

Best for beginner divers, shore entry.
Grampus is a shore-entry reef dive located on the Izu Peninsula, Japan. The site features shallow depths, providing a forgiving environment for beginners to practice buoyancy control and build confidence. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 17C in the winter months to 27C in late summer, requiring divers to select appropriate thermal protection. Because currents at the site are variable and local facilities are limited, it is recommended to contact a local dive operator before visiting to obtain an up-to-date conditions report and confirm necessary equipment. The site is accessible year-round, allowing for flexible planning around calmer weather periods.
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Because current is variable and there are no fixed facilities confirmed at the site, it is worth contacting a local dive operator before you go to get an up-to-date conditions report and confirm what gear you need to bring. The site is accessible year-round, so timing your visit around calmer periods will make the most of the shallow reef.
The shop is located at 2-9-8 Katasekaigan, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Access is via the Odakyu Line (Katase-Enoshima Station), Enoden (Enoshima Station), or Shonan Monorail (Shonan-Enoshima Station).
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
17-27°C
Yes, the site is a shallow reef dive well-suited to beginners looking to build confidence and practice buoyancy control.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
Water temperatures range from 17C in the winter months to 27C during August and September.
Facilities are limited at Grampus, so it is advised to contact a local dive operator before your visit to confirm what is available and what gear you should bring.