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Sagami Bay

Temperate reef/Muck
Depth: 5–30 mLevel: Open WaterAll year round
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A deep bay near Tokyo with a notable diversity of rare species thanks to its closeness to the Sagami Trough.

Depth

5–30 m

Recommended level

Open Water

Average visibility

10 m

A deep bay near Tokyo with a notable diversity of rare species thanks to its closeness to the Sagami Trough.

Location

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Sagami Bay: 24 documented species

Ecosystem

Reef

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Water temperature

19 °C

Current

Moderate

Access

Shore/Boat

Best season

All year round

Recommended certification

Open Water

Approx. price

55 USD / dive

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Best season
All year round
Approx. price
55 USD / dive
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