Zushi Marina
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Flat, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Zushi Marina is a low-profile beach/jetty surf spot in the Zushi area, known for reasonably consistent, typically small surf and a calmer feel compared with more technical nearby reef breaks. It’s described as exposed to the open coast/jetties, but with some shelter from southeast winds. For surfing, the most frequently cited winning setup is a mid tide (mid-incoming phase) paired with SSE to SW groundswells (often described as around SSE to SW). North-northeast winds are favored for better conditions, while wind becoming more onshore (including from the NNW) can reduce wave quality and make conditions less clean around the marina structures. Safety is a major consideration at this spot. Multiple sources note pollution risk and emphasize physical hazards including tetrapods/breakwalls and submerged reef rocks that can move in the swell. The rocks are also described as audible during duck-diving, so take extra care and avoid getting too close to the tetrapod areas and submerged rock zones near the jetty. The spot is generally low-profile/less crowded than some other nearby options, though it can still get busy on good swell days and during peak times. Recommended protection is a spring wetsuit with neoprene gloves and boots (and, depending on conditions, a leash), and riders should avoid the marina’s active boat lanes and stay clear of boat channels.
- Best surfing window tied to October for the spot
- Mid tide / mid-incoming phase improves usability
- North winds favor cleaner offshore conditions
- Generally consistent beach/jetty break with manageable surf compared to more aggressive nearby reef breaks
- North to north-northeast winds can create clean/offshore conditions for surfing
- Shore amenities include toilets and parking at the marina
- Water quality concerns (pollution risk)
- Hidden/underwater hazards from shifting reef rocks and tetrapods near the jetty
- Surf conditions are typically small and can be inconsistent depending on sandbar formation
- No lifeguards reported; rescue availability reported as none
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N
- Offshore directions
- N, NE, NNE
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Gradient — Winter/synoptic influence described as gradient; ideal winds for surfing are from the north / north-northeast.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- October, November, December
- Shadow Zones
- High-rise buildings and cliffs can create wind shadows in N/NW directions
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach with marina/jetty structures
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Also described as modest to small overall.
- Launch
- Medium — Sand beach area adjacent to the marina walls and tetrapods.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Launch difficulty reported as moderate for surfing; one provider characterizes the marina sand launch area as easy for general use.
Through the year
low overall; holidays and good swell days can increase crowds
July–October (typhoon season) / rainy season typically June–July with typhoons peaking August–October
By sport
What to expect for each.
Occasionally used by experienced riders during specific wind directions; less suitable for beginners due to marina walls.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–6.5 m²
Limited suitability due to marina walls and potential chop; most foilers prefer more open areas nearby.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited
- Min Depth
- 1.5m
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Low-profile beach/jetty break with reasonably consistent surf. Waves tend to be modest overall, with better results on a mid tide / mid-incoming phase and with SSE–SW groundswells.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- SSE, S, SSW, SW
- Swell Height
- 1.2–1.8 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Mid-incoming / mid tide is repeatedly cited as best.
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Some shelter from southeast winds; still exposed to the open coast/swell.
- Wind Effect
- Best with north winds; onshore from NNW reduces quality and can create messy/choppy conditions near marina structures.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size, but can close out or become messy during heavy typhoon swells; as swell/tide increase it becomes more shortboard-focused.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Overall wave quality ranges from average to good depending on swell and tide.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Can be more shortboard-focused on larger swell/tide.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Also described as mushy at times; conditions vary with swell and tide.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peaky/variable depending on tide and sandbar formation near the jetties (provider variance: sometimes slow).
- Ride Length
- Short — Generally short, peaky rides; one source cites fast, short rides.
- Typical Ride Length
- 30–60 m
- Ride Length Details
- Right/left options on rising tide; fast, short rides that can become peaky with sandbar changes near the jetties.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Zushi Marina in the full forecast view.
Zushi Marina wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–16 ktsGusts 26 kts
- Direction
- N7°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2516 kts
- Windy days
- 2/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–1.4 m7s period
- Temperature
- 12–25 °C
Over the next 7 days, Zushi Marina is forecast for daytime winds of 4–16 kts, peaking around 16 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 26 kts. The prevailing direction is N. Waves run 0.4–1.4 m with a period of about 7s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
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
- Pollution risk
- Moving reef rocks (audible while duckdiving)
- Tetrapods and marina breakwalls
- Submerged rocks near the jetty
- Boat traffic near the marina entrance
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Spot-level sources describe it as low-profile/never as crowded; one provider notes mild localism.
Rules of the spot
Avoid boat lanes at the marina entrance; use standard surfing etiquette.
- No surfing within active boat lanes of the marina
- Duck dive carefully due to moving rocks that can be heard underwater; rocks can shift in the swell.
- Check sandbars as they shift frequently around the jetties.
- Avoid surf during known pollution events.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Zushi
- Nearest Town
- Zushi
- Parking
- Parking available at Zushi Marina car park (paid).
- Access
- 50km from downtown Tokyo. Head through tunnel on Route 134, turn into Zushi Marina car park. Break visible from sea wall beside car park.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Japanese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Accommodation is available in Zushi and Kamakura; the marina complex also offers apartment/hotel options.
- Food & Drink
- Restaurants, fast food, convenience stores, and beach houses in summer; also several upscale restaurants/cafes in the marina complex.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is described as limited at the marina itself; most shops are located at Zushi Beach.
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 Zushi Marina?
The best overall months at Zushi Marina are August, September, October. The best wind months are October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Zushi Marina?
Zushi Marina works with N winds. Offshore directions are N, NE, NNE.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Zushi Marina?
Recommended equipment sizes at Zushi Marina: Windsurfing: 4.5–6.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 10–20 kts.
What skill level is Zushi Marina suitable for?
Zushi Marina suits these riding levels: Windsurfing: Advanced · Wingfoiling: Advanced · Surfing: Beginner to Advanced.