Passeios por Hōheikyō Hot Spring

Het was een strak schema, maar eerlijk gezegd was het heel goed voor het budget. Je kreeg veel plaatsen te zien op één dag. Het verkeer is 's avonds wat slechter, dus we hadden weinig tijd voor de laatste trip (biermuseum). Onze gids was erg behulpzaam met een leuke persoonlijkheid.

It was an amazing trip! Yuni Garden and Hoheikyo Dam were definitely my favorite spots in the itinerary. Our guide Ma was kind and even contacted us via LINE to remind us about the meeting place and time. He speaks Chinese and English! He also gave great recommendations on where to go. Each destination had plenty of time to explore, especially Yuni Garden. I highly recommend this trip! I’d love to visit Yuni Garden again in spring and summer. 💗

The tour date was October 29, 2025. We were unable to visit Hoheikyo Gorge due to the previous day's snowfall, which was a bit disappointing, but it allowed us to see the autumn leaves in the snow at Jozankei. Since there was limited time at each attraction, I recommend bringing your own lunch or buying it from a convenience store to enjoy by Lake Toya, which will give you more time to appreciate the scenery. For Mount Usu Ropeway, pay attention to the schedule as it's a more rushed stop on the itinerary. We were very lucky to have punctual and friendly group members, and thanks to Tour Guide Zhou and the driver for making the trip run smoothly. Overall, it's a very convenient option for independent travelers. (Note: Seats on the right side of the bus offer a close-up view of Mount Yotei on the return journey.)

It was cloudy until morning and cold enough to see our breath because it rained the night before the tour. However, thanks to our self-proclaimed weather fairy guide, Jeon Ara, we were able to see Mount Fuji on the way back to Tokyo. It was a breathtaking view that we encountered after a long wait, making for an even more pleasant end to our trip 🗻. It was great that Guide Jeon Ara adjusted the itinerary according to the weather and on-site conditions, rather than sticking to the planned order. We were also grateful for her recommendations for delicious snacks at each location and her accurate guidance and explanations 💗. I realized that seeing Mount Fuji is more difficult than expected and requires a lot of luck (😅). Since the temperature is about 5 degrees lower than in downtown Tokyo, the cherry blossoms will be in full bloom and the weather will be warmer until late April, so it would be a good time to visit in April 🌸.

December 28, 2025: My first trip to Fukuoka with my family, we bought a package tour. It was my first time seeing snow in Japan, and we even had a small snowball fight. Our tour guide told us that the group from the day before couldn't make it up because of the snow on the ground. We were lucky today; although there wasn't much snow, it was still a great experience. The scenery in Itoshima was truly beautiful, and the coconut trees were lovely too. We had a lot of fun on the swings and it was also perfect for taking photos. The Ichiran factory is also a great place for an outing. For lunch, our guide arranged for us to eat Ichiran ramen. We heard it was the main branch, so we didn't have to queue outside with everyone else, which was also a great treat. Finally, at Miyajidake Shrine, enjoying delicious food and watching the sunset was a truly perfect combination. So happy, so happy!

We had a wonderful experience on this day tour to Kusasenri Grassland (Kusasenrigahama) and Takachiho Gorge. Our tour guide, Daisy Wu, was very lovely and friendly. She speaks both English and Chinese fluently, which made communication very easy for everyone in the group. During each stop, she also recommended different local food spots for us to try, which was very helpful. Originally, our itinerary was supposed to include Aso Crater as well. However, due to a recent helicopter accident and the ongoing rescue operations, the crater area was temporarily closed. Daisy handled the situation very well and brought us to an alternative spot instead. Luckily, the weather today was very clear, so we were still able to see Aso Crater from Kusasenri Grassland, which made the experience even more special. Overall, this is a highly recommended day tour. Thank you for the lovely keychain souvenir, it’s a nice memory from the trip. Hope to join another tour with Daisy again in the future!

It's not easy to have such a fulfilling day if we travel by ourselves. The schedule proceeded smoothly and on time, so we were able to see a lot. Most of the tourists were Chinese, and we were the only Korean family. The guide spoke English but was fluent in Chinese. We understood most of the tour through the provided itinerary and photo explanations, and it was nice to be able to rest quietly in the car. We parted ways at the last beer factory tour, giving us ample time to drink and continue with our personal plans.

Tour guide Zhou Yan was very professional and conscientious. On the bus, she clearly explained the itinerary and introductions, and shared food and experiences with a friendly attitude. During the trip, she clearly communicated the times and meeting points, and was happy to help group members take photos at attractions. Although everyone had free time, everyone cooperated well with the meeting times to get on the bus. It was a pity that on the day of the trip, it was drizzly and overcast all day, and all the activities were outdoors. On October 18, 2025, Jozankei should have 75% yellow leaves, and the Kochia scoparia at Yuni Garden should be 95% red. The visiting times were not long, but at Jozankei, you can take a small cable car up to the observation deck (free) and then walk down the slope. Before going out, check the weather forecast; if the chance of rain is 20% or more, it is recommended to bring an umbrella.