Travelers won't be able to see much of Yokosuka Naval Base, headquarters of the U.S. Navy's Seventh Fleet, but sailors based there are a common sight around the city, and certainly add to its atmosphere. Once a year, the base hosts a "Friendship Day", allowing Japanese nationals to tour the base. Also, we can go on the Naval Base, when an event takes place, such as a fireworks display or Halloween party.
The Battleship Mikasa æ¦è¦ä¸ç¬ was Admiral Togo's flagship in the Russo-Japanese war 1904-1905, and in the Battle of Tsushima it led to the annihilation of Russian forces. Entry costs 500 yen; English signage is present, but English-speaking staff is hit or miss. The surrounding Mikasa park is free, and features a recurring fountain show.
The Perry Landing Park ããªã¼ä¸é¸è¨å¿µå ¬å marks the place where U.S. Navy Commodore Matthew C. Perry landed from his squadron of "black ships", forcing the Tokugawa Shogunate to sign a treaty of peace and friendship with the United States, thus opening the country to the world after 250 years of isolation. The park is located in Kurihama ä¹ éæµ, a few stops away by either the Keikyu or JR train line.
Also in Kurihama is Kurihama Flower World or Kurihama Hana-no-Kuni ããã¯ã¾è±ã®å½. This park is renowned for its 1 million blooming poppies from Mid-May to Mid-June, and beautiful cosmos flowers from September-mid October. It also has a nice herb garden and children's play area with a large Godzilla slide. Area map from Kurihama station