Top 3 Scuba Diving Tours in Japan

1.Naha, Okinawa: Kerama Islands Full-Day Intro-Diving Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 203 reviews · 8 hours · from $70Our pick

Spend eight hours aboard a well-equipped boat from Naha, with certified instructors, one introductory scuba session, snorkeling at up to three Kerama sites, lunch, hot showers, and free underwater photos. English and Chinese support is available, and guides such as Doa, Mai, Tai, and Kevin are named by the operator.

“One of the best experiences in Japan!! Definitely recommend it! It was our first time trying scuba diving, and the instructor was really helpful! Thank you so much! 10/10”

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2.From Naha Scuba Diving Trip in Kerama(for certified divers)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 8 hours · from $206Top rated

Join SEAKERS for a small-group scuba day from Naha to Kerama National Park. You get two boat dives, rental gear, insurance, an English or Japanese guide, and underwater photos. A third dive costs 5,500 yen. Guides such as Ryuta and Yun are praised for calm, clear briefings.

“Our day of diving in Okinawa yesterday was amazing and our Guide Utah (unknown spelling) was accommodating, extremely knowledgeable, and very pleasant. He made my wife and I feel welcomed, safe, and relaxed. Our three dives in crystal clear water was the highlight of our trip. The coral reef was beautifully colorful and teaming with marine life. Highly recommend.”

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3.Naha: 1 day Kerama Islands diving‣ license required

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 20 reviews · 7 hours · from $129

You need a valid C-card for this full-day Kerama Islands scuba trip from Naha. Ride a high-speed boat toward Tokashiki, Zamami, or Aka Island, visit three underwater sites, and return with towels, equipment, tea, and a hot shower included. English support is available, though communication may vary by instructor.

“great place for diving, lots of fish, colorful coral and good visibility. English of staff is also good. We did 3 dives, during the 2nd we only saw sand. I would have expected that they know where the good diving places are.”

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