Yokohama to Unveil Series of Videos to Attract Foreign Tourists

YOKOHAMA, Japan, March 30, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The Yokohama Convention and Visitors Bureau (YCVB), which is very active in boosting the number of foreign tourists to their city, has recently produced a set of four videos to draw attention to the city as a major tourist destination and heighten awareness about its attractions.

The new fast-paced and topical videos are designed to encourage foreigners to visit Yokohama. American Matthew Gammon, a resident of Yokohama and Art Director of the multimedia company, Bright Wave Media, produced the videos for the city.

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The videos will be posted on YouTube and the YCVB's website for use as a promotional tool at tourism fairs and international conferences abroad.

Producer's Statement

"Yokohama stands out as a world-class city that is full of vibrant communities, history, and sights. I think these videos will provide potential visitors with a small slice of what makes Yokohama an enjoyable and beautiful city, and hope they will encourage a fresh new generation of people to visit our city."

The videos showcase Yokohama's fascinations in the areas of sightseeing, music, food, and art & culture.

"Welcome to Yokohama" (Sightseeing)

From the glittering futuristic skyline and amusement areas of Minatomirai to Japan's largest Chinatown, Yokohama serves as an exciting, eye-catching, multicultural tourist destination.

"Feel the Pulse of Yokohama" (Music)

Having led the way by being the first area in Japan to establish a predominant jazz scene, Yokohama has taken influence from blues and other Western musical styles as well.

"A Taste of Yokohama" (Food)

Yokohama stands out as a city of endless culinary exploration, ranging from local ramen stalls to high-end fusion restaurants.

"Yokohama's Art: Blending Tradition & Culture" (Art & Culture)

Having been the port city at the epicenter of Japan's opening up to the West, Yokohama still holds onto that unique position of being able to fuse a variety of cultural influences while keeping an eye on the ever-changing and playful landscape of modern art and expression.

The videos: Each video lasts roughly 2 minutes without narration, is in full HD resolution, and includes English subtitles.

You can watch the videos by visiting
Official website: Yokohama Visitors Guide: http://www.yokohamajapan.com
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3s7Mt89lyvTZVl1x5_Mr_g

SOURCE Yokohama Convention and Visitors Bureau

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