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One of Japan's top dive destinations in the Yaeyama archipelago, closer to Taiwan than to Tokyo. Manta Scramble and Manta City are the main cleaning stations, with peak activity at the end of the northern summer.

Reef Manta Ray in Ishigaki Island (Okinawa, Japan)

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About This Spot

One of Japan's top dive destinations in the Yaeyama archipelago, closer to Taiwan than to Tokyo. Manta Scramble and Manta City are the main cleaning stations, with peak activity at the end of the northern summer.

Best Months to Visit

See Reef Manta Ray in Ishigaki Island (Okinawa, Japan). Best months: August, September, July (up to 85% sighting chance). Diving. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • August: 85%
  • September: 85%
  • July: 80%
  • October: 80%
  • June: 70%
  • November: 70%

Practical Information

  • Location: Ishigaki Island (Okinawa, Japan)
  • Coordinates: 24.4700, 124.2200
  • Effort: expedition
  • Accessibility: Medium
  • Observation mode: Diving

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