Fukushimaku
- Beginners
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Small waves
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Fukushimaku is a sandy beach-break surf spot in Kushima that can produce both right and left waves. It’s repeatedly described as gentle and beginner-oriented, with good wave quality despite being reported as powerless. For longer sessions, it’s noted that the spot tends to deliver its best ride length when tide, swell, and wind line up. Surfing works best with a south swell, and the spot is characterized by small-wave conditions. It is reported to start working at under 1 meter and can hold to around the 1 meter-plus range depending on the day, while very large swells may cause the wave to max out or close out. Wave shape is described as mushy/soft with slow peeling, and the beach break nature also supports longboard-friendly, relaxed riding. Wind-wise, north winds are listed as the optimal direction. Light sea-breeze influence in warmer months (often developing in the afternoon) is associated with the spot, and north winds are described as grooming the swell nicely. However, wind reliability is flagged as low, so session planning should account for changing conditions. Safety-wise, reef patches/submerged rocks are a key hazard to watch for in certain sections. Local guidance emphasizes using the tide, swell, and wind together before entering the water, and standard surfing etiquette is expected. The spot is also described as having weekend busier periods, with quieter conditions on weekdays.
- Sandy beach-break with right and left waves
- Beginner-friendly soft, mellow surf
- South swell + north winds preferred
- Beginner-friendly sandy beach break with both right and left waves.
- Good wave quality reported, with 'powerless' / mellow character that suits longboarding.
- Convenient in-city access and a short walk to the beach.
- Reef/submerged rocks reported as hazards in some sections.
- Waves are typically soft/powerless and can close out on very large swells.
- Wind reliability is reported as low for the spot.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N
- Offshore directions
- N
- Wind Range
- 5–15 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — North winds are listed as optimal for the spot; warmer-month afternoons can bring light sea-breeze influence.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- April, May, June, July, August, September
- Thermal Window
- Sea breeze · Afternoon · Months: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep · Dir: N · Light sea breezes often develop in the afternoons during warmer months.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Small waves
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small waves; starts working at less than 1 m and can hold to 1 m+.
- Launch
- Medium — Wide sandy beach area; easy entry with a short walk access.
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy — Wide entry and easy access from shore.
Through the year
Busier on weekends and during summer holidays; quiet on weekdays.
Typhoon season peaks between August and October (also described as Tsuyu rainy season in June–July and typhoon season August–October).
By sport
What to expect for each.
A sandy beach break that can produce both right and left waves. Reported as sometimes breaking, working best on small swells, and generally suited to beginners and longboarders.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S
- Swell Height
- 0.5–1.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Also described as best with 'best tide movement' (more detail not specified).
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered
- Wind Effect
- Offshore north winds groom the swell; south winds can make it choppy.
- Bigger Swell
- Typically maxes out or closes out with very large swells.
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wave Power
- Soft — Powerless / gentle and mellow; soft, beginner-friendly waves.
- Wave Shape
- Mushy
- Peel Speed
- Slow
- Ride Length
- Medium — Good-day length when tide, swell, and wind align; described as decent ride lengths, especially for longboarding.
- Ride Length Details
- Good-day ride length when tide, swell, and wind align.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Fukushimaku in the full forecast view.
Fukushimaku wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–12 ktsGusts 26 kts
- Direction
- SSW198°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2412 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–2.3 m7s period
- Temperature
- 12–28 °C
Over the next 7 days, Fukushimaku is forecast for daytime winds of 2–12 kts, peaking around 12 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 26 kts. The prevailing direction is SSW. Waves run 0.4–2.3 m with a period of about 7s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Reef
- Submerged reef/rocks
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No rescue availability is reported for the spot (regional rescue coverage is limited).
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facility: Kushima City Hospital. Emergency numbers: 119 (ambulance/fire) and 110 (police). Rescue availability is limited with Japan Coast Guard/local emergency services (no dedicated on-beach rescue boats described).
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild
Rules of the spot
Use the tide, swell, and wind together when planning a session. Standard surfing etiquette applies; respect local riders and avoid dropping in.
- Use the tide, swell, and wind together when planning a session.
- Best enjoyed with a longboard due to the soft nature of the wave.
- Watch for local conditions near the harbor/river mouth area.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Kushima
- Nearest Town
- Kushima
- Parking
- Parking is available in the vicinity of the beach and harbor areas.
- Access
- Plain beachbreak with short walking access from the city; in-city access with short walk (about 5–15 minutes) reported.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Japanese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Various local guesthouses and hotels are available in Kushima City.
- Food & Drink
- Local restaurants and convenience stores are found in the nearby city area.
- Equipment Rental:
- Limited availability locally is described regionally; many visitors bring gear or rent from larger shops in Miyazaki City.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Fukushimaku?
The best overall months at Fukushimaku are September, August, July, June, May, April, October. The best wind months are April, May, June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Fukushimaku?
Fukushimaku works with N winds. Offshore directions are N.
What skill level is Fukushimaku suitable for?
Fukushimaku suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner.