Monthly Archives: February 2017

Fireworks this weekend at Yokosuka Shobu-En Date: February 18th  2017 (Saturday) * If it rains, it will be on Sunday 19th Time: Fireworks 18:00 – 18:20           Events       9:00 – 19:00 No admission … Continue reading →

On Valentine’s Day, it’s common for Japanese women to give chocolates to men. Women are encouraged to express love to men by giving chocolates and other gifts. Chocolates are often given to male co-workers, bosses, friends, family members, and so … Continue reading →

We display the Hina-doll at Liberty Cove House entrance hall. This Hina-doll is for “Hina-matsuri (the Doll’s Festival)” which is held on March 3rd. It’s also called “the Girl’s Festival” because it’s to wish for girl’s growth and happiness. It’s … Continue reading →

Are you a big fan of Ramen? Then you have to try CUP NOODLES MUSEUM to learn the secret of cup noodle and to make one-of-a-kind ramen by yourself. A Japanese food company Nissin opened a unique museum for Ramen in Yokohama … Continue reading →

It is still cold in Yokosuka! Personally I think February is the coldest season in a year! I would like to explain heating system in Japan. These days, because of the high price of oil and the relative airtightness of … Continue reading →

it is great to start a day with this view with your coffee!

Super Bowl 2017 – the New England Patriots beat the Atlanta Falcons 34 -28 and they are champion again!

Setsubun literally means “division of seasons.” It is used to mark the end of winter and summer, and is derived from the old lunar calendar.. However, “setsubun” has now come to mean the day before the first day of spring … Continue reading →

Kamakura is located close to Liberty Cove House. You take JR train from Yokosuka station. It takes about 20 minutes. Kamakura became the political center of Japan, when Minamoto Yoritomo chose the city as the seat for his new military government … Continue reading →