Japan

Nakijin

Nakijin - photo 1

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Nakijin is a coastal town in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, near the northern Okinawa main island. It isn’t a major diving hub, but there are nearby dive opportunities along the Okinawa coast and in nearby sites. Local diving activity is modest; access to deeper reefs typically requires short boat trips to surrounding dive locations. The area offers temperate tropical waters with vibrant reef life, clear conditions, and typical Japanese dive center services within a short drive to town.

Essential information for traveling in Japan

About Japan

Sea
Philippine Sea, Japan Sea/East Sea, Seto Naikai...
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 Nakijin

Nearby Dive Sites (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Nakijin

The best time to dive in Nakijin

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

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
16 °C 21 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
15 °C 20 °C 5/10
03 - Mar.
18 °C 21 °C 4/10
04 - Apr.
20 °C 22 °C 4/10
05 - May
23 °C 24 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 28 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 30 °C 6/10
09 - Sept.
28 °C 30 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 29 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
22 °C 27 °C 4/10
12 - Dec.
19 °C 24 °C 6/10

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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