

Best for beginner divers, 3-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Kadena North Steps is a shore-entry reef site on Tokashiki Island, Japan, suitable for beginners and snorkellers. The site features hard coral formations at depths ranging from 3 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Divers experience mild currents, making this a manageable drift dive. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 15 metres. Night diving is permitted at this location. Access is via the shore, though users should exercise caution due to potential surf and shore break. Be aware of boat traffic when surfacing and watch for stonefish on the substrate. Parking is available on site.
26.35940, 127.73920
Watch where you place your hands and feet around the reef, as stonefish are present and blend into the substrate easily. The site has parking on site, so driving direct is straightforward, but scan for boat traffic before ascending.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-15m
Visibility
10-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though caution is advised at the shore entry due to potential surf and shore break.
Depths range from 3 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a shore-entry site with parking available nearby.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Hazards include boat traffic, jellyfish, stonefish, and surf. Use caution when entering the water and avoid touching the reef where stonefish may be present.
Diving at Kadena North Steps in Okinawa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Kadena North Steps in Okinawa. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
Kadena North Steps in Okinawa typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kadena North Steps in Okinawa typically ranges from 10 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.