

Best for beginner divers, 8-19m, boat entry, moderate current.
Tanabe is a boat-access reef dive located 500 metres from the shore in Japan. The site features a reef structure with depths ranging from 8 to 19 metres, averaging 12 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility that fluctuates between 5 and 25 metres. Water temperatures vary seasonally from 17 to 28 degrees Celsius. The reef floor contains sharp coral and rocks, requiring careful buoyancy control to avoid injury and to prevent stirring up sediment. The site is suitable for beginners and offers a typical dive time of 50 minutes. Essential facilities, including equipment rental, air fills, and showers, are available on-site.
33.73190, 135.35220
The deep-water neon-yellow anemone (Halcurias levis) can be encountered within recreational diving limits in Tanabe, whereas they are typically found below 150m elsewhere.
It is a 2-hour drive from Osaka.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-19m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site reaches depths between 8 and 19 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Tanabe is a boat-access dive site located 500 metres from the shore.
Divers should watch for sharp coral and rocks on the reef floor, which can cause cuts. Additionally, visibility can be low or variable, ranging from 5 to 25 metres.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.
Diving at Tanabe in Tanabe requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Expect moderate currents at Tanabe in Tanabe. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Tanabe in Tanabe typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.