Kushimoto
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Kushimoto, the southernmost town on Honshu, is strongly influenced by the Kuroshio Current, and has a large variety of tropical fish from Okinawa and Izu, making it one of the top fishing areas in Japan.
The rare and symbolic Azahata fish can be observed throughout the year. Fringed shrimp, nudibranchs, and jawfish can be seen year-round. In winter, you can see big fish such as razor sharks, spiny stingrays, and common spiders.
Dive Activity & Environmental Conditions
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
#1
Lionfish
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#2
Moray Eel
12
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#3
Clownfish
12
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#4
Nudibranch
11
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#5
Shrimp
9
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#6
Boxfish
8
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#7
Grouper/Basslets
7
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#8
Damselfish
7
Total Sightings
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#9
Pufferfish
7
Total Sightings
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#10
Parrotfish
6
Total Sightings
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