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Iriomote Island

Hobbies: dancing (salsa and bachata)

Skill: dancing (salsa and bachata)

A passionate heart and thoughtful kindness he never forgets!

Mu-san from Kyushu, the most easily moved man on Iriomote!!

His smile and expressive eyes keep winning fans!

He even went to New York for dance!

He is passionate about everything, though alcohol seems to be his weakness...

An entertainer guide who makes everyone smile!

• OMSB Water Rescue Personnel

The powerful waterfall and trekking through great nature are both exceptional.

Everyone, follow me!

Iriomote, Ishigaki, and Miyako Islands

Hobbies: weight training, fishing, watching soccer

Skill: weight training

I will do my very best to help guests make the best memories, even in limited time!

• OMSB Water Rescue Personnel
• EFR

[Full Day] Perfect river adventure in a World Heritage area! Mangrove SUP/canoe & canyoning

Canyoning is probably something you can only do on Iriomote in the Yaeyama area.

If you have come to Iriomote Island, I really want you to try it!

Iriomote Island and Ishigaki Island

Hobbies: surfing and reading

Skill: surfing

I am from Osaka!

I love living creatures and nature!

• OMSB Water Rescue Personnel

This tour lets you enjoy the best of greenery, mountains, waterfalls, rivers, and the sea.

You are sure to feel the charm of each one.

Iriomote, Ishigaki, and Miyako Islands

Hobbies: sea kayaking, exploring, insect hunting, mountain biking, and researching Yaeyama, especially Iriomote Island
Skills: freediving and catching habu snakes

It has been ?? years since I first came to the Yaeyama Islands.

I hope guests can feel the same emotion that changed my life back then.

On tours, I support guests in experiencing something out of the ordinary, from light walks to hard adventures.

• Japanese Red Cross Water Safety Rescue Personnel
• Yaeyama SUP Association Certified Instructor Guide
• Class 1 Small Boat Operator
• Nature Observation Instructor, Nature Conservation Society of Japan

Choose this if you are unsure! Two classic activities in unexplored Iriomote Island

I hope guests can feel even a little of Yaeyama's charm through SUP, canoeing, and snorkeling.

Iriomote Island

Hobbies: skateboarding, fishing, bass, and dance

Skill: skateboarding

Nice to meet you, I'm Matchan!

I will deliver tours full of smiles and love!

• OMSB Water Rescue Personnel
• Medium vehicle license

[Half Day] An Iriomote Island classic! Adventure through a World Heritage mangrove forest by canoe!

Let's trek together through a jungle you would never experience in everyday life!

It is an amazing tour that will stir your inner child!

Iriomote Island

Hobbies: diving, snorkeling, henna tattoos, and English conversation

Skill: singing

No one beats my curiosity for nature.

My curiosity about living creatures is especially outstanding!

I live with the goal of becoming someone who can protect wild plants and animals.

If you want to know the fun and charm of nature,

let's talk together on a tour!

• OMSB Water Rescue Personnel

[Full Day] Pick this if you are unsure! Two classic tours: Mangrove SUP/Canoe & Barasu Island Snorkeling

A classic plan for enjoying Iriomote Island!

Recommended because even beginners can enjoy this tour!

Iriomote Island

Hobbies: watching soccer (Nagoya Grampus and Manchester United) and saunas

Skill: cheering for soccer

I'm a bearded guy from Aichi!

• OMSB Water Rescue Personnel
• Class 2 small boat license
• Medium vehicle license

[Full Day] Adventure! Sangara Falls SUP or canoe and snorkeling at the miracle island, Barasu Island

Spectacular Iriomote-only scenery times spectacular Iriomote-only scenery

You are sure to be moved by the power and beauty of nature!

Iriomote Island

Hobby: talking with people

Skill: playing in nature

I will guide you through Iriomote Island, which I have come to love,

with all my energy through the tour.

Let's enjoy it together!

• OMSB Water Rescue Personnel

[Half Day] Swim with sea turtles at the miraculous island! Barasu Island boat snorkeling

Barasu Island is so beautiful that it is called the miracle island!

I'll take lots of stylish photos for you!

Iriomote Island

Hobby: singing

Skill: surfing

I'm from Wakayama and I love surfing.

Nice to meet you!

• PADI Snorkel Guide

[Dusk] Wrapped in a crimson sunset... hidden spot & sunset SUP

You are sure to fall in love with a tropical sunset!

I will take you on a moving journey that makes you forget time.

Iriomote Island

Hobby: people watching

Skill: moving from the core

I do what I love until I am fully satisfied!

I like new things, thrilling things, and talking with people,

and when it comes to determination, I won't lose to anyone!

• PADI Snorkel Guide

[Full Day] Perfect river adventure in a World Heritage area! Mangrove SUP/canoe & canyoning

Thrilling canyoning and versatile SUP

are perfect for people who love moving their bodies!

Let's enjoy it together!

Iriomote Island

Hobby: watching international soccer

Skill: singing

Together with Iriomote's scenery, I aim to make this the best trip of your life!

Nice to meet you!

• PADI Snorkel Guide

[Full Day] Great-value sightseeing and activity set! Yubu Island sightseeing & mangrove SUP/canoe

After enjoying SUP/canoeing, head to Yubu Island sightseeing!

Enjoy the best of Yaeyama while swaying on a water buffalo cart!

Iriomote Island

Hobbies: photography and cameras (I often go out to shoot Iriomote's starry skies and scenery!)

Skill: photography

I came from Mie Prefecture!

Let's enjoy Iriomote Island, surrounded by great nature, together!

• OMSB Water Rescue Personnel

[Half Day] An Iriomote Island classic! Adventure through a World Heritage mangrove forest by canoe!

The classic tour that lets you feel the best of Iriomote Island is the true champion.

You can feel the energy of great nature!

Iriomote Island and Miyako Island

Hobbies: reading and movies

Skill: kendama

I used to work as a hairdresser!

I'm Yuma from Hokkaido.

Leave Iriomote Island, Miyako Island, and hair consultations to me!

• PADI Snorkel Guide

After being surrounded by a powerful waterfall and refreshing negative ions,

this is the perfect tour for enjoying tropical scenery!

Iriomote Island and Miyako Island

Hobbies: drawing and meditation

Skills: cooking and soccer

I'm Bandy with the bandana!

Let's enjoy ourselves together in the great nature of Iriomote Island!

I will do my best to help create wonderful memories!

• PADI Snorkel Guide

You can fully enjoy two islands that can only be reached from Iriomote Island!

This tour lets you feel the charm of Okinawa through tropical plants and coral.

Infectious diseases, clinical microbiology, and infection control

Development of diagnostic and treatment methods for infectious diseases based on analysis of bacterial and fungal virulence factors, molecular mechanisms of drug resistance, and escape mechanisms of intracellular parasitic bacteria; development of vaccines against pathogenic bacteria; and development of methods to prevent the spread of pathogenic microorganisms within medical institutions.

• Physician, PhD in Medicine (Nagoya University)
• Japan Medical Association Certified Occupational Physician
• Japan Medical Association Certified Health Sports Physician
• Japan Sport Association Certified Sports Doctor
• Japan ACLS Association ACLS provider
• Japanese Society of Travel and Health Certified Medical Professional
• Infection Control Doctor