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International Monetary Cooperation and Deputy Minister Finance and Planning Dr. Sarath Amunugama while the Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka Nobuhito Hobo and other dignitaries were also present.
Another step towards developing tourism
Speaking at the event Chief Guest Dr. Amunugama said: “With the launch of Shinagawa Beach we have taken another step towards developing tourism in Sri Lanka and are moving forward to reach the goal of 2.5 million tourists by 2016. Sri Lanka has welcomed big names in the hotel industry and we see more direct investments and projects coming in from other international hotel and resort chains. However we need to see more Japanese hotels established in Sri Lanka.”
In response to Minister Amunugama’s statement Ambassador Hobo added: “Shinagawa Beach is set to contribute towards Sri Lanka’s growing economy. This joint venture is a great move towards strengthening and building cohesive business links between the two countries. Since the end of war Sri Lanka is becoming a potential destination to invest. In order to achieve the goal of 2.5 million tourists by 2016 Sri Lanka needs to focus on attracting more upmarket tourists. Shinagawa Beach is just a start of a series of investments that are to follow.”
Secluded, pristine beach
A ten minute drive from the fifth exit of the Southern Expressway brings you to a slice of prime real estate on which Shinagawa 
Beach is built. This secluded, pristine beach with its own natural rock pool is one that is shared only by guests of the resort.
The resort entails contemporary expressions of design crafted in a manner that blends perfectly with its magnificent beachfront. Each of the 24 rooms and two suites offer a sweeping view of the ocean with supreme comfort.
State-of-the-art IPTV facilities viewed on LED TV screens offer interactive guest systems such as ordering in room dining, viewing the guest directory and even guest bills at the touch of a button. High speed complimentary Wi-Fi lets guests share the best snippets of their holiday with friends and family as they happen.
Ultimate pampering
The resort’s restaurant serves a range global cuisine and its hip bar, both open out to azure blue waters, beyond. The restaurant gives epicurean hipsters something to be excited about whilst the bar’s mixologist has a signature menu worthy of the finest cocktail cognoscenti.
The resort’s pool is designed to make to make guests spend all day sunning themselves, with just a few carefree steps taking you across to the ocean and to both the dining outlets. The spa at the resort fuses ancient healing techniques and ultimate pampering, giving vacationers a retreat for the body and mind. For the more adventurous tourist, jet skiing, diving and other water sports are offered.
A boat ride on the Madu Ganga, a visit to the vibrant Ambalangoda Mask Factory or a morning spent watching majestic whales at Mirissa are just some of the excursions that are arranged.
