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Participation without masks is OK! Efforts to prevent the spread of new coronavirus infection (COVID-19)
Infection Prevention Measures Effective March 2023 and Beyond
Starting in March 2023, ADVENTURE PiPi on Ishigaki Island will require the wearing of masks “Optional"We will change this to [...], and implement flexible infection prevention measures!"
A special trip, special memories, and photos without masks.
No Mask on Ishigaki IslandPiPi is the only place where you can have fun stress-free!
We continue to implement infection prevention measures other than mask-wearing, so please feel free to join us!
*This article was originally published on May 3, 2020, but since we resumed operations on May 14, 2020, we have revised some of the content and republished it.
In accordance with the state of emergency declared in response to the spread of the novel coronavirus, PiPi on Iriomote Island is currently temporarily closed.
To help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, PiPi on Ishigaki Island voluntarily suspended operations until May 13, 2020, but following the lifting of the state of emergency, we have now resumed business.
We pray for the swiftest possible recovery of those who have contracted the novel coronavirus.
Now, at PiPi...In Preparation for the Resumption of Operations (Date to Be Determined)To ensure that our guests can enjoy the tour with peace of mind,Our Advisor PhysiciansUnder their supervision, we are making preparations to prevent infectious diseases as much as possible.
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Staff Initiatives
- ・Our staff members conduct self-checks of their health before coming to work and strive to thoroughly manage their health.
- ・As always,Spaces Considered "Crowded"*We are refraining from staying there.
- ・We practice cough etiquette as a matter of courtesy.
- ・During the current COVID-19 pandemic, staff members who are experiencing physical or mental health concerns will not be required to push themselves to work on tours.
*The term “crowded” spaces refers to extended dining or drinking gatherings at restaurants and bars that are bustling with people (especially those frequented by tourists).
Health Checkup
Before coming to work, staff members mustEither A or BOrBothIf any of the following conditions apply, you will be suspended from work.
A.A fever of 37.5°C or higher...exists
B. Among the following items ① through ⑦,Two or more itemsapplies to
We also ask our guests to cooperate with a similar health check before the tour begins, andEither A or BOrBothIf this applies to your situation,We are very sorry, but we must decline your request to participate in the tour.
Measures for Student Transportation
- ・Before the pickup, we ask all guests to complete the same health check as the guide.
- ・Inside the car*Alcohol-based hand sanitizerWe have provided hand sanitizer, so please help us maintain hand hygiene.
- ・We try to ventilate the vehicle as much as possible, but to prevent the spread of droplets, please try toWearing a MaskWe would appreciate it if you could do this. Also,Eating and Drinking While DrivingWe ask for your cooperation in refraining from doing so.
- ・Directions to the tour departure location, including hotel shuttle serviceCustomers are to meet at the location on their ownYou can also change it to .
*Due to the spread of the novel coronavirus, there continues to be a shortage of disinfectant products on Ishigaki Island. Therefore, PiPi is offering, as an alternative, 77-proof awamori produced by local Ishigaki Island distillers “Seifuku Shuzo” and “Yaesen Shuzo.” These products contain an alcohol content equivalent to the disinfectant alcohol currently in short supply and can be used as alternatives to disinfectant ethanol for hand sanitization.
Initiatives During the Tour
- ・We ask that you use only shared equipment that has been disinfected with rubbing alcohol or sodium hypochlorite solution after each use.
- ・For tours where it is difficult to wear a mask,Social Distancing*We strive to provide guidance while taking these factors fully into consideration. We ask that our guests also be considerate.
*Social distancing guidelines as of now are1 meter or moreThat's right. When interacting with others at a distance of less than 1 meter without a mask, the risk of infection is lower if you keep the interaction brief—no more than a few minutes—so please prioritize social distancing in situations where you cannot wear a mask. Additionally,Since housemates are already considered close contacts, such considerations are unnecessary (e.g., among members of the same household).
We sincerely hope that urban and economic functions will return to normal, and that the time will come again when everyone can enjoy sightseeing in Okinawa and its outlying islands with peace of mind.
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