THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO
East Asia
DIVE DIRECTORY
By ELIZABETH LIM
East Asia is a large expanse of territory that is home to some of the world ’ s most incredible scenery , natural wonders , and UNESCO World Heritage Sites . Moreover , the eclectic waters of China , Hong Kong , Taiwan , Korea , and Japan offer a surprising variety of underwater experiences that too few divers appreciate , making this one of the most underrated and exciting dive destinations in the region .
Japan ( Page 8 – 29 ) Wakayama | Ito , Chiba | Shiretoko Peninsula , Hokkaido | Okinawa
South Korea ( Page 36 – 41 ) Jeju Island
China ( Page 52 – 65 ) Qiandao Lake , Zhejiang | The Great Wall , Panjiakou , Hebei Province | Wuzhizhou Island | Sanya , Hainan Island
Taiwan ( Page 66 – 75 ) Green Island | Lanyu ( Orchid Island ) | Kenting National Park
Hong Kong ( Page 84 – 91 ) Sharp Island | East Dam | Bluff Island | Ninepin Islands | Breaker Reef | Basalt Island
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A pod of dolphins off the island Mikura-jima , 200 kilometres south of Tokyo
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