Best for intermediate divers, 6-22m, shore entry, mild current.
Usujiri Jinjamae is a shore-entry dive site located on the Sea of Japan, characterised by a reef and kelp forest environment. Divers can explore depths ranging from 6 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Visibility at the site varies between 5 and 20 metres. The area is subject to mild currents and cold water temperatures throughout the year, which fluctuate between 5 and 22 degrees Celsius. Due to these conditions, appropriate thermal protection such as a drysuit or thick wetsuit is essential. As there are no confirmed facilities at the site, divers should arrive fully self-sufficient.
41.93540, 140.95130
Cold water is the main hazard at this site regardless of season, so bring a drysuit or a thick wetsuit and check the temperature before you kit up. Facilities are not confirmed at the site itself, so arrive self-sufficient with everything you need.
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Depth
6-22m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
5-22°C
Current
Mild
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
The site reaches depths of 6 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
Access to the reef and kelp forest is via a shore entry.
The main hazard is the cold water temperature, which requires appropriate thermal protection year-round.
Diving at Usujiri Jinjamae in Shikabe requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Usujiri Jinjamae in Shikabe. Water temperatures range from 5°C to 22°C.
Usujiri Jinjamae in Shikabe typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Usujiri Jinjamae in Shikabe typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
