Yokohama Current Events & Activities

The 31st Yokohama Marathon is seeking participants for the 10km marathon, the half marathon, and 12.7km wheel-chair marathon. The course is from Yamashita Park.
Date&Time: Dec.4 (Sun), 9:15-12:00
Fee: \5,000 for adults, \3,000 for high school students
Limit: 8,000 people *First come, first served.
Eligibility: For the 10km and wheel-chair marathon, participants should be over 15 yrs old. Junior high school students are not eligible. For the half marathon, participants should be over 18 yrs old. High school students are not eligible. Meeting Place: Yamashita Park (5 min walk from Motomachi Chukagai Stn on Minatomirai Line)
To Apply: Application forms will be available from Aug.22. Pick them up at one of the following places; Regional Promotion Division (Chiiki Shinko Ka) of your Ward Office, Sports Centers, 1F Information Corner of the City Office, Gyosei (Administrative) Service Corner, or Yokohama Rapport. You can also apply from the website; http://www.yokohamamarathone.jp
Application Period:
①Sep.1-Sep.2. Please pay the fee with a slip attached on the application form.
②Applying via the website is Sep.1-Sep.16.
Inquires: (045) 651-9990 (*J)

①Extended Opening Hours
On Jul.30 (Sat), 31 (Sun), and on all weekends during August, Kanazawa zoo will be open until 18:00. *Last entry is admitted until 17:30.
Fee: \500 for adults *After 16:00, the fee is half the original price.
②Summer Festival
On Aug.20 (Sat) and Aug.21 (Sun), the zoo will be open until 20:30 *Last entry is admitted until 19:30. On these two days, admission is free, and there are various events and shows on stage.
Location: Kanazawa Zoo (Take a bus from Keikyu Kanazawa Bunko Stn)
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 783- 9101 (*J)
URL: http://www2.kanazawa-zoo.org/

①Releasing young fish and canoe experience
Releasing young fish allows children to think about the environment in the sea. Also enjoy the canoe ride!
Date&Time: Sep.17 (Sat), 10:00-15:30
Fee: \1,000 (for insurance)
Eligibility: Elementary school children who live or go to school in Yokohama, and their parents
Limit: 20 pairs, 40 people *Chosen by lottery.
To Apply: Send RPP or send e-mail with (E,A,N,T,G, and e-mail address) to: 〒236-0007 Kanazawa-ku Shiraho 1 Banchi Yokohama Bay Side Marina Umi no Gakko Tanto
E-mail: umi-gakkou@ybmarina.com
*Entries must be received by Aug.31.
*You may apply for up to two pairs in one application.
②Parent/Child Cruise
YBM presents motor boat cruising for parents and children.
Date&Time: Sep.10 (Sat), 10:00-15:00
Fee: \1,000 (for insurance)
Eligibility: Elementary school children who live or go to school in Yokohama, and their parents
Limit: 40 pairs, 80 people *Chosen by lottery.
To Apply: Send RPP or send e-mail with (E,A,N,T,G, and e-mail address) to: 〒236-0007 Kanazawa-ku Shiraho 1 Banchi Yokohama Bay Side Marina Umi no Gakko Tanto
E-mail: umi-gakkou@ybmarina.com
*Entries must be received by Aug.28.
*You may apply for up to two pairs in one application.
Inquiries: (045) 776-7590 (*J)

Sankeien is holding a tea ceremony introduction class. Use chasen (tea whisk) to mix powdered green tea with hot water, and enjoy drinking tea with a little cake! *Pre-school children must be accompanied by an adult.
Date&Time: Aug.13 (Sat), 10:00-12:00 and 13:00-15:30
Location: Sankeien (Take a bus from JR Negishi Stn)
Fee: \400 in addition to the admission fee (includes cake). Admission is \500 for adults, \200 for elementary school children.
Limit: 120 people *First come, first served.
To Apply: Entries begin from 9:30 on the morning of Aug.13.
Inquiries: (045) 621-0634 (*J)
URL: http://www.sankeien.or.jp/

①Artwork Wanted for The 16th International Children’s Art Exhibition
The theme for this year is “Smile”. It is hoped that people can understand more about each other by looking at pictures by children from various countries.
Locations of the Exhibition: 1. Aoba Ward Office 1F (8 min walk from Ichigao Stn on Tokyu Den-en Toshi Line), and 2. Art Forum Azamino (5 min walk from Azamino Stn on Tokyu Den-en Toshi Line)
Eligibility: Elementary school and junior high school children, in and outside Japan (You may apply personally, or by a group.)
Requirements: 1 picture per person, or up to 10 pictures from one group. Size should be within 38cm X 30cm.
To Apply: By Oct.1 (Sat), please mail it or bring it to Aoba International Lounge.) Mailing address is: 〒227-0064 Aoba-ku Tana-cho 76 Banchi Aoba-ku Kumin Koryu Center Tana Station Nai Aoba International Lounge
②Morning Coffee
A great opportunity to meet people over a cup of coffee.
Date&Time: Sep.4 (Sun), 10:30-12:00
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Location: Aoba International Lounge (1 min walk from Tana Stn on Tokyu Den-en Toshi Line)
Inquiries: (045) 989-5266

Learn how to use Microsoft Word and Excel in a series of 9 classes. You will learn to make name cards, seasonal postcards, flyers by Word, and will make a home bookkeeping sheet, name list, and calendars by Excel. The course will also cover basic computer skills and how to use the internet.
Limit: Spots available for some participants who are able to bring in their own laptop computers, and spots are also available for those who do not have computers.
Eligibility: Non-Japanese who can read hiragana and katakana
Dates: Sep.15, 22, 29, Oct.6, 13, 20, 27, Nov.10, 17, all on Thursdays, 13:30-15:00
Fee: \4,000/course *The fee cannot be returned once it has been paid.
Briefing Date&Time: Sep.8 (Thu) 13:30-14:00 *This is a session prior to the actual course. Please bring your own computer if you would like to use it during the course itself.
To Apply: Between Aug.20 and Set.7, please call or come directly. Give your name, the ward you live in, your contact numbers, nationality, and whether or not you can bring your own computer.
Location: Konan International Lounge (Yumeooka Office Tower 13F, 3 min walk from Kamiooka Stn on Keikyu Line or Subway)
Applications&Inquiries: (045) 848-0990

Let’s learn to make Chinese food! You will learn how to make; steamed meat buns, soup with eggs and za-sai (Chinese pickles), and jellyfish & cucumber salad.
Date&Time: Sep 30 (Fri), 10:00-14:00
Location: Yumeooka Office Tower 10F Cooking Room
Fee: \1,200
Limit: 30 people *First come, first served.
To Apply: From Aug.11, please come to Konan International Lounge to apply.
What to bring: Apron, wash cloth, container to bring food home.
Inquiries: (045) 848-0990

This course, aimed at beginners, fully supports foreign residents who are starting their new life in Yokohama. In addition to learning the Japanese language, useful information on foreign consultation and international exchange events will be provided. (You can take this course up to 3 times.)
Eligibility: Foreign nationals over 16 years old who have recently arrived in Japan, and are at beginner and introductory levels
Course: Twice a week, 20 lessons/course
Date&Time: Sep.21 through Dec.5, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:30-12:00
Fee: \10,000/course
Location: YOKE conference room (5 min walk from Minatomirai Stn on Minatomirai Line)
To Apply: Your Japanese comprehension level will need to be checked. Please make an appointment by phone or e-mail.
Applications&Inquiries: (045) 222-1209

Message: The U.S. Navy Negishi Housing will celebrate its annual Bon Odori Festival.
It is an open gate festival. A full day of activities and entertainment is planned
including the performance by the U.S. military band and/or local rock band,
both American and Japanese food/souveniar stands, Bon dance, and more!

●Date&Time: August 27 (Sat) 2011 1500-2100 (Entry is unitl 2030)
●Rain date: Following day, same time
●Venue: Negishi U.S. Navy Housing Area, Community Center Parking Lot
●Access: 1. From JR Negishi Line Negishi Station: City bus #21 (towards Sakuragi-cho)
　 off at “Asahidai”, 8min. walk
　 2. From Yokohama Station: City bus #103 (towards Negishidai) off at Negishidai, 1min. walk.
●Note:
1. No personal vehicles allowed (please use public transportation)
2. Baggage checks will be conducted
3. ID check may be required. Please bring a proper photo ID, such as Driver’s License
　with permanent address, Passport, Alien Registration Card or Resident Card with picture.
4. The entry may be limited depends on circumustances.
●Fee: Free
●Inquiries: (045) 281-4120

An extremely popular summer event is coming back this year! During this 3-day event you can enjoy listening to over 70 groups, both from overseas and from Japan, who will be performing Hawaiian music and the Hula on stage, Hawaiian food, fashion, jewelry, souvenirs, and Hawaiian plants. There will also be workshops on handmade Lei and playing the ukulele.
Date&Time: Jul.22 (Fri)-Jul.24 (Sun), 10:00-21:00 *On the last day, finishes at 18:00.
Location: Osanbashi Terminal and other places in Minatomirai area. (5 min walk from Nihon Odori Stn on Minatomirai Line)
Inquiries: (045) 664-6633 (*J)