Have you ever visited a new place and felt ‘wow’ about it? For many visitors, it happens at Yokosuka.
Yokosuka may not be as popular as other cities in Japan, but don’t let that fool you. Yokosuka is a smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination that is worth a visit. You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination.
You might wish to revisit it someday again, to take a break and relax at Yokosuka.
If you have plans to visit Japan and are not sure if Yokosuka should be included in your itinerary, keep reading. In this list, we have put together some of the things to do in Yokosuka and around. We have a hunch that if you include this city in your travel plans, you will be thrilled you did so.
Here is the list of things to do in Yokosuka and tourist attractions in city.
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View Point, Hiking Trail
Address:
5 Chome Nagasawa, Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa-ken 239-0842, Japan
Similar, yet unlike the famous Mount Fuji, this mountain is as glorious and a little simpler than the majestic mountain. It takes almost an hour to climb the mountain, with the summit offering views too surreal to be real. Rich in flora and fauna, you will get to explore a number of species of shrubs, plants and trees, and spot a variety of bird...
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Address:
Mt. Fuji, 5 Chome Nagasawa, Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa-ken 239-0842, Japan
Japan’s Mt. Fuji is an active volcano about 100 kilometers southwest of Tokyo. Commonly called “Fuji-san,” it’s the country’s tallest peak, at 3,776 meters. A pilgrimage site for centuries, it’s considered one of Japan’s 3 sacred mountains, and summit hikes remain a popular activity. Its iconic profile i...
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Park
Address:
Japan, 〒238-0042 Kanagawa-ken, Yokosuka-shi, 汐入町Shioirichō, 1 Chome−1−１
A park facing the former Yokosuka Iron Factory whose establishment was contributed by French engineer Verny. In this park, there are beautiful flower beds, a fountain and a western cottage based on French garden design. Best of it all would be the gorgeous rose beds with an estimated 130 species. In spring, the various roses will bloom, making t...
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Japan, 〒238-0046 Kanagawa-ken, Yokosuka-shi, Nishihemichō, 3 Chome, 神奈川県横須賀市西逸見町３丁目
Park
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Japan, 〒239-0832 Kanagawa-ken, Yokosuka-shi, Shinmeichō, 神明町1番地
Park
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Park
Address:
239 0832, 1-12 Shinmeichō, Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa-ken 239-0832, Japan
If you’re looking for a way to stop and smell the flowers in the busyness of Tokyo life, take a side trip to this peaceful flower park located just outside Yokosuka city central in Kanagawa prefecture.
Kurihama Flower World is well known for its beautiful varieties of flowers throughout the year. In a trip to this park you can experience e...
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3 Chome-3 Shōnantakatori, Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa-ken 237-0066, Japan
Park
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2 Chome-21-25 Higashiuraga, Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa-ken 239-0821, Japan
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Japan, 〒238-0003 Kanagawa-ken, Yokosuka-shi, Inaokachō, 82−14
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