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Japan, surrounded on all sides by the sea, is blessed with a rich cultural
and industrial heritage deeply related to the sea: such as its sea transportation
and fising industries.
The "SEA MEMORIAL DAY" (20 July), established to deepen our understanding
of the importance of the sea, celebrated its 53rd anniversary. Various events
related to the ocean, such as lectures, boat-rides, and the opening of ocean-related
facilities etc. took place all over the country during "10 DAYS SEA CAMPAIGN"
(20 July-31 July).
The "Marine Festival", initiated in order to increase understanding of the
ocean, held its 8th celebration in Otaru City, Hokkaido this year. Various events
took place such as an anniversary ceremony, a symposium on the ocean, parent-child
boat cruises, an observation tour of the "Nihon Maru" (a sailboat of the Institute
for Sea Training) and the "Marine Festibal" to enjoy the ocean and ports. Many
people took part in these events.
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