Monthly Archives: April 2017

“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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Choi-Nomi festival – Happy Hour in Yokosuka

Choi means a little and Nomi means drink alcohol. This Choi-Nomi festival is held in Yokosuka on April 6th, 7th and 8th. You purchase the ticket (2,400 yen in advance / 2,500 yen on the day) and you can try … Continue reading

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Sakura Festival at Tsukayama Park

There are a lot of different kinds of Sakura (Cherry Blossom) bloom in this park. 1000 sakura trees welcome you. You can enjoy food vendors from the evening until 9 pm. They lit the lanterns during the festival. You can … Continue reading

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Yokosuka Today – Sakura in Verny Park

It is nice day in Yokosuka! 55 degrees, sunny day. Sakura (cherry blossom) is blooming about 50%.

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