Within walking distance of the Japanese capital Tokyo, on one of Japan's archipelago islands, Yokohama is located between the green forests and the towers of international companies, about 30 km from the capital and is the official waterfront of Japan, making it one of the most important economic centers in Japan.
History of Yokohama City
Yokohama was considered a long-distance fishing berth, surrounded by rolling hills from each side, a region that has been considered a port and a transit point for goods since 1859, and which was the starting point of the Japanese to America and Europe during the reform phase.
In 1923, an earthquake hit Yokohama City, which affected 90% of the city, but was quickly rebuilt and then destroyed after US bombing campaigns during the Second World War. More than half of the city's population was killed, but life soon returned. The city received the activities of the World Cup in 2002, where a sports stadium was built to accommodate more than 73 thousand sports fans, and was honored to host the final match of the tournament.
Japan's educational system underwent extensive reforms after its defeat in World War II in 1945, which allowed them to reorient curricula and curricula. Perhaps the most important feature of modern education, introduced by Japan, is the decentralization of education, the promotion of community spirit, discipline and responsibility, This has raised the enthusiasm of students and parents and raise their scientific status.
The scientific research, translation and quality have also been taken into consideration. This has achieved industrial progress in Japan, especially in Yokohama. They have established a scientific city to promote the Japanese industries. They have also been interested in translation. They have established a translation role that is concerned with publishing scientific books, researches, studies, articles and various scientific materials. , And focused on the application of the concept of quality in all its meanings, boasting Japanese industry in all things, and live about 79% of the population in major cities and the rest in villages and rural areas.
Although they fought wars and were hit by an earthquake that devastated much of the city, Yokohama became an economic center referred to as boys around the world.
Yokohama city between the green plains
The city of Yokohama is characterized by its mild climate, with warm sub-tropical humidity in the summer and mild cold in winter, which resembles the atmosphere of North Africa, Yokohama is famous for its green tea and fast food.
Trading with the Middle East
Yokohama now has the largest share of trade with the Middle East. The city exports more than $ 35 billion a year and imports almost every year, with Japan's most important and most beautiful commercial ports.
It is worth noting that the urbanization of Yokohama is the most successful in Japan. Where the port was given a major role and most of the city's neighborhoods were opened on the front of the bay overlooking it, giving it a beautiful view.