Surf spot

Sentan

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

Country: Japan, Kyushu
Coordinates: 31.6327, 131.4637

Metric
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Wave height (m)	0.9	0.8	0.7	0.7	0.6	0.6	0.5	0.6	0.7	0.8	0.8	0.8	0.8	0.7	0.8	0.9	1.1	1.1	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.4	1.4	1.5	1.5	1.5	1.5	1.5	1.5	1.4	1.3	1.2	1.1	1.2	1.1	1.2	1.2	1.1	1.1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	0.9	0.9	0.8	0.8	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.5	1.7
Wave direction	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	E	E	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	E	ESE	E	E
Wave period (s)	6.3	6.2	6	5.8	5.7	5.7	5.5	11.4	9.8	8.3	8.1	8.2	8.2	7.1	5.2	5.7	5.3	5.5	5.7	5.8	5.9	7	7.1	7.2	7.2	7.3	7.3	7.4	7.5	7.5	7.3	7.1	7.1	6.5	6.5	7.4	7.3	7.5	7.5	7.3	7	7.2	7.2	7	6.9	6.7	6.3	6.4	6.7	6.6	6.8	5.3	5.3	5.4	6.4	6.7
Wave energy (kJ)	58	44	36	29	25	21	18	82	89	92	93	90	95	44	37	54	70	79	86	94	97	184	198	221	233	249	249	246	240	218	175	136	131	115	110	168	151	144	134	114	99	102	102	95	91	85	74	72	65	56	53	64	72	71	189	250
Wind speed (km/h)	4.3	5.1	4.7	8.1	10.8	9.6	5.7	4.1	4.3	4.3	5	6.8	11	11.3	5.5	5.4	4.4	5.1	5.4	8.4	11	9.8	3.9	3.1	0	3.8	4.2	3.1	6.1	6.4	5.1	4.8	3.7	5.1	4.6	8.5	9.7	8.9	6.6	6	6.2	6	6.3	10.3	12.9	13.2	9.4	8.7	7.6	9.8	11.3	17.1	16.6	14	8.5	7.3
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Sentan, Kyushu, Japan is a relatively lesser-known surf spot in southern Japan, offering a mix of scenic coastline and often uncrowded waves.

General vibe

Located on Kyushu, Japan’s southernmost main island
Typically a more local, low-key spot compared with Japan’s famous surf destinations
Best suited to surfers who don’t mind a bit of exploration and checking conditions carefully

Wave characteristics

Usually a beachbreak or mixed coastal break, depending on the exact section of the coastline
Can offer fun, clean waves when a good swell and favorable wind line up
Conditions may vary a lot with season, tide, and storm systems
Often better on swell from the south or southeast, though local exposure matters

Best conditions

Typhoon season can bring powerful, well-shaped surf
Autumn is often a good time for consistent swells and favorable winds
Light offshore winds and moderate tide levels tend to improve shape

Skill level

Can range from beginner-friendly smaller days to more challenging, powerful surf during bigger swell events
Because conditions can change quickly, it’s best for surfers who can read the ocean and adapt

What to expect

Beautiful natural setting, warm-water seasons, and a relaxed atmosphere
Surf quality may be inconsistent, but good days can be very rewarding
Since it’s not a heavily documented international surf destination, local knowledge is valuable