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Crystal-clear waters and mild subtropical climate
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- Okinawa is a popular for diving, thanks to its crystal-clear waters and mild subtropical climate. In addition, the chain of islands is located along several major underwater currents that bring migratory species that come to these waters to breed.
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Discover what makes Okinawa such a captivating diving destination. The waters around Okinawa support around 200 of the world’s 800 species of coral. They are a paradise for sea life, rich in nutrients, and fed by the warm Kuroshio current.
- 1 The Yonaguni Monument
- 2 Yonaguni’S Dramatic Underwater Seascapes
- 3 Kerama Islands’ Stunning Coral Reefs
- 4 Kuba West and Triple Stones Dive Sites
- 5 The Food – Wow – OH and The Beer and Sake Too
- 6 The Culture and History
- 7 WWII History
- 8 The People
- 9 The Climate – Especially The Water Temperature
- 10 Hammertime… and Other Megafauna
This is the reason most divers visit Okinawa, to visit the mystical underwater ruins– the so-called “Underwater Macchu Pichu”, to see this spectacle for themselves and determine if it’s man-made or natural. I...
Yonaguniis about as remote from central Japan as you can get – it’s westernmost point – on a clear day you can see Taiwan. It’s a rocky outcrop surrounded by high cliffs, a couple of harbours and remote beaches. Close to shore there are countless caves, swim-throughs and gullies to explore, and on the fringing reef, some incredible coral formations...
The Kerama Islandsare closer to the main island of Okinawa, accessible by ferry and high-speed boat from the capital Naha – less than 2 hours away. On the islands, you’ll find pretty little Japanese seaside villages and it’s almost like stepping back in time. On Aka Island, where we stayed, there is a wide range of accommodation available – all gue...
These Kerama Islands’ dive sites get special mention because they are, well SPECIAL. Triple Stonesis (as the name would suggest) three large coral bommies scattered on a sandy bottom that is absolutely teeming with life. Pretty soft corals, huge schools of juvenile fish and in the nooks and crannies of these cleaning stations you can watch cleaner ...
The food all over Japan is fantastic – forget your preconceptions about Japanese food – it is not all about sushi. The variety is amazing, everything from udon, ramen or soba noodle dishes and shabu-shabu steamboats to fried katsu and karaage chicken and pork to teriyaki and teppanyaki wagyu beef. And Okinawa beef rivals wagyu for flavour and tende...
Okinawa has a fascinating history and a culture that is quite different to mainland Japan. Until 1609 in fact, it was a separate empire, Ryuku, a title granted not by the Japanese emperor, but the Chinese emperor of the time. It remained an important trading port connecting China and Japan with the kingdoms of Southeast Asia, right through Shogun r...
Quite distinct from Okinawa’s cultural history is the role the prefecture played during WWII. The main island of Okinawa was scene to one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific Arena, in which over half the civilian population was killed including every male over the age of 18 years. You can learn much about this with a visit to the former Japanes...
Okinawans (like most Japanese) are among the friendliest you’ll meet anywhere on the planet, with by far the best manners. While English is not widely spoken, they’ll do their best to understand you and help you find your way. They also live longer than anyone else in the world, with the title of highest longevity going to historic Ogimi Village in...
It is Japan’s ‘Tropics’ after all, so expect it to be warm most months of the year. The only time it dips below 20°C is in January and February, and the water, thanks to a warm current flowing up from the Philippines, ensures year-round diving in boardies or short wetsuit. When we dived there in November, the water was 29°C – theoretically we could...
Yonaguni Island is also famous for the local aggregation of hammerhead sharks, which can be seen on an almost daily basis between September and May. Other mega fauna you can expect to see in Okinawa includes turtles, manta rays and (if you’re really lucky), whale sharks. The island of Ishigaki is the place to go to see manta rays, where you’ll find...
What you can see. Experience diving in Okinawa! Manta rays are frequently seen around Ishigaki island throughout the year. A beautiful coral reef in Iriomote island. Miyako island is famous for its cavern dive sites. Enjoy whale watching in the winter!
Jul 6, 2018 · My top 5 dive sites in Okinawa Island. #1 – Dream Hole, Cape Manza. #2 – Tokashiki Island, Kerama National Park. #3 – Zamami Island, Kerama National Park. #4 – USS Emmons shipwreck, Kouri Island. #5 – The Blue Cave, Cape Maeda. Scuba diving in Okinawa from the city of Naha. Top things to do in Naha.
Diving in Okinawa, Japan offers you so much beauty in its crystal clear waters. Okinawa offers you a multitude of different diving spots where you'll find manta rays, whales, sea turtles and more than 200 species of coral!
Jul 19, 2020 · Okinawa is slowly making a name for itself on the top scuba diving destinations in the world on the international scene. However, the details about where to go diving and travel around the islands remain unknown to most visitors and scuba divers outside Japan.
Jul 3, 2019 · Home of the capital of the Prefecture, Naha, the island is the natural gate for scuba divers exploring dive sites of Okinawa for the first time. Of all the dives sites I tried in Okinawa Island, the ones around Cape Manzamo on the west coast were by far my favourites.
