Annual Events May
The Yokohama Parade (International Costume Parade)
- Dates
- May 3rd
- Contacts
- Yokohama Chamber of Commerce
TEL 045-671-7423 - Venues
- Yamashita Park - Shinko Area - Bashamichi - Isezaki-cho Area
- Details
- A spectacular parade with many marching bands and dance teams which people all over Japan come to watch. Enjoy the colorful float, marching bands, lion & dragon dance performance, and many other Yokohama-esque performances. The parade starts from Yamashita Park and ends at Isezaki-cho. The course is 3.4 km long.
Ice Cream Anniversary Bashamichi March
- Dates
- Early May
- Contacts
- Bashamichi Shopping Avenue
TEL 045-641-4068 - Venues
- Bashamichi Shopping Avenue
- Details
- On May 9th, 1869, ice cream was sold for the first time in Japan at Bashamichi, Yokohama. For this reason, May 9th is commemorated as an anniversary for the first ice cream served in Japan. Events take place along the Bashamichi street. On the day, “Bashamichi Ice (cream)” is served for free.
Shomyoji Temple Takigi Noh
- Dates
- Early May
- Contacts
- Kanazawa Ward Office
TEL 045-788-7804 - Venues
- Shomyoji Temple
- Details
- Shomyoji Temple is one of the most popular temples in Yokohama. During the event, a Noh stage surrounded with bonfires are built where Japanese arts like Noh and Kyogen (classical comedic drama) are performed. The inside of the temple is illuminated, emphasizing the subtle and profound contours. (18:00 ? 21:00)
Yokohama Port Opening Anniversary Bazaar
- Dates
- Late May to Early Jun.
- Contacts
- Yokohama Port Opening Anniversary Bazaar Executive Committee
TEL 045-651-4547 - Venues
- Yokohama Park
- Details
- A traditional bazaar since 1920. There will be the Great Plant Fair as well as booths of clothing, sundries, and food aligned in Yokohama Park.
Yokohama Dragon Boat Race
- Dates
- Late May to Early Jun.
- Contacts
- NPO Yokohama International Dragon Boat Association
TEL 045-261-1163 - Venues
- Yamashita Park Seaborne Area
- Details
- The Dragon Boat Race is a race of boats shaped like dragons. Each boat consists of a crew of 15 to 20 members. Dragon boats pursuing the landscape of Yokohama are a unique view of Yokohama. At the event, you can also enjoy great food and cold beer at food stands. There will be performances by brass bands and amateur bands on the stage, which add the festive mood.