Kugenuma Beach - Shonan Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW, S
Wind
N, NE
Surf Height
Chest-head high
Tide
Can be good at all tides.
Kugenuma Beach - Shonan Surf Guide
Shonan is a traditional area for surfing in Japan. A lot of the Japanese surf industry is located here. Nishihama has a powerful right and left that break pretty much all year.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
BegIntAdv
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
WelcomingIntimidating
Mellow.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
MellowHeavy
Crazy in the summer, but less crowded the rest of the year.
Spot Rating
Fun
PoorPerfect
Popular beach break with a limited swell window.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
LightExhausting
Not too bad.
Water Quality
Fair
CleanDirty
Depends on rains.
Hazards
Crowds in the summer.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
Public parking lot.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Waves all year but summer/fall is best with typhoon swells.
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