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The Japan Ramen Festival (aka Dai Tsukemen Haku) 2024
Tom RoseveareThe Japan Ramen Festival (also known as Dai Tsukemen Haku) is launching a brand new edition in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Mikasa Park is a destination that appeals to both nature lovers and history buffs, and it has been selected on both the 100 Best City Parks in Japan and 100 Best Historical Parks in Japan lists. One of the major drawcards to the park is the impressive display of the Mikasa battleship, which was built in the late 1890s and played an instrumental role in the Russo-Japanese War from 1904 to 1905.
Sarushima (Monkey Island) is a popular local day trip destination that can also be seen from the park.
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15 minutes on foot from Yokosuka-Chuo Station.
The Japan Ramen Festival (also known as Dai Tsukemen Haku) is launching a brand new edition in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture.
The Yokosuka Curry Festival is an annual event that celebrates this much-loved comfort food.
Hayama Funny House offers guests a relaxing escape along Kanagawa's Hayama coast, overlooking the Sagami Bay.
If you come to the Hayama Hotel Otowa no Mori, the best way to spend your time might be to do nothing—just relax. Here you will find the atmosphere of a real resort!
Lunch at The Scapes, Hayama: Enjoy really delicious vegetables, a nice tender steak and tasty deserts, a sophisticated atmosphere and stunning seashore view.
Feel at home at this relaxing seaside lounge space that sits along Hayama's famed coastline. UNDER THE PALMO offers a calm, minimal interior—made from local materials by local artisans—that houses a cafe as well as event space for exhibitions, pop-up shops, exercise classes and movie screenings. Sit back and enjoy the cafe menu of drinks, alcohol and food offerings (both desserts and dishes to share). Gaze out at the views of Sagami Bay from the wooden deck terrace, with Enoshima—and even Mount Fuji. UNDER THE PALMO follows in the footsteps of the much-loved CABaN HAYAMA beach terrace, originally located nearby.
The first Creole restaurant in Yokosuka, Japan is now bigger and better than ever! Nawlins BBQ House, formerly Nawlins, is now serving real, slow-smoked American BBQ and is the first in Yokosuka to offer 21 Craft Beer options on tap. Just minutes from Naval Base Yokosuka’s Womble Gate and conveniently located off of Blue Street, the new building welcomes patrons to a sit down menu service accommodating approximately 100 customers between two floors.
Pot Luck is located across the street from Mikasa Park and just minutes away from Womble Gate of Yokosuka Naval Base. This cozy café offers a simple lunch menu with items such as Yokosuka Curry & Spaghetti. Just stopping by for a refreshment? Ice cream is served daily and their fresh brewed coffee just might be the best in town.
Located at Mikasa Park, the Memorial Ship Mikasa is a warship that holds a significant place in Japan’s maritime history. Built in the late 1890s and officially commissioned from 1902 to 1923, the Mikasa served as the flagship of the Japanese fleet during the Russo-Japanese War of 1904 to 1905. After the Mikasa was decommissioned, it was preserved as a memorial ship from 1926 onwards. Significant restorations were undertaken in the early 1960s, and the open to the public ship is seen as a point of national pride.
Dobuita Shopping Street stretches all the way from Shioiri Station to the Yokosuka Naval Base, and it uniquely fuses both Japanese and American culture. Along the street there are a variety of retail stores, including everything from portrait shops to military-style stores and plenty of bars and eateries. Some establishments along Dobuita Street even accept payment in US dollars! A couple of the popular dining options popular along Dobuita Street include Yokosuka navy curry and Yokosuka navy burgers, with many restaurants offering them on their menus. As the name suggests, both of these foods were inspired by the military presence in the area, and they’re well worth trying – be sure to come hungry! If you’re looking for an iconic souvenir while you’re visiting this part of Yokosuka, keep your eyes peeled for stores selling Sukajan jackets. The beautiful embroidery on the jackets makes for a truly unique memento from your time here.
If you're looking for a destination to stock up on ultra-fresh seafood, produce, and more, the Yokosuka Port Market has you covered. The venue has numerous vendors selling local goodies from the Miura Peninsula area, making it a convenient spot for your grocery needs. There's even a souvenir store if you're looking for something to remind you of your visit. Ready-to-eat items are also available at the market, with the on-site food court home to restaurants and cafes offering tasty dishes like ramen, seafood bowls, pudding, and gelato. If you like beer, be sure to check out the Yokosuka Beer Taproom – they specialize in craft beer using high-quality malt, hops, and local water.