Recommended Surf Spots in Fujisawa
The main surf spots in Fujisawa, Shonan are, from east to west:
Shonan Port (Bridge Side), Dairoku, Aquarium Front, Kugenuma (Statue Front), Kugenuma (Hikichi River Mouth), Kugenuma (Skate Park Front), Kugenuma (Suehiro), Shoyo Junior High Front, Funamae, Tsujido Front, Hashimae, and Second Parking Area.
In this article, we clearly explain each surf spot, including location and key features, in an easy-to-understand way.
Surf Spot Details
① Shonan Port (Bridge Side)
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Shonan Port
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: East-southeast
- Swell Direction: Southeast
- Best Swell: Southeast swell
- Features: Waves are not very consistent, but the sandy seabed makes it ideal for beginners. Waves are generally mellow. This spot can sometimes be surfable even when conditions are too rough in Chigasaki, Fujisawa, and Kamakura.
② Dairoku
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Dairoku
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Advanced surfers and above
- Direction: West-southwest
- Swell Direction: West to Southwest
- Best Swell: Southwest swell
- Features: Waves are usually inconsistent, but the spot becomes surfable with strong swells from typhoons or low-pressure systems. Although the seabed is sandy, the paddle out is long and requires stamina. Waves are mellow and suitable for long rides, especially for longboarders.
③ Aquarium Front
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Aquarium Front
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: Southwest
- Swell Direction: West to South
- Best Swell: Southwest swell
- Features: Not always consistent, but surfable with strong swells. The sandy bottom makes it beginner-friendly. Waves are mellow and suitable for longboarders. This is one of the most famous and consistently crowded surf areas in Japan.
④ Kugenuma (Statue Front)
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Kugenuma (Statue Front)
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: South-southwest
- Swell Direction: West to Southeast
- Best Swell: South-southwest swell
- Features: Consistent waves even in small conditions. A beginner-friendly sandy beach with mellow waves suitable for longboarders. One of the most crowded surf areas in Japan.
⑤ Kugenuma (Hikichi River Mouth)
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Kugenuma (Hikichi River Mouth)
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: South-southwest
- Swell Direction: West to Southeast
- Best Swell: South-southwest swell
- Features: Consistent and beginner-friendly with mellow waves suitable for longboarders. Always crowded due to its popularity.
⑥ Kugenuma (Skate Park Front)
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Kugenuma (Skate Park Front)
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: South-southwest
- Swell Direction: West to Southeast
- Best Swell: South-southwest swell
- Features: Consistent waves and beginner-friendly sandy bottom. Mellow waves suitable for longboards. Popular and often crowded.
⑦ Kugenuma (Suehiro)
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Kugenuma (Suehiro)
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: South-southwest
- Swell Direction: West to Southeast
- Best Swell: South-southwest swell
- Features: Consistent waves, beginner-friendly, and mellow conditions ideal for longboarders. A very popular and crowded area.
⑧ Shoyo Junior High Front
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Shoyo Junior High Front
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: South-southwest
- Swell Direction: West to Southeast
- Best Swell: South-southwest swell
- Features: Consistent waves and beginner-friendly conditions. Less crowded than Tsujido Front, so walking over is recommended for better conditions.
⑨ Funamae
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Funamae
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: South-southwest
- Swell Direction: West to Southeast
- Best Swell: South-southwest swell
- Features: Consistent waves and mellow conditions. Less crowded than Tsujido Front, making it a good alternative.
⑩ Tsujido Front
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Tsujido Front
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: South-southwest
- Swell Direction: West to Southeast
- Best Swell: South-southwest swell
- Features: Consistent and beginner-friendly with mellow waves. A large nearby parking area makes it very convenient but also consistently crowded.
⑪ Hashimae
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Hashimae
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: South-southwest
- Swell Direction: West to Southeast
- Best Swell: South-southwest swell
- Features: Consistent waves and mellow conditions suitable for beginners. Nearby parking contributes to frequent crowds.
⑫ Second Parking Area Front
Location
Overview
- Spot Name: Second Parking Area Front
- Seabed: Beach (sand)
- Level: Beginner and above
- Direction: South
- Swell Direction: West to Southeast
- Best Swell: South swell
- Features: Consistent waves even in small conditions. Beginner-friendly sandy bottom with mellow waves for longboarders. Convenient access and parking make it a popular and crowded spot.
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