Yokohama Current Events & Activities

The following is a list of newly opened nursery schools that accept sick children. They are all located within hospitals/clinics.
①Ikebe Pediatrics/Allergy Clinic “Byoji hoiku shisetsu Kamenoko House”
A walk from Mitsukyo Stn on Sotetsu Line
Tel. (045) 442-3715
②Nagahama Iin (Clinic) “Yokohama Azamino Byoji hoiku shitsu”
Bus from Azamin Stn on Subway or Den en toshi Line
Tel. (045) 901-2525
Eligibility: Sick or recovering children between 6 months and 3rd grade age equivalent.
Limit: 4 children/day/nursery *There will be a screening process.
Fee: \2,000 (some extra for diapers etc.)
Open:①From Mar.1 ②From Mar.29
*Available Mon-Fri (8:30-18:00) except national holidays
To Apply: Fill out an application form available at each of the nursery schools listed above. You can also download the form from: http://www.city.yokohama.jp/me/kodomo/unei/hoikuseido/byouji-hoiku2.html (*J) and apply at the nursery school of your choice. *It is essential to register your child beforehand and make an appointment as you use this service.
Inquiries: Child and Youth Bureau, Nursery Operations Division (045) 671-2399(*J) Fax (045) 664-5479

Financial aid is available for high school students who exhibit high academic performance (grade pint average of 4.0 and above) and personal qualities, and who have difficulties paying tuition (combined household income of 8 million yen or less). The parents or guardians of the students must be residing within the City of Yokohama.
Scholarship: According to projected availability (~180 people; \10,000 per month *There will be a screening process.
To Apply: Fill out an application form available at high schools, Information Service Section (Koho-sodan kakari) of your local ward office or download from Board of Education URL. Must apply via your high school.
Application Period: Mar.23 (Tue)-Apr.30 (Fri)
Inquiries: Yokohama Board of Education (045) 671-3272 (*J) Fax (045) 640-1866
URL: http://www.city.yokohama.jp/me/kyoiku/sidou2/syogakukin/kousyogaku.html

“Youth Plaza in the Area” supports those who have difficulties leaving their home to attend school or go to work. The new Tsuzuki location is one of three centers offering these services. Check the website below for more information.
Location: Tsuzuki-ku, Chigasaki chuo 11-3 (Center Minami Stn on Subway)
Open Hour: Mon-Sat; 11:00-19:00 Closed on Sun. and holidays
Eligibility: 15-35 yrs old and their families
Activities: Comprehensive consulting is available. Focus is placed on providing support for those who are coping with or recovering from social withdrawal. Services encourage participation in social activities and building work experience.
Inquiries: (045) 948-5505 (*J)
E-mail：mail@kitapla.jp
URL: http://www.kitapla.jp/

Gather information on wild birds while you bird-watch with Yokohama Nature Observation volunteer group members.
Date&Time: Mar.14 (Sun), 9:00-13:00
Location: Yokohama Shizen Kansatsu no Mori (Yokohama Nature Sanctuary) (7 min walk from “Yokohama Reien-mae” bus stop of the Kanachu bus bound for Ofuna from Kanazawa Hakkei Stn on Keikyu Line)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 894-7474 (*J) Fax (045) 894-8892

Kyogen is a traditional form of Japanese theater developed alongside Noh. Two plays will be shown: “Kinya” and “Mikazuki”
Limit: 486 people
Date&Time: May 9 (Sun), 14:00-16:00
Location: Yokohama Nohgakudo (15 min walk from JR Sakuragicho Stn)
Fee: \2,000 (reserved seat only)
To Apply: Call or from the website for reservation. It starts at noon, Apr.10. http://www.yaf.or.jp/nohgaku/
Inquiries: (045) 263-3055 (*J) Fax (045) 263-3031

Let’s learn how to play “Petanque,” a national sport in France, using easy French. Also try excitng new sports, such as “ground golf” and “soft volleyball,” all taught in easy French by an experienced French instructor.
Date&Time: Mar.27 (Sat), 13:30-16:00
Location: Yokohama Minatomirai Sports Park (7 min walk from Shin Takashima Stn on Minatomirai Line)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 640-0015 (*J)

Kanazawa Zoo will soon celebrate its birthday. Come and celebrate with us! Free admission and tons of events! Join us as we introduce our new mascot at the opening ceremony.
Date&Time: Mar.20 (Sat)-Mar.22 (holiday), 9:30-16:30
Place: Kanazawa Zoo (bus from Kanazawa Bunko Stn on Keikyu Line to “Natsuyama Sakaue” stop and 6min walk from the bus stop/buses are available from Kanazawa Bunko Stn to Kanazawa Zoo on the weekend and holidays)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 783-9101 (*J)

Pilates lessons and Thai-style Yoga lessons are going to be held at the Yokohama Minatomirai Sports Park Club House. Each exercise focuses on breathing. *Lessons are conducted in Japanese.
Limit: 30 people/class *Chosen by lottery.
Eligibility: 16 yrs and older
Date&Time:
Every Wed. from Apr.7-Jun.30 Pilates: 18:30-19:30
Yoga: 19:45-20:45
Every Fri. from Apr.9-Jul.2 Pilates: 10:00-11:00
Yoga: 11:15-12:15
Location: Yokohama Minatomirai Sports Park (7 min walk from Shin Takashima Stn on Minatomirai Line)
Fee: \12,000 (12 lessons)　
To Apply: RPP (Course, A,N,T, and G) to:〒220-0012 Nishi-Ku, Minatomiai 6-2-1, Yokohama Minatomirai Sports Park *Email also acceptable. Entries must be received by Mar.25.
Inquiries: (045) 222-8189 (*J) Email: mmsp@yspc.or.jp

Volunteers are wanted for various events at the 29th Port Opening Festival.
Limit: 100 people/day *Chosen by screening.
Eligibility: Since all the activities are being held outside, applicants 18 yrs and older (no high school students) who are healthy, energetic, and be able to commute by public transportation. Must be able to attend meetings in early May (date and location undecided).
Date&Time: May 29 (Sat), 30　(Sun), and Jun.2 (Wed);　8:00-17:00 *Time will depend on event. *Cancelled in case of inclement weather.
Location: Rinko Park and the area around in MM21 Area (Rinko Park: 3 min walk from Minatomirai Stn on Minatomirai Line)
Wage: No wage but lunch and uniforms (T-shirt) will be provided.
To Apply: RPP (E,A,N (how to read it ),T,G and your email address) to:〒231-0012 Naka-Ku, Aioi-cho 1-18, Konan Bldg 2F-B. Yokohama Port Opening Festival Committee “Volunteer Kakari” *Entries must be postmarked by Apr.30.
Inquiries: (045) 212-5511 (*J) Fax (045) 212-5510
http://www.kaikosai.com/2010

A poster design is wanted to promote the Port Opening Festival. This year’s themes are “Setting sail for Yokohama dream” and “Our children’s glittering future”.
*Photographs will not be accepted.
Limit: Only one design will be chosen by a judging process.
Fee: Free
To Apply: Send your design in digital format (e.g., CD-R) with E, A,N and T to: 〒231-0012 Naka-Ku, Aioi-cho 1-18, Konan Bldg 2F-B. Yokohama Port Opening Festival Committee “Poster design Kakari” *Entries must be received by Mar.15 *Your design will not be returned.
Inquiries: (045) 212-5511 (*J) Fax (045) 212-5510
http://www.kaikosai.com/2010