About This Spot
Honshu / Kemigawahama, Japan is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Japan.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With S–SSW winds throughout the season, Honshu / Kemigawahama, Japan delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Frequently 5-12 m/s afternoon thermals out of the S, SW. Gusty on anything with any north or much east to it. One of the more consistent spots in summer due to thermals out of the SW off of Tokyo Bay. Almost guaranteed afternoon wind on a sunny summer day. Prevailing thermal is almost directly onshore, so you need to be competent at staying upwind to have fun here.
When to Go
Cold in November to February, but riding possible. Nice from June to September. Warm water, no wetsuit needed in summer.
What to Expect
The water is the north end of Tokyo Bay, surrounded on either side by steel and chemical plants, hence the nickname, `Chemicalgawahama`. But it is the closest beach to downtown Tokyo, so it is used frequently. The riding area is enclosed between two breakwaters and part of the beach is concrete embankment (wear a helmet).
Wind & Conditions
S · SSW
Best wind direction
Frequently 5-12 m/s afternoon thermals out of the S, SW. Gusty on anything with any north or much east to it. One of the more consistent spots in summer due to thermals out of the SW off of Tokyo Bay. Almost guaranteed afternoon wind on a sunny summer day. Prevailing thermal is almost directly onshore, so you need to be competent at staying upwind to have fun here.
Best Months
Water Conditions
The water is the north end of Tokyo Bay, surrounded on either side by steel and chemical plants, hence the nickname, `Chemicalgawahama`. But it is the closest beach to downtown Tokyo, so it is used frequently. The riding area is enclosed between two breakwaters and part of the beach is concrete embankment (wear a helmet).
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Higashi-Kanto expressway east from Tokyo, exit at Wangan-Makuhari. Take the 1st right after exiting, drive straight through the Makuhari-Messe towards the bay and take a left. Go about 2km, immediately after crossing the river is the launch, you will see kites up if there is wind. Alternatively, take the JR Keiyo line from Hatchobori or Shin-Kiba to Kemigawahama station, then about 1km cab ride to the beach.
Location
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