Diving and Cave Exploration: Enjoy the Underwater World of Kyotango
The waters off Kyotango are among the most beautiful in Japan. Why not escape your daily routine and take a peek into the extraordinary underwater world? Diving allows you to wear equipment that lets you breathe underwater, so you can take a stroll through the ocean. You can fully enjoy the Sea of Japan from beneath the surface. The dynamic underwater terrain is another major attraction. You can also experience fantastical formations like the Blue Cave and the Cave of Love from the sea.
Introductory diving and snorkeling are also available, so even non-divers can enjoy the experience.
The waters off Kyotango boast some of the clearest waters in Japan. Why not escape your daily routine and take a peek into the extraordinary underwater world? Diving allows you to explore the ocean as if you were taking a stroll underwater, equipped with a breathing apparatus. You can fully enjoy the beauty of the Sea of Japan from beneath the surface. The dynamic underwater topography is another major attraction. You can also experience fantastical formations like the Blue Cave and the Cave of Love from the sea.
Introductory diving and snorkeling are also available, so even non-divers can enjoy the experience.
Reservations & Registration
- How to Register
Apply via the official website of the Kyotango City Tourism Association, “Kyotango Navi”
- Registration Period & Deadline
- Up to 10 days before the tour date
- Cancellation Policy
- 1 day prior... 100%
On the day / No notice... 100%
Basic Information
- Season
- Year-round
- Closed Days & Excluded Dates
- Weekdays* (subject to consultation)
- Meeting Time & Hours of Operation
- *Sea conditions are generally stable from July through October.
Please arrive 60 minutes before your session.
① 10:00
② 13:00
③ 15:00 - Schedule
- ① Meet up
② Get changed and prepare; fill out the consent form, etc.
③ Equipment briefing on land
④ Practice in shallow water
⑤ Diving experience - Duration
- About 60 minutes
- Group Size
- Minimum 1 people – Maximum 10 people
- Language Support
- Staff: Japanese
Guide: Japanese - Accessibility
- Not allowed
Pricing
- List Price
- [For 1 person]
Adults (junior high school students and older): 15,000 yen (tax included) per person
Children (elementary school students): 15,000 yen (tax included) per person
Preschoolers: Not permitted
[For 2 or more people]
Adults (junior high school students and older): 12,500 yen (tax included) per person
Children (elementary school students): 12,500 yen (tax included) per person
Preschoolers: Not permitted - Included in Price
- Trial Fee
Access & Meeting Place
- Meeting Place & Ticket Pickup Location
- Kyotango Scuba Diving
1039 Takeno, Tango-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture - Parking Information
- 1039 Takeno, Tango-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture
Operator Information
- Operator Name
- Kyotango Scuba Diving
- Address
- 1039 Takeno, Tango-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture
Area & City/Town Introduction (Kyotango City)
Located at the northernmost tip of Kyoto Prefecture, the city’s entire northern coastline faces the Sea of Japan. It is blessed with a diverse natural environment, including the majestic coastal landscapes of the San’in Kaigan Geopark—designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark—as well as beaches with white sand and green pines and beautiful rural woodlands. With a rich culinary culture featuring fresh seafood, agricultural products, and fruits—a culture highly regarded for its quality—the city has garnered attention as a destination for food-focused travel, as evidenced by its receipt of the “Gourmet City Award” in 2024. It is also known as one of the prefecture’s leading hot spring resorts, and as a city where nature, cuisine, hot springs, and history and culture harmonize, it offers a variety of ways to enjoy the area throughout all four seasons.
