

Best for intermediate divers, 5-25m, shore entry, mild current.
Sunabe Seawall is a shore-entry reef site located off Tokashiki Island, Japan. The topography spans depths between 5 and 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. While currents are generally mild, the site is subject to rip currents and stronger water movement, requiring intermediate skill levels to navigate safely. Divers should monitor local conditions closely and identify exit points before entry. The site is accessible for night diving, offering a different experience after dark. Water temperatures fluctuate between 22C and 29C throughout the year, necessitating appropriate exposure protection for the season.
26.21950, 127.69138
Despite the typically mild current, rip currents can develop without much warning at this site, so check local conditions on the day and identify your exit point before entering from shore. Facilities are not confirmed, so arrive self-sufficient with spare exposure protection given the seasonal temperature swing.
Park right at the waterfront or arrive by public transport.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The site ranges from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of rip currents and strong currents.
Access is via a shore entry.
Divers must be aware of rip currents and strong currents, which can develop without warning.
Yes, night diving is available at this site.
Diving at Sunabe Seawall in Chatan requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sunabe Seawall in Chatan. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Sunabe Seawall in Chatan are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Sunabe Seawall in Chatan typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sunabe Seawall in Chatan typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.