Habushi Beach Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
E, NE, SE swells
Wind
SW, W, NW
Surf Height
Chest high-well overhead+
Tide
Low to high, depending on the swell and direction, shifty sandbars, etc.
Habushi Beach Surf Guide
One of the Izu Seven Islands, Niijima is about seven hours from Tokyo by the overnight ferry, and a world away in atmosphere. The island has long been a center of Japanese surfing, most notably the juicy beachbreak at Habushi.As a result of the high-quality and ultra-consistent waves at Habushi, which can have waves all year and is particularly good on angled, Shortboard period wind swell, the island is well organized for surfing. Many of the fifty or so minshuku, or Japanese-style bed and breakfast places, cater almost exclusively to Japanese surfers and take very good care of their guests. For foreign surfers, Niijima is a cultural as well as surfing experience.While spring is regarded as the best period to score Habushi's turquoise-blue beachbreak barrels, there can be good waves at any time of year due to wide swell exposure, variable winds, and shifting sandbars.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Can get challenging when the surf has size.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Friendly - few locals on the island, and surfing tourism is important to the local economy.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Weekends and holiday periods are crowded with Tokyo surfers, but off-season lineups can be empty.
Spot Rating
Fun
Sandbar dependent but can get good.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Some current, especially when it gets bigger.
Water Quality
Clean
Pretty good.
Hazards
Just the surf if it gets big.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
Walk or bicycle to Habushi, or park your car in front.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Typhoon season - July to November is typically the most consistent but other times of year can get good too.
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