About This Spot
Okinawa / Igei Beach, Japan is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Japan.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SE–SSE–S winds throughout the season, Okinawa / Igei Beach, Japan delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Summer wind is usually light, fickle and southerly. Not much more than a sea breeze so huge kites are a necessity. Better go diving in summer. Winter rocks, northerly wind regularly blows and can reach 30 knots.
When to Go
Hot, sunny and humid in summer, max 34°C, min 30°C. Winter excellent, usually dry and minimum daytime temperature is about 17°C, though it can get down to 14°C on some occasions, but only lasts a short time. Rainy season is May and June and it rains a lot. Typhoon season starts in August through October, and sometimes gives great conditions! Summer temp is about 28°C, rash guard and shorts is fine. Winter down to about 16°C in January, feels chilly then and full wetsuit is recommended. 3mm shorty fine for spring and autumn.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy water. To the east many rocks close to shore.
Wind & Conditions
SE · SSE · S · SSW · SW
Best wind direction
Summer wind is usually light, fickle and southerly. Not much more than a sea breeze so huge kites are a necessity. Better go diving in summer. Winter rocks, northerly wind regularly blows and can reach 30 knots.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water. To the east many rocks close to shore.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Uruma take the 329 northeast along the coast until you get to Igei.
Location
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