No license required! No experience necessary.
This activity allows you to scuba dive in a 600 cubic meter water
tank that reproduces the richness of the Izu Sea.
Program Contents
The Shimoda Floating Aquarium's large aquarium, with a theme of recreating the Izu Sea, is home to 10,000 organisms of 50 species, including fish, invertebrates, and seaweed.
This activity allows you to scuba dive in a 600 cubic meter water tank that reproduces the richness of the Izu Sea, which is influenced by both the Oyashio and Kuroshio Currents and is home to a wide variety of creatures in its deep waters.
All you need is a swimsuit and a towel, and anyone in good health between the ages of 10 and 64 is welcome to participate. After changing into a wetsuit, you will receive a brief lecture on diving from the instructor and move to the Aqua Dome Perry. A professional instructor will accompany you in the water and take care of you, so even those who are anxious can rest assured.
The glass-walled pool allows you to see the diving experience from the outside, so you can take two shots with your family and friends while diving! Recommended for parents and children!
- Open period
- All year (excluding holidays)
- Start time
- Morning Session (8:15 am) Only during summer vacation
Afternoon Session A (12:00 pm) / Afternoon Session B (15:00 pm)
*We will hold <One morning session> / <Two afternoon sessions> per day.
- The time required
- 1 hour (including changing and lecture time)
- Capacity
- The maximum number of participants per session is 3 for the morning session, 3 for the afternoon session A, and 3 for the afternoon session B.
- Age Limitation
- Anyone between 10 and 64 years old and in good health is welcome to participate
*Please check Conditions of Participation for the details.
- Need
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- Swimsuit, towel (rental available for a fee)
- Medical certificate from a doctor (for those over 60 years old and those whose medical history is applicable)
- Parental consent form (for minors only)
- Others
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- Changing rooms and showers are available.
- Valuables can be kept in lockers.
Conditions of Participation
For minors participates
Minors must have a parent or guardian's written consent. If you are not accompanied by a person with parental authority on the day of the event, please be sure to sign and seal the following [Parental Authorization Form] and bring it with you.
Due to the size of rental equipment, extremely small children may not be able to participate. Please consult with us at the time of reservation for details.
The following conditions do not apply to those who are not eligible to participate
- Those who are under 10 years old
- Over 65 years old
- Pregnant
- Scheduled to board an airplane within 18 hours
- Those who will travel to a high altitude (over 300m above sea level) within 18 hours
- Those who cannot walk by themselves
- Those who cannot follow the instructions of the staff will not be allowed to participate.
- And those with respiratory, circulatory, or cerebral nervous system diseases may not be able to participate even if they have a doctor's note. Please call us for details.
If you are 60 years of age or older or have any of the following medical conditions, a doctor's note is required.
- Do you currently have an ear infection (otitis media or otitis externa)?
- Have you ever had an ear infection? Have you also ever had hearing loss or dizziness?
- Have you ever had ear or sinus surgery?
- Do you currently have a cold, congestion, sinusitis, or bronchitis?
- Have you ever had respiratory illnesses, severe hay fever or allergies (sleeplessness, cedar asthma, shock, etc.) or lung problem
- Have you ever had a pneumothorax or had chest surgery?
- Do you currently suffer from asthma attacks? Also, have you ever had emphysema or tuberculosis?
- Are you currently taking any medications that affect your mobility or mental health (e.g., drugs that make you drowsy, psychiatric drugs, etc.)?
- Do you have behavioral problems (e.g., hyperactivity, mental disorders), mental or physical illnesses, or nervous system illnesses?
- Are you currently or potentially pregnant?
- Have you undergone colostomy (colostomy)?
- Have you ever had heart disease or a heart attack? Also, have you ever undergone heart or vascular surgery?
- Have you ever had hypertension or angina pectoris? Are you currently taking any medications to treat your blood pressure?
- We ask this question to those who are 45 years of age or older. Has anyone in your family had a heart attack or stroke?
- Do you have a disease that does not stop bleeding or any other blood disease?
- Have you ever been told you have diabetes?
- Have you ever had seizures such as loss of consciousness, fainting, convulsions, or epilepsy? Are you also taking any medications to prevent these?
- Do you have back or limb impairments due to injury, fracture, surgery, etc.?
- Have you ever had claustrophobia, open (square) phobia, or panic attacks?
*Please note that if you do not bring a medical certificate, we may refuse your request.
Experience Schedule
- Morning Session
- Afternoon Session A
- Afternoon Session B
8:15 am |
Meet at Dolphin Beach.
Fill out the necessary forms, health check, etc. After changing into a wetsuit, we will have a brief lecture on the equipment on land. |
9:00 am |
At first, you will practice breathing on the surface of the water while holding on to your body. The instructor will take care of you in the water, so don't worry. Please enjoy your time in the large aquarium. (Diving time is about 30 minutes). |
9:50 am |
Shower, change clothes and disperse. |
0:00 pm |
Meet at Dolphin Beach.
Fill out the necessary forms, health check, etc. After changing into a wetsuit, we will have a brief lecture on the equipment on land. |
0:45 pm |
At first, you will practice breathing on the surface of the water while holding on to your body. The instructor will take care of you in the water, so don't worry. Please enjoy your time in the large aquarium. (Diving time is about 30 minutes). |
1:30 pm |
Shower, change clothes and disperse. |
3:00 pm |
Meet at Dolphin Beach.
Fill out the necessary forms, health check, etc. After changing into a wetsuit, we will have a brief lecture on the equipment on land. |
3:45 pm |
At first, you will practice breathing on the surface of the water while holding on to your body. The instructor will take care of you in the water, so don't worry. Please enjoy your time in the large aquarium. (Diving time is about 30 minutes). |
4:30 pm |
Shower, change clothes and disperse. |
Price & Equipment rental fee
- Price
- 13,000 yen per person
*Included: Equipment rental and cylinder fee, insurance, instructor fee
*Not included: Entrance fee to Shimoda Floating Aquarium
Equipment rental fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation fee will be charged from 2 days prior to the date of the event. Please understand that.
2 days before |
50% of play/experience fee |
1 day before |
80% of play/experience fee |
On the day of the event |
100% of the play/experience fee |
Precautions
- On the day of your reservation, please be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time.
If you are late, you will not be able to participate. Please allow plenty of time for your visit.
If you are not able to make it on time due to some reason or traffic congestion on the day of the event, your reservation will be cancelled.
- Cancellations made 2 days before, the day before, or the day of the event will be subject to a cancellation fee.
- Cancellation by the customer due to illness or other reasons on the day of the reservation will be subject to a full cancellation fee.
Please note that no refunds will be made in the event that you are unable to enter the water for any reason.
- No one who has been drinking or is under the influence of alcohol on the day of reservation will be allowed to dive.
In such a case, the cancellation will be made at the customer's convenience and a cancellation fee will be charged.
- Pregnant women, people with hearing impairments, and people who have difficulty walking are not allowed to participate.
- To prevent decompression sickness, boarding of airplanes and travel to high altitudes (Altitude 300m or higher) are not permitted for 18 hours after the completion of dolphin diving.
Even if you are going to Numazu via Amagi Pass, always wait at least 18 hours before moving on.
If you wish to return home without leaving any time after diving, please take the West Izu route if you are returning to Nagoya or the East Izu route if you are returning to Tokyo.
- [ For those attending the 3:00 pm- program. ]
After the program, the Aquarium will be closed and you will not be able to visit the museum or purchase souvenirs.
If you wish to purchase souvenirs or other items, please do so before the program begins.
- If you have any health problems, you may not be able to experience the program even after receiving your reservation. Please understand this in advance.
Reservations
Reservations can be made on the website two months prior to the planned date of use. Payment must be made by Visa or MASTER card for online reservations. Please check FAQ page if you have quetions. Please contact us for other inquiries.