Yokosuka Travel Guide

  Bus stop - Sano Yon Cho Mei
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  • Bus stop - Sano Yon Cho Mei
      Bus stop - Sano Yon Cho Mei
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  • Cherry Blossoms in full bloom
      Cherry Blossoms in full bloom
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  • Mt. Fuji
      Mt. Fuji
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  • Mikasa Ship Museum
      Mikasa Ship Museum
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  • Imperial Gardens, Tokyo!
      Imperial Gardens, Tokyo!
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Things to Do  

Mikasa Battleship and Park

Mikasa Battleship and Park, Yokosuka

 squidly2 Says:  The Miskasa Battleship is THE must-see in Yokosuka. You buy tickets (no more than 500 yen, I think it was 300 yen for military) at little machines in the park, and they give you a brochure in English when you enter. This was Admiral Togo's flagship during the Russo-Japanese... 

Shop and See on Blue Street

Shop and See on Blue Street, Yokosuka

 RoseWander Says:  Blue street is the center of life in Yokosuka for sailors and their wives. It's a great place to go shopping and to people watch. The street actually has blue stones mixed in with the usual black. The sidewalks are lined with benches that bear life-sized statues of Jazz... 

If it's sunny.. take a sunbath at Yokosuka Museum

If it's sunny.. take a sunbath at Yokosuka Museum, Yokosuka

 Vishuddha Says:  A small and cozy museum located just in front of the beach, it's Yokosuka Museum.You can check the exhibition schedule in their web site, but unfortunately only Japanese.The architecture which makes this cozy atomosphere is worthy to mention. The wooden floor with cherry... 

Mikasa Ship Museum

Mikasa Ship Museum, Yokosuka

 salisbury3933 Says:  This was by far the highlight of my visit to Yokosuka.Permanently berthed in Mikasa park is the old ship Mikasa, which served in the Russo-Japanese war of 1904-05. The museum housed inside the ship gives an interesting account of what happened, although typically for Japan... 

Hotels  

Kannonzaki Keikyu Hotel

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Restaurants  

Cocoichiban - a/k/a CoCo's: Curry your way!

Cocoichiban - a/k/a CoCo's: Curry your way!, Yokosuka

 hippie005 Says:  Coco's is the first place I've ever had curry. I've never had the desire to eat curry but this place drew me in. Cocoichi is a casual restaurant like a diner. They have english on their menu and it's easy to order. Most of the staff speaks english. The curry spice guide is... 

Za Watami: Japanese Chain Restaurant

Za Watami: Japanese Chain Restaurant, Yokosuka

 reinansanc Says:  Just like most chain restaurants in the states Za Watami is a typical Japanese Restaurant where you take off your shoes at the door. The staff usually does not speak English that well so you need to have a few key Japanese words to order and have a sucessful night. They do... 

BUENO: Try BUENO ...Italian cafe though

BUENO: Try BUENO ...Italian cafe though, Yokosuka

 123da Says:  Try this place BUENO . Just under the Starbuck's terrace.Nice foods&sweets. You can try in English.Best choice for girls definitely Cheeeeeese cake & vino bianco! 

Belle Neige: French food that makes France taste like McDonalds

Belle Neige: French food that makes France taste like McDonalds, Yokosuka

 hippie005 Says:  This was the BEST FOOD that I've ever eaten, hands down. I've eaten at some high end restaurants, and the only thing EVEN CLOSE TO comparable was Johnny's in Cleveland Ohio. The Belle Neige is very small inside but the ambience was cozy French with minimalist artwork and... 

Nightlife  

go to Yokohama or Tokyo for...

go to Yokohama or Tokyo for..., Yokosuka

 albeas Says:  go to Yokohama or Tokyo for nightlife, unless you want a low key hang out with friends at an izakiya.Also Tommy's bar for friendly American Navy culture.www.tommysbar.com 

Transportation  

From Tokyo

From Tokyo, Yokosuka

 salisbury3933 Says:  There's a direct train from Keikyu Shinagawa station in Tokyo to Yokosuka . It may be best to get the express train to Kanazawa Bunko and transfer to a local train from there.The best station for Mikasa park is Shioiri Station. 

Train guide

Train guide, Yokosuka

 hippie005 Says:  If you need to determine how much Yen to bring or to help you navigate the trains, this website is absolutely fantastic:http://www.jorudan.co.jp/english/norikae/e-norikeyin.htmlIt will tell you which train to take, which station to leave from, where to transfer and how much... 

Shopping  

Silk 100 yen shop: Cheap food & stuffs

Silk 100 yen shop: Cheap food & stuffs, Yokosuka

 sunshine_01 Says:  They offer a good variety of products such as snacks, groceries, kitchenware, tableware, toys, gift etc. They even have a small section that offers fresh fruits and vegetables. Most of the items are 100 yen except for the prices for the fresh fruits and vegetables. They may... 

100 Yen Stores: 100 Yen Store

100 Yen Stores: 100 Yen Store, Yokosuka

 squidly2 Says:  There are 2 100 yen stores in Yokosuka, within waking distance of the train stations. The best one is across from the Daiei Mall (pedestrian bridge across the street). The 100 Yen store has small toys and dishes, ramen, sunglasses... My favorite purchase was a Barbie doll... 

Local Customs  

Tipping is considered RUDE

Tipping is considered RUDE, Yokosuka

 hippie005 Says:  Tipping is considered rude in Japan and is not required. Often times, unless you ask if service is included in the meal, it is. The wait staff is paid appropriately and they do not rely on tips. Tips are even considered a slap in the face, if you will. Do not tip in... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Avoid downtown the night a carrier docks

Avoid downtown the night a carrier docks, Yokosuka

 finneyboy Says:  Anyone that is living in or visiting Yokosuka should do what they can to avoid going out the night a carrier comes into port. Imagine 3,000 sailors that have been cramped on a large boat for a couple months being released into town. Only 1% of these servicemen will get into... 

FIIIIIIIIIGGGGHHHHTTT!!

FIIIIIIIIIGGGGHHHHTTT!!, Yokosuka

 pwoody11 Says:  sailor tend to start fights 

What to Pack  

Rain, rain, rain

Rain, rain, rain, Yokosuka

 finneyboy Says:   As in most port cities in Japan, rain comes hard and heavy with little warning. If you're here for a while invest in a decent umbrella as it can be VERY breezy at times. You will end up paying more by buying the cheap umbrellas that keep breaking than you would a decent... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Nobori-gumo Onsen: A hidden gem for onsen lovers

Nobori-gumo Onsen: A hidden gem for onsen lovers, Yokosuka

 sunshine_01 Says:  When we talk about onsen we'll think of Hakone. I was staying around Kurihama and it takes a few hours of train ride to reach Hakone. I was very lazy to travel so far just to soak in the onsen and then travel back. I was surprised when I found out that there is an onsen in... 

Favorites  

Please learn a tiny bit of Japanese!

Please learn a tiny bit of Japanese!, Yokosuka

 hippie005 Says:  Yokosuka locals are some of the best people you will meet. You just have to get past the shell which can be difficult sometimes. My mother is Japanese so it's a little bit easier for me to understand how they keep people at bay and try not to be the nail that sticks out. Be... 

American influence

American influence, Yokosuka

 salisbury3933 Says:  With the US Navy having a base nearby, there is understandably quite an American influence in town.This is obvious as you walk past businesses, many of whom cater to the servicepeople and their families. 

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 go to Yokohama or Tokyo for nightlife, unless you want a low key hang out with friends at an izakiya.Also Tommy's bar for friendly American Navy... 

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Q:  Hi, I've booked Afew days at hotel New Yokosuka, but my trips been cancelled and was wondering if anyone knows if they give... 

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A: I would think your travel insurance would refund your costs. 

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It's what you make of it!

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 The first day I got here, I cried from the culture shock, and I was raised by my OKINAWAN MOTHER!!! That being said, I've loved it ever since my tears dried. There are TONS of things to do, TONS of...... 

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Navy town

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 Yokosuka is home to both a US Navy base, as well as a Japanese Naval Self Defence Force base. It has quite a naval history, and that for me is what makes it interesting. 

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Yokosuka

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Yokosuka. I'd love to share with you the 3 tips I've written, the 1 photo uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Not JUST a Navy town...

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 I spent 3 months living in Yokosuka while working at a small US Navy housing complex in Yokohoma. I've read a lot of negative things about Yokosuka on this site and unfortunately some of it is true.... 

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Nobori-gumo Onsen

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 Nobori-gumo is a natural onsen. It has facilities like hair dressing, restaurant, massage service and facial. 

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