What is SUP? A comprehensive introduction to the equipment you need, places you can do it, and recommended experience tours!
On this page, SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) Special feature!
Starting with basic knowledge of what SUP is, Useful information for beginners, including necessary equipment, places to ride, and tips on how to ride. We will introduce it in detail.
In addition, Popular SUP experience tour rankings and recommended plans Let's check them all together.
Popular SUP experience tour ranking
First of all, based on the latest reservation data from Activity Japan, SUP Experience Tour Popularity Ranking I will introduce.
Can be enjoyed in any waterfront, including oceans, rivers, and lakes That's the appeal of SUP.
Tour contents and fees (prices), Check out the reviews and testimonials Please use this to help you compare plans.
- 4.9
- (441件of口コミ・体験談)
Experience kayaking or SUP in the mangrove forests of the Fukido River, a natural monument of Ishigaki Island and a designated cultural asset of the city! The river flows very gently, and this tour prioritizes safety so that beginners and small children can enjoy kayaking or SUP. It's a course for beginners, but it still gives you a taste of nature! On the way under the mangrove arch,
- 4.9
- (83 reviews and testimonials)
"360-degree Miyako Blue!!" Now, a very popular boat tour of Uni Beach in Miyakojima! Free! Drone photography included, high-quality video images as a gift! You can take pictures of the scenery that will definitely look great on social media!! Data will be delivered on the same day! (Delivered by Giga File Delivery) Since you will be landing by boat, it is okay even if you are not confident in your physical strength! It is safe for everyone from children to the elderly.
- 4.9
- (584件of口コミ・体験談)
✨Will this moving moment reach you? ?✨A special tour guided by an islander, only once a day. With a longer experience time than other companies, you can enjoy it to your heart's content without worrying about time! We will deliver an experience that will make you think, "I want to experience it again!" Your special time begins now...★Rapidly growing in popularity★Sunset tour & starry sky tour & night mangrove tour all in one
- 4.9
- (236件of口コミ・体験談)
[Rapidly growing in popularity!] A rare clear SUP & clear kayak tour even in Ishigaki Island! ✨An amazing experience of feeling the crystal clear ocean at your feet✨A special activity you can't experience anywhere else✨Available now at an affordable price! ✨Capture impressive footage with the latest GoPro and a 4k drone designed for social media! ✨Guaranteed to look great on social media! Get dynamic shots of the sea and sky
- 4.8
- (206 reviews/testimonials)
Miyakojima's lowest price★Clear SUP tour, which is rare in Miyakojima, and the popular sea turtle snorkeling tour are a great deal★The clear SUP is transparent, so you can see the whole ocean. It is an activity that you can enjoy standing and rowing even for the first time! No extra charge! Full money back guarantee! Free rental! Free photo! 1
- 4.9
- (413件of口コミ・体験談)
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Free photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers♪★Free transportation included! ★You might even see a sea turtle! ★Participant benefits included (coupons for use at restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots)! ★A satisfying plan that can be enjoyed from early morning to afternoon! ★Student discount available! (2 people)
- 4.8
- (30 reviews and experiences)
At Cheerful, we want you to feel the beautiful sea of Miyakojima "more", so we will do a tour with "Clear Kayak", which is all clear. Kayaking is one of the few marine activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family, including small children. Small children can be placed on your lap for stable navigation.
- 4.8
- (186 reviews and testimonials)
This is a very popular plan that has been ranked number one in the reservation ranking since 2022! You can choose from two plans at Zane Beach, a hidden spot with a spectacular view, and Gorilla Chop, the No. 1 point in northern Okinawa in Motobu Town. (The location of the tour will be selected based on the best conditions on the day of the tour.) Plan 1: A pure white sandy beach with transparent water.
【少人数制/SUP・カヌー】Ishigaki Island初！マングローブ＆海ドローン・一眼レフ撮影付！『上陸できる熱帯雨林と青く澄んだ海』島人プロカメラマン案内！
- 5.0
- (54件of口コミ・体験談)
【魅力】☆Ishigaki Island初！マングローブ&海ドローンツアー❗️※一眼レフ撮影も付いていMasu.☆3歳〜参加可！初心者も安心・安全of少人数制❗️☆SUP・カヤック初心者でも安心・安全なオススメofアクティビティ！☆5.4Kドローン＆高品質一眼レフカメラof写真動画ofデータ無料！☆満足度120%❗️撮影した写真・動画
- 4.8
- (685 reviews and experiences)
★Over 300,000 participants! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Free photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers♪★Free transportation included! ★Participants receive special benefits (coupons for restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots)! ★Student discounts available! (Reservations for 2 or more people possible) [Kabira Bay SUP/Canoe] Ishigaki Island's most famous scenic spot
Places where you can do SUP
" SUP Where can you experience this? "or" Where can I go for SUP? I'm sure there are many people who are researching information such as "
SUP (stand-up paddle) experience tours are available in locations all around the country, and are open to everyone from beginners to experienced paddlers. Held in water fields such as the sea, rivers, and lakes It has been.
From here, we will introduce the " Ranking of prefectures with the most popular SUP experience tours " Let's take a look at this.
Ranking of prefectures with the most popular SUP experience tours
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The first place
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Okinawa |
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2nd place
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Kanagawa |
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3rd place
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Shiga |
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4th place
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Chiba |
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5th place
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Yamanashi |
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6th place
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Kagoshima |
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7th place
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Tokyo |
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8th place
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Hokkaido |
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9th place
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Hyogo |
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10th place
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Shizuoka |
The best paradise for marine activities in Japan " Okinawa "(including remote islands)" was the most popular with an overwhelming number of reservations It is shining.
In Okinawa, Emerald blue sea and lush mangrove forests in the jungle SUP (stand-up paddle) experience tours such as these are gaining popularity.
again, Lake Biwa is located in Shiga " and " Yamanashi " It is also known as a popular spot for SUP (stand-up paddle boarding).
The board is stable and waves are less likely to form. The lake is a great spot for SUP beginners We can say that.
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Types of SUP experience tours
SUP Taking advantage of the large buoyancy of the board, The high diversity of ways to enjoy it is also an attraction is.
From here" How to enjoy SUP and its types We will introduce some typical examples.
SUP CRUISING
The most basic style for enjoying SUP is " SUP CRUISING "is.
Sap cruising is while standing on the board and scratching the water with a paddle. Rowing on the water like a rowboat It's about how you enjoy it.
Held at water fields all over Japan, including oceans, rivers, and lakes Participate in the beginner's experience tour and experience its charm firsthand.
SUP SURFING
The style of enjoying surfing like surfing using SUP is " SUP SURFING (SUP SURFING / paddle surfing) "is.
As you get used to using a SUP in the ocean, Relaxed surfing like longboard surfing You will be able to enjoy it.
Because it requires not only SUP but also surfing skills and techniques, Recommended ways to enjoy it for intermediate to advanced players is.
Recommended experience tour
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
Break away from being a SUP beginner and take on the challenge of SUP surfing! ! In fact, surfing is popular in Okinawa! ! For those of you who are not satisfied with just cruising! ! You want to stand out from your rival paddlers! ! Why not take a step forward and try SUP surfing this year? ? Once you experience the feeling of riding a wave, you will become addicted.> <インスト
[Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] Limited to experienced users! SUP surf lesson (3 hours)
Recommended for those with SUP experience (as long as you can stand on a board) and want to start SUP surfing. Beginners are also welcome♪
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SUP YOGA
The style of enjoying exercises such as yoga and Pilates on a SUP board is " SUP YOGA "is.
Popular among women who are highly conscious about beauty and health It caught on and is now a popular and standard way to enjoy SUP.
On the board floating on the unstable water surface, Expected to be more effective in strengthening inner muscles and burning fat than on land. will be done.
Recommended experience tour
- 4.8
- (21 reviews and testimonials)
I want to take an elegant walk on the sea with SUP! I also want to try the popular water yoga! This is a very satisfying set plan that the long-established SUP Yoga School (since 2012) uses its experience and know-how to fully meet such greedy requests. Please contact us for recreational activities for groups.There is also a BBQ area on the same premises.Even first-timers can enjoy it with peace of mind due to its excellent buoyancy and
- 4.9
- (18 reviews and testimonials)
This SUP yoga experience is easily accessible from the city center and takes place in the shallow, calm sea. Anyone new to yoga or SUP can join. Of course, this is also a very popular option with experienced studio instructors and yoga instructors. After a simple explanation of the process and a lecture on how to use the SUP, you will head out to the sea. Of course, you can dive into the sea.
- 4.9
- (6 reviews and experiences)
A luxurious time for yourself on the world's most beautiful sea of Miyakojima! SUP YOGA is a different experience from yoga on land. You do asanas (yoga poses) while balancing with the sea on a rocking board. You can also train your core on the unstable board, and the fun will naturally bring a smile to your face! Relaxing in the great outdoors
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SUP FISHING
The style of enjoying fishing by using a SUP board as a fishing boat is SUP FISHING "is.
Due to the high demand, it has more capacity and gimmicks than regular SUPs. We also sell a type of board called "Fishing Sap" specialized for fishing. It has been.
Like cruising, Various fish species in all water fields such as the sea, rivers, and lakes. You can enjoy fishing by targeting.
Recommended experience tour
- 4.9
- (18 reviews and testimonials)
Would you like to experience SUP fishing in the beautiful sea of Ishigaki Island? This is a private plan so that even customers who are new to SUP or fishing can enjoy it. Don't worry, we will give you a detailed lecture before heading out to the beautiful sea! [Flow during the tour] - Leisurely SUP from the beach, move to the point while taking photos ♪ → Recommended points
[Kanagawa/Miura Coast] Enjoy fishing with SUP!
Fishing using lures and artificial baits (we do not use live baits such as earthworms) using the popular SUP and stand-up paddle boards. You don't have to bring anything, everything is available for rent. I will paddle a little offshore with my SUP, and when I arrive at the spot where I can catch fish, I will swing the rod and start fishing. An instructor will be nearby to advise you.
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What is SUP?
SUP The official name is " Stand Up Paddleboard It is a kind of water sport.
The abbreviation of the English acronym is "SUP". It is written as "SUP," "SUP," or "Stand Up Paddle."
As the name suggests, you stand on a board and use a paddle. The most popular way to enjoy it is by paddling on the water. ..
In addition, by taking advantage of its high stability on the water surface, Various ways to enjoy the area, including fishing (SUP fishing) and yoga (SUP yoga) there is.
Can I go on a SUP trip without permission?
At natural lakes etc. SUP When riding, No notification required in principle Everyone can enjoy it freely.
on the other hand, Many locations require permission from the owner or manager. So be sure to check it out before enjoying.
Additionally, non-motorized boats such as canoes and kayaks are permitted. There are many places where SUP is prohibited. Masu.
In order to enjoy SUP safely, Beginners participate in an experience tour accompanied by a guided instructor I recommend you to do it.
The History of SUP
SUP of It originated in Hawaii, USA in the 1960s. ..
By local surfers based in Waikiki, Developed for surfing training It is said that it was started.
SUP requires boards over 9 feet (approximately 274.3 cm) which are larger than surfboards. High stability on the water surface It is characterized by this.
Therefore, it is a surf term to express that there are no waves. It is possible to take off (stand) on the surface of the water and enjoy it even on a "flat" day. It is said.
SUP equipment
SUP The basic tools and goods are: Board, paddle, leash, swimsuit (wetsuit) is.
Below Each feature and role Is summarized.
SUP board
SUP boards include: There are two main types: “hard board” and “in-playable board”. there is.
What is a hardboard?
What is hardboard? Hard materials such as wood and plastic This is a more traditional and authentic board made with.
As the material is hard and heavy, Although it is highly stable on the water, it is inconvenient to carry and has the disadvantages of securing space for storage. is.
What is an inplayable board?
What is an inplayable board? Made of inflatable rubber It is a SUP (stand-up paddle) board made of materials such as
When stored, it is about the size of a large backpack. The advantage is that it is easy to carry and does not take up much storage space. is.
These two types are not about "which is better" It's important to choose a SUP board that suits your lifestyle. is.
paddle
The paddles used in SUP are Various types due to differences in length, size, weight, material, storage method, etc. is on sale.
Even if you take one material Made of aluminum, carbon, glass fiber, etc. There are models with different characteristics.
again, The size of the webbed part affects the propulsion force to move on the water surface, and the overall weight affects operability, strength, etc. I'll do it.
It is important to choose a paddle based on its purpose, physical strength, how to carry it, where to store it, etc. That's the point.
Leash code
What is a leash code? A cord that connects the SUP board to your ankles to prevent it from coming off your body and being carried away by water. It is.
To protect your own safety and to prevent accidents and troubles Tools that are absolutely necessary when enjoying SUP is.
Swimsuit (wet suit)
SUP is a water sport that you enjoy on the surface of the water. It is essential to wear a swimsuit or wet suit. It will be.
Surf pants and rash guards, Wear a wet suit (dry suit) if the air or water temperature is low let's.
It also protects your safety when the water falls. It is compulsory to wear a life jacket In addition, it is recommended to wear surf gloves and marine shoes.
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How to ride a SUP and tips
Next, actually SUP How to ride and tips to enjoy I will briefly explain.
However, in order to learn to ride a SUP, it is more important to learn how to do it than to read a written explanation. The best way to improve is to "actually experience it" is.
Once you understand the preparation and basics Participate in a trial tour with a lecture by an instructor I recommend you actually try riding a SUP.
Paddle adjustment
Before floating the board on the water, adjust it according to your height and hand length. Paddle length adjustment Let.
With the blade (webbed) part facing down, The appropriate length is enough for you to reach up and reach the limbs. It is said that.
If you get used to paddling on SUP, You can also adjust the length to suit your preference. is.
Basic posture on the board
When you get on a SUP board, you can The most stable point in the center Let's find out.
Rather than riding sideways like in surfing or skateboarding, The basic posture is ``parallel stance,'' where the feet are placed parallel to the left and right. is.
Place the paddle at a location that is slightly wider than the tip of your limb and the width of your shoulders. Relax and hold it without straining.
How to row SUP
SUP is a paddle that is inserted into the water in front of you. Paddle backwards To do.
When paddling Image of bending the knee lightly and stretching the back muscles If you row with, your posture on the board will be stable.
Once you get the hang of it, you can move forward even if you row lightly without applying too much force. You will be able to gain momentum.
You can sit and row at first!
Even beginners are often able to stand up on the same day, There is no problem with sitting while rowing at first. ..
Sitting on a SUP Once you get used to it, calm down and stand on the board. ..
At this time, instead of looking at the board or the water surface, The trick is to imagine standing up quickly while looking ahead. is.
*The content of this article is current as of February 2025.
