·

Anime and Engines: Yanmar ask You to Vote for New Mascots

Yanmar Anime Mascot

Nov 23, 2023

Yanboh and Marboh, who made their debut in Japan in 1959 as characters in the “Yanboh and Marboh Weather Forecast,” have long been beloved for their role in conveying the weather, assisting customers in agriculture, fishing, construction, and more.

Now, they will evolve into characters “Moving Hearts, Moving Towards the Future” for the realization of “A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE.”

Reflecting the thoughts and feelings of diverse generations worldwide, they will challenge the possibilities of the future.

We would like you to take part by voting on the future design. Together, let us discover the new, evolved Yanboh and Marboh!

Voting Details:

Voting Period (Japan Time):
Voting opens November 16, 2023, and concludes on December 7, 2023, at 11:59 PM.

Result Announcement:
The design receiving the highest number of votes will be adopted as the new design, with results slated for release on Yanmar’s website in January 2024. Voters can cast their ballots multiple times, with a daily limit, during the application period. The count of one vote per day resets at midnight Japan time.

Eligibility:
Everyone is eligible to vote through the special website.

How to Vote:
Votes can be cast for the preferred design via an online form at the website below:
https://www.yanmar.com/global/about/yanboh_marboh/vote/

Related Articles

LGs Award Medallion

News: Six Recognized for Outstanding Maritime Achievement in BC

Medallion featuring the artwork of Nusi Ian Reid, Heiltsuk Nation. Photo courtesy of the Maritime Museum of BC. Nov 21, 2024 A collaboration between the Government House Foundation and the Maritime Museum of BC, the recipients for the 2nd annual Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Maritime Achievement, were announced last week. This annual award recognizes and acknowledges individuals and…

MacDonald Turkey Point Marina raises $22,600 for the London Children’s Health Foundation

MacDonald Turkey Point Marina raises $22,600 for the London Children’s Health Foundation

Nov 7, 2024 On Friday, October 11th, 2024, Brad Thomson, General Manager of MacDonald Turkey Point Marina presented a cheque for $22,600 to Jennifer Baxter of the London Children’s Health Foundation. Also on hand for the cheque presentation alongside Brad, was Haldimand-Norfolk MPP, Bobbi Anne Brady, Dan Demeester, Julie Thomson, Norfolk County Mayor, Amy Martin, and Norfolk County Councillor, Chris VanPaassen. Our 2024…

Boating in Vancouver

POTW: Left Coast Lush

Nov 7, 2024 Our Photo of the Week comes from the West Coast where the weather stays milder and the water doesn’t freeze.  And the urban scenery is stunning. image1 840.jpeg Monte Graham of Sidney BC shared these shots. About now, it’s easy to be dreaming of boating in Vancouver. Send your pics to Photo…

Video Gallery

Four Winns H9

By Andy Adams

Stunning new flagship in Four Winns’ bow rider line. Next Wednesday, October 30, at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the public will get its first in-person look at Four Winns’ stunning new H9 model, the flagship of their bowrider series. But we were invited to the dealer unveiling in Charlevoix, Michigan earlier this past summer to run Hull # 2.

Read More

Destinations

Hiding Out in Belize

By Zuzana Prochazka

Dodging holiday havoc in the tropics

Getting out of town was top-of-mind as it was only November and I was already saturated with Christmas traditions – the music, the glitter, the cookies, the sales. A week in relatively remote Belize was the siren song so we booked a 45-foot catamaran with The Moorings and packed our bags.

Read More

Lifestyle