Scuba Diving
Izu Peninsula, the scuba-diving mecca of the Kanto Region
Izu Peninsula is frequented by many divers from various parts of the Kanto Region. Sandwiched between Sagami Bay and Suruga Bay, Izu is a treasure trove of diving spots, with over 30 different diving areas located all around the peninsula. The easy access from central Tokyo makes it a popular choice for diving day trips.
Perfect place to get your diving license too!
Long periods of volcanic activity have formed a highly varied underwater terrain here, with a myriad of caves, arches, tunnels, air pockets and so on, and is suitable for all levels, from first-time divers to experienced divers. Colorful fields of soft corals can also be found in shallower parts, and there are also many areas with gentle currents, making it popular among beginner divers. There's good reason as to why many people start their diving journey after coming to Izu.。
From mega to macro, a diversity of underwater fauna
The waters here are home to a variety of macro creatures, from sea slugs and shrimps to clownfish, offering divers plenty of opportunities for underwater photography. For those who prefer bigger creatures, head out to the open waters and you'll find large schools of migrating fish, and even spots where you're almost guaranteed to find bullhead sharks, rays, and sea turtles. Divers can even see schools of hammerhead sharks around Mikimoto Island. With a large diversity of underwater life to be found here, divers are sure to find something that will rock their boat, be it macro or mega.
Fully equipped with experienced instructors with a long history as a diving spot
The mecca for divers in Japan, Izu has been one of the leading pioneers of the Japanese diving world since the early days of scuba diving. With a long history of being a popular dive spot, Izu is well-equipped with everything you need for diving, and is also highly rated for the quality of the diving instructors. Perfect for beginners, and you can even come empty-handed without any gear! Jump into an ethereal underwater world with peace of mind.