Meet Our Staff
Yuhei Tsuchiya (Nickname: Tsucchy)
Nice to meet you! I’m Yuhei Tsuchiya from Itoman Diving Service. During my college years, I went introductory diving in Kerama, Okinawa, and was so captivated by the ocean that I chose to make it my life's work.
As I gained experience working in the diving industry in Okinawa, I discovered Itoman. The more I dove into the waters of Itoman, the more I fell in love with its beauty. With its excellent diving and snorkeling environment, plus easy access from the airport and central Naha, I believe it is the best location for anyone visiting Okinawa.
I opened this service rooted in Itoman to share its wonders with as many people as possible. While famous spots like the Blue Cave and Kerama are wonderful, Itoman is just as spectacular and has its own unique charms.
I can provide sightseeing and restaurant recommendations too, so please come visit us in Itoman! I will do my best to help you create unforgettable memories.
Profile
| Date of Birth | January 26, 1989 |
| Hometown | Born on a small island in Amakusa, Kumamoto; raised in Hiroshima. |
| Qualifications | Licensed Commercial Diver First Aid Specialist (Basic Life Support I) 2nd Class Small Vessel Operator Driver's License World Heritage Test (Grade 3) |
| Hobbies | Diving (and work!) Underwater Photography (Let's take photos together!) Surfing & Skateboarding Parenting (Father of three) |
| Skills | English (TOEIC 800+) Available for English guiding and support! |
| Affiliations | PADI Vice President of Itoman Diving Association |
Career History
| 2013.3 | Graduated from Hiroshima Shudo University, Faculty of Humanities, Department of English Language and Literature. |
| 2013.7 | Joined a marine shop near the Blue Cave in Onna Village. Gained knowledge, experience, and certifications as a snorkeling and diving instructor. |
| 2014.11 | Joined a shipping company. Sailed from Hokkaido to Okinawa as an engineer on a large vessel (499 tons), maintaining the engine room. |
| 2016.6 | Returned to a marine shop in Okinawa and resumed work as an instructor. |
| 2016.10 | Participated in the launch of a diving shop, gaining experience in management and on-site guiding. |
| 2019.1 | Established Itoman Diving Service. |
Shop Overview
| Business Name | Asobi-Manabu (Service Name: Itoman Diving Service) |
|---|---|
| Address |
Itoman, Itoman City, Okinawa 901-0361 (Note: Please contact us in advance if you are shipping diving gear.) |
| Phone | 080-3052-7265 |
| Representative | Yuhei Tsuchiya (Nickname: Tsucchy) |
