What level of diving experience is required for Kin Red?

Kin Red is rated beginner with depths of ≤ 14 m. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

Where is Kin Red located?

Kin Red is located in Japan, in the Japan region (coordinates: 26.4477, 127.9121).

Kin Red Diving - Japan, Japan

Kin Red is a beginner-friendly dive site on Okinawa's east coast near the town of Kin, offering a shallow reef experience reaching just 14 meters. The site's name comes from the distinctive reddish-orange soft corals that thrive on the reef structures. The gentle slope and protected conditions make it ideal for training dives and new divers experiencing Okinawa's tropical underwater world for the first time. The coral coverage features a healthy mix of hard and soft species, with table corals, brain corals, and the signature red soft coral colonies creating a vibrant landscape. Clownfish in their host anemones are guaranteed sightings, and sea cucumbers, starfish, and urchins populate the sandy areas. Small pufferfish and boxfish add charm to the dive. Kin Red's combination of easy access, reliable conditions, and photogenic coral scenery makes it one of Okinawa's best entry-level dive sites.