Monthly Archives: May 2015

Yokohama Port Open Memorial Event for this weekend

Uraga-class mine-countermeasures support ship opens to the public viewing for this weekend. For more information please ask Liberty Cove House concierge desk.

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Yokohama Motomachi Shopping street event for this weekend

Motomachi Shopping street is very sophisticated and trendy area. May 30th and 31st this weekend, lots events are going on. If you have sweet teeth, there are 21 sweets and café shops open for these 2 days! For more information, … Continue reading

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Iris festival at Yokosuka Shobu En

Over 412 kinds and 140,000 roots, these iris are blooming in Yokosuka Shobu En. They have many events in June. There is no admission fee and loop bus runs from Shioiri station.

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A seasonal Japanese custom ‘Changing your wardrobe’

Traditionally, we change the clothes in our closet twice a year, known as koromogae, in June and October, in accord with the changing seasons. It’s just a custom and not a duty, but many companies and schools have a winter … Continue reading

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An earthquake struck this afternoon

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5 struck Saitama and Kanto Area at 14:28. There is no threat of Tsunami. Japanese smart phone and cell phone receive signals and alarm few seconds before earthquake strikes if you set up.

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21 things people miss after leaving Japan

The article – 21 things people miss after leaving Japan Is it true? Do you miss these things? A set, non-weird, phrase for thanking your colleagues for their hard work Moist towels in restaurants and cafes No tipping, but getting … Continue reading

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Survival Japanese Phrases – Greetings

I pick up 10 Japanese phrases for basic everyday situation – Greetings!   Good morning – Ohayo Gozaimasu or Ohayo (casual) Hello, Good afternoon – Konnichiwa Good evening – Konbanwa Good night – Oyasuminasai or Oyasumi (casual) How are you? … Continue reading

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Yokosuka Today

It is nice and warm but bit humid in the air.

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Food Festival at Yokosuka Port Market for this weekend

Good food is from Miyazaki city. Miyazaki city is the capital city of Miyazaki Prefecture on the island of Kyushu in Japan. Located on the coast and crossed by several rivers, Miyazaki City enjoys scenic views of both ocean and … Continue reading

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Winning-Pictures from Yokosuka Photo Contest

You see these winning-pictures, Yokosuka city looks very different.  Check this web-site: http://cocoyoko.net/event/photocon-prize.html

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