Travel Legend Status

It’s pretty cool how so many Hawaiian surfers know Tokura-san.  Maybe it’s because Tokura-san’s been sponsoring Hawaiian surfers since the 1980’s, or maybe it’s because Tokura-san’s been surfing for longer than all of us.  I think it’s a combination of both.  A Legend Japanese surfer who’s been supporting Hawaiian’s for over 40 years, we all respect that.   A happy Lance Hookano encounter in the water.

Surfing for 59 years of your life, that’s “Legend” status!  

A normal day for me is having my students longboard almost hitting my face.  Come on guys, “look forward!!!”  

I took this photo the last time it rained.  Then I looked towards the mountain and was thinking of my plants and flowers in my yard.  

I can smell the sweet gardenias coming through my window.  I went to pick a few and now it’s filling my house with sweetness.  Waking up to this smell is the best!

First Trip

Sugiura-san’s first wave in Hawaii!

Nice form long rides.

Backside bottom turn attack.

June 9, 2024 Hawaii Surf Report


Yesterday morning:  5′ Bowls and totally perfect!

Good morning 3:40am.
Ala Moana overhead and good.
Diamond Head 5′ and good.
Light trade winds at 15mph.
Sunny and warm.
Going to the sea.
Have a wonderful day!