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All Alone in Japan.. Why Nobody Sails Here!?

24 octobre 2024 · 34 min · 393K vues · Iki Island

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Cruising the west coast of Japan toward the Inland Sea, the crew of La Vagabonde navigates frequent typhoons and complex local bureaucracy.0:51 The vessel relies on its high-speed performance to manage weather windows and avoid prolonged exposure to storm systems.3:55 Frequent port entries require repetitive passport and paperwork checks, a process the crew suggests is best managed by hiring a local agent.12:32 While designated anchorages are scarce and local fishermen may request that boats relocate, the crew finds the region affordable, with some port docking fees as low as $3 per night.14:05 Technical challenges include calibrating the BNG mast rotation sensor to ensure accurate true wind speed readings and repairing a fishing rod damaged by a sharp chip in the top ring that repeatedly snapped the Dyneema line.16:35 The crew notes that the region’s distance from equatorial sailing routes and the narrow seasonal window for safe passage contribute to low cruiser traffic.4:35

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