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Lake Mashu, Kussharo & Akan Scenic Excursions by Bus from Kushiro

4.50· 332 reviews

Highlights

Visit 3 most popular lakes in Hokkaido
See seasonal views and wildlife
Drop-offs at Kushiro Airport available

What to expect

Discover Lake Mashu, with the most transparent water and maybe spot rare cranes around the beautiful sights of Lake Kussharo. See the iconic marimo moss balls at Lake Akan while exploring eastern Hokkaido on a comfortable bus.

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It was different from what I expected.

Posted Date: 2019/05/10

うんざり

Akan Lake was quite desolate, and I found myself with too much free time for two hours. Thirty minutes would have been enough... I was disappointed. It was a very cold day, and I found a somewhat nice bakery where I wanted to have something warm to drink, but I was told the coffee maker was broken and they could only serve iced drinks. The staff was also very unfriendly... I had no good impression at all.

The other lakes were also desolate, which was disappointing.

On the bus, the tour guide kept … Akan Lake was quite desolate, and I found myself with too much free time for two hours. Thirty minutes would have been enough... I was disappointed. It was a very cold day, and I found a somewhat nice bakery where I wanted to have something warm to drink, but I was told the coffee maker was broken and they could only serve iced drinks. The staff was also very unfriendly... I had no good impression at all.

The other lakes were also desolate, which was disappointing.

On the bus, the tour guide kept talking non-stop, and the volume was loud and just annoying.

Such a disappointment. 阿寒湖は寂れてしまっていて、2時間のフリー時間ももて余してしまった。
30分もあれば充分・・
がっかり・・
とても寒い日で、少し小綺麗なパン屋を見つけてイートインで何か温かい物を飲みたくて入ったのに、コーヒーメーカーが故障でアイスしか出せないと言われ、店員もとてもとても無愛想で・・
良い印象は全く無し

他の湖も寂れていてがっかりだけ

バスの中ではバスガイドがひたすらしゃべりまくり、音量も大きくうるさいだけ

がっかりのがっかり

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Unable to change lunch bento.

Posted Date: 2023/02/25

からっちゃん

There were 39 participants in the tour, but the guide took a long time to confirm the drop-off locations and distribute pamphlets after everyone had gathered, which delayed our arrival at Tsurumidai.

At the time of disembarking, there was a mention that we could change our lunch bento, but it remained the same. After we departed for the next location, we were told that reservations had already been made. It seemed that some people had requested changes, but when they communicated the changes lat… There were 39 participants in the tour, but the guide took a long time to confirm the drop-off locations and distribute pamphlets after everyone had gathered, which delayed our arrival at Tsurumidai.

At the time of disembarking, there was a mention that we could change our lunch bento, but it remained the same. After we departed for the next location, we were told that reservations had already been made. It seemed that some people had requested changes, but when they communicated the changes later, they were told it was no longer possible and to just eat the meal provided.

I wish they had confirmed this while going around each group. The weather was great, which made it all the more disappointing. ツアーの参加者が、39名だったなですが、ガイド山が、全員が揃ってから、グループ毎に、降車場所の確認、パンフレットの配布を下回ったので、最初の鶴見台に着くきわまでかかりました。
降り際に、昼食の弁当を変更できるような話をされたのですが、そのままでした。
次の場所へ出発してから、もう、予約しましたというのでした。変更を依頼した人もいたようだったのですが、その後変更を伝えたら、もう変更出来ないので、ご飯だけ食べてください。と言われました。
グループ毎に回った時に、確認してくれていたら良かったのにと思いました。
… ツアーの参加者が、39名だったなですが、ガイド山が、全員が揃ってから、グループ毎に、降車場所の確認、パンフレットの配布を下回ったので、最初の鶴見台に着くきわまでかかりました。
降り際に、昼食の弁当を変更できるような話をされたのですが、そのままでした。
次の場所へ出発してから、もう、予約しましたというのでした。変更を依頼した人もいたようだったのですが、その後変更を伝えたら、もう変更出来ないので、ご飯だけ食べてください。と言われました。
グループ毎に回った時に、確認してくれていたら良かったのにと思いました。
天気が良く、最高だっただけに、とても、残念でした。

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The bus guide talks too much.

Posted Date: 2026/05/23

めい

After one hour of departure, the bus guide repeatedly went over the same points and continued to provide redundant information, which was quite frustrating. Moreover, their speaking skills were lacking. They kept saying phrases like "regarding" and "in this form." After leaving Lake Mashu, they endlessly repeated whether it was sunny at Lake Mashu, which was neither interesting nor engaging. I wished they would just explain the key points and let us quietly enjoy the scenery from the window. The… After one hour of departure, the bus guide repeatedly went over the same points and continued to provide redundant information, which was quite frustrating. Moreover, their speaking skills were lacking. They kept saying phrases like "regarding" and "in this form." After leaving Lake Mashu, they endlessly repeated whether it was sunny at Lake Mashu, which was neither interesting nor engaging. I wished they would just explain the key points and let us quietly enjoy the scenery from the window. The course also had no stops at the Kushiro Wetlands, and at Lake Mashu, we were dropped off at the roadside with two hours of free time, but there were very few shops, leaving us with nothing to do. 出発から1時間、バスガイドが何度も注意事項を繰り返したり、重複する案内をし続けてゲンナリした。しかも話が下手。「～に関しましては」「～という形になります」連発。摩周湖から出た後は「摩周湖が晴れていたかどうか」の話を何度も繰り返し延々続けて面白くもなんともない。ポイントだけ解説し、車窓からの風景を静かに楽しませてほしかった。コースも釧路湿原は下車なし、摩周湖では、道路端におろされ、2時間自由時間があったが店も少なくてやることがなくて困った。

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The Pirika boat tours Lake Sandai.

Posted Date: 2019/07/20

名無しの権兵衛

One of the things I was looking forward to was seeing Lake Kussharo from Bihoro Pass, but it wasn't included in this tour. I didn't look closely at the itinerary, so it's my fault, but I really hope they include it even if it means raising the tour price.美幌峠から、屈斜路湖を見るのがたのしみのひとつだったが、このツアーにはふくまれていなかった。詳しくコースを見ていなかったので、しょうがないが、ツアー代を上げてもぜひ含めて欲しい。

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The weather is important.

Posted Date: 2019/08/12

おとう５６

On August 9, 2019, I participated with my 84-year-old mother. While the bad weather was unavoidable, it was still disappointing. At the first stop, Lake Mashu, it was unfortunate that the strong winds broke our umbrella. At the final stop, Lake Akan, it was good that the bus guide and the driver cooperated to pick up a foreign guest who was late for the meeting time (they seemed to have been waiting about 200 meters ahead). I hope they can come up with creative solutions in preparation for the R… On August 9, 2019, I participated with my 84-year-old mother. While the bad weather was unavoidable, it was still disappointing. At the first stop, Lake Mashu, it was unfortunate that the strong winds broke our umbrella. At the final stop, Lake Akan, it was good that the bus guide and the driver cooperated to pick up a foreign guest who was late for the meeting time (they seemed to have been waiting about 200 meters ahead). I hope they can come up with creative solutions in preparation for the Rugby World Cup and the Olympics (those heading to the airport must have been anxious). 2019/8/9(金)に８４歳の母と参加しました。
天候が悪いのは仕方ないですが、やっぱり残念です。
最初の立ち寄り地の摩周湖で、強風のため、傘も壊れるなど残念でした。
最終立ち寄り地の阿寒湖で集合時刻に間に合わなかった(200mほど先で待っていたみたい)外国の方をバスガイドさんとドライバーの方が協力して一回りしてピックアップしたのは良かったです。ラグビーワールドカップやオリンピックに向けて、工夫して対応して欲しいですね(空港に寄る人はドキドキだった)。

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I had high expectations.

Posted Date: 2020/09/05

なかっち

On the day of departure, it unfortunately rained from the morning. When I arrived at Lake Mashu, as expected, I couldn't see anything due to the fog. This gives me a reason to come back. I couldn't confirm whether the sand bath at Lake Kussharo was hot water or not. There were people digging, but it didn't seem like they were soaking in hot water. At Lake Akan, the sun peeked out, and I enjoyed walking through the forest and strolling along the lakeside. Lake Mashu must be beautiful when visible… On the day of departure, it unfortunately rained from the morning. When I arrived at Lake Mashu, as expected, I couldn't see anything due to the fog. This gives me a reason to come back. I couldn't confirm whether the sand bath at Lake Kussharo was hot water or not. There were people digging, but it didn't seem like they were soaking in hot water. At Lake Akan, the sun peeked out, and I enjoyed walking through the forest and strolling along the lakeside. Lake Mashu must be beautiful when visible, but I couldn't appreciate the charm of Lake Kussharo. I thought I would like to stay at Lake Akan next time. I think it's good for those who want to see three lakes for the first time. I also stopped by Sulfur Mountain along the way, and smelling the sulfur made me feel that there is volcanic activity in the area. I enjoyed touching the steam and the hot springs. 出発当日は朝からあいにくの雨。
摩周湖に到着したら予想どおり霧で何も見えません。
また来る理由が出来ました。
屈斜路湖の砂湯はお湯かどうかは確認出来なかったです。
掘ってる人は居ましたが、お湯に浸かってるという感じでは無さそうでした。
阿寒湖は晴れ間も出て林の中を歩いたり湖畔を散歩したりで楽しめました。
摩周湖は見えたら綺麗なのでしょうが屈斜路湖は良さが分からなかったです。
次は阿寒湖に泊まりたいなと思いました。
初めてでとりあえず三つの湖を見たいと言う人には良いと思います。
硫黄山にも途中で寄りましたが、硫黄の… 出発当日は朝からあいにくの雨。
摩周湖に到着したら予想どおり霧で何も見えません。
また来る理由が出来ました。
屈斜路湖の砂湯はお湯かどうかは確認出来なかったです。
掘ってる人は居ましたが、お湯に浸かってるという感じでは無さそうでした。
阿寒湖は晴れ間も出て林の中を歩いたり湖畔を散歩したりで楽しめました。
摩周湖は見えたら綺麗なのでしょうが屈斜路湖は良さが分からなかったです。
次は阿寒湖に泊まりたいなと思いました。
初めてでとりあえず三つの湖を見たいと言う人には良いと思います。
硫黄山にも途中で寄りましたが、硫黄の臭いを嗅ぐとこの辺りは火山活動があるんだと感じられて、湯気や温泉が沸いてるのを触れて、楽しめました。

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The weather is bad...

Posted Date: 2020/10/04

nobuちゃん

The weather was bad, and I couldn't see anything at Lake Mashu because of the fog. At Lake Akan, I couldn't enjoy the beautiful scenery due to the rain. However, I was able to see a red-crowned crane along the way.天気が悪く、摩周湖は霧で何も見えませんでした。阿寒湖は、雨で綺麗な景色を見ることができませんでした。
でも、途中タンチョウ鶴を見ることができました。

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The weather was terrible...

Posted Date: 2021/07/03

しんちゃん

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there were only four customers on the bus tour. The bus was very comfortable, and we had a great time, but unfortunately, we couldn't see the scenery we were hoping for because of an unusually severe storm that was so bad we couldn't even use umbrellas.

During our long stay at Lake Akan, we spent our time drinking while enjoying the local specialties of tempura fried smelt and sashimi of cherry salmon. (laughs)

There's nothing we can do about the weather, though.コロナ禍の中でのバスツアーということもあって、お客さんはなんと4人だけでした。バスの中はとても快適で楽しい時間を過ごせたのですが、天候が傘も差せないくらいの稀に見る暴風雨ということで、残念ながら期待していた景色を観ることはできませんでした。

長時間滞在する阿寒湖では、名物のワカサギの天ぷらとヒメマスのお造りでひたすら呑んで過ごしました。(笑)

天候ばかりはどうしようもないですね。

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I was in a big rush. I wanted to sightsee a bit more slowly.

Posted Date: 2021/08/15

ヒデ坊

I understood that I wouldn't be able to see the Kushiro Wetland in detail since it was from the window of the car, but the bus didn't stop at all and just passed through. (Of course, there was an explanation.) I wished they would at least stop for a moment at a place with a good view, even if we didn't get off.釧路湿原は車窓となっていたので、じっくり見れない事は納得済でしたが、
バスは全く停車することも無く、ただの通過でした。（　もちろん説明は有りましたが　）下車しなくても、せめて眺めの良い所で、少し停車してほしかったです。

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Although the weather was a bit disappointing, I highly recommend this tour.

Posted Date: 2022/06/23

Yoshi

Thanks to the bad weather, I was able to experience the foggy Lake Mashu in a negative sense (laughs). In addition to Lake Mashu, it was a very fulfilling tour that included Lake Kussharo, Lake Akan, and Mount Io. Next time, I would like to participate on a day with good weather to see Lake Mashu.天気が悪いおかげで悪い意味での霧の摩周湖を体験することができました(笑)。摩周湖の他に屈斜路湖、阿寒湖、硫黄山も巡るとても充実したツアーです。次回は天候の良い日に参加して摩周湖を見てみたいと思いました。

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How to spend time at Lake Akan...

Posted Date: 2023/11/04

マイロ

I was able to see Lake Mashu, and I found Mount Iou and Lake Kussharo to be just okay. The problem is that I had two hours of free time in the Akan Lake hot spring area, which is the longest. However, almost all the restaurants were closed. The only place I found after walking from one end to the other was a Chinese restaurant in town, where I had tanmen.

Why did I come to Akan Lake hot springs to eat tanmen? I was looking forward to trying venison and deer jingisukan.

About 90% of the places I … I was able to see Lake Mashu, and I found Mount Iou and Lake Kussharo to be just okay. The problem is that I had two hours of free time in the Akan Lake hot spring area, which is the longest. However, almost all the restaurants were closed. The only place I found after walking from one end to the other was a Chinese restaurant in town, where I had tanmen.

Why did I come to Akan Lake hot springs to eat tanmen? I was looking forward to trying venison and deer jingisukan.

About 90% of the places I expected to visit were closed. I think timing played a role, but having two hours of free time there was nothing but a waste. Up until then, everything was fine, but I was really disappointed in the end. 摩周湖みれたし、硫黄山と屈斜路湖は、まあんなもん。問題は。阿寒湖温泉街で2時間、最長の自由時間なんだが。とにかく飲食店がほとんどあいてない。端から端まで歩き回ってみつけたのが、街中華。タンメン食べた。
なんで阿寒湖温泉きて、タンメンよ。
鹿肉、鹿のジンギスカン楽しみにしてたのに。
想定してた店が9割閉まってた。
タイミングもあると思うが。あそこで二時間の自由時間は無駄以外何ものでもない。
それまではまあ、よかったのに。最後にがっかりでした。

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The weather was disappointing.

Posted Date: 2025/02/22

まこ

The weather was nice up to the red-crowned cranes, and it was great to see them flying. After that, it turned into a snowstorm, and the scenery wasn't very good anywhere. There were two buses, and one seemed to be mostly Japanese people, while I was on the bus with many Asian travelers. At Lake Akan, it was mixed with snow, and it was tough to kill an hour there. I thought it would be helpful if the Eco Museum could be the destination and if the bus could come closer. Do we really need an hour a… The weather was nice up to the red-crowned cranes, and it was great to see them flying. After that, it turned into a snowstorm, and the scenery wasn't very good anywhere. There were two buses, and one seemed to be mostly Japanese people, while I was on the bus with many Asian travelers. At Lake Akan, it was mixed with snow, and it was tough to kill an hour there. I thought it would be helpful if the Eco Museum could be the destination and if the bus could come closer. Do we really need an hour at Lake Akan? 丹頂鶴までは、天気も良く、飛ぶような姿も見れて良かったです。
その後、吹雪みたいになり、どこも景色がイマイチでした。
2台バス構成で、1台は日本人ばかりだったようで、私はアジア系の人の多いバスでした。
阿寒湖も吹雪混じりで、１時間を潰すのが大変でした、可能ならば、エコミュージアムを目的にしていただき、バスも近く迄来てくれたら助かるなぁ、と思いました。阿寒湖１時間いりますか？

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You can efficiently visit the famous three lakes.

Posted Date: 2025/07/07

nasu

I honestly had too much time to spare at Lake Akan for two hours. It was hot, and there was no place to cool off; the café-like spot we entered had no air conditioning. The guide kept talking non-stop. I wanted some time to quietly enjoy the view from the window. The clear view of Lake Mashu without fog was a relief.阿寒湖2時間は正直時間を持て余した。暑かったせいもあるが涼むところもなく、入った喫茶店ぽいところは冷房がなく。
ガイドさんはずっと喋りっぱなし。静かに窓からの景色を見る時間も欲しかった。
霧のない摩周湖が綺麗にみられたのが救い。

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Good cost performance. Walking around Lake Akan is nice.

Posted Date: 2019/11/05

Jing

For those who do not drive, tours like this are affordable, convenient, and helpful.

When staying at the Akan Lake Onsen, you can get dropped off by the bus near the accommodation, but in that case, you need to walk to the Eco Museum Center after leaving your luggage at the inn.

It seems that there is no direct bus stop at the Eco Museum Center, so I think it would have been nice if they provided clearer explanations regarding that.

The cost performance is good.車を運転しない者にとっては、こういったツアーは安く便利で助かります。

阿寒湖温泉に宿泊する際は、その宿の近くでバスを降ろしていただけるのですが、その場合宿に荷物を置いてそこからエコミュージアムセンターへは徒歩で行く必要があります。

また直接バスでエコミュージアムセンターに停まるということもないようなので、そのあたりの説明を分かりやすく書いていただけるとよかったかなと思います。

コストパフォーマンスはグッドです。

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It's a good idea to plan how to spend your time at Lake Akan in advance.

Posted Date: 2020/09/06

のーのパパ

Taking a sightseeing boat on Lake Akan takes just a little over an hour, but this tour allows for a two-hour stay, so you need to consider whether you'll have enough time for lunch before the bus departure. It was also mentioned that you can opt not to take the tour bus and instead take a local bus back to Kushiro Station without any additional charge (using the tour ticket). This means you can fully enjoy sightseeing at Lake Akan and the nearby Kamui Kotan, then return by local bus.

In the end, … Taking a sightseeing boat on Lake Akan takes just a little over an hour, but this tour allows for a two-hour stay, so you need to consider whether you'll have enough time for lunch before the bus departure. It was also mentioned that you can opt not to take the tour bus and instead take a local bus back to Kushiro Station without any additional charge (using the tour ticket). This means you can fully enjoy sightseeing at Lake Akan and the nearby Kamui Kotan, then return by local bus.

In the end, our family decided to return on the tour bus, but since the arrival time at Lake Akan may vary depending on the road conditions that day, I think it's best to decide while on the bus heading to Lake Akan. The day we participated was rainy and cloudy, so the visibility wasn't great, but the guide on the bus provided various introductions and was helpful with our questions. Participants were seated with space between them, and hand sanitizer was also provided. 阿寒湖で遊覧船に乗ると1時間少しかかりますが、このツアーでは2時間の滞在なので、お昼を食べる時間も含めてバスの出発時間に間に合うか、遊覧船に乗る前に考える必要があります。このツアーバスには乗らずに、そのあとの路線バスに乗って釧路駅まで戻ることも追加料金なしで（ツアーの切符で）可能とのことでした。なので阿寒湖と近くのカムイコタンを存分に観光して、路線バスに乗って帰ってくることもできます。
結局、私たち家族連れはそのままツアーバスで戻りましたが、その日の道路状況によって阿寒湖への到着時間も違うでしょうか… 阿寒湖で遊覧船に乗ると1時間少しかかりますが、このツアーでは2時間の滞在なので、お昼を食べる時間も含めてバスの出発時間に間に合うか、遊覧船に乗る前に考える必要があります。このツアーバスには乗らずに、そのあとの路線バスに乗って釧路駅まで戻ることも追加料金なしで（ツアーの切符で）可能とのことでした。なので阿寒湖と近くのカムイコタンを存分に観光して、路線バスに乗って帰ってくることもできます。
結局、私たち家族連れはそのままツアーバスで戻りましたが、その日の道路状況によって阿寒湖への到着時間も違うでしょうから、どうするか阿寒湖へ向かうバスの中で決めるのがよいと思います。
私たちが参加した日は雨と曇りの天気でしたので、見晴らしはよくありませんでしたが、バスの中ではガイドさんがいろいろ紹介してくれたり、相談に乗ってくれて助かりました。参加者が間隔をとって座れていましたし、手指消毒用のアルコール液も用意されていました。

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It was a well-organized tour.

Posted Date: 2021/10/04

paddinton

I decided to join this tour because I thought it would be the most efficient way to visit the three major lakes, which I wouldn't be able to do on my own. As a result, I was able to successfully visit all three lakes, which was great. The guide also shared a lot of interesting information.

However, to see the natural marimo at Lake Akan, I realized that I would have to give up the return tour bus due to time constraints (I think if we had arrived about 15 minutes earlier, we could have made it). … I decided to join this tour because I thought it would be the most efficient way to visit the three major lakes, which I wouldn't be able to do on my own. As a result, I was able to successfully visit all three lakes, which was great. The guide also shared a lot of interesting information.

However, to see the natural marimo at Lake Akan, I realized that I would have to give up the return tour bus due to time constraints (I think if we had arrived about 15 minutes earlier, we could have made it). I also wanted to see the Ainu traditional dance, but the information on the website stated it was at 1:30 PM, and when we got there, it was only available after 3 PM. Consequently, I couldn't board the sightseeing boat (I could have taken a regular bus back, but I had plans in Kushiro after 5 PM, so that wasn't an option), and I missed the Ainu dance as well. At Lake Akan, I spent almost two hours just having lunch and looking at souvenirs (there was also a suggestion for a day-use hot spring, but I was staying at a hotel with hot springs), so I thought it would have been nice if there were more activities at Lake Akan introduced in the brochure.

That said, for those staying at Lake Akan Onsen, heading to the airport, or those who don't mind returning by regular bus after taking the sightseeing boat, the tour was flexible and I think it's a great option for them. I understand there are various circumstances, but I believe it would be enjoyable for those who have visited Kushiro multiple times if you could consider organizing afternoon and morning tours focusing on specific locations. 3大湖を回るということで、このツアーほど効率よく個人では回れないと思いましたので参加させていただきました。結果3大湖はきちんと制覇できました。
そこはとても良かったです。そしてガイドさんも丁寧に色々なお話もされていました。
ただ、阿寒湖は天然のまりもを見る観光船に乗るには時間的にやはり帰りのツアーバスを諦めるしかないのと（これは時間の都合だと思うのですが、後15分位早く到着すれば乗れるのでは？）、アイヌの伝統舞踊を見たかったのですが、HPの情報では1330と書かれていましたが、現地に行くと15時以降しかなくて、… 3大湖を回るということで、このツアーほど効率よく個人では回れないと思いましたので参加させていただきました。結果3大湖はきちんと制覇できました。
そこはとても良かったです。そしてガイドさんも丁寧に色々なお話もされていました。
ただ、阿寒湖は天然のまりもを見る観光船に乗るには時間的にやはり帰りのツアーバスを諦めるしかないのと（これは時間の都合だと思うのですが、後15分位早く到着すれば乗れるのでは？）、アイヌの伝統舞踊を見たかったのですが、HPの情報では1330と書かれていましたが、現地に行くと15時以降しかなくて、結果、観光船にも乗れず（普通のバスで帰ることはできるのですが、釧路で17時以降に予定があった為無理でした）、アイヌの踊りも見られなかったので、阿寒湖のアクテビティが2時間ほとんどお昼を食べて、お土産物を見るくらいしかなく（日帰り温泉の紹介もありましたが、温泉つきのホテルに泊まっていたので）、もう少し阿寒湖でできるアクティビティをパンフレットとかで紹介してくだされば、楽しめてよかったのかなと思いました。
それでも、阿寒湖温泉に宿泊される方、空港に向かわれる方、観光船に乗って普通のバスで帰って来られる事が時間的に構わない方が現地解散など、臨機応変でしたし、そういう方にはとてもいいツアーだと思います。
色々事情があるとは思いますが、場所を絞って午後ツアーとか、午前ツアーとか分けて開催とか検討していただければ、何度か釧路に行かれた方も楽しめるのではないでしょうか？

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The tour content is very good. The COVID-19 measures are a bit lacking.

Posted Date: 2022/05/26

モイミ

The content of the plan itself was very good, and I was able to enjoy Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo, Iouzan, and Lake Akan in a favorable weather environment. I was considering a private taxi, but I was glad that the places I wanted to visit were sufficiently covered by this plan. While it would have been fine to have a pickup in Kushiro city, I could enjoy the hot springs and boat rides at Lake Akan, so it seems reasonable to take more free time and return to Kushiro by regular bus, separating from… The content of the plan itself was very good, and I was able to enjoy Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo, Iouzan, and Lake Akan in a favorable weather environment. I was considering a private taxi, but I was glad that the places I wanted to visit were sufficiently covered by this plan. While it would have been fine to have a pickup in Kushiro city, I could enjoy the hot springs and boat rides at Lake Akan, so it seems reasonable to take more free time and return to Kushiro by regular bus, separating from this tour.

However, it seems there was a mix-up between the operating company, Akan Bus, and the tour group, as an unexpected reservation for a group was discovered on the day of the tour. As a result, the number of participants significantly exceeded the original maximum, leading to a fully booked bus. The interior was extremely cramped, and there were no additional buses provided. Even considering it was an accident, objectively speaking, it did not seem like an environment that took COVID-19 precautions into account. I felt sorry for the local staff, but it is a fact that I sensed a lack of awareness regarding COVID-19 measures in various aspects of their response. For example, they said, "If you spot an animal from the window, please shout to let us know," but given the circumstances, I thought that would just cause a commotion in an already crowded bus.

While the tour content was indeed good, I wanted to note this communication error, as I am unsure how frequently such issues occur. プランの内容自体は大変良く、天候に恵まれた環境で摩周湖・屈斜路湖・硫黄山・阿寒湖を満足に楽しむことができた。
貸切タクシーと迷っていたが、こちらのプランでまわりたいところは十分カバーされていたのでよかったなと思った。釧路市内での送迎でもよいが、阿寒湖で温泉に入ったり船に乗ったりすることができるので、自由時間を多めに取り、帰りはこのツアーから外れて路線バスで釧路に戻ってもよさそう。

ただ、催行会社の阿寒バスとツアー団体間で手違いがあったようで、当日判明した予定外の団体客の予約があった。そのため本来の最… プランの内容自体は大変良く、天候に恵まれた環境で摩周湖・屈斜路湖・硫黄山・阿寒湖を満足に楽しむことができた。
貸切タクシーと迷っていたが、こちらのプランでまわりたいところは十分カバーされていたのでよかったなと思った。釧路市内での送迎でもよいが、阿寒湖で温泉に入ったり船に乗ったりすることができるので、自由時間を多めに取り、帰りはこのツアーから外れて路線バスで釧路に戻ってもよさそう。

ただ、催行会社の阿寒バスとツアー団体間で手違いがあったようで、当日判明した予定外の団体客の予約があった。そのため本来の最大人数を大幅に超過し、バスが満席になるほどの人数での催行となった。車内は非常に密接された状態で、バスの台数が増やされることもなく、アクシデントとはいえ、客観的に見てコロナに配慮されていた環境であるとは到底思えなかった。
現地スタッフは気の毒だと思ったが、それ以外でも対応の節々にコロナ対策への意識の低さを感じたのは事実である。例えば「窓から動物を見つけたら大声を上げて知らせてください」とのことだったが、状況が状況だったので、そんなことをしたらただでさえ満員で人が密接した車内は大騒ぎになると思った。
ツアー内容がよかったのは事実だが、こうした連絡ミスがどれくらい頻繁に起きているのかわからないため、念のため記載しておく。

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Reply from the operator

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. On the day in question, we were unable to provide additional vehicles and drivers due to a shortage. Regarding our awareness of COVID-19 measures, we will reconfirm this internally with our tour guides and drivers before proceeding with future operations. Once again, we deeply apologize for the situation.この度は大変申し訳ありませんでした。
当日につきましては対応車両、ドライバーが不足していたため増便対応ができなかった次第でございます。
コロナ対策への意識につきましては今後社内にて添乗員、ドライバー含め再確認したうえで今後運行して参ります。
この度は大変申し訳ありませんでした　重ねてお詫び申し上げます。

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It was average. Also, the guide was endlessly difficult.

Posted Date: 2023/05/28

tommy

Lake Mashu and Lake Akan were more ordinary than I expected. Lakes like Lake Toya were more beautiful. The guide's explanations went on for a long time, which made my head hurt and felt a bit tedious. While the information was thorough, listening for such a long time was tiring, and I wished for a bit more quiet time.摩周湖、阿寒湖は期待してたよりは普通でした。洞爺湖とかの方が綺麗でした。ガイドさんの説明が延々とつづくので、頭が痛くなってきて少しくどく感じました。丁寧ですがずっと話しを聞いてると疲れてしまうので、もう少し静かな時間が欲しかったです。

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It might be difficult, but...

Posted Date: 2023/10/12

はいびー

Overall, I thought it was good. It might be difficult with the schedule, but I would like to add a stop for sightseeing at either the wetland observation deck or Tsurukoen Park.全体的によかったと思う。スケジュール的に難しいだろうけど、湿原の展望台か鶴公園をどちらか下車観光を加えてほしい。

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I could see Lake Mashu!

Posted Date: 2024/09/30

さと

I participated in the Pirika-go tour for the first time. The main destination was Lake Mashu. I was nervous about whether I would be able to see it through the mist, but today I was able to see it safely! It was a beautiful lake. Although the stay was only 30 minutes, I wish we could have spent more than 35 minutes at Lake Mashu (5 minutes less at Sand Hot Spring is sufficient, and Akanko Lake could also be shorter). Since Lake Mashu was the first sightseeing spot, I wanted to use the restroom, … I participated in the Pirika-go tour for the first time. The main destination was Lake Mashu. I was nervous about whether I would be able to see it through the mist, but today I was able to see it safely! It was a beautiful lake. Although the stay was only 30 minutes, I wish we could have spent more than 35 minutes at Lake Mashu (5 minutes less at Sand Hot Spring is sufficient, and Akanko Lake could also be shorter). Since Lake Mashu was the first sightseeing spot, I wanted to use the restroom, there were so many delicious-looking things, and the souvenir shops were so abundant that I hardly had any time to actually see Lake Mashu.

We didn't stop at Kushiro Wetlands, so I could only catch a glimpse from the moving bus (from the right-side seat), which made me glad I enjoyed it the day before on the Sunset Norokko train. The mountain scenery along the way and Iouzan were also nice. At the last stop, Akanko Lake, we had a 2-hour free time, and I was able to enjoy the exhibits at the Eco Museum, but the street in front of Akanko Lake is long, so if you take it easy thinking you have 2 hours, you might not make it back in time for the bus departure, so be careful. It’s safer to plan for at least a 10-minute walk from the Eco Museum to the Pirika-go bus stop (which is almost in the middle of the street). Normally, I can't run very fast, but I ran for my life and barely made it in time.

The guide and the driver had a relatively cool demeanor. However, I appreciate that they provided a lot of information and conducted the tour safely and on time. Next time, I want to see Lake Mashu in a different season and take my time to enjoy it more. 初めてピリカ号ツアーに参加しました。
摩周湖が一番の目的地でした。
もやで見えるかどうか、ドキドキしていましたが、今日は無事に見えました！
綺麗な湖でした。滞在時間は３０分でしたが、摩周湖は３５分以上にして欲しいです。（砂湯は５分短縮で十分ですし、阿寒湖ももっと短くて良いので）。摩周湖が最初の見学地で、トイレにも行きたいし、美味しそうなものはたくさんあるし、土産物屋も充実し過ぎていて、肝心の摩周湖を見る時間があまりありませんでした。
釧路湿原には停車せず、走るバス（右側の座席）から、ちらっと見える程度で… 初めてピリカ号ツアーに参加しました。
摩周湖が一番の目的地でした。
もやで見えるかどうか、ドキドキしていましたが、今日は無事に見えました！
綺麗な湖でした。滞在時間は３０分でしたが、摩周湖は３５分以上にして欲しいです。（砂湯は５分短縮で十分ですし、阿寒湖ももっと短くて良いので）。摩周湖が最初の見学地で、トイレにも行きたいし、美味しそうなものはたくさんあるし、土産物屋も充実し過ぎていて、肝心の摩周湖を見る時間があまりありませんでした。
釧路湿原には停車せず、走るバス（右側の座席）から、ちらっと見える程度ですので、前日に夕日ノロッコ号で堪能してきて良かったなと思いました。
途中の山の景色も硫黄山も良かったです。最後の阿寒湖では２時間のフリータイムがあり、エコミュージアムの展示を満喫できましたが、阿寒湖前の通りは端から端までが遠いので、２時間あるからとのんびりしていると、バスの出発時間に間に合わなくなるので要注意です。エコミュージアムからピリカ号バス停（通りのほぼ中央）までは徒歩で１０分は見ておいた方が無難です。普段はあまり早く走れないのに、命懸けで走ってぎりぎり間に合いました。
ガイドさんもドライバーさんも割とクールな感じでした。でもたくさんの情報を教えていただき、安全に時間どおりにツアーを実施していただいて感謝しています。今度は摩周湖を違う季節に、もっとじっくりと見たいです。

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