Description
Japan Blue is the first trip by Scuba Finders that combines two distinct weeks in one destination: an initial stage of cultural discovery through Japan's historic cities (Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Hakone, and Tokyo), followed by a second stage dedicated to diving in Okinawa, the subtropical archipelago in the southern part of the country. The diving segment takes place along the central coast of the main island, in the Onna area, where accessible reef dives alternate with volcanic rock formations such as the famous Blue Cave of Cape Maeda, known for its characteristic turquoise light. The waters are warm and clear, featuring well-preserved coral gardens, turtles, octopuses, moray eels, and dense schools of reef fish, in addition to boat trips to the Kerama and Minna Islands, renowned for their visibility and intense blue hues. This is a leisurely-paced journey, designed for those who want to delve deeply into Japan and enjoy a week of comfortable and varied diving, free from challenging currents and large pelagics.
Itinerary
Flight to Japan and Arrival in Osaka
International flight from Spain to Osaka (Kansai or Itami Airport; connections to be confirmed). Upon arrival, after immigration and customs procedures, you will be greeted by a Spanish-speaking assistant and transferred to the hotel via regular service. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy.
Diving in Okinawa is managed by Sunkissed Divers Okinawa, a PADI center with English-speaking instructors and small group sizes. It operates from three bases along the central coast of the island: its main base in Onna, near Cape Maeda and the Blue Cave, a shop in Sunabe (Chatan), and a guest house and reservation office in Yomitan. They combine shore dives with boat trips to more remote spots and organize daily logistics including pickups, tanks, and guiding. The trip profile is for accessible reef diving, catering to certified divers from beginner to intermediate levels, with some sites of greater interest for advanced divers.
Included
- International flights Spain – Japan – Spain (timings and connections to be confirmed)
- Tourism week in Japan (6 nights / 7 days): Spanish-speaking guide and assistant, regular transfer services, bullet train from Kyoto to Odawara, indicated visits with entrance tickets, daily breakfasts, lunches on sightseeing days, and one dinner in Hakone
- Accommodation for the tour: 6 nights in hotels (Osaka 1, Kyoto 2, Hakone 1, Tokyo 2)
- Accommodation in Okinawa: 7 nights at Sunkissed Divers guesthouse in Yomitan (room type to be confirmed based on availability)
- 15 guided dives in Okinawa with Sunkissed Divers: Sunabe (x3), Blue Cave at Cape Maeda (x2), Manzamo (x4), Minna Island (x3) and Kerama Islands (x3)
- Scuba Finders backpack with t-shirt
- Printed travel documentation at home
- Travel insurance Scuba Safe
Not included
- Complete diving equipment: rental supplement (approximately 25,000 JPY for the week, to be confirmed)
- Domestic flight between the tourism stage and Okinawa (to be confirmed if included)
- Meals and drinks not specified
- Personal expenses and optional activities
- Everything not listed in the 'Includes' section
Cancellation more than 30 days prior to the start of the trip: a penalty of 70% of the total amount, which will be non-refundable.
Cancellation 30 days or less before the start of the trip: 100% of the amount will be non-refundable.
These conditions apply regardless of whether special cancellation insurance or free withdrawal is purchased.