

Best for intermediate divers, 6-22m, boat entry, mild current.
Maeda Kikumaru Buoy is a reef site located off Tokashiki Island, Japan. Divers explore a depth range of 6 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The site is accessed by boat and is suitable for intermediate divers. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. While the current is generally mild, divers must remain vigilant for rip currents and strong flows. The reef structure features sharp coral and rocks, requiring careful buoyancy control to avoid injury. Water temperatures fluctuate between 22C and 29C throughout the year. Night diving is permitted at this location. Shore-based facilities including parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms are available at the departure point.
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Conditions can shift quickly here, so check current patterns before descending as rip currents are a known hazard despite the site's generally mild flow. Entry is by boat, and facilities including parking, showers, and changing rooms are available at the departure point.
By car: about 1 hour from Naha Airport or 25 minutes from Manzamo. By bus: take the 120 bus from Naha Airport and get off at Kuraha bus stop, then walk for about 20 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-22m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
The site ranges from 6 to 22 metres deep, with an average depth of 12 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the potential for rip currents and strong flows.
Access to Maeda Kikumaru Buoy is by boat only.
Divers should watch for jellyfish, rip currents, strong currents, and sharp coral formations.
The site is primarily designated for boat-based diving.
Diving at Maeda Kikumaru Buoy in Onna Village requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Maeda Kikumaru Buoy in Onna Village. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
Maeda Kikumaru Buoy in Onna Village typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Maeda Kikumaru Buoy in Onna Village typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.