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Surf Destination Guide

Japan

Good points

  • Easy city access
  • Strong local scene
  • Short-trip friendly
  • Good local amenities

Watch outs

  • Inconsistent wave quality
  • Weekend crowds
  • Urban beach feel
  • Short forecast windows

What to expect in Shonan Kamakura

Shonan Kamakura is a Japanese surf zone with a strong local scene and the rare advantage of being close to a major metropolitan area. It is ideal for convenient surf escapes and cultural travel, though its wave quality and consistency are generally more modest than those of the world's more famous dedicated surf destinations. Its strength is not raw power but accessibility, making it a place where everyday surf culture and easy coastal time matter as much as the wave itself.

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Essential informations

1 / 5

Location & Access
Country
Japan
Nearest City
Kamakura
Airport
Narita International Airport

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Seasonal conditions, month by month

Find out what conditions to expect during your trip and plan accordingly. This breakdown of typical surf, weather, and wind conditions by month can help you choose the best time to visit and know what gear to bring.

Selected month

Surf rating

4/5

Recommended level

Intermediate, Advanced

Water

23 °C

Sun /Rain

10 / 15 days

Surf
Water temp23 °C
Avg swell1.5 m
Consistency70 %
CrowdHigh
Weather
Min air20 °C
Max air28 °C
Rainy days15 / month
Sunny days10 / month
Wind
Wind force3
DirectionSE
Consistency75 %

Season overview

Surf and temperature trends

Swell mSwell directionAir °CWater °CAverage surfGood surfPerfect season
30°15°0°°C1.70.80.0mJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Season overview

Wind, rain and sun trends

Wind consistency %DirectionRainy daysSunny daysForce 1Force 2Force 3Force 4Force 5
100%50%0%%31160daysJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

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