Reviewed by: にっしー
After leaving the port, we immediately saw dolphins. Moreover, there was a large pod. They were jumping as well. Some dolphins were chasing after the boat.
出港後、すぐにイルカが見れました。
しかも大量の群れ。ジャンプも。
船の後を追いかけてくるイルカもいました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/26 |
Reviewed by: chie
It was my first time participating. A trainer was assigned to each group, and they provided kind and thorough guidance, making it a very valuable experience. The dolphins were also adorable. I definitely want to participate again.
初めての参加でした。ワングループ一人?にトレーナーが付いて親切丁寧に指導してくださり、とても貴重な時間でした。イルカもかわいかった。また是非参加したいです。
アロハ、
ドルフィン・クエストを選んでいただきありがとうございます!
私たちのすべての公共プログラムでは、各グループの人数は最大6人までです。これは、皆さんのイルカとの時間を最適化し、より近くで個人的な体験を確保するためです。もし6人未満の方が特定の時間帯に申し込まれた場合でも、プログラムは実施されますので、心配しないでください!
追加の質問があれば、info@dolphinquest.comまでお知らせください。
マハロ!
ドルフィン・クエスト ゲストサービス
Aloha,
Thank you for choosing Dolphin Quest!
In all of our public programs, there are no more than 6 people in each group maximum. This is to optimize everyone's dolphin time and to ensure it is up close and personal. If less than 6 sign up for a time slot, we will still do the program, so do not worry if you are the only person who has signed up!
Let me know if I may answer any additional questions at info@dolphinquest.com.
Mahalo!
Dolphin Quest Guest Services
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| Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!エンカウンター<シュノーケリング付き/30分> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/18 |
Reviewed by: うなし~
The captain and staff were both women. They were very kind to us.
There were many dolphins, even more than in Oahu, and we were able to swim with mother and baby dolphins.
There were four participants in total: my family and a woman from Europe or America. It felt very private.
The snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay was also amazing.
I hope we can preserve this nature forever.
キャプテン・スタッフさん共、女性の方でした。
とても良くして頂きました。
イルカもオアフより沢山いて、親子イルカとも泳ぐことが出来ました。
参加者は、ウチ家族と欧米の女性の方の合わせて4人。プライベート感覚ですね。
ケアラケクア湾でのシュノーケルも最高でした。
いつまでもこの自然を保つことが出来ればと思います。
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review, Unashi. I'm glad to hear that you were able to see many dolphins. Our boat accommodates up to six guests, allowing you to enjoy a tour that feels like a private charter. As you mentioned, we hope to preserve this nature for the future and ensure that it can maintain itself without interference.
うなし~様、わざわざお時間を割いてレビューを書いてくださり、誠にありがとうございました。沢山のイルカに会えたようで良かったです。弊社のボートはお客様は6人までなので、まるでプライベートチャーターのようなツアーを味わって頂けることが醍醐味となっております。そして、うなし~様が書かれているように、いつまでもこの自然を保っていけるように、または自然が自らを保つ邪魔をしないようにしたいですね。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/01 |
Reviewed by: bongo
They called the pod of dolphins and positioned the boat ahead of them. When I entered the water following their instructions, there were so many dolphins! Sleeping dolphins, dolphins on the move, and I was very lucky to encounter dolphins every time I entered the water. The snorkeling afterward was also fantastic, with many fish to see, and they introduced us to sightseeing spots along the way, allowing us to see places we wouldn't have been able to visit on our own. It was amazing!
イルカの群れの流れを呼んでくれて、船で先回りしてくれます。指示を受けて海に入るとたくさんのイルカが!寝ているイルカ、移動中のイルカ、海に入る度にイルカに会え、非常にラッキーでした。その後のシュノーケリングもたくさんの魚に会え、途中に観光スポットも紹介してもらい、自分では行けないところも見れて最高でした!
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review, Bongo. I'm glad to hear that you were able to encounter many dolphins. We look forward to your next visit.
bongo様、わざわざお時間を割いてレビューを書いてくださり、誠にありがとうございました。たくさんのイルカに出会えたようで、それは何よりです。またのお越しをお待ちしております。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/20 |
Reviewed by: J.O
My wife, her aunt, and I participated in this activity together. My wife's aunt is 75 years old and it was her first time snorkeling. The large boat was sleek and white, but we were the only Japanese among the staff and other guests, which made us a bit anxious... Although we couldn't communicate well, the staff was kind. My wife's aunt was able to safely experience snorkeling and saw yellow and blue fish. Unfortunately, it was cloudy and a bit windy, causing the boat to sway, and both my wife and her aunt got seasick before lunch, so they couldn't enjoy the delicious hamburgers. We didn't encounter a pod of dolphins, but on the way back to the port, four dolphins appeared at the stern of the boat, which made my wife's aunt very happy.
私達夫婦と妻の叔母の3人で参加しました。叔母は75歳でシュノーケリングは初めてす。真っ白でカッコイイ大型ボートでしたが、スタッフやお客さんの中で日本人は私達だけで不安・・・会話は通じなかったがスタッフは親切でした。叔母さんも無事シュノーケリングを体験し黄色や青い魚を見ました。残念ながら曇りと少し風がありボートが揺れて、昼食前に妻と叔母は船酔いで、美味しいハンバーガーを食べられませんでした。イルカの群れには遭遇できなかったが、帰港途中で船尾に4頭のイルカが現れ、叔母に喜んでもらえました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/19 |
Reviewed by: n-love
The person in charge of my son was an American woman who couldn't speak any Japanese. I think if a child doesn't have at least some English skills, they might feel lost. However, the female instructor who took over during the final dolphin photo session was able to give instructions in Japanese. From what I gathered in casual conversations with the staff, she seemed to be the only one who could speak a little Japanese.
My son, who has sufficient English skills, was able to swim in the lagoon and learn about marine creatures, and he said he had a great time! I believe that if you can understand English, the program is packed with content and worth the price. I was also very satisfied as I took plenty of photos of my child.
Here’s a summary of the program:
We sat in a circle in a hut and introduced ourselves, sharing our names and favorite animals. We were given boards depicting 12 types of marine creatures, which were explained to us.
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Then we moved to the lagoon to see those creatures. About three or four people held onto a float while being pulled by the instructor to observe in the lagoon (wearing life jackets).
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We returned to the hut to observe and touch small marine creatures indoors.
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Next, we moved to the corner of the dolphin pool. We were given boards depicting the fish that inhabit the dolphin pool and observed them (we didn’t enter the pool yet).
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Finally, we entered the dolphin pool and met the dolphins. Each child got to touch the dolphins one at a time, and photos were taken each time. (While one child was touching the dolphin, the others were instructed not to touch it.)
After the program, photos can be purchased at the shop by the dolphin pool. I think it was about $50 for three photos, and you could buy them starting from one photo (three photos had the best price).
息子の担当をしてくださった方はアメリカ人女性で、日本語が全く話せない方でした。
コミュニケーションがとれる程度の英語力がないと、お子さんは所在無いと思います。
ただ、最後のイルカ撮影時にチェンジした女性教官は日本語の指示が出せる方でした。
(スタッフの方々とざっくりお話した感じでは、この方だけが日本語が少し話せるようでした)
息子(充分な英語力有)はラグーンで泳げたし海の生き物も教えてもらえたのでとーっても楽しかった!と言っています。
英語が理解できれば、内容盛り沢山で価格に見合ったプログラムだと思いました。
私も子供の写真撮りまくりで大満足です。
以下、内容です。
小屋で円陣を組んで座り自己紹介。自分の名前と好きな動物について発表。
12種類の海洋生物が描かれたボードが配られ、解説してくれる。
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それらを見にラグーンへ移動。棒状のフロートに3,4人がつかまり、先生に引っ張られながらラグーンで観察(ライフジャケット装着)
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小屋に帰り、室内で小さな海洋生物を観察、触る。
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イルカプールの隅に移動。イルカプールに生息する魚が描かれたボードが配られ、それらを観察(まだプールには入らない)
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いよいよイルカプールに入りイルカとご対面。基本一人ずつ触り、その都度撮影。
(一人が触ってる時は他の子は触らないように指示されていたそうです)
プログラム終了後はイルカプールサイドの売店で写真が購入できます。
3枚で$50程度、1枚から購入できたと思います(3枚が一番お得な価格設定)
アロハ、
ドルフィン・クエストを選んでいただきありがとうございます!
お子様がキッズ・クエストプログラムで素晴らしい時間を過ごされたと聞いて嬉しいです!各キッズ・クエストのセッションは前回とは少し異なりますが、プログラムに参加することで皆さんがイルカや海の生き物についてもっと学べることを願っています。次回ハワイにいらっしゃる際には、ぜひまたお越しいただき、餌やりや遊びを楽しんでいただければと思います!
マハロ、
ドルフィン・クエスト ゲストサービス
Aloha,
Thank you for choosing Dolphin Quest!
We are glad to hear your child had a great time in the Kid's Quest program! Each Kid's Quest session will be a little different from the last, but we do hope that everyone learns more about dolphins and ocean life by participating in a program. We hope your family can come back again for more feed and play the next time you are in Hawaii!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Quest Guest Services
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| Packages: | イルカに触る!キッズクエスト<浅瀬/20分> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/22 |
Reviewed by: ○○○
It was very convenient to walk from the hotel to the meeting place, so there was no time loss. However, the meeting place was vague and there were no specific instructions, so I was quite anxious until the guide arrived. Since it was a small group, there were only four of us from our family, along with the pilot, a female guide, and a female guide-in-training.
We boarded the boat and started looking for dolphins, but the dolphins today were not very friendly, and the groups were small. We jumped off the boat several times after spotting them, but we couldn't meet them easily. The pilot suggested several times, "Let's go towards the pier," but the female guide stubbornly refused, saying, "The visibility is poor over there..." Eventually, since we weren't finding any dolphins, we ended up going towards the pier. There were already many tour boats for foreigners there, and there were plenty of dolphins, with everyone chasing them around. The female guide said, "Please don't chase the dolphins for their sake." When we entered the water, the visibility was actually not much different, and there were many dolphins swimming right below us, occasionally coming towards us! I tried to take photos with the underwater camera I purchased for this day, but I was too flustered to get good shots. The dolphins here were also not very friendly, so it didn't feel like we could swim with them, but we did see many dolphins. I thought if we had come here earlier, we could have swum with the dolphins more leisurely, but I also understand that we don't want to stress the dolphins... It was a complicated feeling.
Not wanting to spend too much time, as we would run out of snorkeling time, we reluctantly got back on the boat and headed to Kealakekua Bay while sightseeing the lava cliffs. The visibility here was truly amazing; it was the clearest sea I had ever seen. I was so absorbed in swimming that time flew by. When called back to the boat, they had prepared fruits and warm tea for us. The grapes and pineapple were very delicious. They also gave us potato chips, and we ate while heading back.
Since I participated with my parents in their 60s and my elementary school son, the small group size (which ended up being a private tour) was very helpful. One disappointing thing was that I had requested prescription masks, but they were not prepared (the wetsuits I requested at the same time were properly provided). At the site, I was shown something like a reservation form (which was different from the form I filled out) and was told, "It's not written here." I thought I might have forgotten to input it, but when I checked after returning, it was properly entered. I believe there was a communication issue between the VELTRA system and the local company. My father, who has poor eyesight, had brought prescription goggles just in case, so it worked out, but he looked very disappointed, saying, "I couldn't see well." I don't think the local staff is at fault, so I hope they ensure proper communication.
集合場所までホテルから歩いて行けるため、時間ロスがなくとても便利でした。ただ、集合場所が曖昧で、特に指定もなかったので、ガイドの方が来てくれるまでドキドキでした。少人数制なので、お客は我々家族4人のみ。あとは操縦士の方と、ガイドの女性と、ガイド見習いの女性1人。
ボートに乗り込み、はじめにイルカを探していきますが、今日のイルカたちはあまりフレンドリーではなく、群れも小さく、何度か見つけてボートから飛び降りますが、なかなか会えず。操縦士の方が、「ピアのほうに行こうよ」と何度か提案するのですが、ガイドの女性が「あっちは透明度が悪いから・・・」と頑なに拒否。でもなかなか見つからないので、結局「ピア」のほうへ。そこにはすでにたくさんの外国人向けのツアーボートがいて、イルカもたくさんいて、みんなで追い回しているような感じ。ガイドの女性が「イルカたちのために、追わないであげてください」と。我々も海に入ると、実際には海の透明度は大して変わらず、真下にたくさんのイルカの群れが泳いでいて、たまにこっちに向かってくる!この日のために購入した水中カメラで撮影を試みるも、焦ってうまく撮れず。ここのイルカたちもあまりフレンドリーではなかったので一緒に泳ぐ、という感じではなかったですが、たくさんのイルカには会えました。もっと早くここに来ていたら、もっとゆっくりイルカと泳げたのになあとも思うけど、イルカたちにストレスをかけたくないのもわかるし。。。複雑な気持ちでした。
あまりゆっくりしているとシュノーケルの時間がなくなってしまうので、後ろ髪引かれながら再度ボートに乗りこみ、溶岩の岸壁などを見学しながらケアラケクア湾へ。ここの透明度は本当にすばらしく、こんなにきれいな海は初めてでした。夢中で泳いでいるとあっという間に時間がたっていました。呼ばれてボートにあがると、フルーツと温かいお茶を用意していてくれました。ブドウとパイナップルがとっても美味しかった。ポテトチップスもくれて、食べながら帰りました。
60代の両親、小学生の息子を連れての参加でしたので、少人数制(結果的には貸し切り)でとても助かりました。
一つ残念だったのは、度つきマスクをリクエストしていたのに、用意されていなかったこと(同時にお願いしたウエットスーツはきちんと用意してありました)。現地では予約表のようなものを見せられて(申し込み時のフォームとはちがう形式のもの)「こちらに書いていない」と言われてしまい、私が入力しわすれたのかと思っていましたが、帰ってきて確認すると、きちんと入力されている。VELTRAのシステムから、現地の会社に伝達がうまくいっていないのだと思います。目の悪い父は念のために度つきゴーグルを持参していたのでなんとかなりましたが「あまり見えなかった」ととても残念そうにしていました。
現地の方は悪くないのではないかと思うので、きちんと伝達を徹底してほしいです。
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review. We provide the following guidance: "After leaving the Sheraton Hotel, proceed with the parking lot on your right and turn left at the brown stone wall sign for 'Sheraton Hotel' (Kaleiopapa Street). Walk towards the ocean, and our Japanese guide will be waiting for you in the grassy area with public restrooms and benches on your immediate right." I apologize if this was unclear. We will work on improving it.
Dolphins are wild animals, so we cannot predict exactly when and where they will be, but it seems there were many at the pier that day. If you had gone there from the start, you would have certainly had more time to swim with the dolphins. I apologize for any disappointment this may have caused. The pier is often crowded, and I believe our guide wanted to ensure that you had a chance to interact with the dolphins in a less crowded area, but unfortunately, that plan did not work out that day.
I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the beauty of Kealakekua Bay. Thank you for choosing our tour to create family memories with your parents in their 60s and your elementary school son. Our boat accommodates up to six guests, allowing you to experience a tour that feels like a private charter.
I also sincerely apologize for any disappointment caused regarding the prescription mask for your father. We did not receive any communication about this from VELTRA, and after this incident, we discussed it with VELTRA to reconfirm the display of prescription masks in the future.
Please feel free to contact us if you plan to visit the Big Island again. Wishing you and your family continued health and happiness.
○○○様、わざわざお時間を割いてレビューを書いてくださり、誠にありがとうございました。弊社では、「シェラトンホテルの敷地を出て、駐車場を右手に見ながら進行方向左手にある「Sheraton Hotel」の茶色い石壁のサインを左折します(Kaleiopapa Street)。海へ向かって歩き、すぐ右手の公衆トイレやベンチのある芝生エリアで日本語ガイドがお待ちいたしております。」という案内をさせて頂いていますが、分かりにくかったでしょうか。申し訳ありません。改善して参ります。
イルカたちは野生の生き物で飼い馴らされたものではないので、いつどこにいるかは100%分かりませんが、その日はピアに沢山いたようですね。そちらに最初から行っておけば確かにイルカたちと泳ぐ時間はもっとあったことでしょうね。残念な思いをさせてしまい、申し訳ありません。ピアは混んでいることが多いので、ガイドはなるべく混んででいないところで○○○様にイルカと触れ合ってもらいたいと思っていたのだと思いますが、その思惑がその日は上手く行かず、申し訳ありませんでした。
ケアラケクア湾の美しさは満喫してもらえたようで、何よりです。60代のご両親と小学生の息子さんとの家族の思い出に弊社のツアーを選んで頂き、ありがとうございました。弊社のボートはお客様は6人までなので、まるでプライベートチャーターのようなツアーを味わって頂けることが醍醐味となっております。
また度付きマスクの件については、お父様に残念な思いをさせてしまったことを大変申し訳なく思っております。弊社としては、VELTRA様からそのような伝達事項は頂いていなかったもので、この件の後VELTRA様と話し合いをし、今後の度つきマスクの表示について再確認をいたしました。
またハワイ島に来られることがありましたら、ご連絡くださいませ。○○○様のご家族のこれからの益々のご健勝をお祈り申し上げます。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/31 |
Reviewed by: Hitomi
It seems I misunderstood the content when I made the reservation. I thought I would have a longer time with the dolphins, but that wasn't the case. First, we went snorkeling in the lagoon at the hotel, and then we did the Dolphin Quest. Given the price, I kind of regret not just opting for the Dolphin Quest. The snorkeling itself wasn't boring, but the price is definitely an issue. My child didn't understand English, so they had trouble following the guide's instructions. The guide also didn't seem very cheerful, so it might be a matter of luck with the staff.
ちょっと内容を勘違いして申し込んでいたようです。いるかと一緒にいられる時間が長いのかと思っていましたがそうではなく、まずホテル内のラグーンでシュノーケリングをして、その後がドルフィンクエストでした。この値段ならドルフィンクエストだけのものにすればよかったかなとちょっと後悔。シュノーケリング自体はつまらないわけではありませんでしたが、やっぱりお値段が問題ですね。こどもは英語がわからないのでガイドさんの指示がわからず困っていました。ガイドさんもあまり楽しい感じの人ではなかったので、当たり外れの問題もあるのかもしれません。
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| Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!シークエスト<40分> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/30 |
Reviewed by: たいきち
I wanted to let my 4-year-old child meet dolphins. First, there was a bit of a struggle since no one spoke Japanese. The time spent playing with the dolphins was short, so I felt it might not be worth the cost in terms of enjoyment. However, you can see the dolphins up close, so that might be satisfying enough.
4歳の子供をイルカと会わせたくて利用。
まず日本語が全く通じず、少し苦戦。
イルカと遊ぶ時間が短いので、金額ほど楽しめないかなと思う。
近くでイルカは普通に見えるので、それで満足できるかも。
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| Packages: | イルカに触る!ウィートッツ<浅瀬/10分> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/30 |
Reviewed by: MARIKO
In Keauhou Bay, I wandered around trying to find the meeting place, but right on time, Captain Taka and guide Kathy arrived with the boat and trailer, and we set off safely. It turned out to be a private tour just for the two of us!
First, we sped off in pursuit of dolphins, and when we spotted them, Taka quickly stopped the boat at the point and we jumped into the sea! If we hesitated even for a moment, we would miss them. We repeated this several times and managed to see some dolphins, but I wasn't able to take good underwater photos... I thought that was just how it would be.
Since it was just the two of us, they asked, "What do you want to do? Shall we move to snorkeling?" I expressed my hope to swim with the dolphins one last time! During that final chance, we saw many dolphins and swam with them, which was incredibly satisfying.
Next, we moved to snorkeling. On the way, we stopped by attractions like the caves and Pele's Rock, and finally arrived at Kealakekua Bay! In the bay with its high visibility, I lost track of time and was completely absorbed in the experience.
Before we knew it, we heard the call to head back! It was a wonderful half-day, and I wished we could have stayed a little longer. Thank you, Taka and Kathy!
ケアウホウベイでは集合場所が分からずウロウロしましたが、時間にはボートを引いた車と共に船長のタカさん、ガイドのキャシーさんが来てくれて無事に出発しました。なんと私たち2人だけの貸切でした❣️
先ずはイルカを追ってボートはひた走り、見つけたらタカさんがポイントで船を止めて、素早く海へ❗️
一瞬モタモタしても遅れます
何回か繰り返し、それなりにはイルカは見れましたが水中写真はうまく撮れず・・・こんなもんかなぁ〜と思っていました。
2人だけなので「どうしますか?シュノーケルに移動しますか?」と聞かれ、最後もう一回イルカと泳ぎたいと希望❣️
ラストチャンスでは、たくさんのイルカを見て、一緒に泳いで大満足でした♪
次はシュノーケルに移動。途中で洞窟やペレの岩など見所に立ち寄りながらケアラケクア湾に到着❗️
透明度の高い湾では時間を忘れて夢中でした♪
そろそろ帰ろうか〜!と声がかかるまであっという間でした。大満足の半日となりました。もう少しいたかった。タカさん、キャシーさんありがとうございました♪
Dear Mariko, I just noticed your review and I sincerely apologize for the late response. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I will work on improving the meeting point description to make it clearer for other customers. Thank you for your feedback. I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience. It seems that on the day you joined us, you were the only two guests. Our boat accommodates up to six guests, so you were able to enjoy a tour that felt like a private charter. If you ever come back to the Big Island, please let us know.
MARIKO様、レビューを残してくださっていたことに今気付き、お返事が大変遅くなり申し訳ありません。わざわざレビューを残してくださり、ありがとうございました。他のお客様のためにも集合場所の説明をもう少し分かり易いように改善いたしますね。ご指摘ありがとうございました。充分楽しんで頂けたようで、スタッフ一同大変嬉しく思います。MARIKO様が三あkしてくださった日はお二人だけだったようですね。弊社のボートはお客様は6人までなので、まるでプライベートチャーターのようなツアーを味わって頂けることが醍醐味となっております。またハワイ島に来られることがありましたら、お声をかけてください。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/31 |
Reviewed by: K.Y
I had signed up to participate on May 12, but my friend who was accompanying me canceled at the last minute due to health issues. My husband and two sisters participated, and they said it was great because dolphins came very close to them both on the way to and from the snorkeling point. They also mentioned that the boat was large and comfortable, but it was a problem that all the explanations were in English, so you need to understand at least some English. It seems there were no other Japanese participants.
5月12日に参加申し込みをしていましたが、私と同行したお友達は体調不良のため直前キャンセルをしました。
主人と妹二人で参加しましたが、シュノーケルポイントまでの行きも帰りも、すぐ近くまでイルカが来てくれてとても良かったとのことです。
船も大きく快適だったそうですが、英語ある程度分から無いと説明が全て英語なので、そこが問題と言ってました。日本人の方は他にはいらっしゃらなかったようです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/12 |
Reviewed by: まかろんママ
A 9-year-old child participated. I chose this program because it was safe with shallow interactions for kids and I thought it would also help with English learning. However, in the first half, there was a long quiz about aquatic creatures while showing pictures indoors, and my child, who doesn't understand English well, seemed to dislike being mixed in with native children. On the other hand, the time spent in the dolphin pool was somewhat longer, and in the end, my child said it was fun. However, it seems that in other programs, groups with many children were also having shallow interactions, so perhaps those programs would have been better.
9歳の子供が参加しました。子供向けで浅いところでふれあいなので安心だし、英語の勉強にもなると思い、こちらを選びましたが、前半、室内で絵を見せながら水の生き物に関するクイズが長く続いて、ネイティブの子供の中に一人交じって英語もよくわからないので嫌そうでした。ただイルカのプールにいる時間は若干長く、最後は楽しかったと話していました。ただ他のプログラムでも子供が多いグループは浅いところでふれあいをしていたようなので、他のプログラムの方がよかったかも。
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| Packages: | イルカに触る!キッズクエスト<浅瀬/20分> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/26 |
Reviewed by: F.F.
I was impressed by the intelligence and cuteness of the dolphin. When I asked its age, it was said to be 32 years old. Dolphins really do live a long time, don't they?
イルカのかしこさとかわいさに感激しました。
年齢を聞いたら32歳とのこと。イルカって長生きなんですね。
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| Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!エンカウンター<20分> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/24 |
Reviewed by: 24HN
Eight years ago, my eldest son experienced this, and my second son saw the photos and videos and said he wanted to do it too, so we came to have this experience. The content seems to be the same as before.
The day before, we were satisfied swimming with wild dolphins, but I think this attraction is good for children because they can take their time to look and touch.
The participation fee and the cost of photos are a bit high.
8年前に長男が体験していて、次男がその写真やビデオを見ていて、自分もやりたいと言い出し、この体験をするためにやって来ました。内容は以前と同じように思います。
前日は野生のイルカと泳げたので満足でしたが、このアトラクションはゆっくり見たり触ったり出来るので子供には良いと思います。
参加費用と写真代が高いのが何点です。
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| Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!エンカウンター<シュノーケリング付き/30分> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/03 |
Reviewed by: haru
I participated because it was my dream to swim with dolphins, but it was a bit different than I expected. I think the female instructor explained the dolphins' ecology very thoroughly, but it was all in 100% English. I could hardly understand... It's embarrassing not to be able to speak English these days, and I feel self-loathing about it now. However, it was a good memory when the dolphin spun around with my signal and the kiss with the dolphin.
イルカと泳ぐのが夢で参加したのですがちょっと違ったようです。インストラクターの女性はイルカの生態などを丁寧に説明してくださったと思うのですが、とにかく100%いんぐりっしゅ。殆ど理解できず…今どき英語ができないのは恥ずかしいことで、今更ながら自己嫌悪。でも、イルカが自分のサインでクルクル回ってくれたり、イルカとのkissは良い思い出になりました。
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| Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!エンカウンター<シュノーケリング付き/30分> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/21 |
Reviewed by: TSUNOMAMA
We spotted dolphins just five minutes after departing! What a wonderful start. I watched brave foreigners diving into the sea while enjoying snorkeling with my son. The inside of the boat was very clean! The restroom was cleaner than those in nearby hotels! Moreover, I was impressed to see the staff constantly moving and working diligently. Good job! On the way back, we encountered whales, making it an even more enjoyable memory.
出港して5分としないうちにイルカ出没‼︎なんと素晴らしいスタート。息子とシュノーケルを楽しみながら海へダイブの勇敢な外国人の方々を眺めました。船内はとても綺麗‼︎トイレはその辺のホテルより綺麗‼︎しかもスタッフの方々は常に動き、きめ細かくお仕事していたのを見て感動しました。good job‼︎
帰りにはクジラ出没し、更に楽しい想い出になりました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015/12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/26 |
Reviewed by: Laura S
Fabulous!!! But many got sea sickness!!
Food was awesome
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| Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/26 |
Reviewed by: しょうたママ
We had a reservation at 8:45. It was a windy day and the water temperature was low, so it was a bit chilly, but the activity of being able to touch dolphins is unique to this place, and my 4-year-old son was really looking forward to it! The instructor was kind and friendly! She taught us where the dolphin's ears, eyes, and nose are, gently touched its belly, and fed it fish. At my son's signal, the dolphin would make sounds and jump, making us feel like we had the dolphin show all to ourselves! It was only 15 minutes, but it was fulfilling!
8:45からの予約でした。風が強い日で水温も低くて、少し寒かったですが、イルカに触れることができるアクティビティはここでしかないので、4歳の息子は楽しみにしておりました!
インストラクターのお姉さんも優しく、親切!
イルカの耳や目や鼻はココにあるよと教えてくれたり、おなかを優しく触ったり、お魚を食べさせてあげたり、子どもの合図で、イルカが鳴いたり、ジャンプしたり、イルカショーを独り占めした気分でしたよ〜^ ^
たったの15分でしたが、充実しました❗️
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| Packages: | イルカに触る!ウィートッツ<浅瀬/10分> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/12 |
Reviewed by: たこっち
I participated with my first grader, and the large boat provided stability, complete with restrooms, fruit service, and hamburger service, so my child ended up sleeping on the way back. They had fins and goggles available in child sizes, and although we brought our own, I felt we didn't really need them.
We saw dolphins swimming alongside the boat, and the snorkeling was at a different location from the dolphin point. However, it was a relaxed experience, unlike the frantic rush to see dolphins, allowing my child to play comfortably. They provided floats for kids, making it enjoyable even for those who can't dive.
If you're in the mood, you can dive into the sea from the second floor or slide down the slide (which ends at the first floor, giving a feeling of falling for the rest), and we stayed at the points until the afternoon, really enjoying a leisurely time.
Actually, I previously participated in a dolphin swimming tour on a small boat, and we were quite frantic moving from point to point to achieve our goal, which left me exhausted and seasick. This time, I intentionally chose a different type of tour, and considering the longer duration, lunch included, and nearly unlimited drinks, the price wasn't much different, making it highly recommended.
The explanation before diving is entirely in English, but somehow the important points get across. Enjoy!
小学一年生を連れての参加でしたが、大きな船で安定感もあり、トイレ完備、フルーツサービスあり、ハンバーガーサービスありで、すっかり帰りは寝ていました。
フィンもゴーグルも子供サイズが揃っており、自前で持っていきましたが「要らなかったな」という感想です。
イルカは船と並走してるのを見て、シュノーケルはイルカポイントとは別の場所でした。だけど、必死でイルカに会うために移動を続けるのとは違って、気持ちに余裕も あって、子供も安心して遊んでました。
子供用にフロートを出してくれたり、潜れない人でも充分楽しめます。
気分が乗れば、二階から海にダイブしたり、滑り台(一階までで切れてて、残りは落ちる感がありますが)でダイブしたり、昼過ぎまでポイントにいて、本当にゆっくり楽しめました。
実は以前、小型ボートでイルカと泳ごうツアーに参加したんですが、目的達成のために結構必死でポイントを移動したのでぐったり疲れてしまったのと、酔ってしまった思い出があって、今回は敢えて違うタイプに参加したのですが、所要時間の長さとお昼つき、ドリンクもほぼ自由でお値段もたいして変わらないので、かなりのお薦めとなりました。
潜る前の説明は思い切り英語ですが、何となく重要な事は伝わります。。楽しんでください!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015/12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Sandra
Title a bit misleading as we saw no Dolphins (they did point out some movement in the water on the trip out that might have been Dolphins but who knows).
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| Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Laure & Sam Morrison
My husband and I had a lot of fun ! The team was really friendly and we had the perfect weather ! We will take the cruise again when we come back to the Big Island !
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/15 |
Reviewed by: Amanda
Absolutely perfect day! Saw dolphins, snorkeled, good food, great staff.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/11 |
Reviewed by: サマー
My second-grade daughter participated and was very happy, but there was an explanation in English until we could interact with the dolphins. It felt more like a discussion than an explanation. Also, the pool where we could interact with the dolphins seemed a bit deep, which was a bit tough for my short daughter.
小学2年の娘が参加しました喜んでおりましたがイルカと触れ合えるまで英語での説明がありました。説明というよりもディスカッションみたいでした。あとイルカと触れ合えるプールが少し深さがあるようで、背の低い娘にはちょっとしんどそうでした。
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| Packages: | イルカに触る!キッズクエスト<浅瀬/20分> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/29 |
Reviewed by: MaryKL
What a fun day. The crew was courteous and intent on everyone having fun. There were families on our trip with very young children and some grandparents on board too. Everyone was in the water whether snokling, scub or snuba diving or just relaxing in tubes. I also didn't hear any complaints about the food. Service was very efficient. Everyone was satisfied!!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/25 |
Reviewed by: ちーず
On the last day, the dolphins swam leisurely, which made for a very satisfying dolphin swim! After the dolphin swim, a mother and calf humpback whale appeared, and the excitement went to MAX!!
Japanese female staff members assist on a rotating basis. The captain and everyone were kind and fun people! Thank you.
最終日のイルカちゃんは、のんびりゆっくり泳いでくれたので大満足のドルフィンスイムでした♪
ドルフィンスイムのあとには、
ザトウクジラの親子が登場して一気にテンションMAX!!
日本人の女性スタッフさんが日替わりで対応してくれます。
キャプテンも皆さん優しく楽しい人ばかりでした!!
ありがとうございます。
Thank you for leaving a comment, Cheese-san. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour. Unfortunately, we currently do not have Japanese-speaking guides available, but our Japanese-speaking customer service team is always ready to assist with reservations and inquiries. Please feel free to reach out when you visit the Big Island again. Thank you very much for participating this time.
ちーずさん、コメントを残して頂きありがとうございました。ツアーを満喫して頂いたようで何よりです。残念ながら弊社では今日現在は日本人のガイドは常時いないのですが、予約や質問などに関しましては日本語専門カスタマーサービスの者が常時お答えしております。またハワイ島に来られる際は、お声をかけてください。この度はご参加まことにありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/21 |
Reviewed by: ちーず
On the second day, we were surprised to see a wild seal at the dock!! The surprise guest was amazing. The snorkeling was also great with excellent visibility!!
二日目は、なんと船着き場に野生のアザラシちゃんが!!
サプライズゲストの登場でビックリしました。
シュノーケリングも透明度も良く最高でした!!
Thank you for leaving another comment, Cheese-san. It was great to meet the surprise guest! The clarity of Kealakekua Bay is one of its highlights.
ちーずさん、再度のコメントを残して頂きありがとうございました。サプライズゲストにお会い出来て良かったですね!ケアラケクア湾は透明度も醍醐味の一つです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/20 |
Reviewed by: ちーず
I swam with dolphins for three consecutive days!! On the first day, the dolphin was a bit shy, but I was able to swim with it♪ I was so excited to even meet a manta ray!!
ドルフィンスイム3日連続しましたー!!
初日のイルカちゃんは恥ずかしがり屋でしたが一緒に泳げました♪
なんと、マンタにも会えて大興奮でした!!
Thank you very much for participating for three consecutive days, Cheese-san. It seems you were able to see manta rays as well. We are very pleased that the tour was fulfilling over the three days.
ちーずさん、3日連続でご参加くださり、誠にありがとうございました。マンタにも会えたのですね。三日間充実したツアーになったようで、弊社としても大変嬉しです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/19 |
Reviewed by: ぐうさん
The male guide, who is fluent in Japanese, was very kind and explained the highlights in detail. By the way, there were four passengers and one guide. We saw a lot of dolphins, and they came incredibly close, which was thrilling. There was also a pod with a baby dolphin, which was adorable. We could hear their calls and watched them jump and spin up close. In Kealakekua Bay, we saw eels and tropical fish, and there were also dolphins here, so we had plenty to see. The boat goes fast, so it can get cold if you're wet. It's a good idea to wear dry clothes over your swimsuit or wrap yourself in a bath towel.
日本語が堪能な男性ガイドさんはとても親切だし見処も丁寧に説明してくれた
ちなみに乗客4人でガイドは1人
イルカはたくさん見られたしものすごく近くまで寄ってきて感激した
赤ちゃんイルカを連れた群れもいて可愛かった
鳴き声も聞こえたしジャンプしたりくるくる回ったりしているのを間近で見れた
ケアラケクア湾ではウツボや熱帯魚を見たしここでもイルカの群がいて十分に見れた
船は高速なので濡れたままだと寒い
乾いた服を上からきるかバスタオルにくるまっていると良い
Dear Gu-san,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. Ian, our guide, is one of our elite guides, and we are also pleased to have been able to assist you during your tour.
It's wonderful to hear that the dolphins approached you; perhaps they were in a good mood and felt the joy from you and your group, wanting to swim together. Meeting baby dolphins, hearing their calls, and seeing them jump must have been a complete delight of the dolphin swim experience.
Kealakekua Bay is said to be the most beautiful snorkeling spot in Hawaii. Snorkeling while feeling the mana is truly a luxurious experience.
Thank you for your feedback regarding the bath towels. On cloudy days, wet swimsuits can feel chilly, so I hope you didn't catch a cold.
Please come visit the dolphins and Kona Ocean Experience again when you return to the Big Island. Mahalo Nui Loa!
ぐうさん様
この度は、弊社ツアーにご参加頂き誠にありがとうございます。ガイドのイアンは、弊社精鋭ガイドの内の1名です。ぐうさん様のツアーのお手伝いをできましたこと、私たちも嬉しく存じます。
イルカ達が寄ってきてくれたとの事、きっと彼らの気分が良かったのか、ぐうさん様達から楽しい気分を感じて、一緒に泳ぎたかったのかもしれませんね。赤ちゃんイルカに会えて、鳴き声を聞き、ジャンプも見られたとの事、ドルフィンスイムの醍醐味を網羅されましたね。
ケアラケクア湾はハワイで1番綺麗と言われているシュノーケルスポットです。マナを感じながらシュノーケルをするなんて、とても贅沢な時間ですよね。
バスタオルについてのご指摘、有難うございます。曇りの日は、水着が濡れていると肌寒く感じる日もあります。お風邪を召しませんでしたか。
またハワイ島へお越しの際は、イルカ達、Kona Ocean Experienceに会いにいらしてくださいね。Mahalo Nui Loa!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/30 |
Reviewed by: stokuhis
I participated with my 5-year-old daughter, so there were three of us. The boat was almost entirely private. Although my child was small, the guide was very attentive and took great care of her, which was a huge help. We had a very rare experience swimming close to dolphins and being surrounded by them. It was the best experience to swim with so many dolphins multiple times. The hospitality was excellent, as they even looked after my daughter when she got tired and fell asleep. Parents also enjoyed dolphin swimming and snorkeling to the fullest. I highly recommend it! One thing to note is that a tip for the captain is required when disembarking. It seems to be about 10% of the payment amount. I didn't have much cash on me, so I couldn't tip much... Please be aware of this. It would be helpful if such information was included at the reservation stage. The experience was fantastic!
5歳の娘と一緒に3人で参加しました。船は貸切状態でした。子供も小さかったのですがガイドさんが付きっ切りで面倒を見てくださりとても助かりました。イルカもすぐ近くで泳いだりイルカに囲まれたりととても貴重な体験ができました。何度も何度もたくさんのイルカと泳げて最高の体験でした。途中疲れて寝てしまった娘を見てくれたりとホスピタリティーも満点。親もドルフィンスイムとシュノーケリングを思う存分楽しめました。おすすめです!注意事項は、下船時に船長さんへのチップが必要なこと。支払料金の10%のようです。現金をあまり持ちわせていなかったのであまり払えませんでした。。。ご注意ください。できれば予約の段階でそのような記載があると助かります。体験は最高でした!
Dear Stokuhis,
Thank you very much for participating in the Dolphin Swim & Kealakekua Bay Tour. It was a wonderful four hours spent with your lovely family, sharing time with your adorable daughter and kind parents, along with the captain. We place great importance on communication with each of our guests. Even after returning to Japan, we go out to sea every day with the feeling that we are connected to everyone through the dolphins. We look forward to reuniting with your daughter, who has grown a bit.
Thank you for your feedback regarding the tip for the captain. We will improve it promptly. Mahalo Nui Loa!!
stokuhis様
この度はドルフィンスイム&ケアラケクア湾ツアーにご参加くださり誠にありがとうございます。かわいい笑顔のお嬢様と、優しいご両親の素敵なファミリーとお時間を共有できて、キャプテンと共に楽しい4時間でした。私たちは、お客様一人ひとりとのコミュニケーションをを非常に大切に致しております。日本へお帰りになっても、イルカを通じて皆様と繋がっているという思いで、毎日海に出ております。少し大きくなられたお嬢様との再会を楽しみに致しております。
キャプテンへのチップへのご指摘ありがとうございます。早速改善いたします。Mahalo Nui Loa!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/14 |
Reviewed by: マヒマヒ
It was my first time snorkeling, but I was able to meet a pod of spinner dolphins and swim with them. There was an explanation on the boat about the dolphins' behavior, such as how they are nocturnal and return to the bay to sleep during the day after feeding offshore, which is why it's necessary to depart early in the morning. It was also noted that depending on the dolphins' personalities and moods, some may approach while others may not.
I enjoyed snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay, but since it is a spot where dolphins come to rest and the time was late (which is midnight for the dolphins), it was clear that we should ideally keep our distance and observe from afar, unlike at the dolphin swim points. I would definitely like to participate again next time, and I hope that this wonderful environment is preserved so that the dolphins will come back.
シュノーケリングは初めてでしたが、スピナーズドルフィンの群れと会え、一緒に泳げました。
イルカは夜行性で、沖で餌を食べたあと昼に眠るために湾まで戻ってくること、そのため朝早くから出港する必要があること、イルカの個性や気分次第で近づいてくるものやそうでないものがいるなど、イルカの生態やドルフィンスイムの注意点について船内で説明がありました。
ケアラケクア湾ではシュノーケリングを楽しみましたが、イルカが休みに来るスポットであることや時間帯も遅い(イルカにとっては深夜)なことから、ドルフィンスイムのポイントと違ってできれば近づかないで遠くから見てあげてとイルカのことを考えていることがよくわかりました。
次回もぜひ参加したいので、その時もイルカが来るようにこの素晴らしい環境を守ってほしいです。
Dear Mahimahi,
Thank you very much for joining the Dolphin Swim Tour with Kona Ocean Experience. We are also delighted to hear that you enjoyed the extraordinary time with the dolphins.
We not only focus on the dolphin swim but also pay great attention to the ecology of the dolphins. We are very pleased that you understood this aspect. When you visit the Big Island again, please do come back to meet the dolphins!
マヒマヒ様
Kona Ocean Experienceのドルフィンスイムツアーにお越しくださり、誠にありがとうございます。イルカ達との非日常の時間をお楽しみいただけたこと、私達も嬉しく思います。
私達は、ただドルフィンスイムをするだけでなく、イルカ達の生態にも非常に気を使っています。こちらの点をご理解いただけたこと、大変嬉しく思います。次回ハワイ島へお越しの際は、是非またイルカ達に会いにいらしてくださいね。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/23 |
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ありがとうございます!また将来お会いできることを願っています!
Mahalo for joining us! We hope you can join us again in the future!