Tanegashima Island
About Tanegashima Island
Tanegashima is an island about 100 km south of Kagoshima, known for its space center and as a surfing destination. Access is possible from Kagoshima by plane or high-speed boat. The surrounding dive areas feature abundant coral with high marine life density. Sandy bottoms can host schooling fish along with stingrays, while rocky areas offer encounters with additional reef fish; some sites are described as more dynamic with chances to see eagle rays and sea turtles.
Where Is Tanegashima Island?
Local Intel For Tanegashima Island
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Access
The island can be reached from Kagoshima in about 30 minutes by plane or around 1 hour 30 minutes by high-speed boat.
Coral
Coral is described as abundant, with lots of marine life associated with it.
Aquatic Life
Reported sightings include schools of jacks and snappers, flounder and other bottom-dwelling fish in sandy areas, and larger species like stingrays, eagle rays, and sea turtles.
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