Takezaki Beach
Takezaki is surfing at the edge of space—literally. This quality beachbreak sits beneath sandstone cliffs near JAXA's Tanegashima Space Center, where you can catch waves with rocket launch pads visible in the background. The island is considered Japan's best surf destination, with its long narrow shape catching swells from both the Pacific and East China Sea. When typhoons roar past, Takezaki produces powerful, quality waves—though access becomes difficult with flights and ferries cancelled.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SE (130°)
- Direction range
- 90° - 180°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 1.8m - 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (320°)
- Offshore range
- 280° - 360°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Fly or ferry from Kagoshima. Car essential on island.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Takezaki Beach?
Takezaki Beach is a beach break in Tanegashima, Japan, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Takezaki Beach?
Takezaki Beach picks up swell from the E round to the S, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SE. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 1.8 to 2.5m. Period matters too: aim for 13s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. SW swells from East China Sea also work. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Takezaki Beach?
A NW wind is dead offshore at Takezaki Beach, and anything from the W round to the N keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Takezaki Beach?
Takezaki Beach has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Takezaki Beach?
The most reliable run of swell at Takezaki Beach comes Jul to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Mar too. Best during typhoons. Year-round swell possible.
How cold is the water at Takezaki Beach?
The water at Takezaki Beach averages around 25°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Takezaki Beach good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10). Remote island. Flights and ferries cancelled during storms.
How do I get to Takezaki Beach?
The nearest airport on our list is TNE, then it's roughly a 20-minute drive. Fly or ferry from Kagoshima. Car essential on island.
What other surf spots are near Takezaki Beach?
Fun fact: it's the third most southerly break we track in Japan.
Best Season
Peak: Jul-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Best during typhoons. Year-round swell possible.