November issue “Yokohama Marine Tower” Renewal Site Report

　Yokohama Marine Tower was opened in 1961 as part of a project to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Yokohama Port's opening. Until September 1, 2008, the tower, with a height of 106m and ten square meters, had a function as a lighthouse and continued to watch Yokohama Port It is popular as a spot where you can overlook the port and city area from the observation floor.

　Based on the concept of "NATURE & FUTURE", people, things, and things gather naturally and aim to be a place where everyone can talk with peace of mind are being developed.

　In the outdoor "Open Square," the green exterior walls and well-organized gardens create a sense of unity with the surrounding environment, including the Yamashita Park. Wall greening is planted in a form where flowers from each season are mixed, so it seems that they show different expressions depending on the season. On the day of the interview, there were many people taking pictures in front of the wall.
　In addition, various events such as music performances, kitchen cars, and Marche are also held in this open space, so it is likely to be a place for people to relax.

　On the observation floor, you can experience art at the "Media Art Gallery", where you can not only enjoy wonderful views, but also superimposing the scenery and video works. Variously changing images and the fresh expression of the night view of Yokohama were woven one after another, so it was so fun that I was absorbed in taking pictures.
　In addition, the lighting design of the tower itself has been redesigned, and 230 LED fixtures have been adopted, and it is possible to create more advanced light production, such as expressing the silhouette of the tower with only blinking lighting with high brightness.
　In the future, I'm looking forward to seeing the light up in line with the art illumination event "Yornoyo" in Yokohama, so I'm looking forward to it.

　An exhibition of art works that change with the season, a collection of photographs related to Yokohama, a library of architecture, urban theory, novels, records, CDs, etc. are set up, so you can learn about Yokohama from various angles. There were a lot of nostalgic "Yokohama". In addition, select furniture is also installed, so you can relax and relax as if you feel like a living room in a house.

　In addition, Yokohama goods "Yokohama 001", "Marine Tower Shop", which has Yokohama Marine Tower original goods, etc., and the desk of the "City Guide Association" that guides the area with historical elements and new information, It was full of fun attractions, such as restaurants that were renewed after the event.

　When we talked to the person in charge of Yokohama Marine Tower, he said, "I would like many people to come from afar as a sightseeing spot, and we would like local people to come casually. In particular, the production of creative images on the night observation floor is popular and recommended, as visitors have been sent on SNS. Also, through the library and lounge on the second floor, I would like you to rediscover the charm of Yokohama, such as sightseeing, culture, and history. "

　Not only those who want to know Yokohama, but also those who are already familiar with Yokohama, can enjoy the new Yokohama area.

　For details such as business hours, please see the Yokohama Marine Tower official website (outside site).