありがとうございました！
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While the weather was fortunate, both the sunset at the summit of Mauna Kea and the starry sky were truly magnificent. We had plenty of time for stargazing, and I was able to fully enjoy it. I highly recommend it for those who love the night sky.
天気に恵まれた部分もあるでしょうが、マウナケア山頂の夕陽、星空共にとても素晴らしいものでした。星空鑑賞も十分に時間を取っていただき、堪能する事ができました。星空が好きな方にはお勧めできます。
The summit can be very cold and windy, so I think it's a good idea to get warm clothing and gloves while you are at the visitor center before heading to the top.
山頂は風も強く、とても寒いので、山頂に行く前、ビジターセンターにいる間に、防寒着の上下と手袋を貰うと良いと思います。
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This tour was highly recommended! The view from the summit was amazing, and the experience of watching the sunset and stargazing really lifted my spirits. Additionally, the guide covered the challenging parts, which made it much easier on both my body and mind.
The tour takes half a day, but during the travel, I listened to the guide's explanations, and at each spot, we took our time to thoroughly explore Mauna Kea, making for a fulfilling experience. I think preparing to go on your own would be quite difficult, but this tour takes care of altitude acclimatization, time management for descending, providing warm clothing and telescopes, as well as sandwiches and hot cocoa. Plus, I could rely on them for the long drive, making it a very convenient experience.
Being able to drive to this altitude is rare worldwide, and this tour minimizes the burden while maximizing the experience. Overall, it was fantastic, and there were no inconveniences at all.
とてもオススメできるツアーでした！
頂上からの眺めは素晴らしく、日の入りも星見も気分が上がる体験です。
そして、大変な部分をガイドさんがカバーしてくれて、心身の負担が少なかったです。
ツアーは半日を要しますが、移動ではガイドさんの説明を聞き、各スポットではそれぞれ時間をとって、マウナケアをしっかりと見て回り、充実した時を過ごせました。
個人で行くには準備が大変だと思いますが、このツアーでは高地順応な下山の時間管理、防寒着や望遠鏡の準備、サンドイッチやホットココアの用意もしていただき、また長距離の運転もお任せできるので、とても手軽に体験ができるようになっています。
そもそもこの高度に車で行ける事自体が世界的に稀ですが、さらに負担を少なく、体験を最大化してくれているツアーです。
総じて素晴らしく、何も不便がありませんでした。
You can borrow winter clothing, but you should still bring your own winter inner layers and hand warmers. The summit is freezing cold, so if you're not prepared, you won't be able to stand outside.
防寒着は貸してもらえますが、それでも冬用のインナーやカイロなどを持っていくべきです。頂上は凍てつく寒さなので、準備しなければ外に立っていられません。
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The Mauna Kea volcano tour is a great balance of nature, science, and culture.
The sunset and starry sky were beautiful❣️ I was also happy to see the Subaru telescope😆 This has become a tour I definitely want to join again when I come back to the Big Island💕
夕焼けも星空も美しい❣️
スバル望遠鏡も見れたし嬉しかった😆
またハワイ島に来た際は必ず参加したいツアーとなりました💕
Don't forget to prepare for cold weather and altitude sickness.
寒さ対策、高山病対策は忘れずに。
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As expected, the air was thin, so I needed to take deep breaths due to my physical age. However, the sea of clouds at 4,200 meters, the setting sun, and the dazzling starry sky were truly wonderful. Next time, I will bring my family along.
やはり空気が薄いので、肉体年齢的に深呼吸が必要でしたが、４２００メートルからの雲海と沈みゆく太陽、そしてまばゆい星空はやはり良かったです。今度は家族を連れて行きます。
If you have a heart defect or are 75 years old or older, please be careful when participating.
心臓に欠陥がある方や、年齢的に７５歳以上の方は気を付けてご参加ください。
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Our guide, Shoutarou, was amazing!! At the summit, he took some fun photos with the sunset as a backdrop, and he had a wealth of knowledge about the starry sky, making the tour enjoyable without a dull moment. He also looked out for the guests to prevent altitude sickness (it seems that falling asleep during the journey can make you more susceptible to it), demonstrating great leadership as he guided us. Staying at an altitude of 4,200 meters is an activity you absolutely must experience when you come to the Big Island, something you can't do while in Japan!
ガイドのショウタロウさんが最高でした!!山頂ではサンセットを背景に面白い写真を撮ってくださったり、星空についての知識も豊富で、一瞬も飽きることなくツアーを楽しむことできました。高山病にならないようにツアーのお客さんに声がけをしたり(道中で眠ってしまうと高山病になりやすいようです)リーダーシップを取って引率されていて、頼もしいガイドでした!!日本に居たら経験できない標高4200ｍでの滞在はハワイ島にきたら絶対するべきアクティビティです。
At an altitude of 4,200 meters, the air can be more suffocating than you might imagine, and you may experience a tingling sensation in your brain. I recommend getting plenty of sleep the night before
標高4200ｍは想像以上に息苦しく脳がしびれるような感覚に襲われることもあります。前日たくさん寝て、万全な体調で臨むことをオススメします。景色はサンセット、星空含め絶景です。
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The weather forecast for the day was cloudy with rain, and it was noted that the cloud cover at the Onizuka Center around 8 PM was 80-100%, which made me feel anxious and a bit resigned. However, in the end, I was able to see the most beautiful sunset and a sky full of stars, making it a truly wonderful and memorable day. Our guide, James, was very kind and attentive, and he took many photos for us. It was really a fantastic day and a great keepsake. Thank you very much.
当日の天気予報は曇り雨で、オニヅカセンターにも午後8時の曇り率は80-100%と記載されていたので不安と少しの諦めがありましたが、結果最高の夕陽と満天の星空を観ることができ大変素敵な思い出に残る1日となりました。ガイドのJames さんは人柄が良くとても気に掛けてくださり沢山写真も撮っていただきました。
本当に素敵な1日で記念になりました。
ありがとうございました。
I underestimated it a bit, but it’s really cold.
少し舐めてましたが本当に寒いです。
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The sunset and starry sky were absolutely beautiful, it was the best experience! Although the sunset and starry sky tour was conducted in English, our guide was very kind and helped us navigate using Google Translate, so we could participate without any issues. I definitely want to join again when I visit the Big Island of Hawaii.
The "BLT sandwich" and "hot cocoa" we received along the way were shockingly delicious. It became the best memory of our honeymoon!
とても綺麗な夕日と星空が観られて最高でした！！
夕日&星空は英語ガイドとのことでしたがとても親切なガイドさんが案内してくれて、Google翻訳等を使用し不自由なく参加する事ができました。
またハワイ島に行ったときは絶対参加したいです。
途中で貰った「BLTサンド」と「ホットココア」は衝撃的なくらい美味しかったです。
最高のハネムーンの思い出になりました！
Since you will be traveling on winding roads several times, those who are worried might feel more at ease with some motion sickness medication. If you return late at night, it might be good to have a
揺れる道を何回か通るので心配な方は酔い止めがあると安心すると思います。
帰りが夜遅くなるので次の日はゆったりしたスケジュールだと良いかもしれません。
体調等常に気遣ってくださるので安心でした。
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It was truly a wonderful experience.
We were blessed with great weather and were able to see a sunset like no other.
Just after the sun set, the weather seemed to turn bad, and it looked like we wouldn't be able to do any stargazing. However, thanks to the guides who didn't give up and persevered, we were able to see a beautiful starry sky! It definitely ranks among the top three starry skies I've seen in various places.
The guides were very kind, and luckily, one of them spoke Japanese, so they explained everything in both languages. I was very impressed by their hospitality.
If I have the opportunity again, I would definitely want to join this tour.
本当に素晴らしい体験でした。
お天気に恵まれ、これまでにないサンセットを見ることができました。
日が沈んですぐに天気が崩れて星空観測ができなさそうな状況だったのですが、ガイドさんたちが諦めずに粘ってくださったおかげで、無事美しい星空を見ることができました！これまでにいろんなところで見た星空のベスト3には絶対入ります。
ガイドさんもとても親切で、ラッキーなことに日本語も話される方だったので、両方で説明してくださいました。そのホスピタリティにもとても感激しました。
もしまた機会があるなら、絶対にこちらのツアーに参加したいです。
The mountaintop in November is really cold, so they lend you ski wear, but I recommend bringing a thin down jacket or hand warmers to wear underneath!
11月の山頂は本当に寒いので、スキーウェアを貸してくださいますが、中に着られる薄いダウンやカイロを持っていくことをおすすめします！
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