Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL), an American global cruise company based in Miami (good place to base a cruise company!) is the world’s second-largest cruise line. And they are coming to a location near you. This is big news.
Kumanichi reports that RCL will invest a tad over $100 million dollars (U.S. type) to create a welcome portal for international cruise ships in Yatsushiro slated to open in 2020, coinciding with the Olympics. Clearly, the clientele is expected to be from nearby countries. In cooperation with governmental authorities, the area to be jointly developed will be 8 hectares in the southwestern Yatsushiro Port area with a passenger terminal encompassing functions of customs and immigration (and duty-free shops!). RCL will be responsible for approximately 3 hectares to create hospitality zones with Kumamon-related facilities planned such as “Kumamon Park,” lawn space, and eating and drinking establishments.
Yatsushiro is moving up in the world. - William
