The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world
Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen!
Nice to meet you! "Hokule'a Shonan" is a homely dive shop located in Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Hokule'a comes from the legend that ancient Polynesians relied on the stars to discover the Hawaiian Islands. We, Hokule'a Shonan, have inherited that spirit and are helping our customers discover a new self through contact with the splendor of the sea and Nature under the theme of "Let's go on a journey to a world that has not yet been seen!" Experience the peace of mind and liberation underwater, as well as the excitement of the unknown.
The Ocean Connects the World 🌎✨
Embark on a Journey to the Unknown!
Welcome to Hokulea Shonan, a cozy diving shop in Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa, south of Tokyo.
Inspired by the Polynesian legend of Hokule’a, we invite you to explore the wonders of the sea and connect with nature under the theme: "Embark on a Journey to the Unknown!"
Discover peace, freedom, and excitement underwater while uncovering a new side of yourself through the beauty of the ocean.
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The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world
Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen!
Nice to meet you! "Hokule'a Shonan"
It is a cozy dive shop in Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Hokule'a comes from the legend that ancient Polynesians relied on the stars to discover the Hawaiian Islands. We, Hokule'a Shonan, have inherited that spirit and are helping our customers discover a new self through contact with the splendor of the sea and Nature under the theme of "Let's go on a journey to a world that has not yet been seen!" Please experience the peace of mind and liberation under the sea, and the excitement of the unknown!
【Charm of Hokule'a Shonan】
(1) Good location, a 30-second walk from JR Hiratsuka Station! 🚃✨👍
Excellent Access 30 seconds walk from JR Hiratsuka Station. Feel free to stop by on your way home from work, school, or during a break!
(2) Enjoy the best diving spots near Tokyo! 🐠🐬🦈🪸
With Hiratsuka as Base point, you can easily enjoy Day trip diving on the Izu Peninsula and the Manazuru Peninsula. Leave the beautiful sea, such as Zushi and Hayama in the Local Shonan, to Hokule'a Shonan!
(3) Small-group and attentive beginner course. 🤿😃
The Sense Course for beginners is a small group of up to 2 people. In a relaxed atmosphere, you can take your time without difficulty.
(4) Held in monthly resort tours around the beautiful sea that Japan is proud of. 🇯🇵🌊✨
Why don't you enjoy the best beaches and oceans in Japan on a carefully selected resort tour? We're here to help you travel to the finest sea!
(5) Make fellow divers at fun Events and parties! 🍷🎉
We regularly Held in Events and parties where you can share the joy of diving. Meet new friends!
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Thinking about the future of the oceans and what we can do on World Environment Day
Hello, this is 🌊 Hokule'a Shonan
June 5 is World Environment Day 🌏
For those of us who face the sea every day and work to deliver the charm of the sea,
This is a special day with a very important meaning.
When you hear the word "environmental issues," you may feel that it is a distant story.
Issues that should be addressed by the government and companies, and what experts should consider
It's easy to think like that.
The truth is that environmental issues do not belong to "anyone" but to each of us.
For example, straws and plastic shopping bags from convenience stores that you used casually.
Even if you think you have thrown it away properly, it will be blown away by the wind and washed away by the rain.
Thereare you may end up in the sea.
As a result, more and more plastic waste continues to grow in the ocean.
If we don't do anything,
It is said that 😢 by 2050, the amount of plastic in the ocean will exceed the amount of fish
And the fish that accidentally ate the plastic died,
Sea turtles are dying, whales are dying, and seabirds are dying.
Is that the kind of future we really want? 🐢🐟🐋🕊️
What we can do doesn't have to be big.
However, each of them has the power to change the future in a big way.
For example
✅ Don't "opt" for single-use plastic products
✅ "Picking up" plastic waste that has fallen on the Coast
Even the smallest actions can eventually lead to big changes.
One thing 🌱 you can do today
In Hokule'a Shonan, through diving and snorkeling,
I feel that it is our mission to focus on and convey both the beauty of the ocean and the challenges we are currently facing.
Passing on the beautiful ocean to the next generation.
Why don't you start doing just one thing today?
#WorldEnvironmentDay #OceanPlastic #OneActionCanChangeTheFuture #ProtectOurOceans #DiveAgainstDebris #PADI #SDGs14 #ProjectAware #HokuleaShonan
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【Hatsushima Diving Experience】An urban resort that can be reached in 90 minutes from Tokyo! 🌊🏝
Hello! This is 😊 Hokule'a Shonan
This time, we will deliver the Scenes of the diving tour on Hatsushima Island, "The best island near and interesting"!
Hatsushima is about 30 minutes by ferry from Atami City in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Access from Hiratsuka, where Our store is located, is only one and a half hours away, so it is a perfect Spot for Day trip diving from Tokyo and Kanagawa.
On this day, two guests from Germany participated 🇩🇪
The two of you are not friends, and the staff was surprised by the coincidence that they happened to be on the same date and in the same country! It's 🤝 truly a "connection connected by the sea"
The local sea conditions are excellent!
The Water world is much clearer than the previous Information, Unfolds, and in some places it is blue with a transparency of over 20 meters Impression ✨
All the guests were very excited about the beauty of the sea!
The water temperature is 19°C, and we are about to enter 🌞 the season when wetsuits are comfortable
Also, on Hatsushima, the spawning season for blue Squid is in full swing right now!
Thanks to the high transparency, we were able 🦑 to observe large schools of Squid gathering on the spawning bed from various directions
"I've never seen so many many Squid at once!" said one ♪ guest.
And on this day, a new AOW (Advanced Open Water Diver) was born! 👏
Congratulations 🎉 from the bottom of my heart Welcome to the new world of the sea!
After diving, recharge your energy with 🍦✨ Hatsushima's Specialties of Fresh Seafood and soft serve ice cream
It was a great day to enjoy the sea and Gourmet food.
Currently, in the Izu area, the transparency is increasing at each point!
If you want to dive now, please contact us 😊 at this time
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Hokule'a Shonan is a PADI 5-star certified dive shop located in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Under the theme of "Let's embark on a journey to a world we have not yet seen!", We Held in 🌏 tours of more than 300 days a year to Izu, Okinawa, overseas, etc
From beginners to veterans, we offer a diving experience that you can enjoy safely and securely in a small group!
Why don't you take a trip to the beautiful world of the sea together? 🌈
Please feel free to contact us!
#HatsushimaIsland #TokyoGetaway #DiveNearTokyo #ScubaJapan #IslandVibes #IslandEscapeJapan #UrbanResortJapan #JapanScubaAdventure #WetsuitSeason #UnderwaterAdventure
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【Lake Motosu Diving Experience】Dive at the foot of At the foot of Mt., a World Heritage Site! ⛰️To the mysterious lake where 1,200 years of history sleeps 💧
Hello, this is 🌈 Hokule'a Shonan
This time, we will introduce a diving experience at Lake Motosu, which spreads out at the foot of Mount Fuji 🗻, a World Heritage Site!
Lake Motosu is one of the Fuji Five Lakes and is a highly transparent Water lake 💎 located about 900 meters Elevation
It is 🤿 a rare Spot in Japan where you can experience altitude diving (high-altitude diving)
On this day, we went to Lake Motosu with 🌍 guests from overseas
It was ✨ indeed a special day for the guests who were trying their first Lake Motosu and their first Altitude dive
In the lake, there was 🌲 a landscape that made you feel as if you were in ancient times
A dynamic terrain formed by lava and a water bottom with a number of surprisingly large sunken trees.
The silence and scale of it is simply overwhelming 😮
In addition, there is a legend that there was once a Torii (shrine gate) gate and a shrine, and there is a hint of more than 1,200 years of history in the Water.
The time spent at the bottom of the lake while thinking about the prayer place sunk in the Water is very mysterious 🕊️
The water temperature on this day felt a little cold at 18-11°C, but we were able 🧊 to dive comfortably in a dry suit
I was particularly impressed by the deep and clear blue world 💙 called "Lake Motosu Blues"
Impression 👏 of transparency and tranquility, which is completely different from the sea,
And after the dive...
Superb view of Mount Fuji towering in front of you! 🗻
In addition to diving, you can experience both the Nature and culture of Japan, which is a major attraction 🇯🇵 of Lake Motosu diving
✅ Recommended points for Lake Motosu diving
✅ A special experience where you can dive at the foot of Mount Fuji, a World Heritage Site
✅ Altitude diving is possible
✅ Lakebed with more than 1,200 years of history and tradition
✅ A water world where giant trees, lava, and the mysterious "Lake Motosu Blues" spread
✅ Perfect for sightseeing with a Mount Fuji view!
🌈 In Hokule'a Shonan, diving at Lake Motosu can be requested 📅 all year round
The water temperature varies greatly from 5 to 25°C depending on the season, and you can enjoy 🍃❄️🌸☀️ a different look every time you visit
"I want to dive near Mt. Mount Fuji someday."
Why don't you make such a dream a reality? 😊
📩 If you are a beginner or would like to acquire Sense, please feel free to contact us!
#DivingInJapan #LakeMotosu #MtFujiView #JapanAdventure #ScubaTravel #AltitudeDiving #HiddenJapan #OnlyInJapan #NatureLovers #BucketListJapan #WorldHeritage #FreshwaterDiving #HokuleaShonan
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[Refresh by diving]
Reset your mind and body in Higashi-Izu and Kawana! 🐢✨
Hello! This is Hokule'a Shonan.
Today, we went diving in the sea of Higashi-Izu and Kawana with two teams!
One team will participate in the fun diving.
On this day, the sea conditions were good and the transparency was outstanding!
We encountered sea turtles and Squid in the Water, and it was 🐢🦑 a very exciting dive
And... What! Some 👏✨ guests celebrated their 100th dive on this day.
Congratulations indeed! We will continue to support an even more wonderful diving life in the future!
The other team is a refresher team.
Even if you are a little worried because you will be diving in yellowtail for a long time, we dived while carefully checking the basic skills so that you can participate with peace of mind.
Some of the guests who participated this time came from overseas, but their skills such as clearing masks were perfect 👌
Even if you have blanks, you can quickly regain your senses by getting used to Water little by little!
Some people say, "Next time, challenge AOW!?"
I'm 🤿 looking forward to seeing more and more growth in the future
There is a to 🙌 everyone who participated
🌈 At Hokule'a Shonan, refresher courses are also available at any time.
"I want to dive into yellowtail for a long time" or "I'm a little unsure but want to start again" are also welcome!
With personalized support, you can enjoy the world of the sea with peace of mind.
Please feel free to contact us 😊
#RefreshDive #DivingLife #HokuleaShonan #DiveJapan #RediscoverTheSea #UnderwaterAdventure #OceanHealing #ScubaDivingJapan #FunDive #EastCoastJapan #BeginnerFriendlyDiving #PADIJapan
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【Limited Held in】Aged on the seabed!? The "Undersea Wine Tour" will start 🍷🌊
For wine lovers, diving enthusiasts, and curious people who want to experience something a little different.
From Hokule'a Shonan, we would like to introduce an exciting new project.
It's called the "Undersea Wine Tour"!
In fact, it There are a method of Aged wine that is currently attracting worldwide attention.
That is "seabed Aged".
In the sea, there is little change in temperature, no light reaches it, and it is very quiet.
This special environment mellows the taste of the wine and leads to a deeper Traditional Japanese straw raincoat.
This time, a special tour with the experience of actually sinking a wine bottle will be held in in June at the shipwreck Spot of "Shobuzawa" in the southeastern part of the Izu Peninsula!
Six months to a year later, the wine is pulled from the seabed and becomes one of the perfect bottles 🎄✨ for Christmas and special occasion toasts at the end of the year
🌟 This is the attraction of the tour!
The extraordinary and dramatic experience of actually sinking wine to the bottom of the sea
You can enjoy both the beautiful waters and wreck dives of Irisawa
The luxury of "savoring time" to enjoy a change of wine months later
Reliable support with a small number of people. An atmosphere that makes it easy to participate even for the first time
* This dive requires AOW (Advanced Open Water) or higher Sense.
Sense acquisition is well in time.
Why don't you respond to that feeling of "I wanted to try it someday" this summer?
📅 Held in
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
* There are capacity, so please contact us as soon as possible.
🌊 The romance of "making wine Aged in the sea".
Beautiful seas, the mystery of wrecks, and wines that ripen over time.
Everything comes together to create a true "drama of the sea".
Would you like to be the protagonist of a new story this summer?
📩 For reservations and inquiries, please feel free to contact Hokule'a Shonan!
#UnderwaterWineExperience
#OceanAgedWine
#DiveIntoTheUnexpected
#ShipwreckWineDive
#ToastFromTheOcean
#HokuleaShonan
#DiveJapan
#UnforgettableUnderwater
#HiddenJapanGems
#BucketListDive
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✨ The mysterious blue Squid spawning season has arrived ✨
From Spring to summer, the drama of life unfolds in the sea.
🌸🌊 From April to June, this season is the spawning season for blue Squid.
It is a precious time to encounter a special sea scene that will remain in your heart "Only now".
The first time I experienced diving was just during the spawning season of this blue Squid.
🦑 Swimming softly in the water, and a silent ritual to connect lives.
I even now remember being overwhelmed and gasping for breath at the mystery of the sea.
The female of the blue Squid is escorted by the male,
At the base of seaweed, in the crevices of corals, and in the spawning beds set up by fishery cooperatives,
Eggs that look like white pearls are carefully laid one by one.
🤍 Its appearance is fantastic, yet somehow ephemeral.
There are males who swim alone.
It is a male whose courtship did not come true.
Under the straightforward instinct of connecting lives, a quiet "choice of life" is taking place in the sea.
🐚 Having finished laying eggs, the female finishes her role and quietly closes her life.
When you witness the moment of "risking your life to connect your life", the back of your chest gradually warms up.
You will be deeply moved by the great power and mystery of the sea.
🏝️ At Hokule'a Shonan, we carefully guide you to the spawning scene of blue Squid unique to this season every year.
Because of the small number of people, we deliver a "sea experience" that you can observe closely.
📷 That atmosphere, that quiet impression that cannot be conveyed by photographs.
Please try it out in Water.
And so that first-timers and those with blanks can participate with peace of mind,
The instructor will support you 💁 ♂️💁 ♀️
🌿 At this time of year, when the water temperature and transparency begin to stabilize, it is ideal for diving.
🌊 A special Impression that you can never experience on land awaits you.
Why don't you go and see the "baton of life" unfolding in the sea together?
The once-in-a-lifetime story of the blue Squid will surely remain deep in ✨ your heart
#VisitJapan #KanagawaTravel #ManazuruDiving #ExploreJapan #ScubaDivingJapan #HokuleaShonan #TokyoDayTrip #JapanNature #OceanAdventure
#TravelToJapan #JapanBeachLife #DiscoverJapan #HiddenGemsJapan
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🌊✨ Memories 🌊✨ of Iriomote Island Diving Tour
Hello!
This time in Hokule'a Shonan, I went to Iriomote Island!
There is a to everyone who participated.
First of all, the highlight of this tour, the big game!
The manta ray we were looking for swam gracefully right above us, and everyone was very excited about its majestic appearance! The next thing that appeared was a turtle 🐢. They have a strong spirit of service, come close to everyone, and take a commemorative photo perfectly!
In addition, a flock of barracudas will appear at the end!
The thunderstorm ☔️ of the previous day reduced the visibility a little, but I still enjoyed the luxurious scene.
In addition to the big fish, we also observed a variety of corals 🪸, beautiful water channels ☀️ with light, and many macro organisms such as clownfish and nudibranchs. The clownfish even showed off a 😊 trick
Even after diving, we spent a relaxing time at a café and toasted together, making it a very satisfying four days not only at sea but also on land. The time I spent with you was truly a wonderful memory.
⭐️ The next Iriomote Island tour will be
Friday, May 15-18, 2026 Capacity: 8 people
Make your reservation as soon as possible! 😎
🌈 If it's Hokule'a Shonan
There are Accommodation tours every month!
Accommodation tours include more than just diving
There are a lot of things that everyone can enjoy 🙌
Hokule'a Shonan is a dive shop located in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture. Under the theme of "Let's embark on a journey to an unseen world!", we deliver the splendor and fun of Nature to everyone through diving. Izu, Okinawa, overseas, etc., we offer more than 300 days of courses and tours a year!
The small number of students is small, so beginners can participate with confidence. We are flexible in responding to your requests, so let's experience a new world of the sea together! 🌈
#IriomoteDiving #ScubaAdventure #OceanExploration #BigMarineLife #MantaRayEncounter #TurtleEncounter #BarracudaSchool #UnderwaterAdventure #TropicalDiving #IslandGetaway #ScubaTravel #OceanLovers #DiveWithUs #ExploreTheBlue #HokuleaShonan #PADI5Star #DivingExperience #TravelJapan #IslandVibes #ScubaDivingJapan
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🌊✨ In photogenic Shizuura, enjoy ✨📸 the beauty of water
Shizuura in Nishi-Izu is a diving Spot known for its beautiful Water landscapes and calm waters. This time, Hokule'a Shonan Held in a photo tour and divemaster training in Shizuura.
Guests are transformed into water photographers with underwater cameras in their hands. From the fantastic scenery of swaying seaweed to the creatures of the macroscopic world, I captured the moment of my choice.
On the other hand, the members who participated in the divemaster training practiced rope work and honed their safety management skills, and acquired skills while having fun. It was a fulfilling day full of learning and laughter.
🌈 Hokule'a Shonan photo tour is recommended 👇 for people like this
✅ I want to thoroughly enjoy shooting in Water!
✅ I want you to teach me how to use the camera carefully!
✅ I want to leave a beautiful sea world in my memories!
Hokule'a Shonan offers private photo tours for everyone, from beginners to advanced riders. From basic camera operations to composition advice, experienced instructors provide solid support.
📸 You can also request a tailor-made tour according to your wishes!
We can help you improve your diving skills and create special memories. Enjoy a special time just for you in the beautiful sea of Shizuura.
#HokuleaShonan #PhotoDiveTour #ScubaDivingJapan #WestIzuDiving #ShizuuraDiving #DiveMasterTraining #MarineLifePhotography #OceanAdventure #UnderwaterExplorer #OceanMemories #ExploreJapanUnderwater #DiveAndCapture
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🌸 Mother's Day, a special time to 🌸 express gratitude
In the busyness of daily life,
"Thank you" and "I love you"
Thereare things that are difficult to convey honestly.
But today is a special day.
Mother’s Day.
To the mother who gave me many love,
With gratitude for each and every memory,
I want to deliver a warm "thank you" as deep as the sea.
Even on the days when you made delicious rice,
Even on the days when he scolded me gently,
There were days when he hugged me gently.
Everything is a precious memory.
Like the Unfolds of the Sea,
A mother's love is endless.
Stop for a moment today.
Why don't you feel the happiness wrapped in that love?
🌊 Mother's Day, a special time to 🌸 express gratitude
#Hokule'a Shonan
#HokuleaShonan
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🌊 [GW is refreshing at the sea! ] Family refreshment course & fun dive in Kawana] 🌿✨
During this year's Golden Week, Hokule'a Shonan Held in a family refreshment course and fun dive in Kawana, Shizuoka Prefecture! ☀️
The best diving day with a blue sky. 🌞 The sea of Kawana, with its outstanding transparency, was as beautiful as a painting, with schools of sparkling fish in the water and seaweed swaying gracefully creating a fantastic landscape. 🐠🌿
From the moment we entered the sea, everyone was full of smiles. 😊✨
Those who participated in the refresher course were able to enjoy diving for the yellowtail first time in a long time and were able to dive with peace of mind with the careful support of the instructor. Confirm basic skills and practice buoyancy control in water. 🤿✨
Meanwhile, the Fun Dive team enjoyed a calm stroll in the water and enjoyed the charm of Kawana's colorful sea. 🐠🪸
After diving, everyone took a commemorative photo 📸✨
The smiles in the water and the group photo on land remained as special memories.
🌈 [Hokule'a Shonan's Refreshment Course & Fun Dive] 🌈
At Hokule'a Shonan, you can request a family refreshment class or fun dive Anytime!
✅ Those who want to enjoy diving safely for the yellowtail first time in a long time
✅ Those who want to make memories with family and friends
✅ Those who want to relax and enjoy themselves
Dates and dive sites can also be tailored to your wishes. 🌊
📩 Please feel free to contact us to make a reservation for your next refresher course or fun dive.
We look forward to your participation! 🤗✨
👉 For diving Information on Hokule'a Shonan, please see our profile!
#ScubaDivingAdventure #FamilyDivingExperience #RefreshDiveCourse #FunDivingJapan #KawanaDiving #DiscoverUnderwaterWorld #ScubaWithFamily #OceanExploration #DivingInJapan #HokuleaShonan #PADI
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