Part of the Pacific Basin and separated from it by Sakhalin and the Japanese Islands, the Sea of Japan splashes off the coasts of Russia, Japan, China and Korea. The climatic conditions here are harsh. In the northern and western parts, ice appears already by the third decade of November, and in some years in the Tatar Strait, ice was formed by the 20th of October. The air temperature in these areas can drop to -20 degrees Celsius. The melting of ice begins in March and continues until the end of April. There were years when the surface of the sea was completely cleared of ice cover only in June.
However, in summer, the Sea of Japan in its southern borders pleases with a water temperature of +27 degrees Celsius (even higher than in the Aegean Sea!). In the northern part, the water temperature is about +20 degrees, the same as in May in southern Greece. A characteristic feature of the Sea of Japan is its extremely unstable weather. In the morning the sun can shine brightly, and by afternoon a strong wind rises and a storm begins with a thunderstorm. Especially often thishappens in the fall. Then, during a storm, the wave can reach 10-12 meters in height.
The Sea of Japan is rich in fish. Mackerel, flounder, herring, saury, cod are mined here. But the most massive, of course, is pollock. During spawning, coastal waters literally boil from a huge amount of this fish. Also, sea scallops, shrimp and seaweed, which has become very popular in recent years, or rather kelp algae, are mined here. In addition, in the Sea of Japan you can find squid and octopus, which come across weighing up to 50 kilograms. And the huge eels found here, also called herring kings, were mistaken for underwater monsters in the old days.
Rest on the Sea of Japan will appeal to those who are not looking for noisy entertainment. The beauty of the reefs and crystal clear waters are ideal for diving enthusiasts. Equipment here can be taken in special diving centers. They also give it out at many camp sites.
The only thing divers need to consider is that the water temperature drops sharply with depth. In the northern waters, already at a depth of 50 meters, it reaches only +4 degrees Celsius. In the southern part of this mark, the temperature reaches approximately at a depth of 200 meters. And a little deeper it equals zero.
Who chose the Sea of Japan for recreation can not only go diving, but also make interesting trips to the Ussuri taiga. It keeps a lot of secrets and mysteries, so you won't be bored here. What is only a footprintgiant left in stone. Its length for our perception is incredible - it is one and a half meters! Also of great interest is the Dragon Park. Local residents are sure that aliens once created an unusual heap of huge boulders. On the sea coast near the city of Nakhodka, there are two hills called Brother and Sister. According to legend, they were made by the Titans as a gate through which the Prince of Light would one day come to Earth. For lovers of everything mysterious and unusual, a vacation on the Sea of Japan will seem like a paradise. And the exotic beauty of these places will be remembered for a long time.
The Inland Sea of Japan splashes between the islands of Honshu, Kyushu and Shikoku. It is small, only 18 thousand square kilometers, but it is the most important transport artery between these islands. On its banks rise Hiroshima, Fukuyama, Osaka, Niihama and other major industrial centers of Japan. This sea is considered warm. The water temperature even in the winter months is never below +16 degrees Celsius, and in summer it rises to +27. Tourism on this small sea is very well developed. Every year, thousands of people from all over the world come here to admire the magnificent landscapes, visit ancient samurai shrines, and get acquainted with the original Japanese culture.
