

Best for beginner divers, 8-23m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Owase features a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures, providing a varied underwater landscape for divers. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 8 to 23 metres and an average depth of 10 metres. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 5 and 20 metres. Access is available via both shore and boat entries. The area is influenced by the warm Kuroshio Current, maintaining water temperatures between 17C and 26C. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms. Divers should remain cautious of boat traffic when surfaced and wear protective gear to avoid injury from sharp coral and rocks during entry and exit.
34.06570, 136.24480
Watch for boat traffic on entry and exit, particularly if using the water entry points near the reef structure. The site has parking, showers, and changing rooms on site, so you can travel light and rinse off comfortably after your dive.
Located in Owase City, Mie Prefecture, at 204 Gyojiura.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-23m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
17-26°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the manageable depths and mild currents.
The site has a depth range of 8 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Access to the site is available via both shore and boat entry points.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms for diver convenience.
Divers should watch for boat traffic when surfaced, be aware of entanglement risks, and wear protective gear to avoid injury from sharp coral and rocks.
Diving at Owase in Owase requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Owase in Owase. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 26°C.
Owase in Owase typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Owase in Owase typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.