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The year 2009 marks the 150th anniversary of the 1859 opening of the Port of Yokohama. To commemorate this anniversary, the city of Yokohama is sponsoring “EXPO Y150”, a grand exposition focusing on the history and attractions of the city, based on the theme “Set Sail”.
Events venues include the Bayside Area, centered in the Minato Mirai district; the Mother Port Area of popular eateries and fashion shops around Yokohama Station and in the Yamashita-Yamate neighborhoods; and the Hillside Area adjacent to the lush natural setting of Zoorasia.
Events held in these three areas of “sea”, “city” and “nature”will plant the seeds of a vibrant future for the city of Yokohama. The ship named “EXPO Y150” is setting sail!
Tanemaru embodies the spirit of the camphor tree that stands in the courtyard of the Yokohama Archives of History, watching over Japan since the opening of the country 150 years ago. In the year 2009, Tanemaru “sets sail” into the next 150 years, bearing new seeds of vitality for Asia and the rest of the world
