Nippon Maru – Japan’s Historic Tall Ship in Yokohama | Google Earth Maritime Tour

Nippon Maru – Japan’s Historic Tall Ship in Yokohama | Google Earth Maritime Tour

Explore the Nippon Maru, a majestic four-masted barque moored in Yokohama, Japan, through the lens of Google Earth. This former training ship is one of Japan’s most iconic maritime vessels, now preserved as a museum beside the Yokohama Port Museum in Minato Mirai.

Built in 1930, the Nippon Maru served for over five decades as a training ship for Japan’s merchant marine, sailing over 1.8 million kilometers. Today, it stands as a monument to Japan’s maritime heritage, surrounded by a vibrant harbor district that blends history and modernity.

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