Okishima
Unique freshwater lake dive with endemic goby and bass.
Shore Access
6m Avg Depth
10m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site is located on Okishima, Japan’s only inhabited island situated within a freshwater lake. The lake provides habitat for diverse freshwater fish like black bass and the unique Biwa Yoshinobori (Freshwater Goby). This offers opportunities to observe local aquatic life in a serene setting.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
freshwaterlake divebeginner friendlyshore divemacro photographyendemic species
Marine Life
Biwa yoshinobori (freshwater goby)Black bassCrucian carpBiwa troutCommon carp
Things to Note
Difficulty:
beginner
Shallow depth (10m) and easy shore access; ideal for all skill levels.
Hazards:
Cold waterBoat trafficLow visibilitySilty bottom
Current Strength:
Mild
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