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DAN article describing Nazumado's rope entry and surging conditions.
Dive Spot Guide•
Nazumado
Nazumado is a rope-entry Hachijojima shore dive.
Nazumado is a current-sensitive shore dive with rope access, steep reef relief, and big-fish potential.
About Nazumado
Nazumado is a Hachijojima shore dive with rope-assisted entry over a steep reef that drops sharply into the low twenties. On calm summer days it is a classic big-fish dive, with green turtles, loggerhead turtles, hammerhead and thresher sharks, dolphins, nudibranchs, squid, and dense schooling fish turning the slope into one of the island's signature sites.
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Research Estimate At Nazumado
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentVery strong current
SurgeStrong surge
Where Is Nazumado?
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Nazumado Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 24m
Depth Note
Rope-assisted beach entry over a steep slope with a reef that falls sharply into the low twenties.
Best Season
summer
Typical Conditions
Beach entry with ropes, steep reef drop, strong tidal flow, and choppy sea on marginal days.
Safety & Access At Nazumado
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Ropes are installed to help with entry and exit along the walled reef and steep slope.
Access Restrictions
Use the rope-assisted shore entry and plan the dive around sea conditions; marginal days can become surging and slippery.
Legal Notes
Discuss conditions with a dive shop before committing, especially on marginal sea days.
Local Intel For Nazumado
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A reef site with a steep slope and wall-like structure; ropes support entry and exit.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the current and rope-assisted entry make it a scuba-only shore dive for experienced divers.
Snorkeling
The site is too current-sensitive and steep for a practical snorkel plan.
Wildlife at Nazumado
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Nazumado
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Nazumado
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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