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Dive centre · Okinawa · Japan

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White Rabbit Diving

Shore-based diving in the Kunigami District with full kit hire and complimentary photo and video data included.

What sets this centre apart

  • Full equipment rental included
  • Photo and video data included
  • CMAS and STARS certified instruction
  • EFR trained instructors
  • English and Japanese speaking staff
  • Shore-based diving access
  • Courses for all experience levels

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White Rabbit Diving about the centre

Located in the Kunigami District of Okinawa, White Rabbit Diving provides access to the diverse marine environments of the Japanese archipelago. All dives are currently shore-based, allowing for a direct and easy approach to the local reefs and coastal features.

The centre caters to a variety of interests, from introductory Discover Scuba Diving sessions and freediving to more structured recreational diving. Whether you are looking to explore the local reefs or focus on macro photography, the setup is designed for ease of access.

The club and its team

The centre is led by John, a CMAS and STARS certified instructor who is also EFR trained. This ensures a high standard of safety and instruction for all divers, from beginners to those seeking refresher courses.

Instruction is provided in both English and Japanese, making the centre accessible to a wide range of divers. The team is equipped to handle various training needs, ensuring clear communication throughout your session.

The centre at a glance

Affiliation
CMAS
Certification level
autres
Languages spoken
English · JP
Website available in
English
Management
English
Instructors and guides
1
Equipment rental
complet
Address
458 Kina, Yomitan, Nakagami District, Okinawa 904-0302, Japan

Courses on offer

The centre offers a comprehensive range of training, starting with the Open Water Diver certification. For those looking to progress, they provide Advanced Open Water Diver courses.

If you have been away from the water for a while, refresher courses are available to help you regain your confidence and skills. The centre is affiliated with CMAS and follows EFR standards for safety and instruction.

Equipment and gases

White Rabbit Diving provides full equipment hire for your sessions. This includes everything required for a standard dive, allowing you to travel light without needing to transport your own heavy kit.

In addition to the rental kit, the centre provides photo and video data as part of your session, ensuring you have a record of your underwater experience.

Dive sites with White Rabbit Diving

Gorilla Chop is a reef site with depths ranging from 5 to 16 metres, suitable for all levels. It is a fantastic location for observing a wide variety of fish and coral species.

The Blue Cave at Cape Maeda is a popular cave site that reaches depths of up to 30 metres. The Maeda Wall offers more depth for certified divers looking to explore the vertical structure.

Nakayukui is a reef site for certified divers only, known for its incredible coral views. It is a quieter, less frequented location that requires a swim of approximately 200 metres to reach the site.

Red Beach in Kin is a reef site with depths between 2 and 16 metres, particularly well-suited for macro photography due to the abundance of corals and fish.

And some of the dive sites the centre runs.

Gorilla ChopBlue Cave, Cape MaedaNakayukuiRed Beach, KinSunabe, Bird cage and MushroomSunabe, post box

Marine life around Okinawa

The reefs in this area are rich with coral and fish species. You can expect to encounter a variety of fish and corals across the different sites, particularly at Gorilla Chop and Red Beach.

Sea turtles are a notable presence in the area, particularly when visiting the Nakayukui reef.

For those interested in macro life, the coral-rich environments of Red Beach and Gorilla Chop offer excellent opportunities to observe smaller marine organisms.

Diving conditions

The centre operates primarily with shore-based entries. The specific swell and current conditions vary depending on the specific site and weather conditions at the time of the dive.

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