Takahama
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Good bunch of locals.
Also try KDD or either side of the powerstation.
Only wax on the island from WaveAct in Hondo.
Additional Info:
This is the West coast so don't expect anything special. That said on Typhoon swells up the west it may be worth a look.
Location
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Head to Amakusa,drive over the "famous" 7 bridges and towards Hondo. From Hondo, drive south on the 266. Take the signposted right for Takahama. After a 30 minute drive you will reach the coastal road. Turn left and then follow signposts to the beach.
Park in the dirt car park close to the graveyard. When they charge for 2 weeks a year just park on the road.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy |
| Power | Fun |
| Frequency | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
| Normal length | Short (<50m) |
| Good day length | Short (<50m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | East, NorthEast |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | West, SouthWest |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 6ft+ |
| Tide | Low and mid tide |
| Tide movement | Rising tide |
Crowd
| Week | Few surfers |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Few surfers |
Dangers
Man-made danger (buoys etc..)
Videos
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