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Hitomi and her partner perform maintenance on their yacht while stationed in Brazil.0:44 The crew cleans the hull surface to prepare for a new coat of bottom paint, removing marine growth from the underwater sections.1:49 Following the hull work, they install a new stay sail.4:15 This process involves climbing the mast to secure the supporting wire at the top, attaching the lower metal fittings, and adjusting the wire tension on the deck.4:18 Once the rigging is set, they hoist the stay sail to complete the installation.5:45 The crew also watches a soccer match while in Brazil to maintain a connection with Japan.11:44 These upgrades serve as the initial phase of a larger refit project for the vessel.11:57

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