TAKAYASU　HOSHIHARA[Nickname: Yassan]
I was born in Tokyo and graduated from the Biological Oceanography program of Florida Institute of Technology. I encountered the Maasai people on the continent of Africa when sailing around the world and was greatly touched by their lifestyle of dealing with nature face-to-face.
The idea that human beings are also animals came to my mind and I started to seek a way of life that is harmonious with nature. I moved to Okinawa since graduation and worked as a dolphin trainer, diving instructor and nature guide.
During this process, I learned that it is important to get the general public acquainted with the wonders of nature, so I established the dive shop using the experience I had accumulated, hoping that more tourists would return home thinking that their trips have been rewarding and worthwhile.
I have taught Marine Environment in the capacity of a part-time college lecturer in Okinawa. As the ocean teacher at primary schools, nursery schools and English cram schools, I have actively participated in marine environmental education activities. In addition, I have written theses, throwing myself every day into the research activities of marine environment education!
Published in the Memoirs of Study in Aquatic and Marine Environmental Education in 2013

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AYA　HOSHIHARA[Nickname: Hirari]
Born in Tokyo, I fulfilled my dream of becoming a kindergarten teacher after graduating from the childhood education department in Aoyama Gakuin Women’s Junior College.
As a teacher, I am even more energetic than the children. I once got all muddy while having fun in nature. I am extremely happy to be able to make full use of the wild camping experience I accumulated as a volunteer in my student days, and spend wonderful time in nature with children who are visiting Okinawa. Come visit Okinawa and experience things that cannot be found in the city. Let’s create beautiful memories together!
Take an afternoon nap with the kids, enjoy the sea breeze and take a leisurely walk. Have a good time in Okinawa! I have obtained the certification of “Children’s Naturalist” and am continuing to pursue my studies of nature and environment.

•2 licenses for nursery teachers
•Babysitter
•Rich experience in wild camping
•Children’s Naturalist

MIRI　HOSHIHARA[Nickname: Managing Director]
I was born in Tokyo in March, 2008 and grew up in Okinawa.
I was promoted to the position of sales director in April, 2012. I participate in the childcare service only on weekends. I am kind to children, but have always been shy with adults, a trait that I have tried to change to no avail. Recently, I started learning how to sort out equipment.

•Snorkeling master (I snorkel even at night)
•The only one in my family who speaks the local dialect (Okinawa accent)
•A chatterbox

HARUKI　HOSHIHARA[Nickname: Sales Director]
I was born in Okinawa in March, 2012.
I was directly designated as sales director. Since I was young, I was greatly influenced by my elder sister. Being amiable is my saving grace! Please look forward to my job performance in the future!
•A crybaby
•Always smiling
•Agile and strong
•Hercules

YURI ASAHI[Nickname: Yuri-chan]
2013 PADI Instructor
I was born in Aichi Prefecture and graduated from Fisheries High School. I possess the sweetest smile and top-rated reliability. I have been captivated by the sea since a trip to Okinawa with my family during junior high school. I thought to myself then that I would like a job that is related to the sea in the future and later moved to Okinawa. I never forget to have a good time with tourists every day. With an adventurous spirit, I look for new discoveries everywhere and await everyone’s arrival with a big smile at all times. I also love children! Come and make friends with me. Let us create beautiful memories together!

•Nature Experience Guide (JEFF)
•EFR Rescue Instructor (PADI)
•Japanese Government Certified Divers
•Ship steering license
•DAN Oxygen Instructor (DAN JAPAN)
•Snorkel Instructor (CMAS)

YUTA FUJIWARA【Nickname:YUU】
2018 CMAS Instructor
From Hiroshima and with a grandfather who is a fisherman. Worked as a chef before and then moved to Okinawa. Can cook fish like a master. He is very popular with children and parents because he looks like Maui (the character from Disney film “Moana”). We hope to convey our love for the ocean and the charm of nature. We do our best every day to bring joy to everyone. Join us to enjoy the ocean.

・Nature experience instructor (JEFF)
・Rescue coach (CMAS)
・Diver (National license)
・Oxygen supply instructor (DAN)
・Divemaster (PADI)
・Snorkeling instructor (CMAS)
・Scuba diving instructors certified by Japan Sports Association

RIE TERANISHI【Nickname:RIE】
2018 CMAS Instructor
From Nagoya, Aichi with a love for ocean creatures. She studied ocean biology in an Australian university and then moved to Okinawa. The leading expert of facts and nuances of the creatures. She is also fluent in English, making her very popular with foreign tourists. With a hardworking attitude, she fully applies her experience and effort in her beloved ocean! Come and meet the lovely Ms. Rie and experience the wonder of the sea creatures!

・Nature experience instructor (JEFF)
・Rescue coach (CMAS)
・Diver (National license)
・Oxygen supply instructor (DAN)
・Divemaster (PADI)
・Snorkeling instructor (CMAS)
・Scuba diving instructors certified by Japan Sports Association

KOKI YOSHIMURA【Nickname:EBI】
2019　CMAS diving instructor
Born in Tokunoshima, Kagoshima. After graduating, he took the job as an accountant. ” I want to do a more dynamitic job!” then moved to Okinawa. Easy-going and gentle No.1! who always works hard and having brisk smile. Loves travelling and wish to travel around the world. Always working hard for first-timer or who has a fright of the ocean, to make everyone come back from the sea with smile. Please come and meet Ebi’s smile!

・Nature Experience instructor（JEFF）
・Rescue Instructor（CMAS）
・National Diver（Japan National qualification）
・DAN oxygen provider instructor （DAN　JAPAN）
・Dive Master(PADI)
・Snorkel Instructor(CMAS)

TAISUKE ICHINOSEKI【Nickname:TAI】
2020 CMAS diving instructor
Grown up in Hokkaido, born in Awamori. The experience of working as Japanese self-defense force, he’s not gonna lose on weight training! Loves-to-train No.1! Ex-baseballer who loves to body-moving work. If you’re interested in body-training, please appoint Tai! Being a bit shy but gentle, he is always keeping mind on bring joy and fun to everyone attending the tour. The silicone band selling in our shop is Tai’s design, please have a look!

・Nature Experience instructor（JEFF）
・Rescue Instructor（CMAS）
・National Diver（Japan National qualification）
・DAN oxygen provider instructor （DAN　JAPAN）
・Dive Master(PADI)
・Snorkel Instructor(CMAS)

RISA ITAKURA【Nickname:RITSU】
2020 CMAS diving instructor
Born in Aichi. She left the job of kinder-garden and move to Okinawa which has the sea she loves deep. On day-offs she goes to beaches around.
Let’s go to the beach with most high-tension’s Risa! You must will have a great time laughing all the time. You can also ask Risa for her private beach list! Big welcome to family with kids or vigorous young girls!

・Nature Experience instructor（JEFF）
・Rescue Instructor（CMAS）
・National Diver（Japan National qualification）
・DAN oxygen provider instructor （DAN　JAPAN）
・Dive Master(PADI)
・Snorkel Instructor(CMAS)
・Kinder-garden teacher

FANG YU HU【Nickname:NANA】
2020 CMAS diving instructor
Born in Taiwan. Nana has the most bright smile and energy in our shop!She speaks English, Chinese and Japanese, very easy to get along with. She is mainly taking on Foreigner’s tour, but if she is doing pick-up, please speak a lot of Japanese to her! She studies ocean biology and environment a lot, knowing many trivia of the sea! The postcards selling in our shop is also from her, please have a look!

・Nature Experience instructor（JEFF）
・Rescue Instructor（CMAS）
・National Diver（Japan National qualification）
・DAN oxygen provider instructor （DAN　JAPAN）
・Dive Master(PADI)
・Snorkel Instructor(CMAS)

TOMOYOSHI SHINZATO【Captain】
The captain of “Hanoka”. Natural blue member’s only “Uchinannchu”(Okinawa born people). He is the captain, he also look after our boss Ya-san when he’s working at hotel Renaissance. He’s having great skill on driving boat. Captain who speaks Okinawa dialect ( who wouldn’t stop easily, lol) He might be looking rough but is extremely gentle with ladies!

・Fisrt Class Small Ship Operator
・PADI Rescue Diver
・Japan Coast Guard Safety Instructor