Usami Beach
Beginner-friendly site with diverse marine life and artificial reefs.
Shore Access
6m Avg Depth
13m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, Usami Beach, is situated on the Usami Coast of Ito City, Japan. It is highly regarded as an excellent location for beginners and diver training, thanks to its consistently stable sea conditions and convenient beach entry. Underwater navigation is straightforward, with a diverse landscape featuring sandy areas complemented by artificial reefs crafted from clay pipes and railroad tracks, providing interesting structures for exploration.
The marine life at Usami Beach is surprisingly rich and varied. Divers can expect a high encounter rate with captivating catsharks and majestic sea turtles. The site also boasts a vibrant macro life, including diverse nudibranch species like the yellow-bellied nudibranch, and various other small invertebrates. Occasionally, larger pelagic species such as sunfish are spotted, adding to the excitement.
The stable and beginner-friendly conditions make Usami Beach an ideal destination year-round for new divers and those seeking calm training environments. For freedivers, the shallow average depth of 6 meters and clear access offer excellent opportunities for breath-hold diving. Divers are advised to explore both the natural sandy areas and the artificial reef structures to fully appreciate the site's biodiversity.
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Plan Your Visit
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Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Stable sea conditions, easy beach entry, and shallow depths make it ideal for beginners and training.
Current Strength:
Mild
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