What other travelers are saying about Dive Resort Hahajima
Thank you so much to Kobayashi-san and Wagatsuma-san for the lovely two days of dives!!! I couldn’t book prior to arrival due to the lack of Japanese but they accepted my inquiry on the day of my arrival and fitted me right in. I really appreciated the flexibility and welcomingness. Because I arrived on the island and settled after 3pm, most places were not opened for lunch. 88 cafe at the dive center even made me a hot sandwich to tide over those hunger pangs. Such welcoming and wonderful people.
Diving conditions were pristine. The fishes and marine life were generally really not skittish at all. I’m sure it’s because there’s only one dive center on the island and they even space out groups of divers to ensure we don’t encroach the dive sites. Kobayashi san and Wagatsuma san were really knowledgeable and helpful. I’d definitely recommend the dive center if you are considering to dive one of the most pristine dive sites in Japan!
P.S. if you travel with your own gear without a DIN adaptor, do consider bringing your own. The dive shop doesn’t have any but luckily, they’ve offered me the usage of their rental gear for that.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The resort offers PADI certification courses, introductory diving for beginners, and snorkeling options. All activities are guided according to your experience level.
January to April, when humpback whales breed in Ogasawara waters. Diving is available year-round, with warmest conditions from June to September.
Accommodation, meals (breakfast and dinner), and basic diving or snorkeling equipment. Boat excursions and guided tours are often included in multi-day packages. Confirm specific inclusions when booking.
3 to 5 days allows time for multiple dives and island exploration. Your stay length depends on the Ogasawara Maru ferry schedule, which runs approximately once every six days.
Hahajima has one small post office with an ATM, but it accepts only Japanese bank cards. Bring sufficient cash from Tokyo or Chichijima. The island has minimal shopping options limited to basic supplies and souvenirs.
I went there in March hoping to see whales while diving.
The weather was perfect, the sea was amazing, but we just missed seeing any whales.
The underwater sounds of whales were endless, making for a mystical dive. In between, we did some whale watching and whale swimming.
The owner was a fun guy, and there was a cute female guide.
Chichijima is nice, but if you want to see whales, Hahajima is the place to go!
I was able to dive at Hahajima's spectacular diving spot.
Although I don't have much experience, the staff were very polite and relaxed.
The boat rocked a lot, so be careful not to tip over.
I was very satisfied because I was able to see large sharks, green sea turtles, rays, and schools of fish that filled the field of vision.
I would like to use this service again next time.
Diving on Hahajima is definitely worth it. The sea is truly beautiful.
I rented a moped.
I went on a day trip from Chichijima on the day the Ogamaru departed, so I could only stay for about two hours, but thanks to the moped I was able to accomplish my goal.
The staff were also very helpful.
I had some time left when returning the moped so I went to the cafe, and they recommended the second floor terrace with a great view, so I was able to enjoy Hahajima until the very last moment.
