

Best for beginner divers, 1-8m, shore entry, mild current.
Ebisu Island is a small island connected to the Susaki Peninsula by a bridge, offering accessible shore-entry snorkelling. The site features shallow tide pools and channels, making it suitable for beginners. Depths range from 1 to 8 metres with an average of 4 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility varying between 5 and 15 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 18C in the winter months to 28C in late summer. Parking is available for visitors. The site is well-regarded for snorkelling, with typical sessions lasting up to 120 minutes.
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The island features exposed geological formations and tidepools, and is accessible via a bridge.
Ebisu Island is situated at the tip of the Susaki peninsula between Shimoda and Shirahama and is accessible via a bridge. There is a parking lot at the entrance.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 8m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
120 min
Yes, the site features shallow tide pools and channels that are well-suited for novice snorkellers.
The depth ranges from 1 to 8 metres, with an average depth of 4 metres.
Ebisu Island is a shore-entry site.
Yes, Ebisu Island is a popular snorkelling location with a rating of 4 out of 5.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ebisu Island (Ebisujima) in Shimoda. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 28°C.
Ebisu Island (Ebisujima) in Shimoda typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ebisu Island (Ebisujima) in Shimoda typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.