Takegashima Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the menu for the next couple of weeks.

We're looking at a slow start, but there's a real pulse of energy building for the second half of the period. The main event is definitely Takegashima, a reef setup that needs a solid SE to E groundswell to really fire. The water is a touch warmer than average for this time of year at 85°, which is nice.

The first few days are a write-off. We've got a bit of a gap here. Thursday the 3rd morning shows a moment of hope with glassy conditions and a 4ft SSE swell, but the energy is weak (282) and the period is short. It's a tease. Friday the 4th through Sunday the 6th is a total loss with heavy rain, onshore winds, and building but messy swell. Monday the 7th is equally poor, with strong cross-onshore winds and lumpy conditions.

Then things get interesting. Tuesday the 8th afternoon is a standout. The combined energy jumps to a massive 3716, with a 13ft SE swell rolling in at 11 seconds. The wind goes light and cross-offshore, creating clean conditions. This is proper, powerful groundswell and it's only for the experienced crew. At over 8ft, this is expert territory. The following morning, Wednesday the 9th, is even better, with an 12ft SE swell at a very long 13 seconds and zero wind – dead glassy. The energy is peaking at 4209, but the period is so long that at a beach break it might be a bit tricky, but on a reef like Takegashima, it's going to be an absolute dream. That Wednesday morning session is the best on offer, no question.

We then get another lull. Thursday the 10th through Sunday the 13th morning sees a drop in size and messy winds, but there are some clean windows. Saturday the 12th afternoon and Sunday the 13th morning both have clean, glassy conditions with a 5ft to 6ft ESE swell, which is a fun size for a wider range of surfers. The energy is moderate (329 and 476).

Looking further ahead, Tuesday the 15th afternoon has a weird one – a tiny 2ft swell but from the SSE with an extremely long 18-second period. The energy is still moderate (450), and the clean cross-offshore wind will make for some long, lines but small. Then the next big pulse arrives on Wednesday the 16th morning. Another 12ft SE swell at 12 seconds, with a combined energy of 3032 and light cross-offshore winds. Another expert-only session, but it's a long-range call so keep an eye on it. The wind turns onshore that afternoon and the following days are blown out again.

So, to sum it up: the first week is a bust. The absolute standout is Wednesday the 9th morning at Takegashima, with the Tuesday the 8th afternoon and Wednesday the 16th morning as the other top-tier, expert-only windows. The weekend of the 12th and 13th offers the best chance for the average punter to get some clean, fun waves.

Stay stoked,
Rusty

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