Okinawa Surfing

Learn to surf

Experience happiness.

Let's Surf

Danny Melhado

Our owner is a former World Tour Surfer, East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame inductee, and US National Surf Team Member with decades of instructing experience. Our instructors meet Danny's high standard of surfing ability while keeping you safe and smiling.

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What our customers say

Please check out our reviews on Google Maps. We proudly maintain a 4.9-star rating with over 100 reviews.

Michelle Khare

"We had an absolutely fantastic day surfing with Happy Surfing Okinawa. They provide really great instruction and took us to the best local spot for some great waves."

— Michelle Khare
Amy Yu

"Great house to stay at in Okinawa whether you're surfing or not. Super chill vibes, feels like home, very relaxed, super clean and has everything you need for a surf. Will definitely be back."

— Amy Yu
Brandon Bunn

"Beautiful adventure!!! Not only are they super down to earth but great wealth of local knowledge to make your stay as fun and exciting as possible! Go check it out you won’t be disappointed!!"

— Brandon Bunn
Happy Surfing Okinawa Guesthouse

Guesthouse

Come visit beautiful Okinawa, Japan. Surf and stay next to a white sand beach.

We are located at 431-3 Toya, Yomitan, Nakagami, Okinawa 904-0305.

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Swell

Swell

Wind and Tides are constantly changing. Established in 2009 we have over a decade of experience finding the best waves.

Reef

Reef

Okinawa is well known for the beauty of its coral reefs. We work hard to keep it beautiful for the next generation.

Safety

Safety

The only thing that comes above your Happy Surfing is ensuring your safety. Safely guiding you in and out of the ocean is our top priority.

Daily Wave Watch

DAILY WAVE WATCH

Check out our blog showing surfing conditions and new surfers daily.

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