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What`s Next After Wahine?
Chiharu has returned to Tokyo after ten unforgettable days together, and Mitsuharu and I have shared our final dinner before our next adventures begin. Wahine is now his boat, and preparations continue for Project Turtle Highway, his voyage from Japan to Mexico next year. As for me, I'm headin...
Day 6: Waterfalls, Sketching, Tacos and Community
Day 6 The day began, as it has throughout the week, with Radio Taiso. Later we escaped the summer heat with a visit to a nearby waterfall, where we sat sketching, talking, and enjoying the cool mountain water. It was another reminder that slowing down often allows us to notice more. That evening ...
Wahine Is Sailing to Mexico… Without Me
Sailors have an old saying: "The two happiest days in a sailor's life are the day he buys a boat and the day he sells it." Having recently passed Wahine on to my close friend Mitsu Kume, I now understand why. In fact, I'm doubly happy. Not simply because I'm relieved of ...
Day 2: Exploring Japan’s Longevity Secrets #resilience #bluezone #community
Day 2 of my 30-day solo journey into Japan’s longevity hotspots. After yesterday’s Respect for the Aged Festival, today was cleanup day—but also a chance to reflect on last night’s celebration where over 100 villagers, young and old, gathered to honor those over 70. From karaoke and radio taiso to ...
The Island of Dreams – Where My Sailing Journey Began #sailinglife #tokyobay #itsnevertoolate
Wahine’s home when I found her was at Yumenoshima Marina — Tokyo’s “Island of Dreams.” Built on landfill, transformed into a marina and park, it was here that my journey with Wahine truly began. On this day off from writing, meetings, and even backgammon with my grandson, I return to Yumenoshima — ...
Back on Land and Facing the Scale: Yikes #boatlife #sunrise #fitness
Boat life may be good for the soul… but not for the waistline. Back on land, walking every day in one of my favorite valleys in Japan, I’m reminded of when I used to cycle 70 km before breakfast. Now? I’m the heaviest I’ve ever been at 95 kilos. I’m on a writing retreat—and a walking reboot. Think...
Back on my Feet and Wahine is Safe #japan #ikigai #bluezone
New Meditative Video Coming soon Lowell here from Pacific Solo and the Never Too Late Academy. I’m back on the mainland, diving deeper into longevity research across Japan—building on Blue Zones and Ikigai. After three days off my feet from blisters, I’m walking again (aiming for 10 km/day) and refl...
Its July 6th in Japan. What`s Going on? #japan #islandlife #awareness
What’s happening in Japan right now? Some tourists cancelled trips over a manga doomsday prediction for July 5th. Social media ran with it. But here in Amami, just south of the Tokara Islands, the sea kayaking festival went on, and the village of 29 where I’m moored carried on, calmly prepping for ...
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...
A Peaceful Eveing in a Remote Bay #japan #sailing #boatlife
A peaceful evening in Buren Bay aboard Wahine. After a shower and supper, I take a quiet 360° look around the anchorage—glassy water, Mitsu’s boat, a generous loaned tender, and my inflatable paddleboard. Sometimes, it’s these calm, ordinary moments that remind us why the journey matters. Sleep well...
Lucky Stop on Ieshima Island #sailing #japan #adventure
Hi, Lowell here of Pacific Solo and the Never Too Late Academy speaking to you from Ieshima, a small island off the west coast of Okinawa, near Motobu and Nago. We pulled in here unexpectedly. I would sail overnight to Amami, but I wanted to see as many islands as possible. I've been to 70 port...
70 & On the Move. #70thBirthday #FamilyTime #sailing #MarathonTraining
I'm excited to share my latest update as I gear up for the Osaka Marathon training session! In this video, I talk about my plans for the marathon and the special visit from my brother Brent and cousin Harry, who will join me on the boat and cheer me on at the race. As I approach my 70th birthda...
Coast Guard: Friend or Foe #sailing #asiantravel
This rather aggressive encounter with the Japanese Coast guard resulted in a surprise friendship #coastguard #travel #japantravel #japan #sailing #boatlife
5 Essential Words for Travel to Remote Japan #traveljapan #offbeatjapan
In this video, I share the top five essential Japanese words I use daily on my exploration of remote Japan. These words go beyond the basics and will help you connect with locals, show respect for the culture, and enhance your travel experience. Whether cycling through countryside villages or naviga...
10,000 Subscribers Milestone & Living the Sailing Dream!
I`ve hit a milestone—10,000 subscribers on my YouTube channel! 🎉 I found out after I landed in the UK. On this trip, I brought my Daruma doll from Japan. This doll has been with me since the beginning, symbolizing our dream of buying a boat, learning to sail, and crossing an ocean solo. While the...
Epic Japan Sailing Adventure: From Cherry Blossoms to Granite Cliffs by boat and bicycle
In this video, I share a major update with you all. After years of incredible adventures and challenges—from cycling across Japan to rediscovering my love for sailing—I've set my sights on a new goal: sailing the length of Japan during Cherry Blossom season and then likely completely circling J...
Fearless or Foolish? Why I Never Lock my Boat!
There are 6852 Islands in Japan have been on a three-year sailing expedition around Japan exploring them. Setting out from Tokyo I originally aimed for Okinawa as a stress test to see if my boat and I were ready to cross the Pacific solo. We failed! The stress test revealed my boat and I weren�...
Tender Troubles: Will I reach the shore or sink?
Living on a sailboat comes with its own set of challenges. In this episode, titled "Tender Troubles: Will I reach the shore or sink?" I share my experience with the Joycraft Dingy. I'll admit, I take full responsibility for its unexpected and sudden deflation – an unanticipated shore ...
Battling Blood Clots on a Boat: Getting my Mojo Back
Join me on my latest Pacific Solo adventure, where I faced a life-threatening situation when I developed blood clots. . In this video, I share the intense moments of returning to my boat after a hospital stay, only to find that my leg condition worsened. I was worried they might keep me in the hosp...
Embracing a unique seaside life: Breaking free from the norm
Amidst the serene beauty of Paradise, where the azure Pacific meets lush forests, I have encountered kindred spirits on their quest for a unique existence. Allow me to introduce you to Martin and Chiharu, a dynamic duo embarking on a journey of a lifetime and who have chosen to forge their own uniqu...
Taking ownership: Why it’s all my fault
One thing is for sure, life has its surprises. #paradise #sailing #adventure Check out the new Channel: Cruising Japan in a Sailboat, as I will gradually post the coordinates and tips for the 60-plus ports I have moored so far. Nothing splashy, just bare information for those who are intereste...
Unleash Your Adventurous Side: Savoring Wild Boar in Paradise
I sailed to Last Paradise Beach once before. It was a fleeting visit. I knew in my heart that I had to return. Today, I left port alone, but with a purpose. I'm about to rendezvous with Tao, a self-appointed guardian of Last Paradise Beach. Tao, along with his beautiful family and friends, h...
Unlocking Hidden Depths: My Transformative Journey to New Horizons
As I return to my sailboat, named Wahine, a Gib Sea 402, moored in the middle of a deep inlet on the remote island of Amami, I can't help but feel a sense of trepidation. For the first time ever, I feared for her safety as Typhoon Kahnun lingered over the island. While I'm relieved to know...