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Big Island
We were blessed with good weather, and I was moved as I watched the sea of clouds spread out below and the sun setting. It was very cold, but I was impressed by the stunning view. There was also a Japanese guide, which made me feel at ease. I highly recommend it!
お天気に恵まれ、眼下には雲海が広がり、太陽が沈む光景を感動しながら見ていました。とても寒かったけれど、絶景に感動しました。日本語ガイドさんもいて、安心できました。おすすめです！
I brought a hot pack, and it's very convenient. The summit is unbelievably cold!
ホッカイロを持参しましたが、あると便利です。山頂は信じられないほど、寒いです！
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Since there were many Japanese people, the guide Shotaro explained everything in Japanese as well, which made me feel at ease participating in the tour. I did feel unwell at the summit, but he offered advice and showed concern, which was reassuring. There were many clouds for part of the journey, and it was said that seeing the stars would be difficult today, but in the end, it cleared up, and I was able to see a sky full of stars. It turned out to be an amazing experience!
日本人が多かったこともあり、ガイドのショウタロウは逐一日本語も交えて説明してくれたので、安心してツアーに参加できました。
山頂で体調を崩してしまいましたが、アドバイスをくれたり、気遣ってくれて、その点も安心できました。
途中までは雲が多く、星を見るのは今日は難しいとのことでしたが、最後には晴れて、満点の星空を見ることができ、最高の体験になりました！
I was able to borrow warm down jacket and pants, but it was still cold, and my head and ears were particularly cold and painful, so it would have been nice to have a knit hat.
暖かいダウン上下は貸してもらえましたが、それでも寒く、特に頭と耳は冷たく痛かったので、ニット帽があると良かったです。
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Chris was a great guide - learned a lot about the island beyond the summit and stargazing. Would highly recommend.
The purpose of my trip to the Big Island was simply to see the starry sky! We started with a downpour at the meeting place. During the drive, we were very lucky to see rainbows appearing multiple times, as if it were a blessing from the rain. Our guide, James, continuously explained background information while driving. His kindness in trying to communicate in Japanese using an AI app made me very happy, as he clearly wanted us to enjoy the experience!
Once we entered Mauna Kea, rangers were present at key points to ensure the safety of visitors and showed great respect for the sacred area. I was filled with gratitude for the Hawaiian spirit they shared. Of course, the sunset and starry sky depend on natural conditions, but I believe this tour allows you to feel that whatever situation you experience is the best!
Sending all my MAHALO!
ハワイ島へ行く目的はとにかく星空を見たい！でした。
集合場所でどしゃ降りの雨スタート。
祝福の雨からドライブのあいだ、何度も虹が出現してとてもラッキーでした。
ガイドのJamesは運転しながらずっと予備知識を説明し続けててくれていました。
AIアプリを使って日本語でも伝えようとしてくれる優しさ。楽しんでほしい！という気持ちがとってもうれしかったです。
マウナケアの山に入ってからは要所にレンジャーたちが訪れる人たちの安全を守り、聖域にリスペクトを持って仕事をされていてハワイアンスピリットを贈られた感謝の気持ちでいっぱいでした。
夕陽、星空、ともに自然の条件がいちばんなのはもちろんですが、どのようなシチュエーションであれ自分が経験したことがベスト！と感じられるツアーだと思います。
ありったけのMAHALOを。
Wonderful experience!
すばらしい経験を！
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It was a wonderful experience. At the summit, there were amazing views in every direction, and the way the colors changed as the sun set was incredibly beautiful. The stargazing afterward allowed us to see many stars. There were two tour buses, but both guides were kind and shared various stories, making it a very enjoyable tour.
すばらしい体験でした。山頂では360度どちらを向いてもすばらしい景色が広がり、また陽が沈むにつれて色がどんどん変わる様子はとても美しかった。その後の星空観察もたくさんの星を見ることができました。2台のツアーバスでしたがどちらのガイドの方も親切で、色々なお話をしてくださりとても楽しいツアーでした。
Make sure to breathe slowly. You can rent down coats and pants, so I brought a lightweight down jacket, a long-sleeve shirt, a knit hat, and gloves, but depending on the season, you might need a bit m
ゆっくり呼吸することを心がける。ダウンコートとズボンをレンタルできるので、自身では薄手のダウンジャケットと長袖シャツ、ニット帽と手袋を持っていきましたが季節によってはもう少し寒さ対策が必要かもしれない
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The guide was of Japanese descent and explained important moments in Japanese, which made me feel at ease and able to participate. The starry sky was unlike anything I had ever seen before. Thank you very much.
ガイドの方も日系の方で重要な場面は日本語で説明してくださり 安心して、参加する事ができました。
星空も今まで見た事のないものでした。
ありがとうございました。
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The view of the sea of clouds and the sunset was amazing. Thanks to our very kind and fun guide, it was the best tour! Thank you!
雲海と夕日の景色が最高でした。
とても親切で楽しいガイドさんのおかげで、最高のツアーでした！
ありがとうございました！
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The summit of Mauna Kea felt like being on a completely different planet. The sunset and sea of clouds viewed from the top were truly breathtaking.
Additionally, the starry sky was so moving that words can't express it.
I thought there would only be an English guide, but important points like altitude sickness prevention were explained in Japanese as well, which was very helpful. Thank you so much, Shotaro!
マウナケア山の山頂はまるで違う惑星にいる感覚でした。山頂から見た夕陽と雲海は本当に感動的でした。
また、満点の星空も言葉にできないほど感動的でした。
英語ガイドだけと思っていましたが、高山病対策等大事な点は日本語でも説明して頂き、とても助かりました。
しょうたろうさん本当にありがとうございました。
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Thank you for the best time! I definitely recommend visiting the Big Island. Amazing! Our guide Chris was also fantastic!
最高の時間をありがとうございました
是非ハワイ島を訪れたらおすすめします
最高！
ガイドのクリスさんも最高！
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The sunset and starry sky from the summit of Mauna Kea were amazing. Although it was supposed to be an English guide, Chris provided guidance in Japanese, and I really appreciated the explanations of the precautions and constellations. Thank you very much.
マウナケア山頂からのサンセットと星空最高でした。
英語ガイドということでしたが、クリスさんが日本語でガイドしてくださり注意事項や星座の説明がとてもありがたかったです。
ありがとうございました。
Since the altitude is high, those who are prone to altitude sickness may need to be cautious.
標高が高いので、高山病の症状が出やすい人は注意が必要かも
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I participated in the tour as my first trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. The explanations were easy to understand, incorporating some Japanese, which was very educational. The sunset and starry sky from the summit of Mauna Kea were breathtaking. I definitely want to go again.
初めてのハワイ島ツアーとして参加させていただきました。
日本語も交えたわかりやすい説明で、大変勉強になりました。
マウナケア山頂から見る夕焼けと星空は圧巻でした。
ぜひまた行きたいです。
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When I arrived at the summit, I was struggling to breathe, but the moment the stargazing began, that breathlessness vanished. It was an emotional experience that brought me to tears in my 65 years of life. I highly recommend that everyone try it out.
頂上に到着した時は、息苦しさで大変でしたが、星空観察が始まった途端、その息苦しさは吹き飛びました。65年間生きてきた中で涙が出るほどの感動でした。ぜひ皆さんも体験してみてください。
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It was a wonderful experience to go to a high altitude that you can't experience in Japan, feeling the thin air and enjoying the beautiful sea of clouds and sunset! The starry sky afterward was mostly obscured by clouds, but overall, it was a highly satisfying tour.
Although the tour was primarily in English, I was fortunate to have a Japanese person in charge, and it was very helpful to have key points explained in Japanese.
日本では体験できない高地に行き、酸素が薄い環境を身をもって感じたり、美しい雲海と夕日を眺めたりという体験は素晴らしいものでした！そのあとの星空は雲に邪魔されてあまり見えませんでしたが、総じて満足度の高いツアーでした。
英語前提のツアーでしたが、運良く日本人の方に担当していただくことができ、要所は日本語でご説明いただくことが出来たのも大変助かりました。
Considering the risks of altitude sickness and driving, I felt that it would be wise to use a tour for visiting the summit of Mauna Kea.
高山病や運転のリスクを考慮すると、マウナケア山の山頂行きはツアーをご利用される方が賢明だと感じました。
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We went to see the sunset at the mountain summit to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. The weather was nice, and we were able to see a beautiful sunset. It was an English tour, but luckily, our guide Chris occasionally explained things in Japanese, which made it easy to understand and enjoyable. I was moved. I highly recommend it.
結婚30周年の記念に山頂のサンセットを見に行きました。お天気が良く綺麗なサンセットが見れました。英語ツアーでしたが、ラッキーな事にガイドのクリスさんが日本語でも時々説明してくださいましたので、わかりやすく楽しかったです。感動しました。おすすめです。
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Due to the season, we couldn't see the Milky Way, which looked like clouds, but I was very happy to see the Southern Cross. The guide was also very eloquent and provided various explanations.
時期的に雲のような天の川は見られませんでしたが、南十字星が見られたことは非常に嬉しかった。
ガイドさんも雄弁で、色々説明していただけました。
Checking the lunar age is essential.
月齢のチェックは必須です。
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It was our first time going to Hawaii as a couple. It was also our first time climbing Mauna Kea. We joined a tour that offered a wonderful sunset and stargazing experience, along with detailed explanations, delicious sandwiches, and warm cocoa. Being able to share this experience together created the best memories for us. We completely forgot about our daily lives and enjoyed every moment. We are truly grateful. Thank you very much.
夫婦でハワイに行くのは初めてでした。
マウナケアに登るのも当然初めて。
ツアーに参加して、素敵な夕日と星空の観測丁寧な説明、おいしいサンドイッチ、温かいココア、2人で来れたこと最高の思い出になりました。日常の日々を全部忘れて満喫できました。感謝しかないです。ありがとうございます。
I highly recommend the Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing.
マウナケアサンセット&天体観測すごくオススメです。
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This was one of the most memorable tours during my trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. The view of Mauna Kea bathed in the sunset was truly magical, and the sunset seen from above the clouds was indescribably beautiful.
The stargazing that followed was also fantastic, with the guide's explanations being very clear, allowing us to learn about the stars and Hawaiian culture in a fun way. There were so many stars visible to the naked eye, it was astonishing.
They provided warm clothing and meals, which made it easy to participate, and the consideration for acclimatizing to the high altitude was thoughtful, ensuring a comfortable experience throughout.
ハワイ島旅行の中でも特に印象に残ったツアーでした。
夕日に染まるマウナケアの景色は本当に幻想的で、雲の上から見るサンセットは言葉にならない美しさでした。
その後の星空観測も素晴らしく、ガイドさんの説明がとても分かりやすく、星やハワイの文化について楽しく学ぶことができました。肉眼でも驚くほどたくさんの星が見えました。
防寒具や食事も用意されていて安心して参加できましたし、高山に慣れるための配慮も丁寧で、終始快適でした。
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This time, I participated with my son and his wife because I wanted to show them the breathtaking view from the summit of Mauna Kea. The scenery at the observation site felt like stepping into the universe, and I’m really glad we chose to see the starry sky on a new moon night. I thought it would only be in English, but I was very happy that explanations were also provided in Japanese. Thank you very much.
今回息子夫婦にマウナケア山頂の感動を見せたくて一緒に参加しました。
宇宙の中に降り立ったようなマウナケアに観測地の風景がとても感動的で、新月を選んで見た満点の星空にも参加を決めて良かったです。
英語ガイドだけと思っていたのに、日本語でも説明して頂き、とても嬉しかったです。
ありがとうございました。
I recommend going during the new moon.
新月の時に行かれる事をお勧めいたします。
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Our guide was absolutely great! He was fun to be with. Unfortunately Mother Nature was not very cooperative, as it was very overcast/cloudy. No stargazing at the top or at the lower level was possible. Sunset was also disappointing. We did get to wander around some awesome telescopes. We were told we would each get a rebate on our charge, but that hasn't shown up on our account yet. But, we did have fun w/ our fellow excursionists, and as I stated at the beginning, our guide was great! Back at the bottom, he did take some time to show us some stars and constellations that became visible.
Could have used a couple cups of hot chocolate.
Among the 12 tour participants, we were the only two Japanese. The sunset and moon telescope observation were great. Since we knew from the beginning that it was an English tour, it couldn't be helped, but it would have been nice if important information about altitude acclimatization had been provided in Japanese. It was disappointing not to understand the introduction to the Big Island and the details of the stargazing due to the language barrier. I hope more Japanese participants join in again, and that Japanese tours will resume.
ツアー客12名の中で日本人は私たち2人だけでした。
夕陽と月の望遠鏡観察は良かったです。
始めから英語ツアーと分かっていたので、仕方ないですが、大切な高度適応対応などは日本語で教えてくださいました。
英語が分からず、ハワイ島の紹介や星空観察の詳細が分からないのは残念でした。
日本人がまた増えて、日本語ツアーが再開されるといいですね。
You can borrow winter clothing, so please don't hesitate to take it. Gloves are essential. It's convenient for taking photos if the fingertips are open.
防寒着は貸してもらえるので、遠慮しないで借りてください。
手袋は必須。指先が開くと写真撮影に便利です。
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Very fun tour, would recommend!
The summit of Mauna Kea was as cold as I had heard, but the weather was nice and the sunset view was amazing. The stargazing was a bit difficult due to some clouds, but I was really happy to see the Southern Cross. Shota was very kind and helpful. Thank you very much.
マウナケアの山頂は聞いていた通り寒かったですが、天気が良くて夕日が沈む光景は最高でした。星空観察はやや雲が出ていて星が見えづらったですが、南十字星見れてとてもよかったです。ショウタさんがとても親切で助かりました。ありがとうございました。
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Thank you, Shoutarou. The sunset and starry sky were very beautiful, and your explanations were easy to understand, making for a very enjoyable time. Thank you very much.
しょうたろうさん、お世話になりました。サンセットも星空もとてもキレイで、且つしょうたろうさんの説明がわかりやすく、とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。ありがとうございました
I live in Hokkaido, so I'm used to the cold, but it still felt very cold. Make sure to prepare well for the cold and enjoy the experience!
北海道住まいなので寒さに慣れていますが、それでもとても寒く感じました。寒さ対策をバッチリして体験してください
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The weather was perfect, and I encountered a once-in-a-lifetime view. In addition to a sky full of stars with no gaps, it was my first experience seeing stars below my line of sight. I also thoroughly enjoyed the sunset and was very satisfied.
Chris's explanations were very easy to understand, and his speaking style was smooth and pleasant to listen to.
天気に恵まれて、一生に一度レベルの景色に出会えました。
隙間がないくらいの満天の星空に加えて、星が自分の目線より下に見えるという初めての体験。夕日もたっぷり堪能できて大満足でした。
クリスさんは説明がとてもわかりやすく、話し方も滑らかで聞き心地が良かったです。
It's really cold, so you should seriously prepare for warmth. Most of the participants were foreigners, and I was the only Japanese person, but there were also solo American participants, so it didn't
とにかく寒いので防寒だけは本気で準備した方がいいです。参加者はほとんど外国の方で、日本人は私ひとりでしたが、アメリカ人のソロ参加の方もいて気になりませんでした。むしろ景色に集中できたかも。
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This is my fourth time on the Big Island, but I was finally able to participate in the Mauna Kea summit tour. The guide was a young foreign man who communicated with us using simple Japanese and a translation app, so I didn't feel any inconvenience. The explanations were translated, and I was able to understand everything well.
We spent 40 minutes at the Onizuka Center to acclimate to the altitude before heading to the summit. At each point, the guide helped us take photos and was attentive to our well-being, allowing us to enjoy the tour with peace of mind.
The clear weather provided a sunset sinking into the sea of clouds, and the subsequent stargazing felt like a planetarium; it was the most beautiful starry sky I've ever seen in my life. I saw the Southern Cross, which I rarely get to see, and while I was photographing the night sky, I accidentally captured a shooting star! It was truly the best time I could have asked for.
ハワイ島は4回目ですが、初めてマウナケア山頂ツアーに参加できました。
ガイドの方は若い外国人男性でしたが、片言の日本語や翻訳アプリでコミュニケーションをとってくださり不便は感じませんでした。
案内も翻訳で説明があり よく理解出来ました。
オニヅカセンターで高地に慣れるため40分過ごし山頂に向かいまいたが、ポイント毎にガイドの方は撮影を手伝ってくださったり体調を気遣っていただき安心してツアーを楽しめました。
晴天で雲海に沈むサンセットとその後の星空観測はまるでプラネタリウムのようで、人生で一番キレイな星空でした。
あまり見ることの無い南十字星や、星空を撮影していたら偶然に流れ星？も写っており本当に最高の時間を過ごせました。
The summit was around 0°C and very cold, so we used the winter clothing provided by the Onizuka Center. For the sunset tour, we were able to leave our rental car at the Queens Market parking lot in Wa
山頂は0℃くらいでとても寒く、ツアーで貸していただける防寒着はオニヅカセンターから利用しました。
サンセットツアーにはワイコロアのクイーンズマーケット駐車場に自分たちのレンタカーを置いておけました。
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I was worried because it was cloudy that day, but I was very satisfied to see the stunning sunset. The sandwich was also delicious. I want to go see it again someday.
当日曇りで不安でしたが、迫力満点のサンセットが見れて大満足です。
サンドイッチも美味しかったです。
またいつか見に行きたいです。
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The tour was mainly conducted in English, but the guide also explained things in Japanese when needed, which was very helpful for Japanese guests. Although it was primarily in English, the guide also provided some explanations in Japanese.
With perfect weather, the sea of clouds, the sunset disappearing beneath them, and the breathtaking starry sky made this an unforgettable experience.
We truly enjoyed Hawaii’s unique volcanic landscapes and beautiful night sky.
The guide also kindly took lots of photos for us, which we really appreciated. ✨
The tour was mainly conducted in English, but the guide also explained things in Japanese when needed, which was very helpful for Japanese guests.
英語前提でしたが、一部日本語でもガイドしていただきました。
With perfect weather, the sea of clouds, the sunset disappearing beneath them, and the breathtaking starry sky made this an unforgettable experience.
We truly enjoyed Hawaii’s unique volcanic landscapes and beautiful night sky.
The guide also kindly took lots of photos for us, which we really appreciated. ✨
Even in May, it gets very cold near the summit—like midwinter—so warm clothing is necessary.
Even in May, it gets very cold near the summit—like midwinter—so warm clothing is necessary.
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I participated in a sunset and stargazing tour this time. It turned out to be a very precious experience. Before going, I was just hoping to see the sunset and the starry sky beautifully, but throughout the tour, I was able to feel the nature of the Big Island of Hawaii, including the scenery along the way to the summit and the sea of clouds.
I thoroughly enjoyed the main events of the sunset and the starry sky. Although there were quite a few clouds during the sunset, it was still sufficiently mystical. The starry sky was so beautiful that I could see shooting stars, which was a first-time experience for me.
Our guide, Chris, provided explanations not only in English but also in Japanese, which made us feel at ease even though we couldn't speak English. I appreciate Chris's thoughtfulness.
If I have friends visiting the Big Island, I would definitely recommend this tour.
今回夕陽と星空観測のツアーに参加しました。とても貴重な時間になりました。
行く前は夕陽と星空、綺麗に見れたらいいなーと思っているくらいでしたが、山頂までの道中の景色や雲海など、ツアーを通してハワイ島の自然を感じることができました。
メインの夕陽と星空も堪能できました。夕陽は少し雲が多かったですが、それでも十分に神秘的でした。星空は流れ星が観れるほど綺麗で、初めての経験でした。
ガイドのクリスさんが英語だけじゃなく、日本語でも解説してくださり、英語ができない私たちでも安心して過ごせました。
クリスさんの気遣いに感謝します。
ハワイ島にくる友人がいたらぜひお勧めしたいです。
Since it's cold, make sure to take proper measures for warmth!
寒いので防寒対策はしっかりと！
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It was stated that there would be an English guide, but on the day of the tour, we had a Japanese guide, and I was able to participate in the tour very happily! The guide provided detailed explanations about the stars, which was also educational! I was worried because it was cloudy that day, but when night fell, the sky was filled with stars, and I was truly moved!
英語のガイドと記載されていたのですが、当日は日本語のガイドさんで、とても楽しくツアーに参加することができました！
星の説明を詳しくしてくださり勉強にもなりました！
当日曇っていて心配でしたが、夜になると満天の星で感動しました！
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I was able to see a wonderful starry sky. Our guide, James, was a friendly nice guy, and we had a great time. This is a tour that everyone should experience at least once.
素晴らしい星空が見られました。
ガイドのジェームズは気さくなナイスガイで楽しい時間を過ごしました。
誰もが一度は体験してほしいツアーです。
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