Japan
Ashigarashimo District
Ashigarashimo District in Kanagawa Prefecture offers coastal diving along central Honshu with access to shallow rocky reefs, coastal bays, and nearshore wrecks. The area is typically accessed from towns like Yugawara, Manazuru, and Odawara, and serves as a gateway to calmer, temperate waters with moderate visibility. Local diving tends to emphasize shore dives and short boat trips to nearby sites, suitable for recreational divers exploring the Shonan coast area.
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Top scuba diving cities in the region of Ashigarashimo District
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Odawara
Coastal city gateway to Izu dive sites and local centers.
Manazuru
Coastal gateway town with shore dives and nearby reefs.
Yugawara
Coastal gateway with access to nearby dive sites.
Dive sites and dive centers around Ashigarashimo District
The best time to dive in Ashigarashimo District
The best months to dive in Ashigarashimo District are from July to August. Temperatures are confortable (27-28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
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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