Various questions were posed by the children, including "What is fun and difficult on board?” “Is the ship insured?” and “What kinds of alarms do you have on board?" Young officers participating in the event explained that sailing to many countries can be fun, and a common hardship is being away from family for a long time. The participants also learned that insurance covers not only the ships but also the cargo. And various onboard alarms will sound to inform of danger, but ships also have alarms in elevators and refrigerators to sound if someone accidentally becomes confined.

After the workshop, one participating officer commented, "I am pleased if this experience is beneficial to the children in five or 10 years when they begin to think about their potential careers.”

NYK looks forward to continuing the NYK Mirai Project to encourage interest in seafaring among children.

* NYK Mirai Project
This project consists of a series of activities that nurture a greater awareness of maritime affairs and the seafaring life among Japan’s youth so that they can develop interest in the maritime industry and consider careers at shipping companies. The project was launched at the end of 2014.