Join me in a 3,000 km walk of gratitude across Japan.

I will walk alone from Cape Sata to Cape Soya.

But none of us succeeds in life alone. Sometimes, someone sees our potential before we do and inspires us to discover what is possible.

For me, that person is my wife (KM 1).

For you, it may be a parent, friend, teacher or boss.

Help me celebrate the people who believed in us.
Dedicate one kilometre to them.
I will walk it in their honour.

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Preparing for Japan 2027 — 27 AUGUST 2026

Notes from the road

27 AUGUST 2026

Preparing for Japan 2027

Planned start date:
May 10, 2027, from Cape Sata.
Estimated end date:
September 20, 2027, in Cape Soya.

  • Now in preparation mode in Tavira, Portugal.
  • Learning Japanese 😅
  • Sept/Oct: Attend Colive Fukuoka 2026
Next: Visit to Fukuoka
All notes from the road

Franck walked 6,000 km across Europe in 2025 and cycled 3,200 km around France in 2026. Japan 2027 is next. Meet Franck

Random dedication · KM 2

For Rita Fonte

To Rita, who challenges me every day (even if she doesn't always know it) and reminds of the importance of light, love and gratitude.

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Walk starts 10 May 2027 · 2 dedications

Japan & the World

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