

Best for beginner divers, 5-24m, shore entry, mild current.
Shobusawa Beach is a shore-accessible site on the Izu Peninsula featuring both reef and wreck topography. The reef starts in shallow water and extends to a maximum depth of 24 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Conditions are generally mild, with currents remaining light and visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18C and 26C, necessitating appropriate thermal protection, particularly during winter and spring months. On-site facilities include a dive shop, air fills, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station.
34.72820, 138.99300
Cold water is the main hazard here, particularly outside summer months, so bring a wetsuit that is thicker than you think you need. The on-site dive shop offers air fills and there are showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station, so you can travel light and sort everything at the site.
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Depth
5-24m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers, offering a range of depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from shallow water down to 24 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Shobusawa Beach is a shore-accessible dive site.
Water temperatures range from 18C to 26C. Cold water is a hazard, especially outside of summer, so appropriate thermal protection is required.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this site.
Diving at Shobusawa Beach in Shimoda requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shobusawa Beach in Shimoda. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C.