Hirasawa

This dive site, Hirasawa, located in Numazu, Shizuoka, Japan, is celebrated for its consistently calm seas, making it an ideal destination for divers of all experience levels. With multiple convenient entry points, divers can explore a varied underwater landscape that includes expansive sandy bottoms, intricate rocky reefs, and developing coral colonies. While no specific historical context or navigation instructions beyond diverse terrain are provided, its accessibility and calm conditions suggest straightforward exploration. Hirasawa boasts a rich and vibrant marine ecosystem visible throughout the year. Divers can encounter a wide array of fascinating macro life, including various gobies such as Goby Goby and Negoribo, elusive Frogfish, colorful Sea Slugs, and a multitude of Nudibranchs. The site is also home to Blue Squid, Cuttlefish, and unique Sparrowhawks, providing excellent opportunities for both macro and wide-angle marine photography. The calm conditions at Hirasawa make it an excellent year-round diving destination, ensuring a pleasant experience regardless of the season. Its shallow maximum depth of 13 meters and average depth of 6 meters, combined with the abundance of marine life, also make it highly suitable for freedivers and snorkelers seeking to enjoy the underwater beauty. The diverse terrain ensures there's always something new to discover, catering to both photographers and general wildlife enthusiasts.