Official Tsuruoka summer tourism context for the local seasonal travel window.
Summer jetty dive in Yotsushima with fish-rich reefs.
Summer jetty dive in Yotsushima with fish-rich reefs.
Yotsushima Jetty is a rare jetty-style island dive off Tsuruoka's Four Islands, reached by ferry-pier boat transfer and a short ride to the site. The reefs around Ruzaoan Island hold large schools of fish and lively small-life scenes, and the dive operates only in the summer season from July through October. Harbor parking and flush toilets make it a practical day-trip setup.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 12m
Depth Note
The site averages around 8-10 m and tops out near 12 m.
Best Season
July through October.
Typical Conditions
Summer-only jetty diving with shallow 8-12 m structure, clear water and lots of fish activity around the islands.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Watch ferry traffic near the pier, respect the seasonal window and keep a tidy profile around the jetty structure.
Access Restrictions
The site is open only from July through October.
Legal Notes
Use the ferry-pier access and follow local harbor rules during the seasonal operating window.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow jetty-style reef dive with steady terrain and good opportunities for wide-angle and macro viewing.
Freediving
The shallow profile may suit experienced freedivers on calm days, but the site is more naturally a scuba jetty dive.
Snorkeling
A calm-day snorkel can work near the surface, but the richest fish life is better appreciated on scuba.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Official Tsuruoka summer tourism context for the local seasonal travel window.
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