This dive site, Yamamoto Special, is a renowned beginner-friendly location in Japan, accessible by a short boat ride of 10-12 minutes. Known for its calm, wind-resistant conditions, it offers relaxed diving experiences year-round. Its shallow maximum depth of 14 meters and an average depth of 7 meters make it perfect for new divers to explore the vibrant underwater world at a leisurely pace.
Divers can encounter a rich variety of marine life including five species of bear clams and five distinct clownfish species. The site is notable for its abundant macro life, spiny dogtooth moray eels, and Japanese butterflies. Cleaning scenes involving youkata grouper and yellowtip grouper are common, alongside schools of snappers and beautiful blue-spotted coral formations, often found around sandy roots.
Yamamoto Special is diveable year-round, making it a reliable destination regardless of the season. Its calm, shallow nature is ideal for underwater photography, particularly macro subjects, and for those seeking a tranquil dive experience. Both snorkelers and freedivers will find the site highly suitable due to its accessible depths and diverse marine ecosystem.
