

Best for beginner divers, 2-6m, shore entry, mild current.
Tokashiku Beach Front is a sheltered shore dive on Zamami Island, Japan, featuring a reef that ranges from 2 to 6 metres in depth. With visibility typically between 20 and 30 metres, the reef layout is easily visible from the surface. The site experiences mild currents, making it suitable for beginner divers. Divers should exercise caution in the shallows, as stonefish, lionfish, sea urchins, and sharp coral are present. Protective footwear and reef gloves are recommended to prevent injury. On-site facilities include parking, showers, changing rooms, and toilets, providing a convenient base for shore entries.
26.18600, 127.34500
Watch where you place your hands and feet: stonefish and sea urchins are present around the coral and rocky areas near the entry point, so reef gloves and reef-safe booties are worth packing. The site has parking, showers, changing rooms, and toilets on site, so you can pack light and rinse off comfortably after your dive.
Located at 155 Aharen, Tokashiki-son, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa. Accessible via marine liner from Tomari port.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 6m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow depth range of 2 to 6 metres and mild currents.
The reef at this site ranges from 2 to 6 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Tokashiku Beach Front is a shore dive with easy access from the beach.
Divers should watch for jellyfish, lionfish, stonefish, sea urchins, and sharp coral. It is advised to wear protective footwear and shuffle your feet when walking in the shallows.
Yes, the shallow reef depths of 2 to 6 metres make this site appropriate for snorkelling.
Diving at Tokashiku Beach Front in Tokashiki requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tokashiku Beach Front in Tokashiki. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Tokashiku Beach Front in Tokashiki are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tokashiku Beach Front in Tokashiki typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tokashiku Beach Front in Tokashiki typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.