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
- 2.3m
- 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
👥 Summer Break (Jul 20 – Aug 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: Fly or ferry from Kagoshima. Car essential on island.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Takezaki Beach?
Takezaki Beach works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Takezaki Beach?
Offshore wind at Takezaki Beach blows from the NW (320°). Anything in the 280° to 360° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Takezaki Beach?
Takezaki Beach wants SE swell (90° to 180°) between 0.8m and 3m, with a period of 13s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Takezaki Beach?
The main season at Takezaki Beach is Jul-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. Best during typhoons. Year-round swell possible.
How do I get to Takezaki Beach?
Fly into TNE, then allow about 20 minutes by road. Fly or ferry from Kagoshima. Car essential on island.
What kind of wave is Takezaki Beach?
Takezaki Beach is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jul-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Best during typhoons. Year-round swell possible.