Yamate Park: A Summary of Attractions π
Yamate Park is Yokohama's most romantic and colorful seaside park. It's a place for citizens to relax, and one of Japan's earliest modern coastal parks. πΈπ With a long history, the park stretches 774 meters along the sea and is 50 meters wide. You can see the Yokohama Bay Bridge and ships passing by. The sunsets and night views over the harbor are especially beautiful, full of romantic charm. π πΈπ You can also see many monuments that show Yokohama's connections with countries around the world. Main Highlights of Yamate Park ππ’ Enjoy the beautiful night views of Yokohama Port. π πΈπSee the Iceberg Maru, a luxurious passenger and cargo ship. π’ Visit the statue of the girl in red shoes. π Take a walk in Yamate Park, feel the sea breeze, and think about the history of Japan's modernization. πΏ Summary of Attractions in Yamate Park ππ’ Iceberg Maru Luxury Passenger and Cargo Ship An important cultural property of Japan, this large luxury passenger ship is a symbol of Yokohama Port. ππ’ It was a regular passenger and cargo ship between Japan and North America, known as the "Queen of the Pacific." Built in 1930, it is 163 meters long and sailed for over 30 years, crossing the Pacific Ocean 248 times. It is the only pre-war passenger and cargo ship still in existence. Japanese royalty and Charlie Chaplin have traveled on it. ππ’ Operated by the Nippon Yusen Kaisha company, the ship's interior is open for tours on Saturdays and Sundays. #Japan π
