Japan Touring in a Cayman S.
#181
Three Wheelin'
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The coast in Japan - when not concreted over - is pretty nice...
Convertibles - while it could be argued the modern convertible sports car owes its existence to the Mazda Roadster (MX-5 / Miata), most Japanese prefer the isolationist roof-up, aircon on.
Try buying a car with a sunroof to start - few and far between.
The weather has a lot to do with it, but so does the cultural bit of wanting to not getting dirty.
That was a real event...
How did a 2.7 last that long?
It didn't, that was two rebuilds, new studs, and Carrera tensioners (for those aircooled, still following).
No idea how many I put on the A, but it was driven daily for many years...
#182
Three Wheelin'
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Boso Coast
One of the great things about Boso Hanto is we have mountain roads and the coast to explore.
With a tough week at work, we decided to take a slow drive around the coast, and look for a fresh fish lunch...
Lots of local shops to explore.
There's plenty to look at, and stopping at one little fishing village, we asked a local where the best fresh restaurant was, and she didn't hesitate to recommend Hamafushi for sushi...
Even compared to high-end sushi in Tokyo, it was just amazing, and possibly some of the best fish we've had in a long time.
Many of the shops and restaurants took their produce from the fisherman who dock their boats on the opposite side of the street.
The coastal roads are interesting, though in some places only wide enough for one car.
The views - even with the remnants of a recent typhoon hanging about - are very nice.
(Camera: Bessa R3a. Film: Portra 400.)
With a tough week at work, we decided to take a slow drive around the coast, and look for a fresh fish lunch...
Lots of local shops to explore.
There's plenty to look at, and stopping at one little fishing village, we asked a local where the best fresh restaurant was, and she didn't hesitate to recommend Hamafushi for sushi...
Even compared to high-end sushi in Tokyo, it was just amazing, and possibly some of the best fish we've had in a long time.
Many of the shops and restaurants took their produce from the fisherman who dock their boats on the opposite side of the street.
The coastal roads are interesting, though in some places only wide enough for one car.
The views - even with the remnants of a recent typhoon hanging about - are very nice.
(Camera: Bessa R3a. Film: Portra 400.)
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#183
Awesome pics! I spent a week in Japan for work a couple years ago, with most my visit in the Nagoya / Gifu area and Kyoto. Was such an amazing trip full of great sights, food, culture and people. I'd love to tour it in my Cayman for sure!
#184
Three Wheelin'
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Even without a Cayman, its great - you can spend a lifetime touring new and interesting places, all different...
It's been a bit hectic lately with typhoons and stuff, so not much touring, but here's a random set from previous runs:
(Camera: Bronica S2. Film: Kodak Ektar 100.)
#185
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Psst...
Not gonna lie, this thread was partially responsible for me wanting to try out film. I've gone through my first roll of Portra 400 and plan on dropping it off at a lab in the next few days. No Cayman shots yet (it's filthy) but took a couple of the M5. I'll probably stick with the current lens (50mm f/1.2) as I only see myself using the FM2N occasionally.
Thought you'd like to know.
Not gonna lie, this thread was partially responsible for me wanting to try out film. I've gone through my first roll of Portra 400 and plan on dropping it off at a lab in the next few days. No Cayman shots yet (it's filthy) but took a couple of the M5. I'll probably stick with the current lens (50mm f/1.2) as I only see myself using the FM2N occasionally.
Thought you'd like to know.
#186
Three Wheelin'
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Psst... Not gonna lie, this thread was partially responsible for me wanting to try out film. I've gone through my first roll of Portra 400 and plan on dropping it off at a lab in the next few days. No Cayman shots yet (it's filthy) but took a couple of the M5. I'll probably stick with the current lens (50mm f/1.2) as I only see myself using the FM2N occasionally. Thought you'd like to know.
f1.2 is impressive; and with that Portra you should be able to go crazy...
A dirty Cayman on film, at night sounds pretty good to me!
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#187
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No roads for Cayman for a while...
Typhoon Faxai took the roads out, water, power, telephone, and most of our roof.
Not really worthy of anything, as there's plenty of people worse off than us, and we're trying to help as many as possible.
But, one thing made me smile, as I had been too lazy to buy some motor oil for the never used generator and only had Cayman top-up Mobil 1 at the minka - and the four stroke, air-cooled generator running Mobil 1 smells just like my old 911S...
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#188
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Wow I didn’t realize the typhoon winds were that damaging. Good luck with the recovery and getting the roof repairs done quickly.
I’m assuming the roads were taken out by mudslides or did they actually wash out?
I’m assuming the roads were taken out by mudslides or did they actually wash out?
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So very sorry to hear this, but glad you and yours were not hurt. Mother Nature has a way of periodically reminding us who is boss. Best of luck addressing the damage to your property and be safe.
#190
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Thanks all for the wishes, as it is a bit of a shock to see your roof scattered all over the place.
We've cleaned up most of it, and are just hoping for nothing but light rains until it is fixed as we're not sure how good the thatch is...
We've cleaned up most of it, and are just hoping for nothing but light rains until it is fixed as we're not sure how good the thatch is...
#191
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Glad most of your house is ok. Good luck with the cleanup. Assuming the white Cayman is safe.
#192
Sorry to hear that but like most Japanese, you are all resilient and I am sure life will be back to normal in no time!
#193
Thanks!
Even without a Cayman, its great - you can spend a lifetime touring new and interesting places, all different...
It's been a bit hectic lately with typhoons and stuff, so not much touring, but here's a random set from previous runs:
(Camera: Bronica S2. Film: Kodak Ektar 100.)
Even without a Cayman, its great - you can spend a lifetime touring new and interesting places, all different...
It's been a bit hectic lately with typhoons and stuff, so not much touring, but here's a random set from previous runs:
(Camera: Bronica S2. Film: Kodak Ektar 100.)
#194
Three Wheelin'
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24 hours earlier, it was parked where part of the roof landed...
So, close though.
Provided the temp roof repair lasts the coming rains and more typhoons we should be OK.
With global heating though, we expect more like this unfortunately.
Tohoku is great, tanbo art, sea food, cave exploring, touge!
You'll have a great time...
#195
Three Wheelin'
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... normal service is resumed.
Parked off in the country, this 924 has seen more love once I am sure.
Sunday morning in Yokohama, for some reason had an unusually large contingent of horizontally opposed machines...
2.7 twin-plug S!
Snarling Hakosuka.
They sound very Jag-like at high rpm.
Early series handmade Giugiaro-designed Coupe 117.
PTS I think?
Cayman line-up.
Grubby Aston.
More air-cooled goodness.
More Fuch!
Nice CE passing through our local matsuri on the way home...
Parked off in the country, this 924 has seen more love once I am sure.
Sunday morning in Yokohama, for some reason had an unusually large contingent of horizontally opposed machines...
2.7 twin-plug S!
Snarling Hakosuka.
They sound very Jag-like at high rpm.
Early series handmade Giugiaro-designed Coupe 117.
PTS I think?
Cayman line-up.
Grubby Aston.
More air-cooled goodness.
More Fuch!
Nice CE passing through our local matsuri on the way home...