Shizunami represents Shizuoka Prefecture's growing surf infrastructure, with a new surf stadium built nearby that signals Japan's investment in wave-riding culture. The southeast-facing beach catches typhoon swells and produces quality peaks across multiple sandbars. Located between Shizuoka city and the surf towns of Hamamatsu, this is a reliable option when Chiba is too crowded or the swell angle favors the southern coast.
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
👥 Spring Break (Mar 25 – Apr 6) — expect extra crowds
Access: Between Shizuoka and Hamamatsu. New surf park nearby.
Peak: Jul-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan
Typhoon season best. New surf stadium built nearby.
♨️ Izu Peninsula gem • White sand beauty • Hot springs après-surf
🗻 Shonan soul • Mt. Fuji views • Tokyo's beach escape
🐟 Southern Chiba escape • Quality peaks • Famous fishing town