Sailing the Rykuku Islands #sailing #okinawa #japan

The journey north begins! After 15 months, my boat is finally back in Kyushu, marking the start of Chasing the Cherry Blossom 2 - a voyage following Japan's iconic Sakura season by sea. Leaving Itoman, I planned to sail overnight to Amami, but as I passed Ieshima, in discussion with Ian, I decided to pull in. That choice was a blessing because I was hit with Norovirus symptoms within hours of arriving. I have decided to have a crew on this journey, along with other changes due to my turning 70 this month. I feel it is prudent What was supposed to be a brief stop turned into a five-day recovery stay, and I couldn't have asked for better surroundings or kinder people. Once back on my feet, I continued on to Yoron, a breathtaking island ringed by coral reefs and the southernmost island of Kyushu. Along the way, I met some incredible people and was especially touched by the warm hospitality at 478 Marina Base Café. If you're ever in the area, I highly recommend stopping by! https://www.instagram.com/478marine_base_/ This is just the beginning of an incredible journey north - subscribe and join me as I chase the cherry blossoms again! ?? ? Share your thoughts! Have you been to Yoron or Ieshima? Ever had to change sailing plans at the last minute? Let me know in the comments! ? Locations in This Video: ? Itoman, Okinawa ? Ieshima ? Yoron Island, Kyushu Turning 70 & Skincare Routine - I also share my new skincare must-have: Hyaluronic Ceramide Mist from Dermalogic, a hydrating and barrier-strengthening mist that's keeping my skin fresh after long days on the water. ? Subscribe for more sailing, travel, and adventure content! To order a signed copy of my book, go to: https://www.nevertoolateacademy.com/d... Thanks to ?@SailingRamona? for the drone footage of Wahine These videos are made possible by my Patrons and Sponsors. Thank you If you want to check out the Dermalogica products I am using, go to https://dermalogica.jp?sca_ref=7812556.5dASpIg2uUxr . If you choose to order anything, type in: lowell-dermalogica and you will get a 10% discount. #sailing #okinawa #japan