Maebara Beach — Boso's Surf Capital

Maebara Beach, along Kamogawa City's Pacific coastline, is one of Chiba's premier surf breaks — a 1.5km crescent of sand that catches consistent swells year-round. The beach faces east, receiving swell from Pacific typhoons (summer/autumn) and winter Aleutian lows. The waves are forgiving for beginners (beach break, soft sand bottom) yet offer occasional overhead sets that satisfy intermediate surfers.

The beach is lined with surf shops offering rentals and lessons (English-speaking instructors increasingly common). The surf community here is welcoming to visitors — a contrast to more territorial breaks. Early morning sessions (6:00–8:00) see locals paddling out at sunrise, a ritual that feels more meditative than competitive.