Sendai Shinko Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SE, E

Wind

W to NW

Surf Height

Chest-overhead

Tide

Incoming tide is best.

Sendai Shinko Surf Guide

Sendai is Japan's northern surf city. There are several surf spot in the Sendai area, and Sendai Shinko is the most popular one. A consistent A-frame peak that breaks over a soft, sandy bottom, Sendai Shinko will remind you of Puerto Escondido when a typhoon swell hits.

Ability Level

Intermediate - Advanced

BegIntAdv

Intermediate to advanced

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Mellow, but the talent level is higher than other spots in the Sendai area.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Somewhat crowded on weekends and holidays.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Can get really good with the right swell.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Depends on the size of the surf.

Water Quality

Fair

CleanDirty

Depends on rains.

Hazards

Can get crowded. Pollution an issue too.

Bring Your

Shortboard

Access

Easy .

Bottom

Sand

Best Season

April to November

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