Sakuraguchi

This dive site, Sakuraguchi, is nestled in southern Ishigaki, Japan, offering convenient access just five minutes by boat from the local port. It benefits from natural shelter against northern winds, ensuring calm conditions throughout the year. The site boasts a gentle topography with depths ranging from 5 to 14 meters, making it easy to navigate and enjoyable for divers of all experience levels. The marine life here is abundant and diverse, featuring vibrant coral colonies that serve as home to colorful fish such as bigeye sunfish and various anemonefish, including clown fishes. Divers can spot unique species like sparrows, giant gobies, and the camouflaged leaf scorpionfish. Schools of scarabaeus and rhododendron add to the spectacle, while keen eyes can find lobsters, delicate nudibranchs, and various mollusks hidden amongst the reef. Sakuraguchi is an excellent year-round destination, particularly appealing for its sheltered conditions. Its shallow and vibrant reefs are perfectly suited for both snorkeling and freediving, allowing non-divers to also appreciate the underwater beauty. For scuba divers, the gentle depths and rich macro life provide ample opportunities for exploration and underwater photography, making it a highly rewarding and accessible dive site.