

Best for beginner divers, 3-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Sokodo is a shore dive on Hachijojima featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 3 to 18 metres and mild currents. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres. Divers should exercise caution during entry due to surf and shore break conditions, and remain aware of potential surge in shallower areas. Water temperatures fluctuate between 20 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year. On-site facilities include parking, showers, and a rinse station to assist with gear management.
33.12400, 139.81630
The entry involves surf and a shore break, so time your entry carefully between sets and stay alert for surge once you are in the shallows. Parking, showers, and a rinse station are all available on site, so you can travel light and clean up your gear before the drive home.
Sokodo-sou is a 2-minute walk from Sokodo port and a 6-minute drive from Hachijojima airport.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-18m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a mix of natural and artificial reef terrain with mild currents.
The site reaches depths between 3 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Sokodo is a shore dive. Divers should time their entry carefully to navigate the surf and shore break.
The primary hazards are surf and shore break during entry, as well as potential surge and swell in the shallower sections of the reef.
Yes, the site provides parking, showers, and a rinse station for diver use.
Diving at Sokodo in Mitsune requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sokodo in Mitsune. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C.
Sokodo in Mitsune typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sokodo in Mitsune typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.