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Broad north to northwest swell bias, with offshore flow from the east-northeast or northwest depending on the guide.
Low tide is the safest bias.
Surf GuideOkinawa
Turtles
Turtles is a shallow Okinawa reef break near Chatan with a distinctive rusting-pipes-and-concrete access landmark. It is a serious reef session rather than a beach cruise, and the shallow setup and packed lineup give it a sharp local identity. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Turtles in Okinawa.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelAdvanced
LocationOkinawa, JP
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Entry is shallow and sharp, so watch reef, coral, rocks, and a packed lineup when it is on.
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