Surf spot

Veedol Beach

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

Country: Japan, Tohoku
Coordinates: 40.7744, 141.4126

Metric
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Wave direction	ESE	E	E	ESE	ESE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	ESE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	ESE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE
Wave period (s)	5.4	9.6	8.9	8.1	8.2	9.8	10.3	9.8	8.5	8.6	8.6	8.6	9.3	9.5	9.6	4.3	4.3	3.9	8.7	7.3	7.8	7.8	7.8	9.4	9.4	7.8	7.9	8	7.9	7.9	7.9	7.8	7.8	7.8	7.8	7.7	7.8	7.8	7.7	7.3	7.5	7.5	7.5	8.2	8.2	8.1	8.2	8.2	8.2	8.6	8.4	8.5	6.3	6.3	6.2	6.3
Wave energy (kJ)	11	39	40	38	42	45	45	44	45	46	46	46	46	45	61	27	21	13	58	46	56	60	64	59	64	63	65	66	65	65	65	60	60	60	59	54	52	53	52	40	53	52	52	51	48	44	45	45	45	40	41	39	25	31	40	40
Wind speed (km/h)	6.9	7.6	7.1	4.8	4.3	10.2	8.2	6.4	5.6	6.9	6.8	8.7	13.7	20.1	12.5	8.8	9.8	9.7	6.4	6.6	10.1	11.3	7.6	5.8	6.1	5.6	4.3	6.3	4.8	8.2	8.7	6	4.7	3.9	0.8	1.8	10.7	11	6.6	4.7	5.1	7.5	8.3	10.9	12.1	13.8	14	13.4	13	13.5	16.9	20.6	21.7	23.3	21.3	21.1
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Veedol Beach (Tohoku, Japan) is a lesser-known surf spot on Japan’s rugged northeast coast, offering a more local, uncrowded alternative to the country’s better-known surf destinations. Tohoku’s coastline is exposed to Pacific swell, so when conditions line up, Veedol Beach can deliver clean, punchy waves with a raw coastal feel.

What it’s like

Wave character: Typically a beachbreak with shifting sandbars, so the waves can change from session to session.
Best conditions: Usually works best with a good swell from the Pacific, a favorable tide, and light offshore winds.
Crowds: Generally less crowded than surf spots closer to Tokyo or in more famous surf regions.
Vibe: Quiet, scenic, and a bit remote—good for surfers who like a peaceful, natural setting.

Things to know

Weather can be cold, especially outside summer, so a proper wetsuit is important.
Seasonality matters: Tohoku can get powerful winter swells, but conditions may be harsher and more challenging.
Access and amenities: Depending on the exact access point, facilities may be limited compared with major surf towns.

Good for

Surfers looking for uncrowded waves
Intermediate to advanced surfers when swell is up
Anyone wanting a more authentic northern Japan surf experience