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Operator page for Mikomoto shark dives with boat access, strong current, and experienced-diver requirements.
Jabne
Jabne: advanced boat dive with hammerheads
Scuba DivingBoatAdvanced15m - 25m
Reef
Local operator required
The site is boat-only and the operator chooses runs around ocean state and diver experience.
Jabne is a current-driven boat dive off Kamikomoto-jima in Shimoda, known for hammerhead sightings and large schools of fish.
About Jabne
Jabne is an advanced boat dive off Kamikomoto-jima in Shimoda, built around strong currents and dynamic terrain. It is one of Japan's best-known shark dives, with hammerheads as the seasonal headline and large schools of fish adding to the pace. The dive is boat-based and best left to experienced divers who can handle changing ocean conditions.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlifeRestricted accessStrong current
Safety Notes
Plan for strong currents and the potential presence of large sharks; this site suits experienced divers.
Access Restrictions
Boat only; advanced divers only; local operators decide whether the site is on for the day.
Legal Notes
Local operators enforce experience, equipment, and dive-planning rules for the Mikomoto shark dives.
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Local Intel For Jabne
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
An advanced, current-swept dive with a fast-paced profile and frequent big-animal action.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; this is a boat-drift shark dive for experienced scuba divers.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site.
Wildlife at Jabne
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Jabne
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility15m
Access2/5 · Challenging entry effort
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities
CurrentVery strong current
