Chapter 8. Developing Rich Waterfronts
Section 1. The Primal Course for Constructing Ports. Harbors
and Seashores
As for ports and harbors, industrial infrastructure and physical distribution
bases are being established, not to mention of the fact that investment is being
made constructively into areas of national life where the effects of endowment
are directly reflected in the standards of living, in accordance with the Eighth
5-year-plan for Port Improvement (FY1991-FY1995).
Furthermore, ports in harmonious co-existence with the environment (Eco-Ports)
are to be realized under the "New Harbor Environmental Policy".
As for seashores, waterfront facilities are to be preserved and an attractive
seashore environment evolved under the Fifth 5-Year-Plan for Coastal Works (FY1991-FY1995).
Section 2. Development of Ports and International Physical
Distribution
The international status of Japanese ports is deteriorating as the construction
of ports in Asian countries progresses.
Under these circumstances, Japan is constructing import-orientated container
terminals, as container terminals for foreign-trade are being developed in local
ports.
Section 3. Development of Ports and Waterfronts to Upgrade
the Standards of Living
1. Development of Ports and Domestic Physical Distribution
As an instrument to enhance modal shifts, unit-load terminals for inland trade
are being developed. The allocation of rapid cargo-handling systems and ports
to conform with Techno Super Liners is also being considered.
2. Elaborating People-friendly Ports in Close Connection with Everyday Life
Attractive, comfortable port areas are being developed by planting trees and
flowers, constructing marinas, and preserving historical port facilities. Passenger
terminals and waste-reclaimed land are also being developed to make ports more
comfortable and attractive.
3. Development of Fresh Port Areas
Port areas are under development universally, including construction projects
by the private-sector and development works of offshore artificial islands.
4. Development of Dear-heart Seashores
"Development of Dear-heart Seashore" is for creating picturesque waterfront
sceneries, encouraging people to visit and enjoy the sea. [Table16]
