Kugenuma Surf Spot, Japan
Japan
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Where is Kugenuma?
Kugenuma is an A-frame beach break near Shonan in Japan. Best season: April to October (dry-season swells). Level: Beginner. GPS: 35.3090, 139.4740.
| Location | Shonan, Japan |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.3090, 139.4740 |
| Wave type | Beach break |
| Direction | A-frame peaks (lefts and rights) |
| Wave quality | Fun and forgiving |
| Best season | April to October (dry-season swells) |
| Tide | All tides; sandbar-dependent |
| Consistency | Consistent, manageable size |
| Skill level | Beginner |
| Crowds | Popular with surf schools — busiest on weekends |
About This Break
Tokyo's beloved home break — small, sociable peaks with Mount Fuji on the horizon. Kugenuma is a beginner-level A-frame beach break near Shonan in Japan, delivering fun and forgiving waves for first-timers, improvers and longboarders. It is most consistent from April to October (dry-season swells). All tides; sandbar-dependent. Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out. Dreaming of waking up to Kugenuma?
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Local Knowledge
Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
Kugenuma (Shonan): Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kugenuma?
Kugenuma is an A-frame beach break near Shonan in Japan. Its GPS coordinates are 35.3090, 139.4740.
When is the best time to surf Kugenuma?
The best season to surf Kugenuma is April to October (dry-season swells). Tide: all tides; sandbar-dependent. Consistency: consistent, manageable size.
Is Kugenuma good for beginners?
Yes. Kugenuma is rated Beginner — an A-frame beach break, so beginners can surf it on the smaller days. Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
