Surf spot

Sumiyoshi

Forecast conditions and map view for Sumiyoshi in Japan, Kyushu, Tanegashima-Island. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Japan, Kyushu, Tanegashima-Island
Coordinates: 30.6655, 130.9434

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Wave period (s)	6.2	10.1	7.8	6.7	9.1	4.3	4.5	4.5	4	4.3	4.5	4.7	5	4.6	4.6	6.8	6.8	6.8	6.8	7.3	7.4	7.5	7.5	7.5	7.5	7.5	7	7	7	7.2	7.3	7.3	6.9	7	7	7	6.8	7.3	7.4	7.1	5	4.2	4	4.5	5	6.5	6.7	6.8	7.5	7.8	10.9	10.9	10.8	10.9	11.3	10.9
Wave energy (kJ)	9	10	8	6	13	8	14	13	14	18	21	19	21	22	21	45	48	49	49	56	57	51	50	49	46	46	38	35	33	30	28	33	28	31	30	27	23	25	25	21	17	13	17	25	36	82	117	159	230	252	323	540	668	794	853	794
Wind speed (km/h)	6.9	5.8	7.6	9.7	13	13.4	11.3	10.5	10.7	7.8	7	6.3	9.1	5.6	2.5	4	2.6	1.9	2.3	4.1	1.5	2.1	3.2	2.6	2.5	1.9	1.5	3.4	9.4	10.3	9.4	8.8	9.5	11.8	16.4	18	18.1	19.3	17.2	14.8	15.3	13.7	14.4	18.8	20	20.9	23.3	23.4	22.2	24.1	25.3	28.8	30.9	33	31.7	30.7
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Sumiyoshi, Tanegashima Island (Kyushu, Japan) is a scenic and relatively underrated surf spot on the south side of Tanegashima, an island off the coast of southern Kyushu. It’s known for its clean Pacific swell exposure, beautiful tropical-feeling coastline, and quieter lineup compared with Japan’s more famous surf destinations.

Surf character

Wave type: Mostly beachbreak, with sections that can shape up nicely depending on sandbanks and tide.
Swell exposure: Picks up southerly and easterly swells well thanks to Tanegashima’s position in the Pacific.
Conditions: Can offer clean, glassy waves when offshore winds line up, especially in the autumn and winter seasons.
Best for: Intermediate surfers and above, though beginner-friendly days can happen when the surf is smaller.

What it’s like

The area around Sumiyoshi feels peaceful and less crowded, with a relaxed island atmosphere.
The backdrop is a mix of coastline, greenery, and open ocean, making it a beautiful place to surf even when conditions aren’t perfect.
Because it’s an island spot, conditions can change quickly with weather, tide, and swell direction.

Things to know

Watch for local sandbars, currents, and rip tides, which can be strong at times.
Access and surf quality can vary depending on season and recent storms.
It’s a good idea to check local surf reports, buoy data, and wind forecasts before heading out.

Overall

Sumiyoshi is best described as a scenic, lesser-known island surf break with good potential when Pacific swell and offshore wind align. It’s a great option if you’re looking for a quieter surf experience in southern Japan.