A Ritual for Safe Sailing: Japan-Style #travel #japan #shinto

• January 15, 2025 by Pacific Solo |
• Language: EN
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Start the year with me as I witness a beautiful and meaningful Shinto New Year ritual at the marina. A Shinto priest performs a blessing to drive out evil spirits and bad luck, and ensure safe journeys for all who sail in and out of the port. Carl, one of the marina staff who acts as an informal English concierge for visiting cruisers, provides insightful narration about the ceremony's significance. Thanks to Carl, from Yonabaru Marina for helping fellow sailors, Pierre and Evelyn and myself understand what was going on,

This ritual feels especially poignant as I embark on a significant year—turning 70 and setting sail on my new adventure, Chasing the Cherry Blossom 2: Sailing Beyond the Blue Zone. This blessing marks the start of the year and sets the tone for the journey ahead, filled with hope, purpose, and a little extra luck. Watch to the end because i need your help with something.

Join me in this special moment of tradition and reflection, and get inspired by Japan's coastal communities' cultural richness and timeless rituals. The video is about Safety First for Sailors in Japan

A Ritual for Safe Sailing: Japan-Style #travel #japan #shintoshrine #shinto

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Hi, I`m Lowell, a 67-year-old rookie sailor, and a never-too-later! I preparing myself for the biggest challenge of my life: a solo journey across the North Pacific. I am a Canadian living in Japan, and in 2019, I purchased Wahine, a 1988 Gib Sea 402. I moved on board while she was moored in Tokyo. In March 2021, I terminated my contract with the Marina and have been cruising Japan full time since gaining valuable experience all the while working remotely from the boat. Wahine is my home, my studio, and my lab. Join me on my learning voyage around Japan, trying to prepare myself for Pacific Solo. If you want to see where I am please go to my website and click on the Where`s Wahine Button at https://www.pacificsolo.com Also, if you are a fellow never-too-later check out www.nevertoolateacademy.com PSThe History Channel asked if they follow me into various remote ports for a new series called Dare to Dream. The pilot airs in Japan July 24th at 8pm.

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