Fun Diving in Kushimoto with Five Friends from Kyushu!
What a beautiful sunny day in Kushimoto!
Yesterday's rain was completely gone, and we enjoyed clear skies today. However, the morning air was quite cold, making the boat rides pretty tough for divers wearing wetsuits...
But today's guests didn't let the cold stop them! They completed all three dives!!!
We still have some warm afternoons when the sun comes out, but the mornings are definitely getting colder.
It's time to start thinking about drysuit diving!
Today, we welcomed a group of five friends from Kyushu. It was their first time diving around Japan's main island, Honshu.
We wanted to show them some of the marine life that makes Kushimoto special!
Our first dive was at the Sumisaki area, famous for its large schools of fish.
The beautiful underwater scenery I photographed during a recent survey dive was still there!
Our guests were surprised and said, "Wow, there are so many different kinds of fish here!"
It was a great opportunity for them to discover the incredible diversity of fish species in Kushimoto. (^^)
(This photo was taken on a previous dive.)
From Schools of Fish to the Tiny World of Macro Diving!
After enjoying the schools of fish, we spotted a Warty Frogfish.
Then, it was time to introduce our guests to the microscopic world of marine life! (^^)
I found an incredibly tiny Colpodaspis thompsoni and showed it to everyone.
But I wonder if they could actually see it...???
It was less than 1 mm in size, making it extremely difficult to spot with the naked eye!
Still, I'm getting better at spotting these tiny creatures.
My eyes are definitely ready for the Nudibranch Safari season!!!
Nudibranch diving is like an underwater treasure hunt!
Our Nudibranch Safari started this month.
If you love taking your time searching for nudibranchs, we would love to have you join us!
More Amazing Macro Marine Life in Kushimoto!
From wide-angle scenery to microscopic creatures, Kushimoto has so much to offer right now.
And of course, there's plenty of fascinating macro marine life too!
The pair of Harlequin shrimp that has been staying in the area for a while was easy to observe today.
Sometimes they hide deep inside their shelter, making them difficult to see.
They can be a little unpredictable, so whether we get a good look at them depends on the day!
Another species that has been appearing and disappearing this year is Bicolour parrotfish.
We've been seeing more relatively large juveniles recently, but many of them still have their adorable colors and body shapes!
I watched this little fish while wondering if we would be lucky enough to find it again on our next dive!
While searching along the rocky surfaces, we also found a Long-nose seahorse.
These creatures are excellent at hiding, so it's easy to swim right past them.
However, their movements are often slightly different from the surrounding seaweed.
If you notice something that looks a little unusual, you might find one!
There are also many different species of damselfish to enjoy at the moment.
One particularly beautiful species is Pomacentrus lepidogenys, with its lovely pale blue coloring.
It's been a while since I've seen individuals of this size. They seem to have grown noticeably recently!
Thanks to the influence of the Kuroshio Current, subtropical fish species have been thriving in Kushimoto this year.
It looks like we'll still have plenty of opportunities to enjoy these colorful subtropical species!
Three Great Dives with Our Guests from Kyushu!
Thank you so much for joining us for three dives despite the cold weather!!!
Our five guests were lucky enough to visit just as the underwater visibility was improving!
Hopefully, their good luck will continue tomorrow when they go diving to look for the Japanese giant salamander!
We're looking forward to another great day together!
See you tomorrow!
November Is a Great Time to Try Drysuit Diving in Kushimoto!
It looks like drysuit season is finally getting into full swing!
Although the air is getting chilly, the water is still relatively warm.
This is actually a great time to try drysuit diving for the first time!
Because the water is still warm, you can dive comfortably with relatively light clothing underneath your drysuit.
Why not take this opportunity to learn how to dive with a drysuit?
Once you're comfortable using a drysuit, you'll have more opportunities to enjoy diving throughout the year!
If you're interested in drysuit diving or fun diving in Kushimoto, please feel free to contact us!
We look forward to diving with you!
Today's Diving Conditions
Weather: Sunny
Air Temperature: 9–19°C
Water Temperature: 23.3–24.0°C (Kushimoto / Boat Diving)
Visibility: 10–15 m (Kushimoto / Boat Diving)
Note: Mornings and evenings are getting chilly. If you're diving in a wetsuit, warm clothing for the boat and surface intervals is essential!
We also recommend wearing an inner vest with your wetsuit.
If you get cold easily, a drysuit with light undergarments is a good option.
Recommended Exposure Protection
Drysuit (for ocean diving in Kushimoto )
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