Machino Rivermouth
Machino Rivermouth sits on the exposed Noto Peninsula of Ishikawa Prefecture, jutting out into the Sea of Japan to catch maximum swell from Siberian winter storms. When northwest winds howl down from the continent, this rivermouth lights up with powerful peaks—some of the biggest barrels Japan has to offer. The remote location means empty lineups, but also cold water, limited facilities, and serious commitment. This is frontier surfing for those who earn their waves.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (320°)
- Direction range
- 280° - 335°
- Size range
- 1m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.4m
- Height multiplier
- 0.92×
- Ideal period
- 10s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (120°)
- Offshore range
- 80° - 160°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.4m
Water temp
12°C
Wetsuit
5/4mm + boots
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
2/10
👥 Summer Break (Jul 20 – Aug 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: Remote drive to Noto Peninsula. Car essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Machino Rivermouth?
Machino Rivermouth works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.4m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Machino Rivermouth?
Offshore wind at Machino Rivermouth blows from the ESE (120°). Anything in the 80° to 160° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Machino Rivermouth?
Machino Rivermouth wants NW swell (280° to 335°) between 1m and 3m, with a period of 10s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Machino Rivermouth?
The main season at Machino Rivermouth is Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Nov, Apr. Winter only. Noto Peninsula catches maximum swell.
How do I get to Machino Rivermouth?
Fly into KMQ, then allow about 120 minutes by road. Remote drive to Noto Peninsula. Car essential.
What kind of wave is Machino Rivermouth?
Machino Rivermouth is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Nov, Apr
Winter only. Noto Peninsula catches maximum swell.