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Yokosuka attractions
Travelers won't be able to see much of Yokosuka Naval Base, headquarters of the U.S. Navy's Seventh Fleet, but sailors based there are a common sight around the city, and certainly add to its atmosphere. Once a year, the base hosts a "Friendship Day", allowing Japanese nationals to tour the base. Also, we can go on the Naval Base, when an event takes place, such as a fireworks display or Halloween party.
The Battleship Mikasa (戦艦三笠) was Admiral Togo's flagship in the Russo-Japanese war (1904-1905), and in the Battle of Tsushima it led to the annihilation of Russian forces. Entry costs 500 yen; English signage is present, but English-speaking staff is hit or miss. The surrounding Mikasa park is free, and features a recurring fountain show.
The Perry Landing Park (ペリー上陸記念公園) marks the place where U.S. Navy Commodore Matthew C. Perry landed from his squadron of "black ships", forcing the Tokugawa Shogunate to sign a treaty of peace and friendship with the United States, thus opening the country to the world after 250 years of isolation. The park is located in Kurihama (久里浜), a few stops away by either the Keikyu or JR train line.
Also in Kurihama is Kurihama Flower World or Kurihama Hana-no-Kuni (くりはま花の国). This park is renowned for its 1 million blooming poppies from Mid-May to Mid-June, and beautiful cosmos flowers from September-mid October. It also has a nice herb garden and children's play area with a large Godzilla slide.
The Verny park is located near Shioiri station. The park fronts on the sea. A lot of roses are planted in park. There are fountains. The atmosphere of the park is elegant.
Yokosuka Research Park, 3-4 Hikari-no-Oka (shuttle bus from Keikyu's YRP Nobi station), . Not exactly a tourist attraction, this vast research complex is devoted to telecommunications in all shapes and sizes. You won't be able to see much if you show up unannounced, but symposia and meetings are held here regularly and usually include guided tours with companies showing off their latest and greatest.
Sarushima (Monkey) Island ( from Mikasa Park) - old fortress and nature preserve in Tokyo Bay. This is a private island and the only natural island in Tokyo Bay. Locals frequent if for hiking and it is a popular sun-bathing and barbecue in the summer. The hourly ferry only runs weekend through the "off-season". WARNING: The island closes every evening, so make sure you don't miss the last ferry off or you will be marooned there alone overnight. There is no night staff.
Downtown's "Blue Street" between the Navy base and Yokosuka-Chuo station - see sculptures honoring Yokosuka as one of the country's gateways to jazz music as well as local street musicians and dancers.
Anjinzuka Park is the scenic hilltop park where Williamm Adams (the inspiration for the Richard Chamberlain character in Shogun) and wife Oyuki are buried. It is called Miura anjin The park's 10,000 cherry trees make this the best blossom viewing in Yokosuka. Park also has a scenic overlooking north. Park is 1 mile from Anjinzuka Station or Hemi Station on the Keikyu Line.
Dobuita Street is located at Shioiri station. There are a lot of foreigners and many variety of shop. Especially, the famous one is a Yokosuka jacket. It is called Suka-jyan it's famous product.
Tukayama Park located on a scenic overlook. The cherry blossoms are very beautiful in April. Locals find it a nice place to walk dogs!
Chouganji(長願寺） 237-0072. A very historic temple. This is a not large temple, but it has unique atmosphere. This temple held variety of event. Forexample, festival that enjoys flowering. It's called Hanamaturi and learing about religion. Everyone can take part in these event, but need to contact. It located at Anjinzuka Station. It takes about three minutes on foot for station.
Nagaura elementary school（長浦小学校）238-0048. This school is small building, but very clean. Moreover, there are many natural. Building color is almost white because it image of sky and cloud. It painted whale. It's called Kujiragumo. It's very cute symbol of this school. Everyday many students from house commute to there. This school hold sports game at April.
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