Plongée à Okinawa — Japan

Okinawa's 200+ coral species, Blue Cave cavern dives, and WWII wrecks make it Japan's dive capital. Summer brings manta rays at Kerama and warm 28°C water, while winter offers hammerhead sharks at the outer islands and humpback whale encounters. The Kerama Islands' stunning visibility regularly exceeds 40m.

Score
68.5
Visibilité
15–40m
Température
21–30°C
Meilleurs mois
June, July, August
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Okinawa
JapanAsia-Pacific
68.5

SCORE

26.3344°N

127.8056°E

Okinawa's 200+ coral species, Blue Cave cavern dives, and WWII wrecks make it Japan's dive capital. Summer brings manta rays at Kerama and warm 28°C water, while winter offers hammerhead sharks at the outer islands and humpback whale encounters. The Kerama Islands' stunning visibility regularly exceeds 40m.

Japan's Tropical Dive Paradise

Visibility15–40 m
Temperature21–30°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$80
Best MonthsJune, July, August, September
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML80.0CH72.0VIS85.0SV51.0TMP58.0DA62.0OP78.0TS64.0GT68.0VAL58.0CRD59.0SP57.0

Marine Life

80.0

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

Species Diversity
100
Megafauna Encounters
56
Reef Fish Abundance
100
Macro Life
60
Endemic Species
70
Marine Life Diversity
80.0
Coral & Reef Health
72.0
Visibility & Conditions
85.0
Dive Site Variety
51.0
Water Temperature
58.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
78.0
Topside Experience
64.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
58.0
Crowding
59.0
Social Proof
57.0

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

Churaumi AquariumShuri CastleKokusai Street shoppingOkinawan soba & taco rice tastingKerama Islands beach day tripkarate dojo visits

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Shuri Castle (UNESCO)
  • Sefa Utaki sacred grove (UNESCO)
  • Okinawa Prefectural Museum

Non-Diver Score

9/10

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

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifevibrant

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber10 km — US Naval Hospital Okinawa / University of the Ryukyus Hospital Chamber
Nearest Hospital5 km

Excellent medical care; multiple chambers available; world-class emergency services

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Reef Encounters

PADI

4.8
190 reviewsNITROX

Blue Cave Diving

PADI

4.7
310 reviewsNITROX

Pink Mermaid Club

SSI

4.6
140 reviews