The latest surfing news and information from Japan.
As the summer sun beckons, surfers around the world are eager to catch the perfect wave and explore new horizons. While places like Hawaii and Australia are well-known for their surfing spots, there’s another hidden gem that deserves your attention: Japan. This summer, consider embarking on a surfing trip to Japan, a destination that offers …
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The surfing world is abuzz with excitement as Kanoa Igarashi, the sensational young surfer, clinches his second consecutive title and secures the top spot to represent his country in the upcoming Paris Olympics Surfing World Games. With his remarkable skills and unwavering determination, Igarashi has cemented his status as one of the most formidable surfers …
The world of professional surfing is mourning the loss of one of its most revered athletes, Naohisa Ogawa. The legendary pro surfer, known for his unmatched talent and vibrant personality, succumbed to the battle against colon cancer. Naohisa’s untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the Japanese surfing community, leaving a void that will be hard …
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Just a few of the many great surfing breaks you can discover in Japan.
World class beach/reef break that really turns it on when typhoon swells roll in from the South.
Google MapOne of the best waves in Japan. Catch this on a tyhpoon swell and you'll never want to leave.
Google MapThe most easily accessible surf sport closest to Osaka. Sloppy beach break that get packed out in Summer months.
Google MapFun power packed beach break that picks up a lot of swell. Venue for surfing in the 2020 Olympics.
Google MapConsistant left and right beach breaks abound here. Was once the location for WCT contests.
Google MapAlthough Japan is a relatively small country compared to say, Australia or the U.S A, it still does have quite a few surfable points and can sometimes pull out world class waves. The area’s mentioned below are just a small sample of the variety of surfbreaks that can be found throughout Japan. Click on the tiles below to view more information about the area.
