Cruising Japan: pros and cons

Interested in cruising Japan?
You won't want to miss hearing what Kirk Patterson has to say. Learning to sail later in life, Kirk sailed solo across the Pacific from Canada to Japan and proceed to be the first foreigner to circumnavigate Japan. He now runs Konpira Consulting www.konpira-consulting.com assisting those wanting to cruise Japan. He is also the agent for Hyrdovane in Japan. Kirk is a trusted advisor and friend to many.
note: the audio gets better . . still learning how to do all this
Time Stamps
0:05 Intro
2:54 Sailing the Pacific Northwest
6:27 Hawaii
8:26 Tips for a Solo Sailor
15:44 Cruising Japan / Positives
18:25 Cruising Japan / Negatives
21:37 Mooring in Japan
26:47 Help for incoming Cruisers
30:31 Sage Advice
32:45 Giveaway
Oh, and if you want a free copy of my book, NEVER TOO LATE, simply say yes in the comment box. I still have a few to give away.
If you are a never-too-later like me please visit www.nevertoolateacademy.com and check out the community and the resources.
These videos are made possible by my Patrons: Trevor Webster, Steve Houck, Johny Gwin, Michael Coombs, Kats Honda, Michael Borgmann, Robin Mah, John King, J29BlackJack, Sumie and William Zies, David LaHeist, Claude Strobbe, Bruce McCaughan, Jeffrey Behr,
Thanks to all those making this voyage possible:
Keel Club Founding Members: Harry A. Hill / BetterU / Tokyo Supercars
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[@adr3000]

I am so grateful for this episode, as someone who has gone through all the ASA courses in the States and has watched thousands of hours of sailing videos, I still am not out there sailing. And Japan is my ideal destination, what a gift to have seen this. 💕🙏💕

[@PacificSolo]

Thanks for watching and commenting. I hope you make it to Japan one day. Excellent cruising grounds. Good luck

[@shellyitoh9570]

This was a great interview. Having such a wonderful resource with Kirk and Konpira. Makes me more inspired.

[@PacificSolo]

Thanks Shelley

[@nevertoolateacademy]

Is always inspiring to hear the stories who dared to realize a dream

[@raymondcdm-yx5hz]

Yes. Thanks.

[@johnwilson6274]

Yes, never too late thanks.

[@PacificSolo]

Thanks John… if you can email the address you would like the book to be mailed to I will get it off to you next week. My email address is [e-mail]

[@coastalsailingjapan]

Gentlemen -- Thanks for the interesting story and practical advice. I better get some more fenders!

[@simonclements1007]

Yes (never too late). Great interview! It was nice to get to know Kirk, who has also given me some pointers in my efforts to get started sailing in Japan (at age 59). Thanks to you both.

[@PacificSolo]

Thanks Simon for watching. Kirk is indeed a storehouse of knowledge.

[@ironichumorist]

yes

[@jackdellinger7072]

Yes

[@keithrelHD]

Yes (never too late) I really enjoyed this, thank you. Congrats on 1 year full time cruising. Great to hear about fellow Canadian cruisers, particularly in Japan.

[@PacificSolo]

Thanks Keith ! Please email at [e-mail] with the address you want me to send the book too! Thanks for saying yes!

[@hshneo]

Yes!✌️😊 Please, if possible would be great to see more interviews (longer ones 😁) with the sailing community here in Japan. Thank you for sharing your own adventure and good winds!

[@PacificSolo]

Thanks Heitor…. Yes …good idea …. I have some ideas! I will gladly send you a book … please email me at [e-mail] with your address details …. I will get it off to you shortly . Thanks

[@ironichumorist]

that FPB was designed bby the legendary steve dashew. since his retirement companies like arksen in the UK are manufacturing very similar vessels. their 85 is amazing and while it is $13M new, it has a 7000 nautical mile range. perfect for exploring the pacific.

[@PacificSolo]

thanks for watching and sharing that info. Grateful

[@chinweihung]

very nice and informative interview!! Thank you~

[@PacificSolo]

Thanks Henry

[@mosca3289]

Great chat. Very impressive guy.

[@PacificSolo]

thanks for watching!

[@ruwaydamathee1258]

Yes. ( Never too late) Thanks for this interesting video

[@PacificSolo]

Thanks. Please can you email me with your address where you want the book to be mailed and whether you want me to sign to you or to someone else? thanks. my email is [e-mail]

[@reindergroenewold7664]

Yes (Never to late)

[@joseerazevedo]

Nice video! Very informative. Thanks!

[@PacificSolo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dionisioterata4790]

Yes for your book “never too late”. Thanks

[@PacificSolo]

Hi. Please can you email your the address the book should be delivered too and to whom I should sign the book? Yourself or a friend? My email address is [e-mail].

[@The442nd]

YES!!!!!

[@craigb2334]

Yes (Never Too Late). I enjoy your videos - they have a different perspective than typical sailing channels of millennials having kids ;). I'm looking forward to the actual crossing.

[@PacificSolo]

Thanks. That means a lot! I’m grateful you taking time to watch and comment

[@bryceaugustine5832]

Yes!! I’m sure I’m too late for the book but I subscribed because I’m just getting started and want eventually to cruise Japan.

[@PacificSolo]

sorry for the late reply. yes, please cruise Japan

[@jackdellinger7072]

Yes (never to late)

[@charles.neuman18]

Great interview! If it's not too late (ha), then "yes", regarding the book. If it is too late, no problem. I'm currently enjoying the academy online.

[@PacificSolo]

wonderful. Well let`s take a shortcut and email me your SLOW Mail Address. Send it to [e-mail].

[@Shepherdservices317]

But how do u stay in japanese waters for 3yrs??? With no work visa ect???

[@PacificSolo]

Sorry for the delay in answering . . I have permanent residency