Plongée à Izu Peninsula — Japan

Izu Peninsula is Japan's most accessible diving region, just two hours from Tokyo by train, offering over 50 dive sites along a rugged volcanic coastline. The Kuroshio Current delivers warm water and an extraordinary variety of macro subjects that make it a mecca for underwater photographers. Cold-water species in winter and tropical visitors in summer create year-round interest.

Score
67.8
Visibilité
5–25m
Température
14–27°C
Meilleurs mois
June, July, August
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Beginner Friendly
Izu Peninsula
JapanPacific Ocean
67.8

SCORE

34.9000°N

138.9500°E

Izu Peninsula is Japan's most accessible diving region, just two hours from Tokyo by train, offering over 50 dive sites along a rugged volcanic coastline. The Kuroshio Current delivers warm water and an extraordinary variety of macro subjects that make it a mecca for underwater photographers. Cold-water species in winter and tropical visitors in summer create year-round interest.

Tokyo's Macro Photography Playground

Visibility5–25 m
Temperature14–27°C
Max Depth35 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$90
Best MonthsJune, July, August, September
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML72.0CH48.0VIS55.0SV78.0TMP52.0DA68.0OP82.0TS85.0GT88.0VAL70.0CRD48.0SP68.0

Marine Life

72.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
70
Megafauna Encounters
42
Reef Fish Abundance
68
Macro Life
92
Endemic Species
65
Marine Life Diversity
72.0
Coral & Reef Health
48.0
Visibility & Conditions
55.0
Dive Site Variety
78.0
Water Temperature
52.0
Depth & Access
68.0
Operator Quality
82.0
Topside Experience
85.0
Getting There
88.0
Value & Cost
70.0
Crowding
48.0
Social Proof
68.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

onsen hot springsJogasaki coast hikingShuzenji templewasabi farms

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Shuzenji Temple
  • Atami Castle
  • MOA Museum of Art

Non-Diver Score

8/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber15 km — Numazu City Hospital Hyperbaric Unit
Nearest Hospital10 km

Multiple hospitals and hyperbaric facilities in the region; DAN Japan provides 24/7 assistance

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Izu Oceanic Park Diving Center

PADI

4.6
280 reviewsNITROX

Osezaki Dive Center

NAUI

4.5
180 reviews