Because of its unique history, Yokosuka has a strong international vibe. You'll spot anchor and lighthouse decorations all over the streets, giving it a real port city atmosphere.
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Yokosuka Port
An exotic U.S. Navy and Maritime Self-Defense Force port.
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Since the Meiji era (1868-1912), Yokosuka has been developed as one of Japan's leading military ports. Today, Yokosuka is home to the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force and the U.S. Navy's Seventh Fleet, and the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan is also deployed there. On the other hand, long-distance ferries depart from Yokosuka Shinko Port to Moji Port in Kyushu.
Facing the harbor, "Mikasa Park" preserves and exhibits "Mikasa," one of the three major memorial ships. There is also "Verny Park," a rose garden named after the French engineer who contributed to the construction of the former Yokosuka Steel Works, where visitors can see a spectacular view of many ships afloat.
The town of Yokosuka has developed along with the port. Dobuita-Dori street is a shopping street that conveys this history. After World War II, souvenir stores, bars, and tailors catering to U.S. military personnel began to line the street. Restaurants such as Yokosuka Navy Curry and Yokosuka Navy Burger have increased.
Highlights
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A powerful harbor scene with Japanese and U.S. ships.
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A shopping street with an American atmosphere, shopping, and dining.
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The name "Dobuita-dori" comes from the fact that the Dobu-gawa(ditch river) used to flow through the center of the street, which was covered with thick steel plates provided by the Navy, and this is what it was called since the Taisho era.
Photos
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Vessels at anchor in Yokosuka Harbor Photo provided by: Yokosuka City Tourism Division
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There is even a YOKOSUKA military port tour available Photo provided by: Yokosuka City Tourism Division
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Mikasa Park facing Tokyo Bay Photo provided by: Yokosuka City Tourism Division
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"Mikasa," one of the world's three most famous memorial vessels, can be toured inside Photo provided by: Yokosuka City Tourism Division
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"Dobuita-dori Street" is filled with an American atmosphere Photo provided by: Yokosuka City Tourism Division
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 横須賀港
- Address
- Inaoka-cho, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa, etc.
- Tel
- Yokosuka City Tourist Information Center: 046-822-8301
- Holiday
- Yokosuka Tourist Information Center： Year-end and New Year holidays
- Hours
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Yokosuka Tourist Information Center：9:30am - 5:00pm
*Business hours, holidays, fees, etc., vary with each facility. Check the following "Yokosuka City Tourist Information Website" for details. - Directions
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1) Get off at Yokosuka Station on the JR Yokosuka Line
2) Get off at Yokosuka Chuo Station or Shioiri Station on the Keikyu Line - Official Website
- Yokosuka City Tourist Information Website (English)