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Okinawa Boat Tragedy: Captain Explains What Matters #japan #boatsafety #aging
Like many people in Japan and around the world, I was saddened by the recent boating tragedy off Henoko in Okinawa, where a 17-year-old high school student and a 71-year-old captain lost their lives. I’ve been asked by many viewers to comment—particularly in comparison to the La Vagabonde incident....
What Sailors Should Know About Japan’s Typhoon Season
Hi, I’m Lowell Sheppard, back on board Wahine here in Buren Bay, Japan — well, almost! I’m checking in after some time away and happy to report she’s stayed dry and mold-free. But let’s talk about typhoon season in Japan — it’s not over yet. Even in mid-October, Japan can still get hit hard. Whethe...
It’s July 4. Why I’m sleeping onshore the next few days #july5prediction #japan #islandlife
It’s not because it’s July 4th that I’m staying on shore — I’m Canadian. But something curious is happening here in Japan. Tourists are cancelling their trips because of a decades-old manga prediction about a disaster on July 5th — and oddly enough, that prediction points to the very region I’m in: ...
Broken Gear, Sweat and Sunblock #boatlife #travel #sailingjapan
Maintenance My Way. Some people are wired for repairs. I’m… not one of them. Today I’m rowing ashore to get my broken Zero Breeze air conditioner looked at (and its stubborn battery). Thankfully, my friend Martin is an electrical wizard—because my strengths lie elsewhere. Like sunscreen. Thanks to...
Taking Out the Trash: BoatLife in Japan #boatlife #sailingjapan japan #cruisinglife
Taking out the trash isn’t always straightforward—especially when you live on a sailboat, anchored off a remote Japanese hamlet. In this short glimpse, I row ashore to meet the garbage man and navigate the very local—and very specific—rules of Japan’s waste disposal system. Boar-proof bins, officia...
Setting Sail tomorrow and saying goodbye to Yonabaru. #sailing #japan #cherryblossoms
Its my last day in the port of Yonabaru, where he has met many wonderful people over the past 14 months. I am sailing tomorrow to Itoman on the other side of Okinawa to position myself to head north and follow the annual cherry blossom the length of Japan, visiting remote places and, and exploring t...
Day 14 Japan Haul-Out #boatleak #boating #japan #sailboat
Prepping for the ultimate 2025 challenge! 🚤🌸 After 5 incredible years cruising Japan on my Gibsea 402, I’m gearing up for Chasing the Cherry Blossom 2, a journey to sail the length of Japan during Sakura Season—25 years after doing it by bicycle. 🗾 This haulout in Okinawa is to ready my boat (and my...
Japan Haul-Out Day 4 #sailing #japan #chasingthecherryblossom2
Prepping for the ultimate 2025 challenge! 🚤🌸 After 5 incredible years cruising Japan on my Gibsea 402, I’m gearing up for Chasing the Cherry Blossom 2, a journey to sail the length of Japan during Sakura Season—25 years after doing it by bicycle. 🗾 This haulout in Okinawa marks Day 1 of readying my ...
Responding to La Vagabond: Why Sailors Skip Japan! #typhoons #language #bureaucracy
In this episode of Pacific Solo, I respond to the world-famous sailing channel La Vagabond and their recent video highlighting five reasons why more sailors don’t cruise to Japan. As someone who’s spent years exploring Japan’s incredible coastlines and remote islands, I have a unique perspective. Ye...
I became Shogun for a Day #japan #travel #cruisingjapan #osaka #traveltojapan #nagoya
Hi! I’m back on Wahine after a few action-packed days on land. Life on shore is fast-paced, and I’ve been on the go non-stop. In just a few days, I met with Harry Hill to plan his book launch in Osaka, connected with marathon runners, explored Zen gardens, and embraced Osaka’s wild nightlife. I also...
Japan’s Popular Check-In Port for Cruisers + a Tip from Sailing La Vagabonde
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 ...
Time to Step it up!
In this episode, I move Wahine to a nearby marina where I will leave her for a few weeks as forward progress is difficult given the extended restrictions. I then dash off to Tokyo to celebrate with a few supporters the one year anniversary leaving Tokyo and then will spend some time with family. ...
Will my boat still leak? #solosailor #sailboat
This short video features the dripless seal installation by Yuki san, a real pro, followed by the water test. If you are interesting in knowing how I am paying for this, when I am not a man of means, check out some new videos at These videos are made possible by my Patrons: Trevor Webster, St...
Haul Out – What Will the Boat Reveal? #solosailor #boatlife #surprises
To replace the dripless seal, the boat needs to be out of the water. This gives me an opportunity to inspect the keel following the repair work last Sept, dealing with a crack and a lingering question: does Wahine have a loose keel? But alas even more is revealed. As they say in the boating wo...
Getting Towed in Japan! – #solosailor #driplessseal #sailingjapan
A few days ahead of schedule, but with a conducive sea state, the engineers decided to go early. The sea was calm but air temperature was frigid. But 6 hours later we arrived at Nishi Fukuoka Marina, where I haven a cradle booked for one week from Feb 14th. The temporary fix of the leak and now I a...