Manazuru

Manazuru is a coastal town in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, facing the Philippine Sea on the northern edge of the North Pacific. It serves as a gateway to nearby dive sites along the coast and in the surrounding Ebina region, with local dive centers typically focusing on shore dives and day trips to nearby reefs and rocky coastal environments. In addition to offshore options, the area offers access to freshwater diving options nearby, such as Lake Hinuma in the broader prefecture, though that site is distant from the coast. For divers visiting Manazuru, expect modest visibility in certain coastal runs, common temperate-zone marine life, and a practical base for day trips to more varied sites along the Kanagawa coastline.