Japan

Kawasaki

Kawasaki - photo 1

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Kawasaki is a major port city in Kanagawa Prefecture, located near Tokyo on Tokyo Bay. It is not a primary diving destination itself, and there are no local dive sites within the city. Nearby diving access comes from the broader Tokyo Bay area and the Shonan coast, where small dive centers offer courses and shore or boat dives for local residents. For freshwater options, Lake Hinuma is nearby but outside the city and more relevant for divers seeking freshwater training or casual outings rather than destination diving. Overall, Kawasaki functions best as a transport and urban base for divers visiting the greater Tokyo/Kanagawa area.

Essential information for traveling in Japan

About Japan

Sea
Sea of Okhotsk, Tung Hai, Philippine Sea, Japan...
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Languages
JA
Demonym
Japanese
Phone prefix
+81

Practicalities

Currency
JPY
Voltage
110
Plug type
Type A
Airports
OKA HND NRT KIX NGO

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Kawasaki

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Kawasaki

The best time to dive in Kawasaki

The best months to dive in Kawasaki are from July to August. Temperatures are confortable (28-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
6 °C 12 °C 9/10
02 - Feb.
6 °C 11 °C 9/10
03 - Mar.
10 °C 12 °C 6/10
04 - Apr.
15 °C 15 °C 6/10
05 - May
19 °C 19 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
24 °C 22 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 27 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
29 °C 28 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
26 °C 27 °C 5/10
10 - Oct.
18 °C 23 °C 5/10
11 - Nov.
13 °C 18 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
8 °C 14 °C 8/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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