

Best for beginner divers, Up to 14m, boat entry, mild current.
Yamamoto Special is a reef site in Japan suitable for beginner divers. The topography features a reef structure reaching depths of 14 metres, where divers can observe blue spotted coral, bear clams, and spiny dogtooth moray eels. The shallower sections are home to Japanese butterflies, snapper, yellowtip grouper, youkata grouper, and clownfish. The site experiences mild currents and water temperatures ranging from 21 to 29 degrees Celsius. Access is exclusively by boat, and visibility can vary significantly, so divers should confirm current conditions with their boat operator before descending.
28.46170, 129.61940
Check current visibility conditions with your boat operator before descending, as the site data notes this can vary considerably. Boat access is required, so confirm departure times and availability with local operators in advance.
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Depth
Up to 14m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-29°C
Current
Mild
Divers can observe reef fish including clownfish, snapper, yellowtip grouper, youkata grouper, and Japanese butterflies. The reef structure also hosts spiny dogtooth moray eels and bear clams.
Yes, Yamamoto Special is suitable for open water divers and features mild currents.
The reef ranges from the surface down to a maximum depth of 14 metres.
Yes, boat access is required to reach this site. Divers should confirm departure times and availability with local operators in advance.
While the site is a reef dive, the shallow sections are accessible, though boat access is required for all visitors.
Diving at Yamamoto Special in Tatsugō requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Yamamoto Special in Tatsugō. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 29°C.
Yamamoto Special in Tatsugō typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.