Buddha Coral

This dive site, known as Buddha Coral or Daibutsu Coral, is located near Amami Oshima, Japan. It is famous for a colossal common coral formation, measuring 20 meters in diameter and 7 meters high, which strikingly resembles the head of a giant Buddha, inspiring its name. Divers typically navigate around this magnificent coral structure, which is the main attraction and easy to locate. Access is by a 15-minute boat ride. The surrounding area features white sandy soil where a variety of marine life thrives. Divers can expect to see colorful flounder, butterflyfish, snappers, lionfish, scorpionfish, spotted angelfish, and yellow-eyed clams. The sandy areas are home to fine-tailed dingbats and garden eels, adding to the diversity of smaller creatures. This site is particularly welcoming for beginners due to its shallow depths and calm conditions. Spring offers the unique opportunity to observe catfishes laying eggs. With its impressive coral and diverse small marine life, it is suitable for both scuba divers and freedivers seeking an enjoyable and visually rich underwater experience.