Surf spot

Uchiumi - Curren's point

Forecast conditions and map view for Uchiumi - Curren's point in Japan, Kyushu. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Japan, Kyushu
Coordinates: 31.7450, 131.4764

Metric
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Wave height (m)	0.9	0.8	0.7	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.5	0.6	0.7	0.8	0.8	0.8	0.8	0.7	0.7	0.9	1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.2	1.2	1.3	1.4	1.4	1.4	1.4	1.4	1.4	1.3	1.3	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.1	1.1	1.1	0.9	1.1	1	0.9	1	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.8	0.8	0.7	0.8	1.4	1.7	2	2.2
Wave direction	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	E	E	E	E	E	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	E	E	E	E	E
Wave period (s)	6.5	6.5	6.2	6	5.7	5.6	10.3	11	9.9	8.7	8.2	8.3	8.3	10.4	5.2	5.4	5.5	5.5	5.5	5.7	5.7	5.8	7	7.1	7.2	7.2	7.3	7.3	7.4	7.5	7.5	7.3	7.3	7.5	7.4	7.5	7.5	7.5	7.6	6.5	7.5	7.5	6.7	7.6	7.7	7.4	6.8	6.8	7	7	7	5.9	6.3	6.3	7	7.3
Wave energy (kJ)	63	51	37	29	22	20	62	81	92	97	90	93	92	95	30	49	64	73	77	84	87	92	171	198	206	215	218	218	209	199	187	166	161	165	158	151	148	143	135	74	125	120	72	111	103	89	72	67	62	60	46	45	156	228	379	504
Wind speed (km/h)	1.9	2.3	2.5	5.2	8	6.2	4.7	3.8	4	4	4	5.4	9.5	9.4	4.7	3.1	2.8	5.1	5.2	5.6	8.6	8.9	5.1	3.3	4	2.5	3.3	3.3	7	4.8	2	1.9	4	5.2	3	3.9	5	4.8	2.6	5.4	4.7	6.6	6.9	8.3	11.9	11.5	8	7.6	8.5	10.2	10.9	14	14.5	12	12.7	13.1
Wind direction	ENEGlassy	NEGlassy	NEGlassy	ENECross-on	ECross-on	ECross-on	ENEGlassy	NNEGlassy	NGlassy	NGlassy	NGlassy	ENECross-on	ECross-on	ESECross	EGlassy	NEGlassy	NEGlassy	NCross-on	NNWCross-on	ENEOnshore	ECross-on	ESECross	SCross-off	WGlassy	WGlassy	WGlassy	NWGlassy	ESEGlassy	ESECross	ESEGlassy	SEGlassy	NNWGlassy	NGlassy	NNWCross-on	NNEGlassy	NNEGlassy	NNEOnshore	NNEGlassy	NNEGlassy	NCross-on	NGlassy	NCross-on	NOnshore	NEOnshore	NEOnshore	NEOnshore	NEOnshore	NNEOnshore	NNEOnshore	NNEOnshore	NNEOnshore	NEOnshore	NEOnshore	NEOnshore	NEOnshore	NEOnshore

Uchiumi – Curren’s Point (Kyushu, Japan) is a well-known surf break on the east coast of Kyushu, often associated with clean, peaky waves and a scenic, relatively uncrowded setting compared with Japan’s more famous surf regions.

Quick description

Wave type: Typically a beachbreak / reef-influenced point-style setup depending on swell and sand movement
Best for: Intermediate to advanced surfers, especially when it’s working cleanly
Main appeal: Fast, shapely waves with a strong point-like peel on the right conditions
Crowds: Can be busy when conditions are good, but usually less crowded than major urban surf spots in Japan

What it’s like

Uchiumi is known for producing organized, rideable waves when a solid swell lines up with favorable wind. On good days it can offer longer walls and sections for turns, while on smaller or less ideal days it may be more affected by local conditions and shifting sandbars.

Conditions

Best swell: Generally responds well to E/SE swell or swell that wraps into the coastline
Best wind: Usually offshore or light winds that keep the face clean
Tide sensitivity: Can vary a lot; some banks or sections may prefer mid-tide, while others work better at lower or higher tides

Hazards and considerations

Rip currents and changing currents
Rocks or reef nearby in some areas
Local conditions can change quickly with tide and swell direction
Respect local surfers and any access rules

Overall vibe

Uchiumi – Curren’s Point is a classic-looking Japanese surf spot with a reputation for producing quality waves when the ocean lines up. It’s the kind of place that can feel very rewarding on a clean day, especially for surfers who enjoy fast, technical waves.