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The Kii Peninsula: One of Japan’s Diving Paradises
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The Kii Peninsula: One of Japan’s Diving Paradises

What to know about diving the Kii Peninsula, one of the country’s largest peninsulas and a long-standing favorite among
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The 6 Best Places To Dive With Sharks in Japan

Discover six top shark diving spots in Japan, from hammerhead schools to rare sand tiger sharks. A must-read for

Where To Dive in East Izu Peninsula, Japan

Discover East Izu's best dive spots, including wrecks, reefs, turtles and vibrant marine life, all just a short trip

Suruga Bay and Mt. Fuji seen from Nishiizu Ita, Shizuoka, Japan

Explore the Best Dive Sites on the Western Coast of the Izu Peninsula, Japan

Explore West Izu's top dive spots – clear waters, reefs, caves and rich marine life. Perfect for both beginner and

South Izu: A Diver’s Paradise Two Hours From Tokyo

Explore southern Izu’s top dive sites — Mikomoto, Nakagi and Mera — featuring hammerhead sharks, drift dives and rich

Japanese Giant Salamander in Mountain River of Gifu, Japan

Freshwater Diving in Japan: Lakes, Rivers and Waterfalls

Explore freshwater diving in Japan’s lakes, rivers and waterfalls with crystal clarity, rare wildlife and unique underwater adventures.

Sado Island & Hokuriku: Diving the Wild Beauty of the Sea of Japan

Explore scuba diving in Japan’s Sado & Hokuriku with the area's clear waters, unique dive sites and unforgettable coastal

Scuba Diving in Chiba: Discover Japan’s Boso Peninsula Dive Sites

From pelagic fish to tropical surprises, Boso’s unique coasts deliver top diving just two hours from Tokyo.

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