Monthly Archives: March 2016

Hokkaido Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Launched

Hokkaido Shinkansen launched on March 26th, 2016. Hokkairdo Shinkansen services between Shin-Aomori and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto. It means Southern Hokkaido connects to the capital Tokyo and the Tohoku region through the Shinkansen network,The local areas on the Shinkansen line are very much … Continue reading

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Yokosuka Today Cherry Blossom Update

It is cloudy but nice and warm today. Cherry blossom trees start to blooming at Verny Park Yokosuka. About 50 percent of the cherry blossoms are in bloom here. 

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“Hanami” is a drinking party under cherry trees in full blossom

“Hanami” is a drinking party under cherry trees in full blossom. Upper class people enjoyed hanami as early as the 9th century, but the common people became to enjoy it during the Edo era.(1600-1869) It is said that farmers estimated … Continue reading

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Easter Weekend

Main religion in Japan is dominated by Shinto and Buddhism. Christian and other religion are still minor but it exists. Japan has been receptive western culture and events – Christmas, Valentines’ day and more!  Not so many Japanese people knew … Continue reading

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Top 10 most popular spring vacation destinations in Japan

  Finally we enjoy the balmy weather in Yokosuka and it is the best season for the travel. I introduce top 10 most popular destinations in Japan – for this spring season. The following destinations are chosen by Japanese travel … Continue reading

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Kitakurihama Cherry Blossom Festival

Cherry Blossom Season! Please enjoy the cherry blossoms of Negishi Park! On the final days of April 2nd and 3rd, a festival will be had, including music, dance performances, food stalls and more! When : March 26th (Sat) – April … Continue reading

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Kamakura – Sakura information

There are a lot beautiful site for viewing Sakura – cherry blossom in Kamakura. Here is the sakura blooming prediction: Begin to Bloom = March 29th 50% Bloom = April 2nd Full Bloom = April 5th

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St. Patrick day in Yokosuka

St. Patrick day event was held at Verny Park Yokosuka today. There were music bands, food booth, dancing and so on. It is bit chilly today but people seem to enjoy this event!   

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Beautiful Japanese Words That Don’t Exist In English

Some Japanese words can’t be translated exactly to English words or don’t exist in English. However Japanese people use these phrases for regular basis. ITADAKIMASU – “Itadakimasu” means “I will have this.” It is used before eating any food to … Continue reading

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Let’s peek nice old times in Yokosuka

This is the link you can see late 70s and early 80s in Yokosuka. http://blog.goo.ne.jp/hagemarupika/e/3e17dea27685f1d9b9e602a7758bb4d7  

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