Across the Sea to our New Island! JAPAN VLOG (2/7)

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EPISODE CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Start
0:27 - Welcome Onboard
2:41 - Setting Sail
3:30 - Crunching Upwind
4:30 - Heading to Kagoshima
6:00 - Fixing Lashings (Whilst Sailing)
8:20 - Sea People!
10:00 - Riley's Docu on Shorts
10:44 - Smooth Sailing
12:50 - Ordering Gear in Japan
13:50 - Arrival at the Island
16:54 - Meeting the Locals
18:00 - Riley on Comfort
20:00 - Exploring with Rick!
20:54 - Trying the Onsen
21:20 - Volcano's Tomorrow!

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🎨 A massive thanks to all the creators who've kindly supported this episode with their content, obtained under fair use.

[SethRocksYou]

ELAYNA, just thought you should know, this is the type of video I fell in love with so many years ago. The type of video that takes me along with you guys, brings me on the journey. I feel the sense of adventure. Where are we going, what needs fixing today, what's to eat, how well are the sails trimmed? All questions I'd have if I were onboard and by answering them, you've transported me from my office to your helm. I deeply miss this video format. Ever since the Tri build started, things haven't been the same around here. Thank you so much for this!

[jorgleiger]

Can we acknowledge the QUALITY of these vlogs?! Incredible!! I expected these to be a lot shorter, and "simpler" in a way but you still come through with all these beautiful shots, montages and just overall quality. So impressed! Thank you for being absolute legends with each and every format 😍😍😍

[marysiegel]

I love the way Lenny is becoming a true sailor!! You guys are so great at letting your children learn without always saying be careful, letting them do it.

[slowbikindude]

I know it's not sustainable, but I am LOVING these vlogs. Can't wait for tomorrow's!

[Franko-egiu]

Near future
I can see the boys running the boat, Riley barking orders from the helm, telling Darwin to trim sails.
Then Lenny telling dad, get out da way, I got dis.
🤠

[markchip]

I've just downloaded the app even though, at 64 and wheelchair-bound, there's absolutely zero chance of me ever going to sea under sail, I just love hearing your adventures and successes which nonetheless I find inspirational and motivating even in my situation! I'll never stop watching!

[JMM]

Keeping the standard SLV video quality while doing daily vlogs is bonkers. Absolutely loving these videos! Thank you for bringing us along 💙

[drea_dragon]

We are being spoiled with these daily updates folks. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us.

[agapitacordova]

Thank you. I love your daily downloads.
I’m a caregiver for my disabled veteran husband with dementia. I can share bits of these vlogs. He loves them.
I’ve been watching your famiy a long time now. Pre-children.

[mollytaylor]

Thank you for traveling and showing me the world I don’t get the chance to see for myself 🧡

[Kim-upzw]

These daily updates are the BEST. No need for massive editing etc. Keep it simple, we all love it. If you can cope, of course!!. No more burn outs please.

[Naturalook]

Love how you guys, Riley and Elana, have learned to be a couple... ...Riley jumps into Elana's vid, and takes over, and Elana just rolls with it... Not just a bonded couple, but the way you work together takes self awareness, and... and ...it's beautiful.

[b.visconti]

Boy that bright yellow cutting thru such blues of the sea..inspiring amazement..❤

[alexkessler]

This episode made me cry. I can’t quite pin point the feeling that I’m feeling. The moment where the Japanese man turned on the radio brought me to tears, reminding me of my many travels that ended over 10 years ago. I can’t put it into words why it moved me. It’s a mixture of reliving my travels through your vlogs, gratefulness for our beautiful earth and gratefulness for God and Jesus.

[JoeCuv]

Riley, I'm glad you chose to tell it like it is mate. Faster boats just make the whole experience more exciting when you are under sail, and you're so right about reaching the destination sooner. The sooner we can all kick up our heels the more time we have for other pursuits and rest. Sailing is fantastic no matter the pace, but let's face facts, getting from point A to point B faster on a long trip or a long day is always better. Over long distances you are using fewer supplies and hence fewer resources to get to your destination. Well done!

[BradForrest]

Really appreciate the shout out to other sailing creators 🙌

[markhodge]

Thanks for this mammoth effort. Years of curiosity about your daily lives, "unedited", are being satiated by this series.❤

[tweedledee]

14:50 To be a kid again…the most beautiful, awe-inspiring view as you come upon your next stop sailing the seas and the only thing that matters in this moment is your Lego ship ❤️

[alwaysthere]

I don’t want to be spoiled with these absolutely ridiculously outstanding videos daily from you guys. But I’m here for it. ❤❤❤❤

[mcjohnston]

You guys have a beautiful family, inside and out. Thanks for sharing your lives with the rest of us. In a world full of chaos and negative news, it's a breath of fresh air to escape it for a while and mentally join you all on the water.