Kumomi — West Izu

Kumomi is well known for the rocks connected by a rope between two shrines, a traditional Japanese symbol. From shore, you can see the dive boats come and go out to Ushizuki, a popular dive site with some cavern like formations.

The dive boat we use is always in full attendance and never leaves divers unattended in the water like some other dive services. The visibility is usually very good in the various dive sites. Many schooling fish can be seen, and underwater there are some cavern like formations. Bring your underwater light!

Dive Sites

Ushizuki Iwa

Level: Novice

Entry: Boat

Type: Caves

Depth: 24 meters
Description: Ushizuki Iwa is the most popular dive site in Kumomi, easily reached in a few minutes by boat. There are some cavern formations that are swimmable. Dive light is recommended. Sealife: Small fish and critters can be found in the crevice formations.

Gunkan Iwa

Level : Novice

Entry : Boat

Type : Pinnacle

Depth : 24 meters
Description: Gunkan Iwa is to the south of Ushizuki Iwa. It is a rock pinnacle formation about 40 meters long by 10 meters wide. Sealife: Small schools of fish around the rock formation and critters in the rocks.

Getting There

Pickup at Mishima Station or by personal car with advance arrangements.