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Dive-shop blog describing Sakuraguchi visibility, fish life, soft coral, and north-wind shelter.
Dive Spot Guide•
Sakuraguchi
Sheltered Ishigaki reef with coral gardens and a cave top.
Local operator required
Conditions or access may require a local guide. Dive with a local operator.
Boat dive from southern Ishigaki, typically used when north winds are up, with shallow coral, sand, and cave features.
About Sakuraguchi
Sakuraguchi is a sheltered southern Ishigaki reef site with shallow coral gardens, a sandy bottom, and a small cave-like feature on the reef top. It is a beginner-friendly boat dive when north winds are strong, with hard and soft corals, lively fish, and a photogenic mix of reef and sand. Clearer high-tide windows make the site feel especially relaxed.
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Research Estimate At Sakuraguchi
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Sakuraguchi?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Sakuraguchi Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 15m
Depth Note
Shallow reef profile from about 5m to 15m.
Best Season
Year-round, with May to October often giving the clearest water.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered southern Ishigaki reef with soft and hard corals, small cave features, and a short boat ride from port. It is especially useful when north winds make other spots rough.
Safety & Access At Sakuraguchi
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentSharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep clear of the shallow cave opening and avoid touching the coral clusters as you move through the reef top.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; winter north-wind days are the classic use case.
Legal Notes
Follow the guide on cave-top entry and avoid contact with coral.
Local Intel For Sakuraguchi
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Beginner-friendly reef dive with coral gardens, sand, and a shallow cave top.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the cave feature is better handled with scuba guidance.
Snorkeling
The shallow coral top can be snorkel-friendly in calm conditions, but the full site is better by scuba.
Wildlife at Sakuraguchi
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Sakuraguchi
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Sakuraguchi
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
