

Best for advanced divers, 5-28m, boat entry, mild current.
The Devil’s Palace is a cave system located off Shimoji Island, Japan, featuring depths ranging from 5 to 28 metres with an average of 15 metres. This site is strictly for advanced divers due to the overhead environment, which lacks direct vertical access to the surface. Divers must maintain neutral buoyancy and monitor air supply carefully while navigating the caves and swim-throughs. Visibility is high, typically between 30 and 40 metres. Access is by boat only, and conditions include mild currents. Divers should carry both primary and backup torches, as the cave interior significantly reduces ambient light. Facilities for boat access vary seasonally.
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When the sun is directly above, sunlight in the bedroom area appears like a spotlight.
Boat entry is standard for this site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-28m
Visibility
30-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-29°C
Current
Mild
No, this site is for advanced divers only due to the overhead environment and the requirement for precise buoyancy control.
The site ranges from 5 to 28 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site. Access arrangements can change seasonally, so confirm with local operators upon arrival.
The main hazard is the overhead environment within the cave system, which prevents direct vertical access to the surface.
No, this is a cave diving site intended for advanced divers using scuba equipment.
Diving at The Devil’s Palace in Miyakojima requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Devil’s Palace in Miyakojima. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 29°C.
The Devil’s Palace in Miyakojima typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Devil’s Palace in Miyakojima typically ranges from 30 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.