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KAMO Aquarium East beach

Kamo Aquarium, located on the western coast of Tsuruoka City in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan, is renowned for being home to the largest collection of jellyfish in the world. This well-equipped dive site boasts a spacious free parking lot and hygienic flush toilets for convenience. With a maximum depth of 12m and an average depth ranging from 8 to 10m, the area is relatively unaffected by waves and currents, offering a safe and enjoyable experience even for beginner divers.

The underwater landscape at Kamo Aquarium features a variety of habitats, including seaweed beds ranging from 1 to 3m, gravel areas between 4 and 5m, and sandy bottoms from 5m onwards. While large fish and schools may be scarce, the abundance of seaweed fields provides a unique opportunity to witness the fascinating life cycles of various organisms and appreciate the ever-changing beauty of the seabed throughout the year.

Whether you are a beginner or advanced diver, Kamo Aquarium is an ideal destination for underwater exploration. With a visibility of 7m, divers can expect decent clarity to fully appreciate the sights beneath the surface. Located close to attractions like Kamo Rainbow Beach, 藤島由良線, and 今泉, this dive site offers not only incredible underwater experiences but also the opportunity to explore the surrounding area in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan.

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Diving Conditions Score for KAMO Aquarium East beach

8.6
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for KAMO Aquarium East beach

Depth

8m

Visibility

7m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for KAMO Aquarium East beach

Wave Height

0.28m

Wind Speed

4.5 m/s

Water Temp

23.6°C

Visibility

5.02km

Cloud Cover

6%

Wave Period

4.9s

Air Temperature

25.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for KAMO Aquarium East beach
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Dive Score Chart for KAMO Aquarium East beach

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 9.366997069597069/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.18m, Wind 3.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.245243262411346/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at KAMO Aquarium East beach: 06:00
Sunset at KAMO Aquarium East beach: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at KAMO Aquarium East beach are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
9:00

Score: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.18m (4.55s), Wind: 3.3 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.22m, Wind: 10.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for KAMO Aquarium East beach
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at KAMO Aquarium East beach

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for KAMO Aquarium East beach

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for KAMO Aquarium East beach

January
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 8.0
December
Score: 7.9

Ideal Conditions for KAMO Aquarium East beach

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.8°C / 76.6°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.5m / 47.6ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.2m / 3.9ft

October

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for KAMO Aquarium East beach

KAMO Aquarium East beach shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.8°C) and January the coldest (-2.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). May is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during October to December, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 4, 2026

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