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Go Diving in Japan
One country. Countless underwater worlds.
From icy drift dives in Hokkaido to coral gardens in Okinawa, Japan offers an extraordinary range of underwater experiences — all within one country. Explore ancient shipwrecks, swim alongside curious sea turtles, or marvel at rare macro creatures. Each season brings a different adventure, making Japan a year-round diving destination like no other.
Unique Experience in Japan
Top Dive Destinations in Japan
Explore the unique underwater charm of each region.
Okinawa
Okinawa is home to some of Japan’s most stunning underwater scenery — crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and an incredible variety of tropical marine life.
With warm water year-round and excellent visibility, it’s a perfect destination for divers of all levels. From relaxed beach dives to drift dives over coral walls, Okinawa offers something for everyone.
You’ll encounter colorful reef fish, sea turtles, and even schools of batfish, all set against a backdrop of healthy coral gardens.
Add in the laid-back island lifestyle, delicious local cuisine, and easy access to multiple dive sites across different islands — and you’ve got the ultimate diving getaway.
Izu Peninsula
The Izu Peninsula offers one of Japan’s most dynamic diving experiences — all within easy reach of Tokyo.
In fact, many dive sites are just 2–3 hours away, making Izu a perfect option for day trips or short getaways that combine diving with sightseeing.
From the thrilling hammerhead shark dives to calm coastal spots ideal for macro photography, Izu is a true hidden gem.
This region enjoys a unique marine ecosystem shaped by both warm and cold ocean currents, supporting an incredible range of life — from colorful nudibranchs to pelagic giants.
On clear days, Mt. Fuji rises in full view just beyond the water — a rare sight that connects Japan’s iconic landscape with the underwater world.
Kii Peninsula
Easily accessible from Osaka, the Kii Peninsula offers a unique opportunity to dive Japan’s rich coastal waters — even as a day trip.
Thanks to the warm Kuroshio Current flowing along its southern coast, the peninsula’s western and southern shores are home to vibrant table corals and tropical marine life, creating a distinctly “southern island” feel.
In contrast, the eastern side features cooler waters with colorful soft corals and temperate marine ecosystems, offering a completely different underwater landscape — all within the same region.
With scenic coastlines, varied marine environments, and convenient access from major cities, the Kii Peninsula is a hidden gem for divers looking to explore Japan off the beaten path.
More Diving Regions in Japan
Dive Shops in Japan
Aqua Cat Horomui Diving
266 Horobui, Shakotan-cho, Shakotan-gun, Hokkaido
https://www.aquacat.co.jp/
Scuba Diving School Lana
5-1, 1-chome, Hachiken 3-jo Nishi, Nishi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 063-0843
https://diving-lana.jp/
Michinoku Diving Rias
40-2, Koshiki-Aza-Fumine, Sanriku-cho, Ofunato, Iwate
http://kuma130kg.com/
TOKYO KOKUSAI SENSUI CLUB
636-3 Ogamimiya, Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture
https://www.dstokyodiving.com/
Papa's Diving Studio
Okumura, Chichijima, Ogasawara-mura, Tokyo
http://papasds.com/
Yellow Dive
210-6 Aza Mizutame, Motomachi, Oshima-cho, Tokyo
http://www.yellow-dive.com/
Dive Navi Scuba Academy
Toshima-ku Minami-Ikebukuro 2-30-5-3F, Tokyo
https://www.divenavi.com/dsa/english.html
AQUAVIT Izu Oshima
1-92 Kitano, Motomachi, Oshima-machi, Tokyo 100-0101
https://www.aquavit-web.com/
Hisaichi Divers Club
7914-1 Ohgago, Hachijo-machi, Hachijo-jima, Tokyo
100-1401
https://www.hisaichi.jp/
Diving Project JIC
Casa Uchino 208, 1168-1 Ichigao-cho, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture 225-0024
http://jic-diving.com/
Namidea Yokohama
2F-A Araianse kannai bldg, 3-21, Tokiwa-cho,Naka-ku, Yokohama 231-0014
https://namidea.com/lp-en/
Hokule'a Shonan
1F M Miyashiro Kaikan, 9-26 Daikan-cho, Hiratsuka-shi, Kanagawa
https://hokulea-shonan.com/
Motosuko Dive Resort
111 Motosu, Fujikawaguchikocho, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi
http://motosukodiving.com/
Marine House Lei Aloha
13-41,Minami-Honmachi,Mishima,Shizuoka
https://www.marinhouse-leialoha.com/
Inatori Marine Sports Center
1965-6 Inatori,Higashi Izu Cho,Kamogun, Shizuoka
https://i-mc.co.jp/
Mikomoto Hammers
353-6 Minami-Izu-machi Minato, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka-ken
https://www.mikomoto.com/
Peaceful
1F Sankyu Mansion, 3-1-1 Yokowari, Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture
https://peaceful-ds.com/
Shimoda Mikomoto Divers
233 Minato, Minamiizu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka -1
http://www.shimodadivers.com/
Diving Shop Abaro
2-5-8 Uehara, Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture 424-0871
https://diving-abaro.com/
Diving School Io Ikeda
3-1-108 Sugawaracho, Ikedashi, Osaka Japan.
http://www.coralsystems.co.jp/ikeda/
Diving School io Esaka
1F Uchida Royal Heights, 1-43 Toyotsu-cho, Suita City, Osaka Prefecture
https://www.d-io.jp/
Blue Life
1F Akazawa Bldg. 1332-13 Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun, Wakayama-ken
https://www.diving-bluelife.com/
Everblue Yakushima
2351-47 Miyanoura, Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima 891-4205
https://yakushima-diving.com/
Marine House SeaSir Aka Island
Aka 162, Zamami Village, Shimajiri-gun
http://www.seasir.com/aka/
Marine House SeaSir Naha Store
2-3-13 Minatocho, Naha City
https://www.seasir.com/naha/
Diver`s 7
2288-247 Nakama, Onna-mura, Kunigami-gun Villa Patio 1F
https://divers7okinawa.com/
Bonz. Okinawa Diving Center
Okinawa, Naha, Akebono, 1 Chome−18−31
https://bonz-okinawa.com/
Honu Honu Divers
3 Chome-4-15 Wakasa, Naha, Okinawa 900-0031
http://www.hhdivers.com
Okinawa Diving Service Lagoon
339 Onna, Kunigami District, Okinawa 904-0411
https://www.lagoon-diving.com/
DeepSea Diving Center
529 Xiaoroku, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
https://www.deepsea-okinawa.com/#
Dive In Okinawa
2 Chome-18-1 Tsuboya, Naha, Okinawa 902-0065
https://www.diveinokinawa.com/
Irabujima Marine Center
765-1 Irabu, Irabu, Miyakojima-shi, Miyako
https://imcdiving.com/
Irabu Reef
Irabu, Miyako-jima-shi, Okinawa 1F Hotel South Island Irabu, 1493-1 Irabu
http://www.reefmiyako.com/
Yaeyama Diving Service Field
〒907-0011 1-14 Yashima-cho, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture (Inside Yashima Ferry Terminal)
https://ishigaki-diving-field.com/
NOVA DIVE Ishigaki
165-2 Tonojo, Ishigaki-shi Honmura Apartment 1F
https://novadiveishigaki.com/
Tom Sawyer Marine Shop
2-41 Tonoshiro, Ishigaki, Okinawa
https://ishigaki-tomsawyer.jp/
TOKYO KOKUSAI SENSUI CLUB
636-3 Ogamimiya, Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture
https://www.dstokyodiving.com/
Hokule`a Shonan
1F M Miyashiro Kaikan, 9-26 Daikan-cho, Hiratsuka-shi, Kanagawa
https://hokulea-shonan.com/
Marine House Lei Aloha
13-41 Minamihoncho, Mishima City
https://www.marinhouse-leialoha.com/
Inatori Marine Sports Center
1965-6 Inatori, Higashiizu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 413-0411
https://i-mc.co.jp/
Heichao Dive
904-0412, Okinawa, 158-2 Tancha Onnason, Kunigamigun
https://heichaodivelicense.com/
DeepSea Diving Center
529 Koroku, Naha City Room 101
https://www.deepsea-okinawa.com/
Hokule`a Shonan
1F M Miyashiro Kaikan, 9-26 Daikan-cho, Hiratsuka-shi, Kanagawa
https://hokulea-shonan.com/
Inatori Marine Sports Center
1965-6 Inatori, Higashiizu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture
https://i-mc.co.jp/
Diving Shop Abaro
2-5-8 Uehara, Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka
https://diving-abaro.com/
Marine House Sea Sir
2-3-13 Minatomachi, Naha, Okinawa
http://www.seasir.com/naha/
DIVE in Okinawa
2-18-1 Tsuboya, Naha-shi Tsuboya Store 101, Okinawa
http://diveinokinawa.com/
Hong Star Dive
2-81 Miyagi, Chatan-cho, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa
http://www.hongstardive.com/
Yaeyama Diving Service Field
907-0011 1-14 Yashima-cho, Ishigaki CIty, Okinawa Prefecture (Inside Yashima Ferry Terminal)
https://ishigaki-diving-field.com/
More Information
Planning your dive trip to Japan?
Check out our FAQs below to help plan your underwater adventure.
You can enjoy scuba diving in Japan all year round, with each season offering something unique depending on the location. In summer, the water is warm and ideal for diving in a wetsuit, making it a great time for beginners and casual divers. As autumn arrives, visibility improves—especially around mainland Japan—and tropical fish from Okinawa migrate northward on the Kuroshio Current, creating vibrant underwater scenes. Winter is known for its exceptional water clarity, perfect for underwater photography and advanced divers. In spring, you can witness the beginnings of new marine life, as many creatures enter breeding season, adding a sense of renewal and wonder to your dives.
Japan’s waters are home to an incredible variety of marine life. You might encounter manta rays and sea turtles in Okinawa, hammerhead sharks in Izu, and a wide range of rare macro creatures like nudibranchs, frogfish, and seahorses. Japan is also home to several endemic species that can’t be found anywhere else, making each dive a unique experience for wildlife enthusiasts.
Advance booking is strongly recommended, especially during peak seasons (summer and holidays). Some remote or popular sites (like Mikomoto or Okinawa's Kerama Islands) fill up quickly.
Yes. Most dive shops offer full rental gear, but sizes may be limited, especially for larger wetsuits or fins. If you have specific fit needs, consider bringing your own.
Japan has an excellent public transportation system. The Japan Rail (JR) network connects major cities, and local trains or buses reach most dive areas. For remote sites, renting a car or booking transportation through a dive shop is recommended.
Here are a few practical things to know when planning your dive trip to Japan:
Currency: The currency used in Japan is the Japanese Yen (JPY). Credit cards are accepted in most dive shops, but cash is still commonly used.
Electricity & Plugs: Japan uses 100V electricity with Type A plug.
Language: Japanese is the official language. English is spoken in many tourist areas, but not everywhere. Translation apps can be helpful when traveling outside of major cities.
Phone & Internet: Prepaid SIM cards and portable Wi-Fi devices are widely available at airports and online. Japan has excellent mobile coverage in most dive areas.
Time Zone: Japan is in the Japan Standard Time (JST) zone, which is UTC +9. There is no daylight saving time.