KiteGlobeHonshu / Shirasato
Honshu / Shirasato is a kiteboarding spot near Tokyo in Japan, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE, SE wind, best ridden in July, August, September.
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Tokyo |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | NE, SE |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 35.4961, 140.4288 |
About Honshu / Shirasato
Good wave, perfect for surf, kitesurf and windsurf.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Honshu / Shirasato?
The best time to kite Honshu / Shirasato is July, August, September, when the NE, SE wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Honshu / Shirasato offers open ocean conditions with NE, SE wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Honshu / Shirasato?
By public transport: From Tokyo take the Sotobo line to Oami (change may needed in Chiba or Saga). In Oami take a bus to the beach. In takes from Tokyo 2h30. With a car: From Tokyo take the Higashi Kanto express way. At the Mijanogi Junction change in direction of Chiba. At Chiba-Hihashi junction change in direction of Togane. At Togane, leave the Highway and take the 126. Go strait east to the beach. A car with GPS is highly recommended when driving in Japan.
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2 kite schools operate in Japan. See kite schools in Japan →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.