Ikazuchi arrives at Colombo Port

The Japanese Ikazuchi (DD-107) ship of the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force arrived at the Colombo Port on a formal visit this morning (22). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with Naval traditions.

She is a 150.5m long Destroyer, which is manned by a crew of 207 led by Commander Tanaka Hiroaki.

The Captain of the ship called on Commander Western Naval Area Rear Admiral Suresh De Silva at the Western Naval Headquarters today.

During the ship’s stay in Colombo, the crew members will visit some of the tourist attractions in the country. The ship will depart the island tomorrow.