[Making a map by diving!? ] 】 I've been trying to make a map under Water! 🧭🌊 Hello! Yesterday, I had a rare diving course at the popular diving Spot "Fukuura Beach" on the Manazuru Peninsula in Kanagawa Prefecture! The theme this time is..."Making a map in Water"! This is done as part of the "PADI Divemaster Course" aimed at the professional level, but many people are 🗺😊 surprised by how you draw a map when diving On this day, the surface of the water was a little wavy due to the wind, but it was very calm in the water and the transparency was good. In such a quiet sea, I took on the challenge 🧭 of drawing a map while observing the terrain This "Water Map" is one of the steps required to become a PADI Divemaster and is a practical content that tests a variety of skills such as compass navigation, buoyancy control, observation, and teamwork. Using a compass and dive computer, you will measure the direction, depth, and distance to complete ✏️ the Original map Before the course, the participants seemed anxious about whether they would be able to do it properly, but as soon as they actually started, they went into concentration mode. It's a little difficult to read the terrain while maintaining buoyancy, but the navigation skills I learned in the AOW course were put to good use, and it was ☺️ a fun time to feel my growth ---------------------------- 🌟 A diving course aimed at becoming a professional is actually interesting! Hokule'a Shonan offers a "Professional Course" to acquire Divemaster (DM). The word "professional" may seem like a high hurdle, but the course will be carefully supported according to each person's level and pace, so even those who are not confident in their skills can take it with confidence! Currently, many people are participating in the DM Course, and they are ✌️ having fun improving their skills while working hard with their friends If you want to learn more deeply, convey the charm of the ocean, or aim to become an instructor in the future, please take a step forward. Hokule'a Shonan is a PADI 5 Star IDC Center and also Held in Instructor Courses ✨ It's OK even if it's an extension of your hobby! If you are interested, please feel free to contact us 😊 ---------------------------- 📅 You can also make a reservation the day before! It is an environment where you can easily dive. At Hokule'a Shonan, if there is a vacancy in the schedule, it is possible to participate in diving by making a reservation the day before! "Vacation suddenly" or "My schedule has changed and I have free time", please feel free to contact us. We will 🫡 do our best to accommodate your wishes ---------------------------- 🏝 More about Hokule'a Shonan Hokule'a Shonan is a dive shop with a small number of people and reliable support located in Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture. With the theme of "Let's go on a journey to an unseen world!", we help you discover the wonders and joys of Nature through diving. Held in a wide range of tours, mainly on the Izu, Manazuru, and Miura Peninsulas, as well as Okinawa and overseas tours. Implementation more than 300 days of training and tours per year, we can accommodate a wide range of people, from beginners to advanced players and those who aim to become professionals. Why don't you embark on a diving journey to "meet a new you"? 🌊 #HokuleaShonan #DiscoverYourself #FindANewYou #DiveIntoAdventure #ScubaTraining #DiveMasterJourney #UnderwaterMap #DiveAndGrow #OceanExperience #JapaneseDiving #ExploreTheBlue #ScubaLife #SmallGroupDiving #PADI5Star #LetTheSeaSetYouFree

The sea in Kanagawa Prefecture is wonderful! 👏 If you want to enjoy the beautiful world of the sea in the suburbs of Kanto, the sea in Kanagawa Prefecture is recommended. Among them, this time we will introduce the popular diving spot "Iwa". ------------ 🪨 The Attraction of 🪨 Rock Diving Spots "Iwa" is a popular diving spot in the Nishisho area of Kanagawa Prefecture, and the symbolic area is the Iwa Bridge, which was selected as one of the "100 best bridges in Kanagawa". It is a hidden famous landmarks for divers, with crystal clear waters and abundant marine life. The soft coral that spreads throughout the Water Unfolds like a flower field, and you can enjoy 🌸 "cherry blossom viewing during the Water". Colorful pink and purple soft corals grow in clusters, making you feel as if you have entered a fantasy world. It is ✨ a superb view Spot that is sure to be Instagrammable ------------ 🏝️ You can enjoy Hokule'a Shonan comfortably! 🏝️ Hokule'a Shonan has excellent access with about 45 minutes by car to the rock! Meet at Hokule'a Shonan in the morning, then head to the sea of rocks for two leisurely dives before enjoying 🍴 a delicious Local lunch. After that, you don't have to worry about traffic jams, and you can leave at 3pm, so you can spend a day with plenty of time. It is also very popular with repeat customers, such as "I don't feel tired even the next day after work" and "You can easily go day trip diving". 🫶 ------------ ⭐️ Beginners are also welcome! ⭐️ "I want to try diving, but I'm a beginner, so I'm worried..." If you are such a person, please leave it to Hokule'a Shonan! Our store's instructors are experienced and friendly. We will carefully teach you everything from how to use the equipment to tips in water. It's a small-group tour, so even first-timers can participate 💡 with confidence "I want to take a peek into the unknown!" "I want to touch the mysteries of Nature!" If you have such thoughts, let's dive together! 🙏 ------------ 🗓️ Make your reservation as soon as possible! 🗓️ "Water cherry blossom viewing" is one of the special attractions of rock diving. Please experience 🪸 this Spot with its high transparency and fantastic scenery ------------ 📱 📱 Contact us At Hokule'a Shonan, we provide a wide range of support from beginners to experienced divers. Why don't you casually experience the extraordinary world in the suburbs of Kanto? ------------ 📍 Hokule'a Shonan 🚃 30 seconds walk from JR Hiratsuka Station South Exit 🏝️ Small-scale, comfortable and secure diving tour Let's enjoy the charm of the sea in Kanagawa Prefecture together! #KanagawaDiving #IwaDiving #UnderwaterHanami #DayTripFromTokyo #HokuleaShonan #DiveWithUs #ExploreTheBlue #OurOceanCrew #DiveJapan

I've been diving in the wreck & cave of Atami! About 1 hour 🚗 by Car from Hiratsuka I went to a diving Spot in Atami, Spot Access by far the most popular from Kanagawa Prefecture! One of Japan's one of the best sunken ships, the Asahi 16, is waiting there 🚢 This wreck is one of the Specialties of Atami diving, and it is a Spot that tickles the adventurous spirit that divers should visit at least once! The wreck is Dawn! and Powerful. The depth is about 25m, so you will need to be an AOW diver. This is the next step for OW divers. If you want to go, but you're worried about ear removal, neutral buoyancy, and dry suits, don't worry! Even if you are a beginner in diving, you can practice well if you request it, so you can challenge it 😃 with peace of mind This time, a guest from Florida, USA, participated! Therefore, a Japanese ban has been issued for diving this time! The yellowtail was also done 🖐️ entirely in English If you want to practice diving in English, go to Hokule'a, an international diving school. We are also looking for people who can speak English! Diving is a wonderful opportunity to ♪ connect with the world On the way back, I had a delicious Kaisen Donburi bowl at Ishida Shoten in Manazuru, which can be reached by car from Atami, and it was 😃 a very satisfying day In fact, this day was also 🎂✨ the 43rd birthday of Our Store Representative Koike Pachiri 📸 for a commemorative photo with everyone Thank you for the many warm blessings! We will continue to do our best to bring you the charm of Kanagawa, Atami, and the wonderful diving Spot of many, so we will continue to Best regards in the future! #ShipwreckDiving #DiveAdventure #UnderwaterWorld #DiveJapan #AtamiDiving #KanagawaDiving #WreckDivingJapan #OceanLovers #ExploreTheBlue #HokuleaShonan #OurOceanCrew #DiveWithUs #BlueWorldJourney #ScubaTravel

🌊 【Kanagawa】Impression experience in the suburbs of Tokyo! Diving 🌊 with a beautiful view of Manazuru's soft coral Did you know that there is a diving Spot in Kanagawa Prefecture where you can see beautiful soft corals like a painting? 🤩 Just the other day, I went boat diving to the rocks of Manazuru and the scene was absolutely fantastic! 🪸✨ Colorful soft corals vividly colored the world in Water, and along the way, we met Traditional Japanese straw raincoat scorpionfish swimming gracefully. 👀🦁🐟 🌟 There is a to all the wonderful smiling guests who had a good time with us! 🤗 We can't wait to dive with you again! 🤿 🚗 Just a 30-minute Car ride from Our Store in Hiratsuka, Manazuru Rock Boat Diving is a special Spot where you can see the Water world of Impression without long travel! ✨ The instructor will support you firmly, so you can rest assured even if you are a beginner. This Spot is also recommended for photo divers for an unforgettable diving experience near Tokyo. 🙌

The winter sea is soothed by kelp! Impression diving experience in Fukuura, Kanagawa Prefecture Every year at this time of year, many kelp is swaying 🍀 near the surface of the Water Not only for those who like diving, but also for those who are thinking of starting diving, the sea at this time of year is highly recommended. This time, we will introduce 🤿 an Impression diving experience in the sea of Fukuura, Kanagawa Prefecture ✨ The sea is crystal clear in winter! ✨ The sea in Fukuura on this day is 15 meters transparent! Impression by the world under the water that spreads out in front of me 😊 Squid may think that the sea is cold in winter, but in fact, this is the time of year when diving is recommended. This is because in winter, the amount of plankton decreases, so the water becomes very clear and the water becomes much clearer. The sunlight shining into the water sparkles, and a clear blue world Unfolds before ✨ your eyes It is 🏝 so beautiful that you feel that it would be a waste not to dive in the sea in winter 🌳 Diving 🌳 to be soothed by kelp In the sea of Fukuura, you can see 🍃 "swaying kelp" unique to this time of year Scene of the kelp swaying quietly, it seems as if healing time is streaming. When you relax in the water and are surrounded by a kelp forest, you will 😊 feel as if your daily fatigue has been blown away In addition, on this day, the water camera 📸 debuted! I was a little nervous at first, but before I knew it, I was hooked. I clicked the shutter many times at the magnificent view of the blue sea and swaying kelp spreading out in front of me. "I want to take more pictures!" and "What kind of scenery awaits me next?" The Water camera is There are fun that you can't help but get hooked on. 🙌 Hokule'a Shonan makes it easy ♪ to move around 🌸 If it's 🌸 Hokule'a Shonan Just 30 minutes by car from the shop in Hiratsuka to reach 🚙 the dive site in Fukuura The charm of Hokule'a Shonan is that you can go straight to the beautiful sea with outstanding transparency in a short time without the fatigue of traveling long distances. "I want to enjoy the sea casually but firmly." If that's the case, you've come to the right place 🤿 Recommended points for winter diving In winter, the sea is ✅ High transparency, making the scenery look clear ✅ There are few divers, and you can dive leisurely ✅ Nudibranchs and other creatures that can only be encountered in winter can be seen And, actually, there are many charms! In winter, why don't you enjoy leisurely diving in the sea of Kanagawa and Fukuura, which has outstanding transparency? Thank you to 🙏 everyone who participated We look forward to 😊 your next dive at Hokule'a Shonan

🌊 Welcome to the ✨ mysterious and beautiful world of the sea I went again this year! Annual event 3 days 2 nights tour🐋 of Okinawa Impression diving, and dreamy whale watching... It was a special experience that stayed with me all the time. The dance of the dogfish and damselfish flocking in the coral forest was a masterpiece, and it was truly indescribably beautiful. What is the appeal of whale watching? Speaking of winter in Okinawa, whale watching is not to be missed. Humpback whales appear in the waters around Okinawa for breeding in winter, and you can see their Powerful presence right in front of you. By combining whale watching after diving, you can enjoy the waters of Okinawa even deeper. 🐳 Whale Trivia The humpback whale is a large whale that can reach up to 15 meters and weigh up to 30 tons. Their graceful swimming and dynamic jumps (yellowtail ching) are spectacular. Humpback whales are also famous as "singing whales", where male whales sing beautifully to communicate with their mates. 🪸 Beautiful sea with coral forests The sea in Okinawa is also known as the "Coral Forest" where colorful corals spread all over. Corals are an important part of the marine ecosystem, and the colorful fish that live there are truly fantastic. For divers, it is truly a Impression moment to experience such a rich world of the sea up close. Thank you to everyone who participated for a wonderful three days! 😃 Dive, drink, eat... It was a great memory! smile 📅 Next held in: Early March 2026 If you couldn't make it this year, be sure to do it next time! 💪 Experience this unforgettable impression together! Thoughts 🌈 of Hokule'a Shonan At Hokule'a Shonan, we believe that diving is not just an adventure, but a journey to explore the unknown and discover a new side of ourselves. You may be able to meet a new self by encountering Okinawa's rich sea creatures and entrusting yourself to the quiet and serene blue world. "Let's embark on a journey into a world we have not yet seen." We hope you will join us on this tour. 🌊

Meet the blue world and coral paradise 🌊🐠 on the Okinawa main island tour The sea on the main island of Okinawa is as beautiful as if you were lost in another world. Hokule'a Shonan Held in a tour of the main island of Okinawa where you can fully enjoy this charm. In this article, we will introduce you to plenty of fantastic sights that you can encounter during the tour. 【Impression experience 💙 surrounded by the world of blue】 When you dive into the waters of Okinawa, you will see a world of crystal clear blue in front of you. The color of the sea is deep and clear, and you feel as if you are being sucked in. The sunlight shining into the water beautifully highlights the silhouettes of corals and fish, and you will lose track of time. Especially from winter to Spring, the sea in Okinawa is even more transparent, and you can clearly see the details of fish and coral in the distance. During the tour, experienced instructors will provide solid support so that even beginners can enjoy this mysterious sight with peace of mind. 🤿 [A coral paradise 🌿🪸 woven with pale greenery] Okinawa's coral reefs are impressive with their gentle greenish hue. The sight of coral spreading out like a flower garden is truly a paradise under the sea. If you look closely, you can see colorful small fish swimming around energetically in the coral gaps, like a scene from an Anime. 🐟🐡 Coral reefs are an important part of Okinawa's rich ecosystem. In order to protect this beautiful coral reef, Hokule'a Shonan dives while conveying the importance of environmental protection. Participants are also encouraged to be aware of environmentally friendly behaviors. 🌍 【Encounters 🐠🐟 with a variety of fish】 In the waters of the main island of Okinawa, you can encounter a variety of fish, such as colorful tropical fish, schools of blue-purple fish, and small and cute yellow fish. In particular, the fish swim densely near the coral reef, making it a perfect scene that makes you want to take pictures. 📸 On the tour, you can enjoy each of them, admiring schools of fish swimming leisurely and looking for rare creatures hidden behind the rocks. The instructor will also introduce the names and ecology of the fish, so one of the attractions is not only to see them, but also to have a learning experience. 📝 [How to 🧳✈️ participate in the Okinawa main island tour] Hokule'a Shonan's tour of the main island of Okinawa can be enjoyed by everyone, from beginners to experienced people. We propose a plan tailored to the skills and wishes of the participants, so that they can safely experience the beautiful world of the sea. Details and dates of the tour are available on the official website and social media, so be sure to check them out. 👀 Why don't you create your own special memories in the sea of Okinawa? ✨ [The possibilities are endless! ] 🌟】 Hokule'a Shonan supports the first step into the unknown. In the sparkling blue waters of Okinawa, let's embark on a journey to free your mind and find a new you. 🌊💫

[Hokule'a Shonan] is certified by the PADI 5 Star ID Center! [Hokule'a Shonan goes to the PADI5 Star ID Center] Hokule'a Shonan is the seventh dive shop in Kanagawa Prefecture to be officially certified as a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center (PADI 5 Star ID Center) in July 2024! [What is the PADI 5 Star ID Center?] 】 The PADI 5 Star ID Center is a special dive center 🤿 that not only meets the standards of a 5 Star Dive Center, but also provides training from beginner Sense OW divers to aspiring professional instructors This certification is awarded only to 5-Star Dive Centers that meet the following four PADI criteria and are recognized for their higher water level education and achievements: Education: We offer a wide range of educational programs from beginner to advanced Participation in community activities: Contribution through activities and events in the local community Environmental Protection Activities: Proactive Efforts to Protect the Environment Equipment & Experience: Extensive diving equipment and high-quality diving experience In this way, the PADI 5 Star ID Center is a certification built on our desire to "share the joy of diving with as many people as possible" and our belief that we want to provide safe, high-quality services to divers. [A diving experience that you can enjoy with peace of mind] Hokule'a Shonan is a small dive shop, but they put a lot of effort into meticulous care and safety measures. Since we try to respond closely to each customer, we have created an environment where you can Fun diving with peace of mind while valuing the relationship of trust between the instructor and the customer. Under the theme of "Let's embark on a journey to a world we have not yet seen!", we want to provide an exciting experience of discovering new worlds and values through diving. Hokule'a Shonan is not just a diving experience, but also a place where you can feel comfortable in harmony with nature and discover a new you. We will continue to work hard to bring you new discoveries that inspire your sense of adventure, experiences that make you feel Gari connect with your Nature, and Impression that will last a lifetime. When you come to our shop, we would be happy if you could talk a little about the sea!

🌼🆕 Nagano Prefecture Sakuho Town Pamphlet 🌼 Hello 🌟 everyone This is the Nagano Prefecture Sakuho Town Tourism Association. The pamphlet of Sakuho Town, Nagano Prefecture has been renewed! 😸👏🏻👏🏻 From today, it is placed in the Sakuho Town Zone of Nagano Prefecture at the Roadside Station Yachiho Highlands Visitor Center, so please 🌼💫✨ feel free to take it In addition to Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture, we also handle pamphlets for Minamimaki Village, Kitaaiki Village, Minamiaigi Village, Koumi Town, and Kawakami Village. Please feel free to stop by ✨

[Forest Hall Last Events "Thank you, and keep up the good work."] 】 The Popular café "Mori no Hall", which has many fans not only from outside the In the town but also from all over the country, will come to an end on March 30, 2025. Held in a two-day Events with shops and artists who have been involved in the past gathering to liven up the final! ✴✴︎ ︎Orchard Glass Venue︎ ✴✴︎ A certain day (café), Masao Takahata (miscellaneous goods), Chihiro Nishi (miscellaneous goods), Ai Kawai (Workshop "Let's draw forest animals with chalk art!" and miscellaneous goods) Workshops are 1,500 yen per session (time required: about 30 minutes) and are accepted at the venue at any time. ✴✴︎ ︎Forest Hall Venue︎ ✴✴︎ Mori no Hakari (café and cakes), gusco (baked goods), Shosha General Store (miscellaneous goods), Kurimichi (bread and baked goods), Yorogyu Yamamoto Farm (milk and baked goods), TEGAMISHA CAFE & BREWERY (desserts and craft beer) Let's have fun together! We look 🧸🍰🍬 forward to seeing you Forest Hall Last Events "Thank you, and keep up the good work." Saturday, March 22, 2025, 10:00-17:00, Sunday, March 23, 2025, 10:00-16:00 Venue: Forest Hall, Orchard Grass (Kawayu Onsen, Hokkaido), JR Kawayu Onsen Station Area Address: 2-1-2 Kawayu Ekimae, Teshikaga-cho, Kawakami-gun, Hokkaido Phone: 015-483-2906 (Forest Hall) *Vacation in March is 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, 26th. Please note that the schedule is different from usual. Illustrated by Masao Takahata

[Notice of start of reservation for Komadeike campsite] Spring is almost here 🌸, although the cold days are still going on Today, reservations for "Komadeike Campground", a campsite in Sakuho Town, have 👏🏻 started First of all, reservations are made until the end of May, and it is 🌳🌳 a wonderful time for highlands plants such as azaleas, birches and fresh greenery of larch Information for the 2025 season is Open to the public on the Komadeike Campground Home page! Please take a look 🎶 🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️ [Start of reservation] March 5, 10:00 a.m. (Use reservation until May 31) *Please note that reservations will not be accepted by Phone until April 18. ⁡ [Business period] April 18 – November 24 * There are also plans with short business days such as cottages and bungalows. Business days: Friday, April 18, 2025 - Monday, November 24, 2025 * Check-out only on the last day Cottages and bungalows: from 21 April to 10 November Showers (Green Tree Auto Sanitary Building): 18 April to 3 November * The central shower building will be open until the last day. Reservation start date Reservations are available from 10:00 a.m. on March 5 to May 31 Reservations from 10:00 a.m. on April 5 to June 30 Reservations are available from 10:00 a.m. on May 5 to July 31 Reservations are made from 10:00 a.m. on June 5 to August 31 Reservations are available from 10:00 a.m. on July 5 to September 30 Reservations are available from 10:00 a.m. on August 5 to October 31 Reservations from 10:00 a.m. on September 5 to November 23 Please refrain from making tentative reservations. We will confirm if you are booking for 2 consecutive weeks or for 5 nights or more. Please note that if it is judged to be malicious, we may forcibly cancel it. ⚠︎Major changes for ⚠the 2025 season︎ ☑️Implementation of Komadeike Kayaking Events on Saturdays and Sundays from July to September * Held in regular Events that were popular at last year's KOMATSURI. Events where you can slowly go around Komade Pond, where all activities are usually prohibited. ☑️ Exclusive plan for reception on the day of solo camping is now available ☑️ Introduction of two-Room tents to rental tents * Snowpeak's Elfield will be available in limited quantities. Try the now-commonplace two-Room tent at an affordable price. ☑️ Maintenance of a path where you can walk around Komade Pond (planned) ☑️ Started [excursion service until you return] that can be used at Yachi Cafe in the Roadside Station Yachiho Highlands * One driver will receive Yatsugatake Original Blend Yachi Coffee at half price. Please drive safely while drinking delicious coffee before riding on the highway on the way home. Other, minor changes 🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️

🌊March 5th is Coral Day! Protecting 🪸 the future of coral reefs Today, March 5th, is [Coral Day]! 🌍 Named after a pun on the words "3 (san)" and "5 (go)", the anniversary aims to raise awareness of the importance of coral reefs and raise awareness of conservation efforts. 🐠 What is a coral reef? Why is it important? 🌊 Coral reefs are an integral part of the marine ecosystem. Not only does it create a beautiful seascape, but it also serves as a habitat for many marine life. It also plays a role in purifying sea water, absorbing carbon dioxide, and cushioning the impact of tsunamis, making it a very important part of the global environment. ⚠️ However, in recent years, coral reefs around the world have Located in in crisis due to climate change, marine pollution, overfishing, and other factors. In particular, coral bleaching due to rising sea water temperatures is a serious problem. 🌏 It's important for each of us to start with what we can do. 🏝️ Three important roles played by coral reefs 1️🐟 ⃣ A paradise for marine life Coral reefs, also known as the "cradle of the sea," provide a rich environment for a wide variety of organisms, including tropical fish, sea turtles, and sharks. 2️🌎 ⃣ Nature's filters to protect the ocean and the planet Corals absorb carbon dioxide and purify sea water. In coastal areas, it also absorbs the energy of waves and reduces the damage caused by tsunamis and storm surges. 3️🛫 ⃣ Attractiveness of Tourist Resources and Ecotourism The coral reef waters are a popular Spot for tourists who enjoy diving and snorkeling. It also serves as a base point for ecotourism and is an important Minamoto to support the local economy. 🌱 5 Things You Can Do to Protect Coral Reefs ✅ 🛍️ Opt for eco-friendly products 　For daily necessities and cosmetics, consider that they will stream into the ocean, and choose environmentally friendly ingredients. In particular, it is important to choose an anti-UV cream with "coral-friendly" ingredients. ✅ 🚯 Reducing plastic waste and keeping our oceans clean 　Try to reduce single-use plastics and pick up trash on the Coast. Plastic waste has a serious impact on marine life. ✅ ♻️ Be aware of actions to prevent Global Warming 　Coral bleaching is caused by rising sea water temperatures. Be aware of actions that contribute to Global Warming measures, such as saving electricity, using renewable energy, and eco-Drive. ✅ 🤿 Observe good manners when diving and snorkeling 　When diving or snorkeling, be careful not to damage the coral. If you kick it with your fins or touch it unconsciously, the coral can easily be damaged. ✅ 💙 Participate in coral reef conservation efforts 　Participating in environmental groups and local cleanup efforts can help protect coral reefs more directly. Online donations and coral farming support are also options. 🌊 Let's 🪸 connect beautiful coral reefs to the future In order to protect the future of coral reefs, it is essential for each of us to be aware of and take action. Whether you enjoy diving or not, protecting the marine environment Gari protects our entire planet. 💡 Let's be aware of "what we can do today" and act together to connect beautiful coral reefs to the future! 🌍 What actions do you take to protect corals? Think about it! ---------------------- 😍 The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen! 🇯🇵🗻
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 🏠1 hour from JR Tokyo Station + 30 seconds 🚶 ♀️ walk from JR Hiratsuka Station

A samurai diver is born! ?️ When I asked ChatGPT to make a group photo of divers in the Edo period, I was able to create 😅 something like this Everyone's face is a little scary, but it's funny 😂 Maybe people in the past used to dive like this...? 🤔 If there had been Scuba Diving in the Edo period, I wonder what style it would have been! What kind of Japanese-style diving gear would you make? 👘 ---------------------- 😍 The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen! 🇯🇵🗻
 🤿 Dive Shop Hokule'a Shonan 🏝️ ⭐️ Experience Diving
 ⭐️ Snorkeling
 ⭐️ Sense acquisition
 ⭐️ Fun Diving

 We have a program that everyone can enjoy, from beginners to professional divers! 
 Small group size, so even beginners can feel safe and secure ✨ PADI 5-Star Certified Center🏅

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 🤿 Dive Shop Hokule'a Shonan 🏝️
 🏠1 hour from JR Tokyo Station + 30 seconds 🚶 ♀️ walk from JR Hiratsuka Station

Neighborhood Diving! 🚙✨ Enjoy it in Enoura! Today, I enjoyed diving in Enoura, the sea of Kanagawa, which is only 35 minutes away from the store! 🏝️✨ 📍 江之浦, 小田原市, Kanagawa I'm really happy 😊 that the sea is so beautiful even though it's so close 🏖️ < There are plenty of diving Spot that can be reached in less than 1 hour!> From the Hokule'a Shonan shop, you can access many dive sites such as Enoura, Iwa, Fukuura, Zushi, Shizuura, etc.! 🚙💨 Today's schedule is truly a luxurious day ✨ ☀️ Leisurely dive 🤿 in the morning 🍽 Enjoy a delicious lunch on the way back ⏰ Before you know it, it's only 14 o'clock! What to do after this? In this way, you can enjoy both diving and private time, which is the charm of neighborhood diving! 📍 < Transparency 15m> Today, we were divided into a fun dive team and an underwater mapping team! 🔦 Swim between tetrapods and feel adventurous! 📍 The underwater mapping team is also practicing on the surface of the water to improve their skills! 💪 Growing to become a Divemaster! Acclaimed, followed by ✨ the best seas Let's dive together! 🐠😊 📩 For reservations and inquiries, please contact DM! ---------------------- 😍 The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen! 🇯🇵🗻
 🤿 Dive Shop Hokule'a Shonan 🏝️ ⭐️ Experience Diving
 ⭐️ Snorkeling
 ⭐️ Sense acquisition
 ⭐️ Fun Diving

 We have a program that everyone can enjoy, from beginners to professional divers! 
 Small group size, so even beginners can feel safe and secure ✨ PADI 5-Star Certified Center🏅

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Hawk crab 🦀 × Strawberry 🍓 × Diving 🤿 📍 Ida, Nishi-Izu, Shizuoka It's that time of year again! ✨ Annual event, Winter Accommodation Tour in Ida! Of course, you can enjoy diving in the sparkling sea with a transparency of 20 meters, but speaking of the Fun of after-dive... Gourmet! 😋 Suruga Bay, which stretches out on the west side of the Izu Peninsula, is the deepest bay in Japan. Surrounded by green mountains and quiet coves, Ida is a lovely and laid-back place with 🌿✨ rape fields in full bloom in early Spring And! Speaking of Suruga Bay... 🦀 One of the world's largest crabs! Precious crabs that can only be eaten here are luxuriously served at the inn that takes care of them every year! 🤩 Takaashi crab that appears in a surprising volume, heaping sashimi, Cooked fish... Anyway, I can't eat it all! If you eat it with crab miso that seems to overflow, it's already too good ... 🤤✨ And the next day... Strawberry picking 🍓✨! In Izu, you can enjoy 😍 not only seafood, but also sweet and juicy strawberries Eat freshly picked ripe strawberries to your heart's content and be very satisfied with the tour until the end! This year, everyone will eat, drink, dive, laugh, "I can't stop diving because of this!" is a big Gari! 😁🎶 For Hokule'a Shonan tours, please 👍 leave not only diving but also sightseeing and gourmet food A special tour where you can spend a luxurious time while enjoying the seasonal flavors unique to winter. ✨ We will ✨💡 provide you with the best day ---------------------- 😍 The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen! 🇯🇵🗻
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 🏠1 hour from JR Tokyo Station + 30 seconds 🚶 ♀️ walk from JR Hiratsuka Station

Are you Pikachu? 📍 Osezaki, Nishi-Izu, Shizuoka Would you like to search for Pokemon in the ocean with us? 🌊✨🤩 ---------------------- 😍 The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen! 🇯🇵🗻
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⭐️ Experience Diving
 ⭐️ Snorkeling
 ⭐️ Sense acquisition
 ⭐️ Fun Diving

 We have a program that everyone can enjoy, from beginners to professional divers! 
 Small group size, so even beginners can feel safe and secure ✨ PADI 5-Star Certified Center🏅

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 🏠1 hour from JR Tokyo Station + 30 seconds 🚶 ♀️ walk from JR Hiratsuka Station

📷✨ Plenty of photo dives in Osezaki! ✨📷 I have enjoyed 😁 photo diving in Nishi-Izu and Osezaki More than 200 photos were taken in one day, and it was a very fulfilling dive! 👏 In addition, you will also encounter 🐡✨ a large group of hot puffer fish I was very excited about the fantastic sight! The charm of the underwater world is profound 🌊💙 ---------------------- 😍 The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen! 🇯🇵🗻
 🤿 Dive Shop Hokule'a Shonan 🏝️ ⭐️ Experience Diving
 ⭐️ Snorkeling
 ⭐️ Sense acquisition
 ⭐️ Fun Diving

 We have a program that everyone can enjoy, from beginners to professional divers! 
 Small group size, so even beginners can feel safe and secure ✨ PADI 5-Star Certified Center🏅
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 🏠1 hour from JR Tokyo Station + 30 seconds 🚶 ♀️ walk from JR Hiratsuka Station

Back to Atami! 🤿 📍 Atami City, Shizuoka Continuing from yesterday, dive into the waters of Atami! 🌊 The inside of the sea changes every day, so you have to go right away so as not to miss the "seasonal" sea! 👍 🔹 Transparency is more than 15m! In the clear blue water, the huge wreck "Asahi 16" with a total length of 81 meters has an overwhelming presence 👏 This wreck lies in the sand at a depth of about 30 meters, and the depth of water on the deck is about 20 meters. The ship was originally carrying gravel and is said to have sunk in 1986. It is one of the largest divable wrecks in Japan, and its sense of scale is impressive! 🚢✨ Parts of the crumbling hull are thrilling 🤩, almost like an adventure movie 🔹 We also dived into the cave point, which is limited to the winter season! On a sunny day, the cave is flooded with light and has a fantastic beauty. There is no doubt that it is a special experience unique to this time of year! And... Two new AOW* divers have been born! 👏🎉 Thank you to 😊 everyone who participated ✨ Limited time cave diving until March! ✨ Atami boat requests, welcome to do so! 🚤💙 ---------------------------------------- *What is Advanced Open Water (AOW)? It is a qualification that allows you to dive deeper than the first Sense OW (Open Water) and in special environments. ----------------------
 😍 The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen! 🇯🇵🗻
 🤿 Dive Shop Hokule'a Shonan 🏝️
 ⭐️ Experience Diving
 ⭐️ Snorkeling
 ⭐️ Sense acquisition
 ⭐️ Fun Diving

 We have a program that everyone can enjoy, from beginners to professional divers! 
 Small group size, so even beginners can feel safe and secure ✨ PADI 5-Star Certified Center🏅

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 🤿 Dive Shop Hokule'a Shonan 🏝️
 🏠1 hour from JR Tokyo Station + 30 seconds 🚶 ♀️ walk from JR Hiratsuka Station

Enjoy the winter sea! Heal with ✨ a neighborhood dive It's close, it's beautiful, it's funny, and it's the best 😄 Only 40 minutes by car from the shop in Hiratsuka! I dived at the neighborhood point "Manazuru / Enoura"! The visibility was 15m, the weather was clear 🌞, and it was 👏 a perfect diving day Diving in the glitter is soothing ✨ I was also able 🤗 to meet the lord of Enoura "Kobudai" It was very powerful! In addition, a commemorative photo with Doraemon is also perfect 📸 Thank you to 🙏 everyone who participated After all, the sea in winter is beautiful and awesome! ---------------------- 😍 Embark on an unforgettable diving trip! 🌊 Let's 🇯🇵🗻 enjoy the beautiful sea of Japan with "Hokule'a Shonan" ⭐️ Experience Diving ⭐️ Snorkeling ⭐️ Sense acquisition ⭐️ Fun Diving We have a program that everyone can enjoy, from beginners to professional divers! Small group size, so even beginners can feel safe and secure ✨ PADI 5-Star Certified Center🏅 ---------------------- 🤿 Dive Shop Hokule'a Shonan 🏝️ 🏠1 hour from JR Tokyo Station + 30 seconds 🚶 ♀️ walk from JR Hiratsuka Station

Love Live! Sunshine!! Aqours 果南の海 大瀬崎 🩵💙 Popular anime "Love Live! I got the magazine "DIVER" in collaboration with! This magazine was published in 2017! 😃 Here in Osezaki, the anime "Love Live! Although it is not a direct stage, it often appears on posters and magazine covers, and is a famous landmark that represents Numazu City. In addition, Osezaki It is also one of diving Spot Izu one of the best overlooking Mt. Fuji. With its Rich in nature environment, diverse terrain, and diverse creatures, it is known as the "western yokozuna of diving" visited by divers from all over the country. The cover of "DIVER" that I got this time is Kanan 💙🩵 Matsuura of Aqours And the stage of the cover is the "bay" area of Osezaki! 🗻🌊 The photo I took this time is also in the same place as the cover in this "bay". In addition, the magazine also introduced the "Torii (shrine gate)" ⛩️✨ that symbolizes Osezaki It will be a wonderful memory to try experience diving in Osezaki as well as a pilgrimage to the Holy Land! Whether you're a Love Live fan or a diving fan, why don't you take this opportunity to enjoy the beauty and charm of Osezaki? ---------------------- 😍 Embark on an unforgettable diving trip! 🌊 Let's 🇯🇵🗻 enjoy the beautiful sea of Japan with "Hokule'a Shonan" ⭐️ Experience Diving ⭐️ Snorkeling ⭐️ Sense acquisition ⭐️ Fun Diving We have a program that everyone can enjoy, from beginners to professional divers! Small group size, so even beginners can feel safe and secure ✨ PADI 5-Star Certified Center🏅 ---------------------- 🤿 Dive Shop Hokule'a Shonan 🏝️ 🏠1 hour from JR Tokyo Station + 30 seconds 🚶 ♀️ walk from JR Hiratsuka Station

It's finally here! Dogashima 🎉 📍 Shizuoka, Nishi-Izu Hello! This time, I went diving at Dogashima, a popular spot in Nishi-Izu! It was a point that I had been interested in for a long time recently, so I am very excited 💡✨ to be able to visit it [This place is amazing! ] Attraction points of ✨ Dogashima] Speaking of Dogashima, the natural monument "Tensodo" is known as a famous landmarks. The unusual boat diving style that sails from here is fascinating! Taking a boat ride through a dimly lit cave to a dive site is like the beginning of an adventure. You can experience an extraordinary feeling from the moment you set sail, so you can't stop feeling excited! Please experience 😃 this tour where you can feel the ease and comfort unique to boat diving [Impression of the undersea Hot Spring! ] ♨️】 What surprised me even more was that I was able to experience an undersea Hot Spring while diving! Impression fills my heart ... 🥹✨ 🖼️The third photo shows me touching the Hot Spring Minamoto spring! [A new AOW* diver has been born! ] 👏】 On this tour, we have a new Advanced Open Water (AOW)* diver! It is also an ideal environment for those who want to further improve their skills in the future. From beginners to advanced divers, it is a recommended Spot for stepping up and acquiring Sense! Dogashima has been added 🐠💖 to the list of Spots that we would like to recommend ---------------------------------------- *What is Advanced Open Water (AOW)? It is a qualification that allows you to dive deeper than the first Sense OW (Open Water) and in special environments. ---------------------------------------- 🤿 Information 🤿 for the next Dogashima tour The next tour will be Held in on Saturday, March 8th! If you are interested, please 🙏 make a reservation as soon as possible We also welcome requests for dates other than those listed above! Please feel free to contact us 😁

Speaking of caves, this is it! !️ That's right, Kummi 👀✨ 📍 Shizuoka Nishi-Izu Kummi After enjoying diving, we all went to the ♨️ Hot Spring together. In fact, Kummi is also a Famous Hot Spring Spot! There's many 🎵 more to diving than just sea adventures We had 😃 the best day Why don't you experience the mysterious sea and Hot Spring of Kummi too? 🩵 Check out the profile link for details! !️🌊

Rear-end collision caution ⚠️😆 Bizen jellyfish 🪼 Go to Shizuura in Nishi-Izu for a diving Sense course! !️ 📍 Shizuoka, Numazu City, Shizuura The diving Spot, which is about an hour from the shop in Hiratsuka, is extremely interesting 🎵 This photo is of the sea 🌊 in Shizuura taken in October The sea conditions are calm and the weather is sunny ☀️ The transparency is good and there is nothing to 👍 say. The sparkling water is the best healing space 😁✨ From autumn to winter, a large number of bizen jellyfish occur 🪼🪼🪼 at this time of year If you're crazy, you'll be rear-ended by a jellyfish, so be careful. 🤗 However, there is no 📸 doubt that this underwater photo is Instagrammable There was 🐠 a pair of Traditional Japanese straw raincoat and a child in a bleached sea anemone I'm looking forward to the revival of sea anemones next year! Sense was successfully acquired, and a new diver was born 🎉 Thank you for 😄 your participation There are many life-changing diving experiences waiting for you! !️

Refreshment Diving 🫧 📍 江之浦, 小田原市, Kanagawa Thrilling as a couple?! Exciting! Na Diving 🤿 for the first time in a long time yellowtail What is Refresh Diving? "I want to dive, but I'm worried because it's been a long time since I've had a yellowtail." "I have a skill that I'm not good at, and I'm worried about going diving..." This is 😃 a return-to-diver program to refresh the knowledge and skills necessary for diving and to be able to enjoy the sea with peace of mind In this course, we will check your breathing and practice neutral buoyancy! I 👍 improved a lot in one day At Hokule'a Shonan, requests for refresher courses are welcome! Any concerns or unclear points about diving in the eaves yellowtail Please feel free to tell us ✋

Lots of ✨ things to see 📍 Nishi-Izu, Shishihama About 1 hour 🚙 by car from the shop in Hiratsuka Shishihama in Shizuoka Prefecture is a popular diving spot packed with many things to see! 🐟 What, that Roman "mouth of truth" is also here?! 😆🇮🇹 You can 📸 also enjoy it as a photo Spot From deep to shallow, you can 😁 enjoy it at various points Perfect for those of you who are looking for a "close and interesting sea"! Would you like to make new discoveries at Shishihama? ✨ 🛟 Requests are now being accepted! We will ✋ propose a diving plan according to your wishes. Interested parties, please feel free to contact us!

Ebi-chan 💜🤍💚 Don't you think this color and pattern are too fashionable? ✨ Recommended for photo divers Nishi-Izu and Shizuura 📷 The shrimp in the photo are everywhere. You can 😄👍 take a picture of each person

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Nagano Prefecture Sakuho Town Tourism Association. Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture is located on the east side of Nagano Prefecture in the middle of Japan, across the Chikuma River and is shaped like spreading its wings to the left and right. We will introduce many attractions such as recommended information and sightseeing spots of Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture, so please enjoy it. – – – Recommended Sightseeing spots in Sakuho Town, Nagano Prefecture – – ◆ Shirakoma Pond In the vast primeval forest of Kita Yatsugatake, a mysterious lake full of fresh water. It is the largest natural lake in Japan with an elevation of more than 2,100 meters. The trail to the lake is surrounded by a primeval forest of hemlocks, spruces, and birches that are hundreds of years old, and the ground is covered with moss that looks like a green carpet. You can easily see the changing seasons woven by alpine plants and nature, and it is also famous as a gateway to climbing and trekking of Hidemine Yatsugatake. ◆ Moss forest A "moss forest" with 519 types of moss Japan was selected by the Bryophytes Society as a "Japan Precious Moss Forest". When you step into the forest, you will be fascinated by the blue moss that spreads all over the place. The area around Shirakoma Pond is named after 10 forests. Each forest has its own characteristics, and the type of moss There are also different. Please visit the mysterious Kita Yatsugatake "Moss Forest". ◆Cluster of trees The Yachiho Highlands, located northeast of the birch cluster of trees, which is considered to be the most beautiful in No.1 in Japan, is a plateau formed by volcanic activity. As many as 500,000 birches grow in clusters on a vast land of about 200 hectares. It is a light forest, with vertical rows of white trees with slightly bright green foliage, and the sound of the wind is pleasant. Famous as a Cluster of trees of Mountain azaleas, Mitsuba azaleas, Renge azaleas, and Doudan azaleas, it is a rich white forest with a very beautiful contrast with birches. ◆Yachiho Highland Nature Park In the vast park, a grove of Nature forests rich in variety such as birch, larch, and mizunara, a clear Mountain stream, two waterfalls, and a wide variety of wildflowers change their appearance with the seasons and gently welcome those who visit. There are three walking courses of different lengths, and it is also attractive that you can enjoy an exhilarating walk while listening to the singing of wild birds. ◆Yachiho Highlands Flower Garden A flower arboretum at 1,600m Elevation. While walking on the Highlands, you can observe the native birch forest, clumps of grass, and wildflowers up close. There are Mountain streams, ponds, and waterfalls along the walking path, and you can enjoy the scenery of clear water and plants, as well as wild birds that come in search of water. ◆ Komadeike Campground A campsite with a good location surrounded by birch forests, which are said to be the most beautiful in No.1 in Japan. Komade Pond, the symbol of the Komadeike Campground, is a masterpiece with the blue sky and trees reflecting like a mirror on a clear day. ◆◆Tourist Information of Sakuho Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture is an attractive sightseeing spot where the beautiful Nature and traditions of Shinshu are alive. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce Tourist Information full of the charm of Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture, so thank you!

🌳 Is this a fairytale world? 🌳✨ When I look back at the photos of the shop, I am always amazed that such a fairytale-like scenery is spread out in the sea so close to me! The photo shows Nishi-Izu 🌳 in Spring. The seaweed grows as beautifully as a forest, and the soft Spring light shines through the water, and the breath of life is overflowing 🌸✨. The sea of Japan has a rich expression of the four seasons, and new discoveries There are every time you visit. I would be happy 🇯🇵 if I could share with everyone who reads it the opportunity to love the sea of Japan even more ------------------------------------- 💬 Let us know in 😃 the comments Would you like to feel the charm of diving in the waters of Japan? 🌸🐠🐢 Tag your ocean-loving friends and plan your next adventure together! ------------------------------------- Let's 😍 enjoy diving together Hokule'a Shonan offers hands-on courses that even beginners can participate in with confidence, a PADI certification program that allows you to qualify in three days, and special tours that allow you to fully enjoy the charm of the sea in all four seasons. The Izu Peninsula, Manazuru Peninsula, and Shonan area can be participated in even on a day trip! Why don't you enjoy the beautiful scenery and encounters with creatures in the water with outstanding transparency? Now it's time to take the first step towards an unforgettable diving experience! 🌸✨

🏝️ Tokyo's Paradise: Izu Oshima Island ✨ From the night of January 8th to January 11th, I went to Izu Oshima Island! It's 🏝️ a paradise just 90 minutes from Tokyo The transparency of the sea is outstanding, and the visibility is ✨ more than 30 meters In addition, the miracle 🐢🩵✨ of encountering sea turtles at all points In total, we were able to see 18 sea turtles! 🤩 Try 🌙 night diving The fantastic beauty of the light looking up from the water soothed 👏 my heart It was a fulfilling three days of diving, eating, and resting 💤. I enjoyed 9 dives! 😆🤿 Unfortunately, the boat did not leave the originally planned Shikinejima...... It was changed to the Izu Oshima Island tour in a hurry, Thanks to everyone who participated, it was a 👍 great tour There is a really! 🙌 ----------------------------- 🐠 [Next Announcement] 🌟 Shikinejima Revenge Tour is scheduled to be held in in April! Ladies and gentlemen, let's ♨️ go together 🌟 Izu Oshima Island tours are also being requested! Please let us know 👌 your preferred dates

Nagasaki Prefecture Saikai City Tourism Association ♪ This is an introduction to the Saikai Bridge that connects Saikai City and Sasebo City Hario. The days are still cold, but from around February next month, "Kawazu cherry blossoms" will continue to bloom, and "Someiyoshino" will bloom at the end of March, and you can enjoy the wonderful scenery! "Nationally Designated Important Cultural Property Saikai Bridge" It is a red bridge that connects Inoura Township, Seihi Town, Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture, and Hario Higashi Town, Sasebo City. The Saikai Bridge was built in October 1955 (Showa 30) to connect Sasebo City and the Nishisonogi Peninsula (Saikai City) to Inoura Seto, one of Japan's three major rapid tides. It is 316 m long and 42 m above sea level. At that time, the Saikai Bridge was the third largest bridge of this type in the world and the largest bridge in the East. It took four years from the start of construction and was completed using the best technology in Japan. Since whirlpools of up to 10 m in diameter occur at Inoura Seto, it was not possible to erect support pillars in the sea during construction, so the "sirder-type lifting method" was used, in which the pillars were protruded from both shores by precision operation, assembled, and finally closed at the center. 2020 (Reiwa 2) designated as a National Important Cultural Property on December 23, the first bridge built after the war. "Saikai Bridge Park" It is a tourist park with an area of 37 ha around the Saikai Bridge. Athletic and sledding slopes are also available, making it a popular park for Families. It is also recommended to bring a lunch box and have a picnic. In Spring, you can see about 1,000 cherry blossoms and the Saikai Bridge. "New Saikai Bridge" It is a light blue bridge completed in Heisei 18) (2006) as part of the toll road Pearl Line. The main bridge is 300 m, the cove is 320 m, and the total length is 620 m. There is a promenade under the road, and there is also an observation window that allows you to look into the sea surface. The view from directly above during the high tide in March, when the whirlpool occurs, is a masterpiece! Both the Saikai side and the Sasebo City side are equipped with Car parking lot and toilets where large buses can be parked Car. Please come and visit Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture.