Observe tropical fish in the sea of the Kerama Islands! Recommended activity tours are also available!

What are the Kerama Islands like?

The Kerama Islands are located about 40 km west of Naha City and consist of about 20 inhabited and uninhabited islands in the East China Sea.

The three main islands that make up the Kerama Islands are Zamami, Aka, and Tokashiki.

The islands are blessed with great natural beauty, with much untouched nature remaining and creatures that can only be found in the Kerama Islands!

The "Keramas Blue," which can be crossed by high-speed boat or ferry from the port of Naha City and boasts world-class transparency, isA sanctuary for diversIt has attracted attention from all over the world.

 

Let's observe it in one of the world's most beautiful seas!
Tropical fish that can be seen in the Kerama Islands

Numerous tropical fish can be observed in the world-famous Keramas Blue.

Vibrantly colored fish swimming, schools of sparkling fish surrounding coral reefs, and tropical fish in orange, yellow, blue, and other tropical colors can only be found in tropical countries!

We will introduce each of the three types of tropical fish that will delight you with their bright colors.

 

clownfish (Balistoides conspicillum)

The very popular clownfish has been made famous by movies and is probably the fish that everyone knows.

Orange with a black vertical line pattern, this tropical fish is easy to spot in the ocean because of its bright and prominent color.

The way they emerge from the sea anemone is adorable and brings a smile to the face of anyone who sees them.

 

moon butterflyfish

The Chohan is a tropical fish that is also known as the "Raccoon Butterfly Fish" because it is about 25 cm long and resembles a raccoon's face.

Some people believe that the white pattern from head to shoulders looks like a long-haired hood, hence the Japanese name "chohan.

It is mainly found in rocky reefs and coral reefs at depths of 1 to 30 meters, but has been observed at depths of 170 meters.

 

blue tang

The blue tang is another famous species of fish that was used as a model for the movie, and it is popular as an ornamental fish, and it has three distinctive colors: blue, black, and yellow, don't you think?

Note that they have sharp spines at the base of their tail fins, and when fighting enemies, they sometimes produce the spines to attack.

 

Marine life found in the Kerama Islands

The beautiful waters of the Kerama Islands are home not only to tropical fish and coral reefs, but also to rare creatures that are not usually seen.

Here are some of these sea creatures♪

 

sea turtle

The Kerama Islands are said to have the best chance of encountering sea turtles in Okinawa.

The spots where sea turtles appear are about 2 m deep, at points where the sea bottom is rocky, and the best time to encounter sea turtles is during the egg-laying season from May to August.

Many sea turtles appear on shallow beaches to lay their eggs at night,There is a possibility that you may see them laying eggs or hatchlings returning to the sea!

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 whale (Cetacea spp.)

In Kerama, you can observe whales returning to the Kerama Sea to raise their young from winter to spring.

The type of whale that appears in Kerama is the humpback whale, and they perform acrobatic and dynamic jumps and squirts among whales.

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manta ray

Mantas are the world's largest rays, with the largest reaching 6 to 7 meters in width, and the wing-like parts that spread out from side to side are pectoral fins.

The sight of manta rays swimming from the bottom of the ocean is like flying in the sky!

Many divers visit Kerama to catch a glimpse of manta rays.It is also very rare and valuable, so we would love to meet them.

 

Let's meet tropical fish!
Recommended Activities in Kerama Islands

We will introduce activities that allow you to dive into the sea and observe tropical fish that can only be seen in Kerama up close, as well as activities that allow you to observe tropical fish from a boat without going into the sea.

 

Even children can safely explore the sea!
snorkeling

Snorkeling is a classic activity to look into the ocean from the surface and observe the underwater world.

If you join the tour, you can rent goggles, fins, life jackets, and other necessary snorkeling equipment.

There are spots where visitors can observe the ocean in the shallows, so even people who are not good at swimming, small children, and the elderly can easily enjoy themselves!

You will feel as if you are in a natural aquarium, where you can closely observe fish and coral reefs.

You may also encounter other sea creatures that you have never seen before.

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You can meet deeper sea creatures!
Experience Diving

Diving takes you deep underwater, allowing you to observe tropical fish, coral reefs, and sea creatures that live only on the ocean floor at an even closer distance than snorkeling.

Even if you do not have a license, there are many experience diving programs with an instructor, so even inexperienced divers can try diving without worry!

If you go to a point where sea turtles often appear, you may have a high probability of meeting them, depending on the spot,There is also the possibility of encountering manta rays, which divers yearn to see at first sight.

We invite you to try diving, a very popular marine activity that allows you to enjoy the fantastic world of the sea!

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Non-swimmers are welcome to join!
glass boat

The glass boat has a glass window in the bottom of the boat, allowing visitors to observe the ocean from the boat without having to dive into the water.

The boat will take you to points that you cannot reach by swimming, and you can take your time to observe colorful fish and coral reefs,Recommended for those who want to spend a relaxing time on the boat and observe fish at a leisurely pace.activities.

If you have a guide with you, he or she will be able to explain the characteristics of the fish and make it more enjoyable.

The glass boat, which offers a spectacular view of the Keramas blue and underwater observation while feeling the sea breeze, is a relaxing and soothing experience for both body and soul.

 

summary

How about the tropical fish and spots you can observe in the Kerama Islands?

The Kerama Islands offer a variety of ways to spend time and observe tropical fish and other sea creatures unique to the Kerama Sea area, and can be enjoyed by children and adults of all ages.

Visit the Kerama Islands during long vacations and consecutive holidays to create wonderful memories.