1.Accident of snorkeling have increased. In some cases, they lead to death.
5 Principles for Safety Snorkeling
It looks easy, but it takes practice Learn how to use the snorkel,mask and fins.
Floating isn't easy Wear a life jacket and wetsuit for more buoyancy.
The sea is beautiful, but hazardous swim in designated areas, check the weather and tides, and don't take risks.
Watch your physical Condition If you're not in good condition, dont't go in. No drinking alcohol. Accidents involving the middle-aged are increasing.
Don't go alone When you go in the sea, never go alone. Take a break after an hour. You may not make it to shore if you're tired.
2.Carefully select suppliers of marine leisure.(Safety mark)
It is a system, which Okinawa Public Safety Commission designate "Maruyu" (excellent) suppliers. Who supply marina business and beaches, diving business, and pleasure boats with sufficient safety measurements standards prescribed in "water safety ordinance" and so on. "Maruyu" means "Excellent safety measurements marine leisure supplier." (Quoted from General Foundation Okinawa Marine Leisure Safety Bureau HP)
3.Dangerous creatures of the sea
The beautiful coral reefs are home to many types of creatures, and some of them are poisonous. Learn how to avoid injury form these dangerous creatures. They won't hurt you if you avoid touching or provoking them unnecessarily. ※ http://www.eikanken-okinawa.jp/english/english.htm (Okinawa Prefectural Institute of Health and Environment)
Box Jellyfish
This jellyfish appears from May to October. It can be found in water as shallow as 50 cm. Its sting is very painful and can cause shock. Children are especially recommended to swim at a beach with jellyfish nets.
First Aid for box jellyfish stings
If you're stung, get out of the sea right away. Do NOT rub the affected area.
Pour plenty of vinegar on the affected area. *Vinegar is only effective for box jellyfish stings. Do not use it for other jellyfish stings.
Gently remove the tentacles by hand.
If it hurts, apply ice or cold water.
Information links for other dangerous organisms Be.okinawa
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※When breathing or heart is stopped, immediately perform artificial respiration and cardiac massage.
Okinawa is a region, which tend to be effected by typhoons. Lots of typhoons come close from June to October. Cancellation of airplanes, ships, buses, and monorails often happens due to typhoons.
At some hospitals, consultations in foreign languages are available at all times. Call to confirm. (Okinawa International exchange &Human Resources Development Foundation)
From 8:00 am to 11:30 am and from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm during Monday to Thursday American citizens services business is not available on Fridays. Out of business hours for emergency services
TEL: 03-3224-5000 (US Embassy in Japan) ADD:2-1-1, Touyama, Urasoe City, Okinawa
Korea:Korea Embassy in Japan
★Fukuoka Consulate General Business jurisdiction: Fukuoka, Yamaguchi, Saga, Oita, Kumamoto, Kagoshima, Miyazaki, Okinawa
TEL:(092) 771-0461-2 FAX:(092) 771-0464 E-Mail : fukuoka@mofa.go.kr ADD:1-3-3, Jigyohama, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka, Zip 810-0065
Taipei:Taipei Ambassador Economic and Cultural Representative Office
★Taipei Ambassador Economic and Cultural Representative Office Naha Annex