Okubo Hama

This dive site, Okubo Hama, is the primary diving spot on Miyakejima, located in the island's northern region. It features a unique underwater landscape formed by ancient lava flows that solidified as they entered the sea, creating dramatic rock formations and root-like structures. Access is exclusively from the beach, and the expansive site means it cannot be fully explored in a single dive, offering diverse areas to the east and west. No specific history or story beyond its formation is provided. Okubo Hama is a macro photographer's dream, renowned as a treasure trove for rare macro life, including the highly sought-after Japanese Pygmy Seahorses. Abundant organisms can be found clinging to the walls of the root formations, while the shallow coral areas above these structures teem with a variety of hiding marine life. Large overhangs serve as shelters for numerous scorpionfish, and sea turtles are frequently observed in the shallower waters. While specific seasonal highlights are not provided, the consistent presence of rare macro life and sea turtles makes Okubo Hama an appealing destination year-round. Its shallow depths and rich biodiversity make it particularly suitable for beginner divers and underwater photographers. Freedivers and snorkelers will also find the site rewarding due to the accessible shallow corals and frequent turtle sightings close to the surface, offering excellent opportunities for observation without heavy gear.