【タヒチ14日間】観光のイメージ崩れる…知らなかった“本当のタヒチ”へ

【タヒチ14日間】観光のイメージ崩れる…知らなかった“本当のタヒチ”へ

Hello everyone. This is Tomoka. I’m currently in Tahiti. In this video, I’d like to share my trip to Tahiti, but since it would be a bit long if I made one video, I’m going to split it into two parts: Tahiti and Bora Bora. I don’t think many people have been to Tahiti, so I hope you’ll enjoy the island’s charm as if you were traveling with me. Tahiti is known for its beautiful beaches, so I’ll show you not only the beaches, but also the town and what it’s like to stay there . Please enjoy until the end . So, the video begins. There seems to be no shuttle, so I take a taxi. To the hotel. As I left the airport, there was a taxi stand on the right. Taxis were lining up, so I got in from there. I wonder if they accept credit cards? This taxi did. It’s best to check before getting in a taxi. It’s amazing ! I immediately felt that this country truly blends Hawaiian, Cook Island, and Polynesian cultures . Tahiti drives on the right side of the road, just like America. And finally, we arrived at the hotel. Starting today, we’ll be staying at the Hilton Hotel Tahiti for six nights. Here’s the taxi fare from the hotel to the airport. The Hilton Tahiti is just a 10-minute drive from Papeete Airport. It’s popular for its lagoon pool with a spectacular view of Moorea Island. All rooms have balconies and an open, ocean-inspired design. Enjoy the flavors of Tahitian cuisine at three restaurants and a swim-up bar. Convenient access to the city makes it perfect for sightseeing or transit. This resort is a classic for travelers to Tahiti, offering a high-quality yet unpretentious experience. Hibiscus green tea. Oh, it tastes like hibiscus. This is the hotel’s first restaurant. Is it a vaipuna? It’s designed like a beach bar. I’m checking into my room now. A sudden downpour has started. It’s open . Let’s take a room tour. First, there’s the kitchen on the right as you enter. And this is the laundry machine. The washing machine. To the left as you enter is the shoe rack. What’s this? It’s not an umbrella stand, but a storage space. So, this is the living room. And wow, it’s spacious. Over here is the bedroom. It’s so beautiful. And there’s a big TV right in front of me. The view of the room from the bedroom looks like this. It’s a bit cloudy today because of the rain showers, but it looks like this. The lobby floor is on the second floor, with two rooms above and below. And over here is the walk-in closet. It’s so beautiful. And here is the ironing board and iron. There are also two bathrobes. This is a shoehorn and shoe cleaner. There are also slippers for the room here. And here is the safe. And over here is the bathroom. There is a separate shower room and bathtub. It looks like this. It’s really nice. The toilet is over here. I wonder what the amenities are like? Body lotion, vanity kit, and shower cap. And there’s a scale here too. By the way, once you fill the bathtub, you can store things here like this. There is a hair dryer, although it’s not a brand. However, it’s not nano-compatible, so if you have an international hair dryer, it’s a good idea to bring one . By the way, the plug has two round holes. There’s a high chair in the kitchen, which gives it a bit of a bar vibe. There are two bottles of water here, this size. Is this tea? There’s also a coffee machine. There’s also an electric kettle, so you can make hot water, and ice cream here. I saw an ice cream machine in the hallway when I got here earlier, so there are also cups, a microwave, an oven, and an induction cooktop , which is incredibly convenient. And there’s a toaster here . Here’s the refrigerator. Oh, the freezer. It’s a really spacious freezer. This is the refrigerator. It’s huge. It can hold quite a lot. It’s a Samsung refrigerator. It has a full-length mirror. Since it’s our honeymoon, the hotel brought us some ice wine, I think. There’s also a TV in the living room here. It’s huge. This is the balcony of the living room, and the view is like this. We’ll take some pictures on sunny days, but you can sit and relax here. This is the hotel souvenir shop. They sell stickers like these. I didn’t know about them. Plus, they ‘re not that expensive. It might actually be cheap. It’s cheaper than the market. The hotel and the shopping mall are connected by this bridge. So, as soon as you leave the hotel, you’re directly connected. Apparently there’s a supermarket inside, so it’s incredibly convenient. It was raining a little, but we arrived safely. This is what it looked like outside. This is the supermarket. It looks really big. I’m doing laundry first today, so I came here to buy detergent and dryer sheets. As you’d expect from an island, they also have things like vapes. Tahiti is a French territory, so everyone buys bread. So I was curious, so I came here. Ah, macarons. They cost about $12. These are cakes. There are cakes with macarons on top. Wow! This is baguette. Amazing. As you’d expect from a French territory. The tarts here look delicious too. Wow. Pasta, etc. Pizza, etc. Oh, what’s this? It looks like yakisoba. That’s all for my shopping on the first day. I’ll be back to buy souvenirs, so I’ll take some photos then. Tonight’s dinner is takeout from a restaurant called Kono Yoroshi, which I’ll eat at the hotel. This is just a rough estimate, but it’s roughly the same amount converted to the dollar. It’s 100 Pacific francs, so the 1950 XPF in the top left corner is about $20. Prices in Tahiti are insanely high. The supermarkets were pretty pricey too. This is what I had for dinner today. It cost 3,300 yen. Let’s eat. Good morning, everyone. Today is my second day in Tahiti. I’m heading downtown by taxi now, and I think the starting fare is probably $10. In Japan, I think the starting fare is 500 yen, but as soon as I got in, it was already 1,000 Pacific francs, so I think it started at $10. So, I guess it was about 1,200 yen in Japanese yen. Taxis are pretty expensive. That’s because prices are so high. It should take about 7 minutes from the hotel to my next destination, the cafe for breakfast, but I’ll take my time and tell you about it on day two. My first cafe in Tahiti was this one called Urban Cafe, and the locals told me it was amazing. This is the food menu. They have a variety of items, like toast, pancakes, salads, bagels, and hamburgers. They also have a separate drink menu, but most of the drinks are lattes for 500 francs, which is about 700 yen. They also have alcohol. I ordered a cafe latte and coconut water. I also ordered salmon toast and fish and chips. So, I ate. These are pancakes to share. This restaurant’s pancakes seem pretty famous, so I ordered some. These are Tahitian currency. There are four types of bills: 500, 1000, 5000, and 10,000. The designs are all super cute, with the 500 bill featuring flowers. The 1000 bill features a turtle and a stingray, and what I think is the national bird? A bird. The 5000 bill features fish and shellfish, and is very colorful and cute. The 10,000 bill features a house, typical of the islands. It has a luxurious design. This is the main street of Tahiti Papeete. Today is Saturday, so the shops are generally closed by mid-morning. It’s quieter than I expected, especially since it’s the weekend. Wi-Fi in Tahiti Papeete is basically LTE all the time. It’s not 5G or 4G, so I guess you can just use the bare minimum of the internet. Just like in Hawaii, I rented an eSIM from Trifa. Since I was in Tahiti this time, I bought the Tahiti 10GB plan, which was more than enough for a 14-day stay. When I got there, I turned on airplane mode . The moment I unlocked it, I was instantly connected to the internet, and I was able to check into my hotel and use Google Maps smoothly. With Trifa, setup is as easy as selecting a plan in the app and scanning a QR code, so there’s no need to search for a SIM card or explain things in English when you’re there. It’s incredibly convenient, eliminating the language barrier and anxiety of setting up your phone when buying a SIM card at the airport. I think this is especially reassuring for those traveling to non-English-speaking countries or those traveling abroad for the first time. The connection was also very stable, and even on the remote islands of Tahiti, where there are many small islands, I was able to connect properly. The internet speed was stable, map searches were smooth, and checking restaurant reviews and doing quick research was stress-free. Another great thing about Trifa is its wide range of support, with over 190 countries. Even when you change destinations, you can easily purchase plans for different countries using a single app, eliminating the hassle of having to change SIM cards every time you change countries. This is extremely convenient for people who travel frequently. Another added convenience is the 24-hour Japanese support. I know it can be frustrating when you can’t connect to the internet overseas, but with Trifa, you can chat in Japanese through the app, so you can get immediate assistance if you have any problems. Having this makes all the difference in my mental security. Plus, there’s no need to swap cards like with a physical SIM, so I can do everything with just one smartphone. It’s easy to manage after your trip, as you can turn it off with a single tap in the settings. I was issued a 5% off coupon code exclusively for this video, so I’ll include a link in the description. If you’re planning an overseas trip, please check it out. They had Tahiti postcards for sale in the souvenir shop. Amazing. I’ll be there in a week. I immediately found a Tahiti magnet, stickers around here, and the ones my brother collects. Strawberry-flavored shaved ice. So sweet! It tastes like shaved ice made straight from juice. Super sweet. The amount of coloring is amazing. This is the market in Papeete I wanted to go to, but since it’s Sunday, it closed around 1:00 PM, so I’ll have to go back another time. Matai Express Tahiti. This hotel looks new. They’re running the Tahiti Papeete Marathon today. This is the harbor/port where you go from Papeete to the other islands. They’re numbered, so I assume you go to each island from each pier. It’s in the heart of downtown, about a 10-minute drive from the Hilton hotel where I’m staying. So, it’s centrally located. Boats depart from this harbor to various islands, including Taha Island, Raiatea, and Hauhine. There’s a restaurant here called Binibini Fish Chill. They sell sushi for about 700 francs, so it’s not too expensive and I think Japanese people would probably like it . I haven’t tried it yet, so I’m not sure about the taste, but I’ll try it for dinner tonight. Unfortunately, the salmon bowl I wanted wasn’t available. Apparently they were sold out of salmon, and all they had was tuna , so I ordered regular tuna sushi. Amazing, as expected of Tahiti. The seafood is fresh, so they have a ton of Pokéballs and sushi for sale. And they look delicious. They don’t just have sushi, they have other things like Pokéballs like this, fried fish, and more. It’s beautiful. It’s sunset time. So beautiful! Truly an island sunset. This is right in front of the hotel. The building we’re staying in is over there, and there’s another building with hotel rooms on this side, with about 500 rooms in total. Well, it’s Hilt, so it’s pretty spacious and has a lot of rooms. I’ll have breakfast at this cafe. I think this cafe opened in 1976. It seems to have opened in Brest in 1976 and landed in Tahiti in 2021. I’m sure they have one in Paris too. I’ll go for the salmon club sandwich at the bottom. They sell sandwiches and other items at pretty reasonable prices. They also have croissants and other sweet treats like this. They also sell sweets like this. There ‘s a menu of what appears to be iced drinks, and the one on the right is hot. They probably only offer hot cafe lattes. For iced tea, you can choose your syrup from the list, so I went with peach. Itadakimasu (Thank you for meal) Egg, salmon, and cheese. It’s very simple, but delicious. This is the rental car I’m renting for the next two days. It’s $200 a day, so it came to $400 for two days. For some reason, it seems like you can’t rent a car online. I couldn’t make a reservation, so I could only rent it at the information center in my hotel. Incidentally, Tahiti, like the US, drives on the right side of the road and has left-hand drive. I wonder why Japanese people need an international driver’s license. However, it seems like people with US driver’s licenses don’t need one. Since I was able to rent with just my US driver’s license, I wonder if people from countries that drive on the right don’t need one. There are wall art like this here and there around town. We arrived at our first stop, Black Sand Beach. I wonder if the sand is really black. It certainly is. But the ocean doesn’t look very clean. They say this place is volcanic sand. How do I know? The sand sparkles, so it’s supposed to be real black sand. Amazing. Volcanic rock. So black. And this sand is so smooth! It’s black, but it’s like mud, and it’s really smooth. So cute. Pink Church. This is my second spot. The ocean here is so beautiful, there are a lot of people, and the parking lot is pretty big. What is it? HMS Bounty? I found some kind of monument. There are all kinds of ocean-related monuments like this here and there. The weather is nice today, so the blue of the ocean looks amazing. It’s a spectacular view. It’s like something out of a movie. You can see the lighthouse from here. You can even wash your feet here. It’s always on the beach. There was a shop here. It looked like a convenience store. It was so Tahitian and cute. There was a sign here that said “Loka Street Food.” I checked to see what they had for sale. Oh, hot dogs, fresh tuna, and paninis. There was a food rack here too. I found a food truck, so I bought some. This one was a local truck, but it was much cheaper. I bought a mango fruit smoothie. 900 francs. Thank you. Yes. Delicious. Super fresh fruit. This place is famous for the tide blowing… what was it called? There’s a hole where the tide blows out, and I think this is it. It seems closed for some reason. It’s permanently closed, so I guess it’s probably not open anymore. There’s a fence like this, so you can’t go inside. It’s crazy. Chicks! So cute! Chickens! I can hear the sound of the tide blowing up. But it’s sad that I can’t go. I’m heading to the waterfall now. I’m going to see that waterfall over there now. There’s a river below. There’s some bamboo and stuff, so it feels a bit Japanese. The waterfall is in sight. It’s really just a short drive from the parking lot. I’d heard that in other places, it’s quite a trekking-like walk, but this place is really just a short walk from the parking lot, so it’s incredibly easy to get to. Cascade de Faarmai is located in the small village of Tiarei on the east coast of Tahiti. This is a natural spot with three waterfalls in a row, with the first one, Vaimahuta Waterfall, being particularly famous. It’s about a 5-minute leisurely walk from the parking lot to the falls. The path is well-maintained, so even first-time visitors can feel safe. Standing in front of the falls, the sound of the water and the breeze are soothing, and although it’s not flashy, it’s a quiet and soothing place. It’s not a very touristy spot, so it’s a popular destination for locals as well. While Tahiti is often associated with the ocean, there are many places like this where you can walk in nature. If you have time, be sure to drive around the east side of the island and stop by this waterfall. I saw a waterfall like this along the road. It’s tiny. Amazing. Wow! Where do we park? Parking is 300 yen . I drove an hour and a half to a small island at the bottom of Tahiti, and this is the site of the surfing event during the Paris Olympics. Surfing was held in Tahiti. That’s why there’s a five-ring sign here, likely made for the Paris Olympics . Amazing. I’d like to have lunch at this restaurant right in front of the Olympic sign. This is the menu. I’ll have this tuna carpaccio and rice. All of that is 1950 yen, so about 2000 yen. I guess they have a la carte menu here too. They also have beer. The restaurant has a very local feel, and the prices are much cheaper than in Papeete. For lunch, I was supposed to have carpaccio and rice, but I chose French fries. It’s olive oil. It’s delicious. It was raining a little while ago, but it cleared up while I was eating lunch. And here’s a statue of a woman holding a surfboard. And over here is the Olympic symbol. And it says Paris 2024 here. This is the sign announcing the Paris Olympics. On the left, there’s a really thick fog, like Jurassic Park. It must be raining over there. And over here is the ocean where the surfing event was held. The waves are really high, making it a great place for surfing. There are some seashells attached to nets like this. I wonder if they were harvested after the new pearls were harvested? Amazing. There were lots of them tied to this tree too. There’s a vending machine here. The sea and forest blend together, it’s amazing. It’s a rare sight. It has such a local feel. Wow, a rainbow. I finally saw a rainbow. The island has been experiencing rainbows and sunny spells for a while now, so I was wondering if we’d see a rainbow. And it’s a double rainbow. Can you see it? Amazing. The beach here is primarily for surfing, so the water doesn’t seem all that clean. Since Tahiti is largely a volcanic island, the ocean is primarily black sand. I found information about this area. It’s amazing, as expected. As expected of the Olympic site, the waves are impressive. There was also a local optional tour that offered to take you to a reef on a boat , but I decided not to try it this time. Oh, that boat with “Paris 2024” written on it! Did you know that the landscape that most people imagine when they hear “Tahiti” isn’t actually one island? Tahiti is made up of two parts. One is Tahiti Nui on the west side, the so-called city with the airport and capital, Papeete. This is the place to enjoy hotels and shopping cafes. The other is Tahiti Iti, meaning “Little Tahiti.” There aren’t many tourists here, and the roads are mostly green and blue. The ocean and the people are both quiet, and the “untouched” Tahiti still lingers. Located in the southern part of Tahiti Iti is Stelle Vehiatua i Te Matai, literally translated as “Monument to Vehiatua in the Wind.” This monument honors Vehiatua, the Tahitian hero who once protected this land. Matai, or wind, is like a god of nature to the Tahitian people. This area is close to Te Ahupo, the surfing mecca, and has also been chosen as the site for the Olympic Games. Waves, wind, and mountains—all unite to evoke the essence of Tahiti, where people and nature coexist. In the evening, locals sit on the sandy beach, quietly gazing out at the ocean. Without the hustle and bustle of tourist attractions, the only sounds are the sound of the wind and the rhythm of the waves. Breathing in this atmosphere, I realized that the true beauty of Tahiti lies not in luxury or spectacular views, but in this kind of “tranquility.” Good morning, everyone. Today is the morning of my fourth day in Tahiti. Yesterday, I rented a car and drove halfway around Tahiti clockwise. It seemed like a lot of the tourist spots were concentrated on the right, so I went to waterfalls and famous beaches. So, I thought it would be a great idea to rent a car and drive halfway around the island clockwise on a nice day. The surfing spot where the Paris Olympics were held is in the lower left. It’s like a figure eight, and I mainly went to the beach yesterday. Since I’ve rented a car for one more day today, I’m thinking of driving halfway around counterclockwise for the rest of the day. Today , I’m thinking of visiting some gardens and some waterfalls, which are tourist spots I haven’t visited yet. My schedule isn’t as tight as yesterday, but I hope to be able to share it with you at a relaxed pace. Anyway, first I’m off to breakfast. I arrived at the breakfast spot. The ocean was right next to me. And can you see it in the distance? Moorea Island. It’s incredibly beautiful. Amazing. I wonder if everyone is going fishing or snorkeling by boat from here? It’s so beautiful. I had breakfast on PokeTwo. This is it. The seating is like this, with a view of the beach. The menu looks like this. It looks delicious. I ordered salmon and tofu. This is grilled tuna. It’s huge! A burrito. It’s a burrito with sushi rice, salmon, tofu, and tomato. Let’s eat. It looks like this, and the rice, cabbage, and carrots were automatically included. I also added tofu and sashimi salmon with wasabi sauce, which was really delicious. It’s a burrito, but it’s my first time eating a burrito without meat, so it’s surprisingly refreshing. I also ordered a caramel waffle. Looks delicious. Thank you for the meal. This cafe was incredibly delicious. However, they’re open for breakfast from 8am to 10am and lunch from 11am onwards, so if you want breakfast, make sure you get there before 10am. Our Google Maps listing only listed the opening hours as 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, so we arrived around 9:50 AM, just before 10 AM, and were told the breakfast menu was already sold out. We then waited an hour until lunchtime, so please keep an eye out for updates on Google. So, off to the tourist spots. Our next stop, the garden, we arrived. There were lots of cute dresses. They also sold T-shirts. So cute. The roosters were crowing like crazy. Because it’s a garden, there were flower names everywhere. Tahiti. Oh, this flower, I’m sure it’s the tree from which I received the Tiare Tahiti flower on the plane. There were no flowers, though. This tree is amazing. I found a pineapple. Is it really a pineapple? It’s stuck in the tree. It’s huge. I found a huge leaf — this is the third one. This is Jardin d’Eau de Vaipahi, a natural park in the Mataia region in southern Tahiti. There’s a small shop next to the entrance, where you can buy souvenirs and cold drinks. It’s said that this garden has long been home to a sacred spring, making it a special place for locals. There are three routes within the garden, ranging from a 10-minute stroll to a more in-depth trek, allowing you to choose one that suits your schedule. The tropical plants, bamboo, and water lily ponds preserve the natural beauty of Tahiti, giving the garden an atmosphere more like a walk through a local forest than a tourist spot. It’s quiet enough to stop by between sightseeing spots, and it’s a place where you can experience the everyday nature of Tahiti. I had a blast in the garden. It was more fun than I expected, with things like waterfalls, chickens, and chicks, plants rarely seen in Japan. If you have time, I highly recommend visiting. Anyway, on to our next stop. This is “Cocoteraie de Atimaono,” a coconut plantation in the town of Papara in the southwest of Tahiti. Palm trees line this single road, framing it in every direction. It offers a tropical landscape quintessentially Tahitian. Originally a plantation, it’s now a popular walking trail and photo spot for locals. Just driving past it feels so open and spacious, I can’t help but want to roll down the window and come back. The moment I saw it from my car window, I was so excited. I’ve reached the very edge of the ocean near the palm trees. The view from here is insanely beautiful. Isn’t this blue boundary incredible? It’s so beautiful. The wind is so strong. The rocks are awful. Wow, it’s cold. Our next stop is a beach famous for surfing. The waves are so high, it’s not really a great place for swimming. And the sand is black. Wow, that’s nice. Nice. This is the last beach of the day. White sand. Everyone’s asleep. We wait here for sunset. About an hour left. Sunset is almost here. After playing around on the beach, it’s almost here. The sun is setting. Sinking. When we got back from Peach Beach, there were a bunch of flowers on the car. So cute. I wonder what those flowers are? We shared a Caesar salad. Fish burger. I ordered a hamburger, but they brought a mini size. I got the Tahitian plate. I can’t eat shrimp, so I gave it to my boyfriend. There were two sauces on the menu, but what are they? Oh, sweet and salty. What is this? It’s salty. This is avocado. And this is like the famous Tahitian salad dipped in coconut. Good morning. We’re having breakfast here today. They also have rice and miso soup. Fried fish. Yes. Fish. It says miso soup. Wow. Miso soup! Veggie dish. Paste. This looks, wow, delicious. They have a huge variety of breads. There are plenty of sauces to dip your bread in. I came for breakfast at the hotel today. They make omelets and other dishes right in front of you, and since it’s a French territory, they also have crepes. There was a wide variety of bread, which was great. And best of all, isn’t the view incredible? You can eat with the ocean right in front of you. This cafe latte was amazing. If you have the chance, please order a coffee. It’s so good. I’m eating a crepe right now, and it’s amazing. The omelet they made for me was also amazing. The hotel breakfast is $55 per person, which is a bit more expensive than a regular hotel, but I recommend having breakfast here at least once during your stay. It’s that delicious. It’s my fifth day in Tahiti, and this might be the best meal I’ve ever had. This is the view from the restaurant. Today, I went to a drink shop called Teapresso. I saw someone there the other day and it looked delicious, so I decided to try it. They also sell rice balls, but they cost about 650 yen each. They’re incredibly expensive. There are so many varieties. This one is kiwi, and this one is passion fruit. I spent the whole day walking around downtown, and since it’s a weekday and not a weekend, many shops are open and bustling. There are palm trees everywhere, which is really cute. Each one is 350 yen. Macarons are about 1,200 yen. In Tahiti, the sky suddenly darkens and rain starts falling. Since it’s an island nation, it feels like a downpour is about to happen. Wow, I saw a rainbow. This is the local movie theater in Tahiti. It has an incredible hall-like feel. This is the concession stand. Today, I’m going to get a Caesar salad to go from this restaurant and eat it at the hotel. Many Tahitians prefer to eat at outdoor tables like this rather than inside. In addition to the Caesar salad, I’m planning to buy some chicken tenders to go from this restaurant and eat them at the hotel. Good morning, everyone. Today is my last day in Tahiti, the day before I head to Bora Bora. Well, I’ll be spending two nights in Tahiti after returning from Bora Bora, but today will be my last day enjoying Tahiti. I’m going to have breakfast at my usual cafe in the shopping mall, then take a local bus to the museum. The local bus runs about twice an hour, and it would take about 15 minutes to get to the museum by taxi, but it would take about 30 minutes by bus. I plan to walk about 15 minutes from the nearest bus stop to the museum, but it costs about $2 per person one way. A taxi would probably cost about $30, so I want to experience various local things, so I’ll take the bus this time. So, I’m looking forward to enjoying another day in Tahiti. So, off I go. For breakfast today, I went to a cafe in a supermarket near the hotel again. I came to the same cafe again, but they had new sandwich options. Today I’m having lychee iced tea and a panini with tomato and mozzarella. So, let’s eat. I arrived at the bus stop. The number is written like this. It shows the bus time, the line, the destination, and various bars, but as expected, the starting fare is 200, so it’s 200 yen. It’s about $2. So, I managed to get on the local bus. The bus arrived about two minutes late, but I was surprised that it was almost on time. How do you say this? I had the impression that buses in other countries don’t always arrive on time , so this bus is almost always on time. When I got on, the driver showed me a note saying “I want to go here,” and said he was going, so I got on. Well, I knew I was going there using the app. I had downloaded the app, so I knew I was going there, but just in case it was wrong, I recommend showing the driver your destination just in case. When I got on, I paid in cash. I think you press a button to get off, but I think I’ll check that out when I get off. So, I’ll take this bus for 30 minutes to the museum. I used a ride app called Tele Tahiti, and I opened it and set the departure and arrival times like this. For departure, I chose my usual hotel for simplicity’s sake. I set the arrival time to the museum, and the nearest bus stop appeared. It said that if you take numbers 20 and 30, you’ll get there in one bus, and the map showed up like this. If you take number 30, you get off at this bus stop and walk along this road to the museum. If you take number 20, you’ll have to take a different route and be dropped off around here, so you’ll have to go around like this. So, be sure to check the bus app carefully. Yay! I arrived at the bus stop safely. To get off, just press the button before you arrive at the bus stop and it will stop. You pay at the beginning, so when you get on, you get in from the front and pay, and when you get off, you just press the button at the back and get off, so it was super easy. A 10-minute taxi ride costs about $20, so if you want to save money, I recommend taking the bus. While driving, this river looked very familiar. There were mangoes growing next to the banana trees. It was my first time seeing a guava. Which one? Wow, amazing! I found a sign indicating the museum. We arrived at the museum. This is the Musée de Tahiti et des Îles, a national museum dedicated to the history and culture of Tahiti and its islands. Completely renovated in 2023, the museum’s exhibits and building were all redesigned. The exterior is made of natural materials typical of Tahiti, such as wood and stone, and the entire building is designed to blend in with the surrounding landscape. The museum entrance is cute. The ocean is on the other side, which looks brand new. First,…oh! It’s a garden. Amazing. We’ll start at this museum. Inside, the first exhibit focuses on the island’s natural features, including volcanoes, coral reefs, and plants. Through videos and 3D models, you can learn about Tahiti’s geography and how it came to be what it is today. Going deeper, you’ll learn about the lives and beliefs of Polynesian people, their mythology, music, dance, and seafaring culture. In addition to ancient tools, costumes, and wooden carved statues of gods, the museum also displays drums and necklaces used in religious ceremonies. One of the most impressive exhibits is a real canoe. The hull is carved from a single long tree, and the idea that it could have sailed thousands of kilometers to islands is a testament to the advanced technology of the time. Each accessory, crafted from shells and feathers, has a special meaning and was used according to status and ceremonial occasions. The museum also features crafts made by modern artisans using traditional techniques, creating a tangible connection between past and present. The final section depicts the history of Polynesian voyages, depicting the journeys of people who navigated the vast Pacific Ocean by reading the stars, winds, and waves. Voyages began in Asia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea, eventually spreading to Hawaii, New Zealand, and Easter Island. These three islands form the Polynesian Triangle, with Tahiti at its center. Looking at this exhibit, I feel like I’m beginning to understand why Tahiti is known as the “heart of Polynesian culture.” This museum not only teaches about the past, but also allows you to understand what the people of this island have valued and even get a sense of their “way of thinking.” There’s even a small souvenir shop inside the museum. There’s also a garden in the middle of the museum, like this one. I just went to the museum. It’s even more beautiful than I imagined, and the atmosphere here is really nice and the location is really comfortable, so I definitely recommend visiting. I was really glad I came, because I learned about the history of how, how should I put it, the people of Tahiti arrived on the island . There were two parts: the main museum and the exhibition. Honestly, the exhibition only had photographs on display, so I think I would have been fine with just the museum. It’s not art, but I think it’s worth a visit for people interested in photography. Personally, I preferred the museum. The museum grounds are truly amazing. The lawn is beautifully maintained, and there are flowers typical of a tropical island. On the way here, you can see plenty of mangoes, bananas, and other fruits. I really love the atmosphere here. The ocean is on this side, so it’s really pleasant. And right in front of you is Moorea. What a stunning location. The west coast of Tahiti stretches out before you, with its sister island, Moorea, directly in front. This sea is surrounded by coral reefs separating the open ocean from the lagoon, resulting in calm waves and exceptionally clear water. The shallows have a beautiful gradation, and the water color varies slightly depending on the location. The transition from turquoise to ultramarine is a distinctive feature of the Tahitian ocean. Tropical trees line the coast, and perhaps because it serves as a wind channel, it’s relatively quiet at any time of day. There are few tourists, and you can see locals jogging. Just behind them, towering volcanic mountains. Right in the middle of this landscape, where deep green meets the blue of the ocean, stands the Musée de Tahiti et des Îles. Nature and culture, sea and mountains—this place itself, where you can see both at once, feels like a microcosm of Tahiti. Apparently this area is a whale-watching area, and I actually managed to spot a whale. Amazing! A whale spouting! It’s a bit far, though. Humpback whales can be seen in this area from July to October. Swimming between Tahiti and Moorea, they occasionally surface like this, spouting and slowly exposing their tails. During this time, many mother whales return to give birth and raise their young. Flying a drone, you can sometimes see young calves swimming right next to their mothers. The waters here are a lagoon surrounded by coral reefs, calmer than the open ocean, making them a safe haven for the whales. Depending on the season and location, you might even see sea turtles, dolphins, and rays. The water is so clear you can see them moving even from above. They can also be seen from a tourist boat, but if you manage to spot them by chance, like we did, it’s a special memory. On the way back, we took bus number 20 from a place called Centre Tamanu, in front of the gas station, back to Papeete city. This was the bus fare for two people. For dinner, we went to Sun, a Japanese-looking restaurant inside the hotel, but it’s probably Thai. Everything was incredibly expensive edamame for about $11. Nigiri sushi, even though it only had two pieces, usually cost around $20 or $30. They also had sashimi and set menus like this, but sushi usually cost around $30 for six pieces. This was the main course, and they had a lot of Thai dishes, like green curry and pad thai. The meal consisted of dessert, whiskey, tea, and coffee. The first course was miso soup, filled with tofu and wakame seaweed. Next, I ordered a California roll and a spicy salmon roll, along with pad thai and teriyaki chicken. Apparently, this pie is sold out today, so I’ll just order this lychee and raspberry parfait and this Yoichi chocolate. This is the chocolate. What was it again? They said it was something with whiskey, and it’s underneath. I ordered… oh, lychee. Lychee and raspberry. So, let’s eat. Good morning, everyone. I returned to Tahiti from Bora Bora last night, stayed overnight, and will be heading to the United States tomorrow. Today will be a day of shopping for souvenirs and other things in Tahiti, but my trip to Tahiti will soon be coming to an end, so I hope you enjoy it to the end. Off I go. Today, I took a leisurely stroll to the Papeete market. It’s open from 5:30 AM to 4 PM on weekdays, with a slightly different schedule on weekends, but this is Papeete’s most famous market. Apparently you can buy things at local prices, but the prices aren’t usually listed, so you have to ask the shop staff each time. So, I’ll give you a little inside look. I’m at the market. Today is shopping day, so I headed to the market first. Wow, there are a lot of locals here. I stopped by briefly the other day, but today it’s packed with people and lots of shops are open. There’s a second floor, so I’ll go there. I read that this place, Cafe Maeva, is pretty popular. I found the cookies I was looking for, and they’re the popular souvenir I was looking for. This is my lunch for today. Uaco nuts. Yay! And I bought some Konatsu water. There are a variety of desserts for sale around here. Hello. Hello. There are lots of giveaways, so please take a look. It’s not exactly the same, but the supermarket had a variety of souvenir items for sale, and they were definitely cheaper here. They also sell this brand of oil. Since the supermarket is cheaper, the market prices are a bit more touristy. After clearing immigration in Tahiti, there’s a duty-free store like this one, and several shops throughout the airport. So if you forgot to buy something, there’s a place to buy a little. This is the duty-free procedure. Put the pink in your mailbox and take the yellow home. I wonder if these airlines have a permanent connection to the Air Tahiti Nui lounge. There’s an open-air atrium like this, and there’s also an open-air restaurant like a bar. While there’s no Starbucks, there’s a small cafe like this . For breakfast, I had salmon on an English muffin and an iced chai latte. I’m now heading to San Francisco on the French Bee.

🇵🇫【完全保存版】タヒチ旅行14日間🌺
Hilton Tahiti滞在＆パペーテ街歩き！
絶景・グルメ・文化を詰め込んだリアルVlog（Tahiti Island）🎬

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✔️ ローカルフード＆マーケットなどグルメ情報🍽️
✔️ タヒチ島一周！絶景＆おすすめスポット🚗
✔️ ローカルが愛するタヒチのリアルな日常🌺
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🌴 English Summary
Join me on a 14-day journey through Tahiti Island 🇵🇫
Discover stunning beaches, Polynesian culture, delicious local food,
and my stay at Hilton Tahiti with beautiful sunsets and markets!
This vlog shows the real Tahiti – calm, colorful, and full of life✨

🌐 please turn on subtitles under ‘cc’ for all languages 🌐

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🕒タイムスタンプ
00:00 オープニング＆旅の概要
01:02 Day1 到着・ヒルトンタヒチホテル紹介🏨
08:54 Day2 パペーテ街歩き・おすすめeSIM
17:36 Day3 レンタカーでタヒチ島東回り（観光地巡り）🚗
31:23 Day4 レンタカーでタヒチ島西回り（夕日絶景ビーチ）🚗
42:29 Day5 ホテル朝食・パペーテ街歩き
48:03 Day6 地元バス挑戦！タヒチ文化とホエールウォッチング🐳
（Day7〜Day12 ボラボラ島は別動画でお届けします🏝️）
01:04:55 Day13 ローカルマーケット・タヒチアンダンスショー💃
01:10:48 Day14 タヒチからアメリカへ✈️

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