This dive site, Kumanomi Paradise, also known as Clown Fish Paradise, is located in Onna Village, Okinawa, Japan. Easily accessible by a short 5-minute boat ride from Maeganeku Port, it is renowned as a unique destination for anemonefish enthusiasts. The site's primary appeal lies in its extraordinary offering of seeing all six clownfish species found in Japan during a single dive. Underwater navigation is typically straightforward, focusing on sandy areas rich with marine life.
The biodiversity at Kumanomi Paradise is centered around its namesake clownfish, with all six Japanese species present, making it a highly sought-after location for specific macro photography. Beyond the vibrant clownfish in their host anemones, divers can observe numerous other fascinating creatures, including colonies of shy garden eels emerging from the sandy bottom, various sand-dwelling organisms, and a rich array of symbiotic gobies, such as the distinctive screw-tailed gobies and the elegant Yasha gobies.
The best time to visit Okinawa for diving is generally from April to November for warmer waters, though year-round diving is possible. This site is particularly suitable for underwater photographers focusing on macro subjects due to the abundance and diversity of small marine life. Both freedivers and scuba divers will find the shallow depths and calm conditions ideal for extended observation and photography of its unique inhabitants.
