In 2025, Konpira Consulting will be organizing two events to help cruisers experience the wonders of Japan’s oceans.
Japan Yacht Rally
The Japan Yacht Rally (JYR) takes cruisers from the south to the north of Japan, positioning them to continue on to Alaska and beyond.
March 14 to June 1, 2025
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Setouchi Yacht Rally
The Setouchi Yacht Rally (SYR) brings Japanese and foreign cruisers together to explore the beautiful Seto Inland Sea.
May 9 to 26, 2025 (tentative)
Learn MoreThe two rallies highlight the fact that Japan is one of the world’s great cruising destinations. With its friendly people, fascinating history and culture, beautiful scenery, and delicious cuisine—and without the crowding and safety issues that plague many otherwise-wonderful destinations—Japan is a uniquely delightful place to cruise.
Doing Both Rallies
Participants in the Japan Yacht Rally have the option of splitting off from the group at Iki island and joining the Setouchi Yacht Rally. After the Setouchi Yacht Rally, they could quickly leave from central Honshu to go to the North America mainland or head up the Pacific Coast to Hokkaido and Alaska. Or, they could continue to enjoy more sailing in Japan in 2025, leaving their boat in Japan over the winter and then rejoining the Japan Yacht Rally at Iki Island in 2026 and continuing on to Hokkaido.
For more information on these and other options, please contact: kirk@konpira-consulting.com.
We look forward to welcoming cruisers from Japan and around the world to one or both of our rallies.