Japan’s Popular Check-In Port for Cruisers + a Tip from Sailing La Vagabonde

September 21, 2024 by Pacific Solo | Language: EN Play Time: 00:13:39 | SAILING YOUTUBERS

In this episode, I glimpse one of Japan's most renowned check-in spots for international cruisers—Yonabaru Marina. I also spent some time with Ryley, Alayna, their kids, and the crew of Sailing La Vagabonde, who had arrived from the Philippines. Alayna shares her top tip for cruisers planning to visit Japan, and I give you a tour of the marina, highlighting why it's a popular stop for sailors worldwide. This video was filmed three weeks ago. As I post this, I am in London for the Business Book of the Year Awards, where I had the unique honor of losing to an astronaut. Heading back to Japan in a few hours.

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Japan’s Popular Check-In Port for Cruisers + a Tip from Sailing La Vagabonde Locations

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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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