Gomoda (Anan)

Gomoda (Anan) is an exposed right-hand reef break on the eastern edge of Shikoku, known for relatively consistent surf when Southeast swells arrive and offshore winds blow from the north-northwest to north. The spot is remote and typically not crowded, making it appealing for surfers who plan around the forecast rather than relying on crowds. Safety is the main consideration: dangerous rips are repeatedly flagged, and reef/rock sections near the shoreline add a high level of consequence to wipeouts. The cape headland can also create strong tidal currents, so conditions should be checked carefully—especially wind direction, since clean/offshore flow is what helps the wave face. Best surf timing centers on autumn, with providers highlighting September through November and emphasizing September–October/October as peak months. Typhoon-driven groundswells can create heavier conditions, but the waves are described as holding up during typhoon swell periods—meaning experienced surfers may still find workable line selection when others will be uncomfortable. For gear and season planning, wetsuits are strongly favored given the water temperature influence from the warm Kuroshio current and colder winter conditions. There is no dedicated on-site rescue reported, so surfers should treat this as a technical, high-risk reef environment and go prepared.