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Futo
Sheltered Izu diving area with easy shore entry and rich fish life.
Futo is a sheltered Izu cove with beginner-friendly shore access, boat options, and a strong fish-watching reputation.
About Futo
Futo is a sheltered Izu diving area with easy shore entry, boat options in the wider bay, and a reputation as one of the region's best fish-watching spots. Shallow water, hot-spring recovery facilities, and a long list of seasonal creatures make it friendly for beginners while still interesting enough for experienced divers. The area also includes the well-known Futo Hole cave and other rocky features that reward slower, careful dives.
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Research Estimate At Futo
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessEasy entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Futo?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Futo Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 40m
Depth Note
The shallow shore sites are around 3-8 m, Futo Hole sits around 3 m, and the wider Futo area includes the Futone reef down to 40 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with winter for visibility and June-August for squid.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered bay water, easy shore entry, and seasonal fish and squid action.
Safety & Access At Futo
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Watch the cave timing and the occasional boat-site traffic; the shore entry itself is friendly.
Access Restrictions
Boat sites in the area need local booking, but the shore entry is straightforward.
Legal Notes
Futo sits within the Izu Peninsula Geopark area; follow local dive-site and boat rules.
Local Intel For Futo
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Often calm conditions and easy beach access make it suitable for beginners.
Freediving
The shallow bay is suitable for relaxed freediving on calm days.
Snorkeling
Good snorkel conditions around the shallow shore entry, especially during squid season.
Wildlife at Futo
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Futo
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Futo
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
