Yokohama Current Events & Activities

①Romania: The Land of World Heritage and Deep Humanity
The Romanian Ambassador, Mr. Radu Serban, will talk about the charms and attractions of his country.
Date&Time: Jun.16 (Sat), 13:30-15:30
Fee: Free
Limit: 60 people *First come, first served.
Eligibility: Principally, people who live, work, or go to school in Kohoku-ku
To Apply: Please call or come to the Lounge to apply.
②Let’s Enjoy Bon Odori!
Bon Odori is a Japanese traditional dance performed during Obon in the summertime. Both Japanese and non-Japanese people can have fun dancing together!
Date&Time: Jun.24 (Sun), 10:30-12:00
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Location: Kohoku International Lounge (8 min walk from Kikuna Stn on Tokyu Toyoko Line)
Applications&Inquiries: (045) 430-5670
http://homepage2.nifty.com/kohokulounge/

①Let’s Make Oshibana, Pressed Flowers
In this workshop, you will learn to make a small fan and a key chain, using pressed flowers.
Date&Time: Jul.6 (Fri), 13:00-15:30
Fee: \700
Things to Bring: A towel to wipe your hands with, and a pair of scissors
Limit: 25 people *First come, first served.
To Apply: From Jun.11 (Mon), please call or come to the Lounge to apply.
②Computer Classes for Beginners
There are two classes: (1)Making a flyer with Microsoft Word (2)Making a name card with Microsoft Word. *You can apply for both classes or for just one. *The classes will be using Windows Vista or Windows 7.
Date&Time:
(1)Jul.12 (Thu), 13:30-16:00
(2)Jul.19 (Thu), 13:30-16:00
Fee: \1000 per class (This payment may not be reimbursed once it is paid.)
Eligibility: Those who know how to use the mouse and have basic typing skills
Limit: Approx.15 people, of any nationality (8 people who can bring their own computers, and 7 people without computers)
To Apply: From Jun.11 (Mon), please come to the Lounge to apply.
Location: Konan International Lounge (Yumeooka Office Tower 13F, 3 min walk from Kamiooka Stn)
Inquiries: (045) 848-0990
http://www.mmjp.or.jp/konan-international-lounge/

Seven western style houses on the hills of Yamate will be decorated with flower arrangements and beautiful table settings. There will be seminars and classes.
Date&Time: Jun.2 (Sat) to Jun.10 (Sun), 9:30-17:00
Fee: Free to enter the houses, but there are some events which require fees.
Location: Yamate Seiyokan (10 min walk from Motomachi/Chukagai Stn on the Minatomirai Line)
Inquiries: (045) 623-2957 (*J) Fax (045) 623-2957
http://www2.yamate-seiyoukan.org/

June 2nd is Port-Opening day. Commemorating this special day, admission to the following facilities is free of charge.
Date: Jun.2 (Sat)
Eligibility: Yokohama Citizens of any age
In any age:
1. Yokohama Archives of History (2 min walk from Nihon Odori Stn of Minatomirai Line): 9:30-17:00 (Admission till 16:30)
2. Zoorasia (Yokohama Zoological Garden)(15 min bus ride from JR Nakayama Stn): 9:30-16:30 (Admission till 16:00)
Inquiries: (045) 959-1000 (*J) http://www2.zoorasia.org/
3. Kanazawa Zoo (bus from Kanazawa Bunko Stn of Keikyu Line to “Natsuyama Sakaue”stop and 6 min walk from bus stop)
Inquiries: (045) 783-9101 (*J)
4. Mitsubishi Minatomirai Industrial Museum http://www.mhi.co.jp/en/museum/index.html
5. Yokohama Fishing Piers (fishing facilities in Honmoku, Daikoku, and Isogo)
Inquiries: Honmoku (045) 623-6030, Daikoku (045) 506-3539, and Isogo (045) 761-1931 (*J)

High school student and younger:
1. Yokohama History Museum http://www.rekihaku.city.yokohama.jp/en/index.html
2. Museum of Yokohama Urban History (2min walk from Nihon Odori Stn of Minatomirai Line): 9:30-17:00 (Admission till 16:30)
3. Yokohama Museum of EurAsian Cultures http://www.eurasia.city.yokohama.jp
4. Yokohama Museum of Art http://www.yaf.or.jp/yma/english/
5. Osaragi Jiro Memorial Museum (8min walk from NO5 Exit of Motomachi-Chukagai Stn of Minatomirai Line):10:00-17:30 (Admission till 17:00) *Booklet in English/French available. Inquiries: (045) 622-5002 (*J)
6. Hamagin Child Science Center (3 min walk from JR Yokodai Stn)
Inquiries: (045) 832-1166 (*J)
7. Nihon Maru Memorial Park/Maritime Museum (5 min walk from Sakuragicho Stn): 10:00-17:00 (Admission till 16:30) Inquiries: (045) 221-0280 (*J)
8. Yokohama Tram Port http://www.kyouryokukai.or.jp/ciden/outline/index.html (*J)
9. Silk Museum http://www.silkmuseum.or.jp/english_main/information/
10. NYK Maritime Museum/ NYK Hikawa Maru http://www.nyk.com/rekishi/e/index.htm
11. Yamate Museum 11:00-16:00 Inquiries: (045) 622-1188 (*J)
12. Sankeien Garden http://www.sankeien.or.jp/pdf/guidemap_english.pdf
13. Yokohama Marine Tower http://marinetower.jp/eng.html
14. Landmark Tower Observatory http://www.yokohama-landmark.jp/skygarden/web/english/
15. Shimizugaoka Park: Swimming pool http://www2.simizugaoka-park.org/

Elementary school and Jr. High school students and younger:
1. Yokohama Doll Museum　http://yokohama-doll-museum.com/english.html
2. Swimming Pool (Asahi, Konan, Sakae, Tsuzuki, and Hodogaya)
3. Rinetsu Kanazawa (except public bath) http://www.yspc.or.jp/kanazawa_p_ysa/index.html
4. Sports Center in each ward
*Inquire at each facility for more details
Inquiries: Civic Affairs Bureau, Regional Activities Promotion Division (045) 671-2318 (*J) Fax (045) 664-0734

Meet and exchange ideas with the Mayor over a cup of tea.
Date&Time: Jul.23 (Mon), Aug.23 (Thu), Sep.18 (Tue), 14:00-15:00
Fee: Free
Limit: One group per day *Chosen by lottery.
Eligibility: People who live, work, or go to school in Yokohama. Please apply in groups consisting of 5-10 members. From children over elementary school age up to adults are eligible. (Elementary/junior high school student groups must be accompanied by guardians.)
*Childcare is available from 2 yrs old up till elementary school entering age.
Location: Mayor’s room (Yokohama City Office, 1 min walk from JR Kannai Stn)
To Apply: By May 21 (Mon), please send SP, fax, or e-mail with the event name, group name, profile of the group, names of all the members, the date your group like to come, and the theme you would like to talk about in detail. Please also specify the leader’s name, tel., fax, and e-mail address. Mail it to: 〒231-0017 Naka-ku Minato-cho 1-1 Shimin-kyoku Kocho Sodan-ka
Fax: (045) 212-0911, E-mail: kouchou3@city.yokohama.jp
For more details, check the website:
http://www.city.yokohama.lg.jp/shimin/kochosodan/kocho/tea/bosyu/
Inquiries: (045) 671-2333 (*J)

After an interval of 173 years, we will have a great chance to see an annular solar eclipse in the early morning of May 21. Many events regarding this annular solar eclipse are being planned at Zoorasia, Nogeyama Zoo, Kanazawa Zoo, and many parks within the City of Yokohama.
Check the website below for more details.
http://kinkan-nisshoku.org/english/
Inquiries: (045) 228-9418 (*J) Fax (045) 680-2031

Triathlon is of doing all three sports: swim, bike, and run. This class offers basic skills but is mainly about swimming. Come and experience it for yourself!
Eligibility: Elementary school and Jr. High school students
Limit: 50 people *First come, first served.
Date&Time: May 26 (Sat), 9:00-12:00
Location: Yokohama City University, Kanazawa Hakkei Campus (5 min walk from Kanazawa Hakkei Stn on the Keikyu Line)
Fee: Free
To Apply: By Fax or email (E, A, N (+ write how to read your name), T, Fax, Email, X,G and grade) by May 18.
Application& Inquiries: (045) 680-5538 (*J) Fax (045) 641-2371 (*J) Email: info@yokohamatriathlon.jp

In this program for children, you will learn about the creatures that live by the shores. Let’s be watchdogs to protect nature.
Date&Time: Jun.9 (Sat), 10:00-15:00 *Postponed in case of rain to: Jun.10 (Sun).
Location: Yokohama Nature Sanctuary, Yokohama Shizen Kansatsu no Mori (Take a bus from Kanazawa Hakkei Stn on the Keikyu Line. 7 min walk from Yokohama Reien Bus Stop.
Limit: 40 people *Chosen by lottery.
Eligibility: Elementary school children and their parents
Fee: Free
Application Period: May 11-May 26
To Apply: Fax, email or RPP (E,N of everyone in the group and write how to read them),T, Fax, G of child, and how you know about this event) to: 〒247-0013 Sakae-ku Kamigo-cho 1562-1 Yokohama Shizen Kansatsu no Mori *Entries must be received by May 26.
Inquiries and Applications: (045) 894-7474 (*J) Fax (045) 894-8892 Email: yokohama-nc@wbsj.org

①May Bonsai exhibition
Date&Time: May 20 (Sun)-Jun.3 (Sun); 9:00-16:30
②Firefly Night
Come see the fantastic night scene of fireflies. On Fri, Sat, and Sun, you will be allowed to get into an observation corner at one of the important cultural assets which is usually not open to the public.
Date&Time: Jun.2 (Sat)-Jun.10 (Sun); 18:30-20:30
Fee: \500 adult \200 child \300 senior
Location: Sankeien (Route 8 bus from Yokohama Stn, east exit or Sakuragi-cho Stn to “Honmoku Sankeien-mae” and 5 min walk from the bus stop or take a bus from JR Negishi Stn)
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 621-0635 (*J) Fax: (045) 621-6343

A great opportunity to meet people over a cup of coffee.
Date&Time: Jun.3 (Sun), 10:30-12:00
Fee: Free
Location: Aoba International Lounge (1 min walk from Tana Stn on the Tokyu Den-en toshi Line)
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 989-5266