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カブネ

3.9 — based on 16 community signals
4.3 12 species 30 contributors

カブネ is a year-round Japanese surf break with active community documentation and consistent swell opportunities.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 6 months ago
Shore entryFamily-friendly

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
5.4 kn
Wave
0.72 m
Water
22.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNE (39%)
Now: N (360°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.5m

Today: High 23:00 (+0.42m), Low 18:00 (+0.25m)

+0.9 m0 m-0.6 m
▼ 18:00 · +0.25m ▲ 23:00 · +0.42m ▼ 06:00 · -0.17m ▲ 13:00 · +0.62m Now +0.5m
Tue 3Wed 4Thu 5Fri 6Sat 7Sun 8Mon 9
UV3.5 · mod Air PM2.514 · moderate 06:04 16:45
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
11-03 6.5 1.12 4 0mm
11-04 8.7 1.08 1 3mm
11-05 12.7 1.68 3 77mm
11-06 10.3 1.44 4 0mm
11-07 9.1 0.96 4 0mm
11-08 8.7 0.56 2 0mm
11-09 10.5 0.44 2 4mm

About this spot

カブネ is a surf spot located in Japan that draws surfers throughout the year. The break benefits from Japan's reliable swell patterns and seasonal wind conditions, making it accessible to visiting and local surfers across multiple seasons. With 12 recorded species observations and 3 community videos in the local database, the spot has generated modest but genuine local interest and documentation. The area sits outside any marine protected zone, giving surfers straightforward access without additional permitting constraints. Community contributions suggest the break attracts enough visitors to build a small knowledge base about conditions and timing. Local surfers and traveling enthusiasts have documented sessions here, providing real-world insight into what to expect. While specific difficulty ratings and water conditions require direct local knowledge, the year-round viability of カブネ makes it worth investigating for surfers exploring Japan's coastline. Best approach: connect with local communities, check recent video clips from the spot, and time visits around known swell windows for your skill level. Like many Japanese breaks, shoulder seasons often deliver cleaner conditions with fewer crowds.

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Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 100V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌘 Moon Waning crescent · 39%
  • GPS
› Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 9609km · ~2210kg · €40

FAQ

›When's the best time to surf カブネ?

カブネ works year-round, so timing depends on your swell preferences and crowd tolerance. Shoulder seasons (spring and fall) often deliver cleaner conditions. Check local forecasts and recent community videos before booking to match current conditions to your ability.

›What's the difficulty level and water depth?

Specific difficulty ratings and depth details aren't documented in the current database. Contact local surf communities or recent visitors through video comments to get firsthand accounts of wave size, power, and bottom type before your trip.

›What marine life should I watch for?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at カブネ. Review the available species documentation in the local database and speak with locals about seasonal marine activity and any wildlife awareness needed while surfing.

›Do I need permits or permission to surf here?

カブネ is not inside a marine protected area, so no special permits are required. Standard respect for local access points and beach etiquette applies. Always check local signage and ask locals about any beach-specific rules before entering the water.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Grampus

6.5 km
Dive centre

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

2014/10/6 台風18号 サーフィン カブネ(surfer NARITA!)

KAORUKO N

サーフィン@カブネ_2014年3月14日

麻生一茶

2019年19号 大崎とカブネ

草柳聡一

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