Tokara Islands

This dive site encompasses the remote Tokara Islands, an archipelago between Yakushima and Amami Oshima, known for its pristine waters and diverse marine life. Access is limited, typically involving a short boat ride from the islands to various dive points, including a renowned manta ray spot and a unique undersea hot spring. The shallow depths and vibrant ecosystem make it an intriguing location for exploration, offering a glimpse into an unspoiled underwater world. Marine life at Tokara Islands is particularly celebrated for its large pelagic species. Divers can anticipate encountering impressive schools of migratory fish, such as bigeye trevally and bluefin trevally. The area is also home to individual giants like Napoleon wrasse, marlin, hammerhead sharks, and various stingrays. The presence of a manta ray point at the northern limit adds to the allure, promising majestic encounters with these graceful creatures, alongside potentially unique life around the undersea hot spring. With a maximum depth of 10 meters and an average of 5 meters, Tokara Islands is exceptionally suitable for divers of all experience levels, including beginners, snorkelers, and freedivers. The best time to visit for optimal sightings of migratory and pelagic fish typically aligns with warmer seasons, though specific seasonal movements for all species are not detailed. Due to its remote nature and limited ferry access, advanced planning is essential to enjoy this unique and untouched Japanese diving destination.