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Yamamoto Special
Beginner boat dive in northern Amami Oshima with calm water and macro life.
A short boat ride reaches a sheltered shallow site with sand, rock, clownfish, and macro subjects, making it a low-stress Amami dive for relaxed profiles and photography.
About Yamamoto Special
Yamamoto Special is a sheltered boat dive in northern Amami Oshima with a short run from the harbor, a shallow rock-and-sand layout, and a relaxed beginner profile. The site is known for calm water, easy depth progression, and close-up fish life that suits slow photography, training dives, and unhurried exploration across both the reef edge and sandy patches.
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Research Estimate At Yamamoto Special
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Yamamoto Special?
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Yamamoto Special Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 14m
Depth Note
The boat drops onto a shallow top around 5 m, with sand and reef relief extending to about 14 m.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Sheltered, low-current boat dive with a calm shallow top and a sandier lower section, best for slow buoyancy and close-up photography.
Safety & Access At Yamamoto Special
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Confirm the drop and pickup point with the crew, keep buoyancy tight over sand and coral patches, and expect the easiest diving when the sea is calm.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; no shore entry.
Legal Notes
Follow Japanese marine-site rules and avoid touching or collecting marine life.
Local Intel For Yamamoto Special
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow boat dive that stays relaxed across sand and rock, with plenty of room for slow photography and beginner practice.
Freediving
Not a dedicated freedive site; the shallow start and calm water make it better for scuba and relaxed skill-building than breath-hold sessions.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; it is mainly a scuba stop, though the shallow top makes the layout easy to read from the surface.
Wildlife at Yamamoto Special
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Yamamoto Special
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Yamamoto Special
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