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Pacific Solo
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Приєднався 24 чер 2019
Hi, I`m Lowell, a 68-year-old rookie sailor, and a never-too-later! I have an aspiration to sail across an ocean solo before I die. 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 living and slowly making my way around Japan gaining valuable experience, all the while working remotely from the boat. Wahine is my home, my studio, and life laboratory,
Join me on my learning voyage around Japan.
Also, if you are a fellow never-too-later check out the Never Too Late Academy batit.ly/3H0MMxk
PS. I am working with the History Channel on a new series called Dare to Dream. The pilot was filmed and aired in 2022 and ins 2023 we are filming Season 1.
Join me on my learning voyage around Japan.
Also, if you are a fellow never-too-later check out the Never Too Late Academy batit.ly/3H0MMxk
PS. I am working with the History Channel on a new series called Dare to Dream. The pilot was filmed and aired in 2022 and ins 2023 we are filming Season 1.
We Won! Sailor Experiences Japanese Festival #travel #sailing #okinawa
I took a break from boat projects to participate in a 450-year-old festival featuring a massive Tug of War. I was honored to join the West Team (RED) in this annual epic battle. The rope weighs over 5 tons and stretches 90 meters long. We paraded it through the streets before facing the opposing team in front of a grandstand of dignitaries. The day concluded with Wahine and me enjoying front-row seats for a spectacular fireworks display.
Are you a Never-Too-Later? Check out www.nevertoolateacademy.com/
The drone shot is thanks to @SailingRamona
As always, thanks to my Patrons and Sponsors
Are you a Never-Too-Later? Check out www.nevertoolateacademy.com/
The drone shot is thanks to @SailingRamona
As always, thanks to my Patrons and Sponsors
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Sailing Family Find Refuge in a Tiny Japanese Village #japan #ukraine #japanesehouse
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Join me as I catch up with Valerly (Will), Nataliia, and Ivan, who sailed to Japan from Turkey on their 41-foot sailboat, Ohara. They embarked on their journey, initially due to the pandemic and later because their home in Ukraine was destroyed. After living on their boat for four years and gradually making their way to Asia, they arrived in Japan on their way to Canada, where they were accepte...
Fabulous but Different. Interesting Tips for Cruising Japan #travel #sailing #cruising
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Welcome to Part 2 of my interview with the seasoned gentleman sailor Francis Hawkings aboard his sailboat, PlainSong. In part one, we explored Francis's sailing adventures around the world and his eventful journey to Japan. In this segment, Francis shares invaluable tips and recommendations for those interested in sailing Japanese waters. While meeting various cruisers in Japan, I've learned so...
Famous Japanese Yacht Race: Ginowan to Zamami
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Join me as I capture the excitement of the 47th annual Ginowan to Zamami Yacht Race. Having spent three weeks on Zamami Island during the rainy season (check out my previous video for more), I'm here to witness 56 boats crossing the finish line. This quiet port will soon transform into party central tonight. Expect to see boats rafting up from my vessel, with friends and my mate Adam from Saili...
Sailing to a National Park in Japan #travel #author #sailing
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Sailing to a National Park in Japan #travel #author #sailing
Epic Sailing Adventures on a Tradewind 35
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Epic Sailing Adventures on a Tradewind 35
Arrive Nawiliwili After Incident at Sea #kauai #medicalemergency #brokenleg
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Arrive Nawiliwili After Incident at Sea #kauai #medicalemergency #brokenleg
Incredible Sailing Adventure: Hawaii to Japan Part 1
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Incredible Sailing Adventure: Hawaii to Japan Part 1
"Sailing to Tsukenshima: A Vegetarian's Paradise with No Police" #travel #japan #island
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"Sailing to Tsukenshima: A Vegetarian's Paradise with No Police" #travel #japan #island
Kansai Energy: My 60km Walk During Osaka Marathon 2024 #japan #travel #kansai
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Kansai Energy: My 60km Walk During Osaka Marathon 2024 #japan #travel #kansai
4 Reasons Why I love Japan! #travel #japan #sailing #cycling
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4 Reasons Why I love Japan! #travel #japan #sailing #cycling
Boat Tour: My Gib Sea 402 Liveaboard
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Boat Tour: My Gib Sea 402 Liveaboard
Dodging Ships at Night, Tsunami Warning and more! #travel #japan #tokunoshima
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Dodging Ships at Night, Tsunami Warning and more! #travel #japan #tokunoshima
My Boat is for Sale! But I`m not done sailing!
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My Boat is for Sale! But I`m not done sailing!
Back on Board! #travel #japan #boatlife
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Back on Board! #travel #japan #boatlife
This Island Attracts All Kinds! #travel #amami #tinyhouse
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This Island Attracts All Kinds! #travel #amami #tinyhouse
Taking ownership: Why it's all my fault
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Taking ownership: Why it's all my fault
Unleash Your Adventurous Side: Savoring Wild Boar in Paradise
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Unleash Your Adventurous Side: Savoring Wild Boar in Paradise
Unlocking Hidden Depths: My Transformative Journey to New Horizons
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Unlocking Hidden Depths: My Transformative Journey to New Horizons
Surviving a Typhoon in Japan: #travel #sailing #hurricane #cyclone
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Surviving a Typhoon in Japan: #travel #sailing #hurricane #cyclone
Saying Goodbye to a Legend: Greta Mae Sheppard 1929-2023
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Saying Goodbye to a Legend: Greta Mae Sheppard 1929-2023
Embark on a Journey: Season 5 Premiere of Sail the Soul is Coming!
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Embark on a Journey: Season 5 Premiere of Sail the Soul is Coming!
Living the Dream: Inside the World of a Digital NoMad
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Living the Dream: Inside the World of a Digital NoMad
"Unbelievable! Severe Weather Warning: What Is a Linear Precipitation Belt?"
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"Unbelievable! Severe Weather Warning: What Is a Linear Precipitation Belt?"
Yay! I can sleep again: and other changes onboard!
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Yay! I can sleep again: and other changes onboard!
Wedding Bells and Fun in the Water with my Brother
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Wedding Bells and Fun in the Water with my Brother
This Remote Island in Japan has the Most Incredible Blue Water.
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This Remote Island in Japan has the Most Incredible Blue Water.
I Thought We Were Over, Until I Changed My Mind!
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I Thought We Were Over, Until I Changed My Mind!
I Became a Man on Amami Island. #sailing #japan #cruising
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I Became a Man on Amami Island. #sailing #japan #cruising
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"Yes." Great info. Thanks.
Thanks for watching
Many years ago there was a field in Lymington where Tradewind hulls were just lying around presumably waiting to be finished.
interesting
Can u make a video about prices and mooring places that u know? How it works when u visit a new place etc . Love your videos
thanks for watching and yes I can and in fact I have done a little. But maybe a video touching on all the options for mooring in Japan as there are many and range from free to several thousand yen a day. Here is a link to one where I touch a little on the subject:ua-cam.com/video/4s3CeECzn1U/v-deo.htmlsi=cR3mO5RG_utZUMiY
I lived in Japan most of this century. Japanese bureaucracy getting in the way? Not surprised.
thanks for watching and commenting. Where in Japan were you?
Thanks for sharing your journey, and giving motivation for me! I'm about to get the class 2 license, would be great to hear where did you get yours.
HI, thanks for watching and good luck on your license. I took a course with the Tokyo Squadron . . reallly helpful. I took the exam in Tokyo.
I enjoy these updates. Thanks for sharing about this tug of war festival. I never knew about that. Fascinating.
Thanks for watching ! Appreciate it
Happy Japanese Marine Day 2024. Yay. 🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤
Thanks for watching
OH---long time no see!!! Nice!!! Subscribed, bur got no notice since about 2 years!!
Oh. Thanks for watching and subscribing. Actually in addition to subscribing you need to click the notification BELL to be sent alerts when a new video is up
Can you please show on a map where Buren bay is? Thanks!
maps.app.goo.gl/rjKiBb4it1yVS91t7?g_st=ic
@@PacificSolo Thanks, hope to go there in 2025
@@Cantorsenang let me know before you do and I can make an introduction to a local contact and boat owner. where are you now?
@@PacificSolo Thanks! We are in Tonga moving to New Zealand. Will be 25 or even 26 to Japan.
Excellent video, good data and useful tips. Thank you!!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for sharing this story and reminding us to be grateful. I wish the best for that family.
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Lowell, tell them to come to Kuki, Mie, where I sometimes live. You passed through some time ago. I have an old house they can use, they can fix up a few things in return for accomodation. There's work in the area, they need to ask around.
Could they moor their boat in Kuki several months? Loved Kuki btw!
@@PacificSolo I need to ask
great story
Always great input Lowell. Thanks
Interesting story! Hope they can return to their homeland one day.
All those sailors who are no longer transiting through the Med due to various dangerous bs going on, your channel is a godsend. It will definitely grow your channel. Maybe a "good to know" series of videos on cruising Japan would be useful. I enjoy your channel. Happy sailing.
is this a bbq in your garden?
Actually it’s stack of garden chairs …
From what little information I got from cruising in Japan, which is not a lot, I've come to the conclusion that if your yacht is over 50 feet, then cruising in Japan will be a nightmare. First of all, the majority of marinas and sea stations can't accommodate yachts over 50 feet. Then the other choice left for a yacht is to anchor. But anchoring in Japan is also a nightmare. So, in my opinion Japan is too much trouble. I could be wrong. Like I said, I based my conclusions from what little information is out there.
You are in part right but to describe as a `nightmare` is overstating. Boats over 50 feet, even over 40 feet are a challenge for sure but not impossible. Many Marina`s have visitor berths that can accomodate longer boats and even super yachts . . I have seen plenty and even in fishing ports places can be found. More limitiing for sure but not a nightmare. Even this year I know of several incoming cruisers with boats over 50 feet including Cats who are happily cruising Japan . . a bit more research is needed for sure but if effort is put in and you get into the right `mindset` as Francis emphasizes, there rewards are there
@@PacificSolo I agree that 'nightmare' was a bit over dramatic. Thanks for clearing that.
@@laki74appreciate you watching and commenting … all who come are the they did
Oh the muzak detracts from a great vid.
haha . .i agree . . thanks for watching and for that video and others was experimenting. Glad you watched it though.
Always great content. Thanks
Thanks!
That was most enjoyable, and a massive thanks for posting it very much appreciated. I’m 67 and wondering if I have the guts to go solo sailing again. I vowed never to do it again, that was back in 2001 when I was much younger :) Even though I had the best time of my life. I’m constantly looking for that perfect sailboat to take me far away from the maddening crowd…
Thanks for watching and your kind words. Yes Francis is an inspiration to me and others. Yep, it is good to have a `never too late` outlook. And yes solo sailing can be scary at times
Man I’m so glad to have found this channel. I’m staring at the videos 3 years ago. Hope this story ends well!
Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.
Looks great! Hello from the Schooner Utopia on the Great Lakes.
Wow a schooner on the Great Lakes! Thanks for watching and taking time to comment!
I came straight from FB to boost your subs, and to enjoy your posts!
Thanks so much!!!!!!
I can't tell if I'm doing something wrong, but when I do it my knot slides on the line
You have to make sure the `Bite` is tight
Thank you for sharing the experience with us!
Thanks for watching
Japanese boat with a Hawaiian Name for “Female” on the side of the hull.
actually it is a french boat registered in Japan with an Hawaiin name. ;)
Nice boat captain! If that's all that came up on your inspection, you're doin great!
Thanks 👍
Lovely interview thanks for posting.
Glad you enjoyed it
Dude. I want to hear you! deadcat your mic
Good point . . apologies .. I was just using the iphone mic
I keep thinking of how the government regulations have kept you from taking your boat to Canada... I suppose you don't need that certification anymore, but I wonder if you could get those tests translated to English? Sell your boat to a native Japanese person, have them get the boat certified and then transfer ownership back to you? I suppose you've already thought of this stuff...
haha . . interesting idea. Sounds like alot of paper work and also, if I was to sell her than I would probably look at a different boat.
Very impressive interview of an incredible gentleman.
yes indeed, Thanks for watching Alan
I like go
Writing and reflection... sounds wonderful. I'm glad this part of the journey is so meaningful and dreamy.
It seems, too much large🎉
perhaps
A fantastic chat, really enjoyed it
Thanks for watching
Looks simple installation should clean the hull while the boat was out of the water.
i did. thanks for watching
Make sure to go to zamamia on zamami for a pizza and burger. I’d love to see a video of there. Best food on the island.
Noted! :)
great vid, fair winds!!
Thanks for watching
Great and inspiring interview
Thanks for watching and commenting
NO SOUND - WILL TRY AGAIN LATER
Hmmm it should work … it does on all my devices
Thanks, enjoyed watching that
Thanks for watching!
Enjoyed that. Cheers!
Thanks watching and commenting
Wonderful interview, thank you for taking the time to record for us!
Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.
Great interview. Thank you both.
Glad you enjoyed it!
nice😊so inspiring
Thanks
great video
Thanks!