Surfing at Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma), Kanagawa, Japan
Kanagawa, Japan·Beach break

Surf Lessons in Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma)

Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma) is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are great for beginners — mellow waves and sandy bottom, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.

Today's Conditions

Full forecast
Waves

Knee to waist-high

6s period

Wind

22 kph

N

Water Temp

15°C

Cool — full wetsuit

Surf Rating

5.0/10

Decent conditions

Surfing at Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma)

We don't have instructors listed at Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma) yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. The waves here are beginner-friendly — if you bring your own board or rent locally, it's a great place to practice.

Best tide

low, mid

Best wind

West, Northwest

Best swell

East, Northeast, North

About surfing in Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma)

Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma) is a beach break located in Kanagawa, Japan. It's one of the friendliest spots in the area for people learning to surf — expect mellow, forgiving waves and a sandy bottom that's easy on your feet.

Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma) is a beginner-friendly beach break located in Kanagawa, Japan. This welcoming spot offers gentle, forgiving waves ideal for first-time surfers and those building confidence on a board. Best on East and Northeast swells with West/Northwest offshore winds, it provides a safe and enjoyable learning environment with consistent, manageable waves.

What to bring

Pack a full wetsuit — the water can be cool. Most instructors include board and wetsuit in the lesson price.

Know before you go — Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma)

Here's what you should know about surfing at Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma) — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.

The waves

Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma) is a beach break. The waves break gently over sand, which makes it forgiving when you fall. Perfect for first-timers.

Best conditions

  • Tide: low, mid
  • Wind: West, Northwest
  • Swell: East, Northeast, North
See today's forecast

When to go

Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma) has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is cool at 15°C.

Ready to try Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma)?

Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.

Looking for surf lessons in Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma), Kanagawa, Japan? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. Kanagawa is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.

¿Buscas clases de surf en Shonan (Enoshima / Kugenuma), Kanagawa, Japan? En Surfer Worldwide puedes encontrar instructores locales certificados que conocen este spot mejor que nadie. Kanagawa es un destino popular para surfear con olas consistentes y una comunidad de surfistas acogedora. Consulta las condiciones en vivo, compara instructores y descubre qué hacer en la zona.