Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force’s (JMSDF) Murasame ship, manned by a crew of 200, arrived at the Port of Colombo on a replenishment visit yesterday morning. The ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.
JMSDF Murasame is a 151m long Destroyer commanded by Commander Hayakawa Masahiro. During the stay in Colombo, crew members of the ship are expected to visit some tourist attractions in the city. The ship will depart the country on March 25.