

Best for beginner divers, 2-15m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Blue Cave in the Kabira Area is a semi-submerged sea cave featuring a white sandy bottom that reflects sunlight to create a blue glow. The site includes a surrounding shallow reef and is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 2 to 15 metres and an average of 8 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Access is available via both shore and boat. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of the overhead environment and sharp coral. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, anemonefish, butterflyfish, and parrotfish, alongside occasional sightings of sea turtles and manta rays.
24.45750, 124.16200
Early morning trips at 7:30 AM are recommended to avoid crowds and fully appreciate the cave.
Located at Maeda Misaki, Onna, Okinawa. Accessible by car or bus to Maeda Bus Stop followed by a 5-minute walk.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Ocellaris anemonefish, butterflyfish, and parrotfish. Uncommon sightings include green sea turtles, reef manta rays, and various triggerfish.
Yes, Blue Cave is suitable for beginners, offering shallow depths and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 2 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Yes, Blue Cave is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
Access to Blue Cave is available by both boat and shore.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Blue Cave in Ishigaki. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Blue Cave in Ishigaki. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
Divers at Blue Cave in Ishigaki should be aware of lionfish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Blue Cave in Ishigaki typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Blue Cave in Ishigaki typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.