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Nice to meet you. We operate marine activities on Ishigaki Island, Iriomote Island, and Miyako Island.ADVENTURE PiPiThat's right. The three islands combined...More than 160 peopleWe have staff members on our team.
On this page, we'll focus onThe colorful guides who show visitors around Iriomote IslandLet us introduce our guides! We’ve included information on their years of experience, languages spoken, specialty tours, and actual customer reviews, so please join us knowing exactly who will be guiding you.

— Basic Information About the PiPi Guide Team —

Operating Company ADVENTURE PiPi
Operational Area Ishigaki Island, Iriomote Island, and Miyako Island3 Islands
Number of Employees More than 160 people(total for 3 islands)
English-speaking staff 30 or more people...is on the roster
Total Number of Participants 500,000 peopleBreakthrough
Featured Tours Mangrove SUP,mangrove canoe,Barras Island Snorkeling,Tropical Snorkeling,Canyoning,Sunrise Canoe,Sunset SUP,Starry Sky & Jungle Night Tour
Safety System (Third-Party Certification) From the Okinawa Prefectural Public Safety Commission"Outstanding Marine Recreation Provider for Safety Measures (Maru-Yu)"It is licensed to provide the following services (pleasure boat services and snorkeling guide services; as of November 2025). The licensing rate within Okinawa Prefecture isApprox. 31 TP3T(As of June 2024; according to a survey by the Ryugin Research Institute).
Qualifications Common to All Guides All guides hold either a snorkeling guide certification (PADI Snorkel Guide or OMSB Snorkel Guide) and a rescue certification (PADI EFR, Japanese Red Cross Society Water Safety Rescue Level II, or OMSB Water Rescue) (as of September 2026).
Respect for Nature We limit our observation of wildlife to simply watching it; we do not capture any animals. We also keep the use of lights to a minimum during nighttime tours.
Photos from the tour The guide will take the photos and give you the files for free

— A Guide to Iriomote Island —

Iriomote Island Guide Yusuke Suganuma

Yusuke SuganumaYUSUKE SUGANUMA
— Mr. Suga —
Shima, in charge Iriomote, Ishigaki, and Miyako Islands
Years as a Guide More than 7 years (joined in April 2019)
Supported languages Japanese and English
qualifications PADI Snorkel Guide, PADI Rescue Diver, Class 2 Small Vessel Operator’s License (Specialized Operator’s License), Medium-Sized Vehicle Driver’s License, Taketomi Town Tour Guide, Travel Itinerary Manager
Our Specialty Tours Splash Canyoning/mangrove canoe/Sunset SUP
For People Like This Perfect for families. Also ideal for first-time visitors to Iriomote Island.
To ensure that each and every customer has a good time, tailored to their individual needs.
Iriomote Island Guide: Shotaro Sawauchi

Shotaro SawauchiSHOTARO SAWAUCHI
― Sho-chan ―
Shima, in charge Iriomote Island and Ishigaki Island
Years as a Guide 3 years or more (joined in September 2023)
Supported languages Japanese
qualifications PADI Snorkel Guide
Our Specialty Tours Splash Canyoning/Mangrove SUP/Starry Sky & Subtropical Jungle Night Tour
For People Like This For those who want to experience the unique natural beauty of Iriomote Island. Also perfect for families and couples looking to enjoy the magical scenery.
To deliver experiences that exceed our customers' expectations while ensuring safety.
Iriomote Island Guide Fumiya Matsushita

Fumiya MatsushitaFumiya Matsushita
― Matt-chan ―
Shima, in charge Iriomote Island
Years as a Guide 4 years or more (joined in April 2022)
Supported languages Japanese
qualifications PADI Snorkeling Guide, Class 2 Small Vessel Operator's License, Medium-Sized Vehicle Driver's License
Our Specialty Tours Splash Canyoning/Mangrove SUP/Sunrise Canoe
For People Like This Everyone is welcome. For those who want to experience adventure with all five senses.
We want to surprise our guests. We hope to create a memorable experience for them.
Iriomote Island Guide Shunto Okuno

Shunto OkunoHAYATO OKUNO
― Okkun ―
Shima, in charge Iriomote Island
Supported languages Japanese
qualifications PADI Snorkel Guide
Our Specialty Tours Barras Island Boat Snorkeling/Mangrove SUP/Starry Sky & Subtropical Jungle Night Tour
For People Like This Everyone is welcome. Perfect for those who want to take lots of photos.
Taking photos that will remain cherished memories forever. So that even after you return home, you can look back on them and remember how much fun you had.
Iriomote Island Guide Ayasumi Komase

Ayatsumi KomaseAYATO KOMASE
― Koma-chan ―
Shima, in charge Iriomote Island
Supported languages Japanese
qualifications PADI Snorkel Guide, Class 2 Small Vessel Operator's License
Our Specialty Tours Barras Island Boat Snorkeling/mangrove canoe/Sunset Canoeing
For People Like This For families. For those who want to discover the joy of playing in nature.
Our top priority is safety, and we want you to enjoy nature to the fullest. We want you to discover the joy of playing in nature.
Iriomote Island Guide Kengo Iketani

Kengo IketaniKENGO IKEYA
― Kenken ―
Shima, in charge Iriomote Island
Years as a Guide 4 years or more (joined in April 2022)
Supported languages Japanese
qualifications PADI Snorkel Guide, Class 2 Small Vessel Operator, OMSB Water Rescue Responder
Our Specialty Tours Barras Island Boat Snorkeling/mangrove canoe/Sunset SUP
For People Like This Everyone is welcome. For anyone who wants to experience what it’s like to spend time in nature.
Making sure our customers have a good time. Seeing them enjoy themselves is what makes me happiest.
Iriomote Island Guide Katsugo Ishii

Katsugo IshiiSHOGO ISHII
― Shogo ―
Shima, in charge Iriomote Island
Supported languages Japanese and English
qualifications PADI Snorkel Guide
Our Specialty Tours Barras Island Boat Snorkeling/Mangrove SUP/Starry Sky & Subtropical Jungle Night Tour
For People Like This Families, couples, and individuals are welcome to participate.
Creating memories for our customers. We cherish these experiences precisely because they can’t be found in books or on the web.
Ishigaki Island Guide: Misaki Ichihara

Misaki IchiharaMisaki Ichihara
― Icchi ―
Shima, in charge Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island
Years as a Guide More than 5 years (joined in December 2020)
Supported languages Japanese
qualifications PADI Snorkel Guide, Class 2 Small Vessel Operator's License
Our Specialty Tours [Ishigaki Island] Blue Cave × Phantom Island Snorkeling Package/[Ishigaki Island] Mangrove Canoeing/[Ishigaki Island] Sunset SUP
For People Like This Participation by families and couples.
Let's forget about our daily lives and have some fun. The mangroves you'll see on the canoe tour are truly breathtaking.
Ishigaki Island Guide: Shoma Abe

Shoma AbeShoma Abe
— Abe-chan —
Shima, in charge Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island
Years as a Guide 1 year or more (starting in May 2025)
Supported languages Japanese and English
qualifications PADI Snorkel Guide
Our Specialty Tours [Ishigaki Island] Kabira Bay: Scenic SUP Tour/[Ishigaki Island] Snorkeling at the Blue Cave/[Ishigaki Island] Mangrove SUP Tour
For People Like This For those who want to know "why things are the way they are"—whether it's the terrain, geology, or history—and for those who want to take lots of photos.
I hope you’ll experience the same sense of wonder I felt when I first came to this island.
Ishigaki Island Guide Diego Saito

Diego SaitoDiego Saito
― JD (J.D.) ―
Shima, in charge Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island
Years as a Guide More than 6 years (joined in February 2020)
Supported languages Japanese, Portuguese, English, Spanish
qualifications PADI Snorkel Guide, PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, Class 2 Small Vessel Operator, JFA-Certified Class C Coach, Certified Sommelier
Our Specialty Tours [Ishigaki Island] Visit the "Phantom Island" × Sightseeing on Taketomi Island/[Ishigaki Island] Miyara Mangrove Canoe Tour/[Ishigaki Island] Starry Sky & Subtropical Jungle Night Tour
For People Like This Everyone is welcome. Families with young children can feel confident leaving their children in our care.
This might be the trip of a lifetime. We strive to provide a sense of security and flexibility so you can forget about everything and enjoy yourself to the fullest.
Ishigaki Island Guide: Yuya Tanaka

Tanaka YuyaTanaka Yuya
― Penpen ―
Shima, in charge Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island
Years as a Guide 3 years or more (joined in April 2023)
Supported languages Japanese
qualifications PADI Snorkeling Guide, Medium-Sized Vehicle Driver's License
Our Specialty Tours [Ishigaki Island] Snorkeling at the Blue Cave/[Ishigaki Island] Miyara Mangrove SUP/[Ishigaki Island] Starry Sky & Subtropical Jungle Night Tour
For People Like This Participation by families and couples.
Since you’re taking the time to travel here, we hope you’ll join us in enjoying the beautiful natural scenery of Ishigaki Island.

― Frequently Asked Questions ―

Q.Can you provide information in English or Chinese?

We have more than 30 staff members who can assist you in English. We also have staff who can assist you in Chinese. Please let us know when you make your reservation.

Q.What qualifications do the guides have?

All of our guides hold snorkeling guide and rescue certifications. In addition, PiPi has been designated by the Okinawa Prefectural Public Safety Commission as a “Maru-Yu” provider of marine leisure activities with excellent safety measures.

Q.Are there any guides not listed on this page?

Yes. PiPi has over 160 staff members across its three islands, and we are gradually adding guides to the guide introduction page.

If you find a guide that interests you,

Click here for a list of tours and to make a reservation

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