Thursday, May 30, 2013

Rishiri, Japan................


Arriving early morning in Rishiri

Remote island 20K off the northern tip of Hokkaido. Mt. Rishiri is a dormant volcano. 6000 inhabitants who make a living from tourism and fishing for sea vegetables as the herring has been fished out.


Preparing huge scallops.


Ice cream always delicious in any country!


Our ship the Caledonian Sky docked beneath the volcano.


Internet sporadic now we are sailing through the Russian Kuril Islands - so remote here.
Hope to be able to share more of this adventure soon - including my Zodiac boat scare of yesterday!

12 comments:

  1. I am so enjoying this. Thank you for posting so often.It's a place that I'll never see and I appreciate seeing it through your eyes.
    Balisha

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  2. No zodiac scares, please. We want you back in one piece. How wonderful to see glimpses of your travels. Happy sailing!

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  3. Oh oh - a zodiac scare doesn't sound good. Take good care!

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  4. Such beautiful shots of the volcano and the scallops look delicious. Can't wait to read more. Chel x

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  5. Tlaked about you and your travels here http://gracieplace.wordpress.com/

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  6. I am enjoying your trip though your pictures Mary....yikes!! a boat scare? Stay safe.
    Hugs,
    Penny

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  7. I want an ice cream and one of those furry creatures please. Don't come back without remembering to pack them in your suitcase please;)
    I am so enjoy your travel updates.
    Paul x

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  8. Looks spectacular Mary - enjoy every moment honey!
    Di
    xxx

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  9. What an adventurous life you lead dear Mary!
    Following along this fascinating trip with you - The Caledonian Sky looks like the perfect sized ship to cruise on.
    Wonderful photography - I loved those little darlings in their pink smocks and caps in a previous post - Japanese children are so adorable!!
    Shane ♥

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  10. Beautiful photos of the volcanic mountain. It looks like a wonderful trip so far. Enjoy! Hugs, Pamela

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  11. Such a beautiful area; a shame when its resources are depleted. Continued safe travels. Best wishes, Tammy

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  12. Gorgeous. Thank you for sharing it with us, my friend.

    xo
    Claudia

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