Port of Nagoya

Oneday subway ticket... Yesterday we headed for a brief visit at Nagoyako, the port of Nagoya to inhale a scent of sea breeze.

If you have ever driven or own one of Toyota's cars it is very likely that it has passed through this Port. By annual metric tons of cargo Nagoyako is the largest port in Japan. Other major ports are situated in Kobe, Yokohama, Chiba and Tokyo.

In 2007, replica of Venice was built next to the port tower for tourists. The so-called Italiamura employed several Italian workers who rode gondolas in the narrow rivers and offered other joys of Italian culture.

The attraction had to end its operation because it violated construction standards. Italiamura was made of wood. Typhoons create huge waves at the sea shore, and therefore all buildings near sea needs to be built of concrete. Oddly it still exists. The former owner didn't have finance to demolish it. So far no one has shown interest to acquire the land.

A View towards inland reveals an orange ice-breaking ship, which was formerly used in expeditions at Antarctic. At the moment its open for visitors.

The 100 meters high Port Tower offers 360 degree view against a fee of 300 ¥ / 2,20 €.

Some smaller cruise ships offer tours. Though, I have no idea where this nicely lit vessel is heading.