Port Of Kobe

We were at the Port of Kobe taking a day cruise on a friend’s boat.  We got thru’ custom without any problems - it was a breeze.

The day was cool and sunny  - we were on the deck most of the time.

We went under the longest suspension bridge - Akashi Kaikyo Bridge.

Dolphin Watching In Japan

Someone asked me the other day if one can go dolphin watching in Japan while we were out shopping for rustic furniture for the summer.   And that reminded me of a trip i had gone in Mikurajima Island - a very small island in Tokyo but on the south side of Tokyo if I remember correctly.   There are a few island surround the Mikurajima island and if you ask your concierge - I’m sure - he or she would be able to book you a tour for Dolphin watching.

You won’t be disappointed because I remember I’ve seen as many has 20 swimming around us.  Getting to the island is by ferry but if you like and is adventurous - you can use fishing boats to get to the island from its neighbouring islands.  I would write more about our dolphin trip if i had more pictures or if i can still find them - but the island has lots to offer but the only think i hated was the ferry right and having to sleep in the ferry.  If you have the money - or a choice then - i would have taken the day trip.

Boating Supply Store

Many people may not know this but certain parts of Japan are actually fishing communities.  In Hokkaido alone I’ve seen so many places and fishermen and these people are very good at what they do.  I’ve had the freshest sushi there in Hokkaido and they are among the most hospitable people that I’ve ever met during my stay as an exchange student in Japan.

For them I wish i could have gotten them some boat accessories from American Marine Supply, they have just about anything that your boat might need.  Whether it is marine supplies or just fanciful accessories they have it all and for those people you can’t seem to buy for you can even get gift certificates.  Don’t miss out on their monthly specials as well; this month they have these inflatable canoes which are great for family camping trips.