Dive-site story
Located in Kin Bay on the eastern coastline of Okinawa, Kin Red is a popular macro and muck diving destination. The seabed consists predominantly of silty sand and scattered coral rubble interspersed with concrete blocks and small coral bommies. Divers frequent this site when winter northerly winds make the western side of the main island inaccessible, turning their attention to small critters hiding in the sediment.
Extensive muck terrain ideal for macro photography and critter spotting
Sheltered conditions during strong winter northerly winds
Frequent encounters with unusual nudibranch species, ghost pipefish, and cryptic bottom dwellers
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Most heavily dived during the cooler months when prevailing winds shelter the eastern coast of Okinawa.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ornate ghost pipefishSolenostomus paradoxus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Spotted seahorseHippocampus kuda | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red lionfishPterois volitans | Common | ||||||||||||
| Hypselodoris infucata nudibranchHypselodoris infucata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Peacock mantis shrimpOdontodactylus scyllarus | Common |
Marine forecast
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