Five Reasons to Visit Yokohama this Summer!
– The best way to experience Yokohama is to live like a local –

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Five Reasons to Visit Yokohama this Summer! <br>– The best way to experience Yokohama is to live like a local –

Planning a holiday? Here are the reasons why you should put Yokohama on your travel itinerary for 2024! Why not experience Yokohama like a local?

The reason why -1. Summer Traditions of Fireworks & Festivals in Yokohama

1. Japanese Summer Traditions of Fireworks & Festivals

The fireworks and festivals taking place in Yokohama features a whole different experience. In July and August, beautiful fireworks sparkle in the night skies over the areas such as the downtown bay area, the beaches of Kanazawa, and the river bank of Tsurumi. We recommend that you try the traditional "yukata (summer kimono)" to participate in the summer festivals lined up with many food stands. If you dance bon-odori (traditional summer dance) to the call and song with the locals circling the yagura (raised platform), you are sure to collect some unforgettable summer memories.

The reason why -2. Outdoor Beer Gardens to Escape from the Summer Heat in Yokohama

2. Outdoor Beer Gardens to Escape from the Summer Heat

To beat the heat in hot summer season, Japanese have a tradition to go to the beer gardens with fresh air and ice-cold beers! The outdoor terrace and rooftop beer gardens open only during the summer season. Enjoy the "beer gardens" with the beautiful harbor night view over port of Yokohama!

The reason why -3. Fun Experience for Kids in Yokohama

3. Fun Experience for Kids

Fun for kids and adults alike! Recommended summer experiences include; coming into contact with sea animals at "Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise,” going on a night safari at "Yokohama Zoorasia,” capturing the dazzling display of lights on one of the world's largest Ferris wheels at “Yokohama Cosmo World,” learn about the history of instant noodles and do-it-yourself experience at “CUPNOODLES MUSEUM” and more!

The reason why -4. Open-Air Music Festivals at Japan's Birthplace of Jazz in Yokohama

4. Open-Air Music Festivals at Japan's Birthplace of Jazz

Yokohama is the place where jazz was first introduced to Japan. Even today, there are small jazz cafés and live music clubs, stylish hostess bars, and various other jazz scenes in the city where history still remains strong. In this city of jazz, outdoor jazz festivals are popular events during the summer and fall months. In "Yokohama Jazz Promenade," the largest jazz festival in Japan, not only jazz artists who represent Japan but also an artists from abroad will come to Yokohama to appear on stage!

The reason why -5. Explore the Scenic Beauty & Japanese Culture in Yokohama

5. Explore the Scenic Beauty & Japanese Culture

Learn about Japan's love for nature and delve into the spiritual side of Japan by participating in the tea ceremony at one of the city’s traditional gardens, “Sankeien.” Try your hand at Zen meditation at “Sojiji Temple” to explore the tranquility around you. Dress up in a traditional summer kimono, yukata, at “Yokohama Haikara Kimono Kan” and be transported to a bygone era as you explore the city by rickshaw.