Best for beginner divers, Up to 7m, shore entry, mild current.
Okirai Namiita Beach is a shallow shore-entry site featuring a mix of reef and seagrass habitats. With a maximum depth of 7 metres, it is well-suited for beginner divers. The site experiences mild currents, though visibility can be variable. Divers should be aware of potential surf and shore break during entry, as well as the presence of rip currents. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Due to the presence of jellyfish, wearing a full wetsuit is recommended for protection. Water temperatures range from 8C in March to 23C in August and September.
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The shore entry involves surf and a potential shore break, so time your entry during a lull in the waves and watch for rip currents before you get in. Jellyfish are a known hazard here, so a full wetsuit offers useful protection regardless of the season.
Located in Sanrikuchookirai, Ofunato-shi, Iwate. Accessible via Sanriku Railway Rias Line, 35 minutes from Sakari Station or 5 minutes from Sanriku Station.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 7m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
8-23°C
Current
Mild
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with a maximum depth of 7 metres and mild currents.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 7 metres.
This is a shore entry site. Divers should time their entry during a lull in the waves to avoid the shore break.
Hazards include surf, shore break, rip currents, and jellyfish. Always check local conditions before entering the water.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station.
Diving at Okirai Namiita Beach in Ofunato requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Okirai Namiita Beach in Ofunato. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 23°C.
Okirai Namiita Beach in Ofunato typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
