Bonnie Waycott
Bonnie is a freelance translator and narrator who was born in the UK and lived in Japan for five years as a child. Her interest in marine life began when her father taught her how to snorkel on Sado Island near her mother's hometown in Niigata. She became a certified diver four years ago in New Caledonia, and has been exploring Japan's waters ever since. Her blog, Rising Bubbles, is a comprehensive guide to scuba diving in Japan and also contains articles on marine-related news and events. When she's out of the water she loves running, yoga and the odd yakitori or three!
Articles By Bonnie
Scuba Diving Excursions with Discovery Divers Tokyo
With summer in full swing, now is a great time to head to the beach or even better, into the water. Japan is surrounded by...
July 21, 2015 | Lifestyle
Yakushima: Where the Forest Meets the Sea
The circular island of Yakushima lies off the coast of Kagoshima prefecture in southern Japan. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, its spectacular green forests and...
July 9, 2015 | Adventures, Lifestyle
The Fascinating Underwater Topography of Miyakojima
Some divers prefer to take it easy, cruising over carpets of coral and taking in the colorful scenery and tropical fish while the sunlight penetrates...
April 9, 2015 | Adventures, Lifestyle
Rich Land, History and Culture in the Oki Islands
Spectacular views, horses and cows grazing in the distance, fascinating rock formations and delicious seafood are just some of the things you can find on...
February 6, 2015 | Lifestyle, Out & About
The Oki Islands: Diving into the Sea of Japan
Enter the underwater realm of the Sea of Japan and you are sure to notice certain things. First, there is the environment that surrounds you,...
January 8, 2015 | Adventures, Lifestyle
Kansai Diving: Exploring The Waters Off Wakayama
If you're curious about diving in Kansai, you might want to check out the southern curve of Wakayama prefecture. Kushimoto is a scene of fishing...
September 11, 2014 | Adventures, Lifestyle
Volunteer Divers Help with Underwater Recovery in Tohoku
More than three years have passed since the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, but hardly a day goes by without some mention of the disaster....
June 4, 2014 | Lifestyle
Exploring the New Brisbane
Sandwiched between the Sunshine Coast up north and the Gold Coast down south, Brisbane has long been a stopover for visitors en route to the...
May 8, 2014 | Adventures, Lifestyle
Tokunoshima: Where Turtles Swim and Whales Sing
At first glance, Tokunoshima seems to have been left to do its own thing, neglected by tourists seduced by the crystal clear seas of the...
April 10, 2014 | Adventures, Lifestyle
Ishigaki Island: Diving and More
Just three and a half hours away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo is a quiet, peaceful world of stunning beaches and excellent dive...
February 6, 2014 | Adventures, Lifestyle
Diving In: Scuba in Japan
Japan and scuba diving just don't seem to go together. After all, Japan isn't the first country that comes to mind when we think about...
January 2, 2014 | Adventures, Health & Beauty, Lifestyle