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
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
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
72.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Dive Types
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
Nearby Cultural Sites
- Shuzenji Temple
- Atami Castle
- MOA Museum of Art
Non-Diver Score
Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.
Safety & Emergency
Multiple hospitals and hyperbaric facilities in the region; DAN Japan provides 24/7 assistance
Top Operators
Izu Oceanic Park Diving Center
PADI
Osezaki Dive Center
NAUI