Coconut Ishigakijima

Coconut Ishigakijima is a dive centre based on Ishigaki island, in Japan's Okinawa region. As a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort, it represents one of the higher tiers of PADI recognition — a useful signal for divers looking for a centre with a solid standard of service and instruction.

Courses and what to expect

The centre's focus is PADI scuba diving, making it a natural fit whether you're chasing your first certification or building on existing experience. The PADI 5 Star Dive Resort status points to a full-service operation geared toward both training and guided diving around Ishigaki island.

Coconut Ishigakijima operates Tuesday through Sunday, opening at 09:00 AM. Hours run until 06:00 PM from Tuesday to Thursday, and until 03:00 PM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday; the centre is closed on Mondays. It suits divers planning their time on Ishigaki island who want a recognised PADI centre as their base.