Independent guide for the stairs, tide sensitivity, and Maeda Point access pattern.
Maeda Sentan
Maeda Sentan is a quiet shore reef off Cape Maeda.
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About Maeda Sentan
Maeda Sentan is a shore-access reef off Cape Maeda in Onna Village, Okinawa, known as a quieter alternative to the nearby Blue Cave. Long coral-root structures and a preserved reef face create a relaxed route with good reef relief and enough structure to keep the dive interesting. Expect reef fish, macro life, and an easy setup that works best when you time the entry around the day's sea state and tide.
Research Estimate At Maeda Sentan
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Where Is Maeda Sentan?
Maeda Sentan Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
16m
Depth Note
A coral-root reef feature around 16 m creates a relaxed profile off Cape Maeda.
Best Season
April to October
Typical Conditions
Shore-entry reef diving with a relaxed profile, clear-water potential, and the easiest feel when tides and crowding are lighter.
Safety & Access At Maeda Sentan
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Mind the stairs, rocky entry, and reef edge. Do not force the dive when sea state or tide is poor.
Access Restrictions
Cape Maeda entry timing, parking, and sea-state checks matter; low tide and rough water can make access poor.
Legal Notes
Follow local site-management rules and stay out of restricted cave or cliff-jump areas.
Local Intel For Maeda Sentan
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The site is a relaxed reef dive with a 16 m profile, coral-root structure, and a quieter feel than Blue Cave.
Freediving
Freediving is more of a shallow-reef add-on here; the site is mainly a scuba and snorkeling day site.
Snorkeling
Shallow Cape Maeda water and the reef edge make snorkeling practical on calm days, but the offshore reef is better for scuba.
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Exposure Profile at Maeda Sentan
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Wildlife at Maeda Sentan
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Recent Logged Visits At Maeda Sentan
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Maeda Sentan Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Maeda Sentan Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Official Okinawa travel guide for beach-entry context and beginner-friendly main-island diving.
Operator page for Cape Maeda facilities, crowding, and dive logistics.
Independent guide for the April-to-October seasonal window and visibility context.
Community snippet for Onna Village location and serene dive character.
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