Yokohama Current Events & Activities

① Oct.24 (Sat), 14:00～ Tokai University vs Ryutsu Keizai University
② Oct. 25 (Sun), 14:00～ Ryikkyo University vs Tsukuba University
③ Nov.3 (Holiday), 14:00～Yokokawa Musashino vs Suntory Foods
Eligibility: Yokohama citizen
Limit: 200 people (100 pairs)/game *Chosen by lottery
Location: Mitsuzawa Koen Kyugijo (bus from Yokohama Stn, west exit bus stop No.6-11, to “Mitsuzawa Sogo Ground Iriguchi” stop)
Fee: Free
To Apply: RPP(E, A, and N) to:〒231-0017 Naka-Ku, Minato-cho 1-1, Shimin Katsuryoku Suishin-kyoku Sports Shinko-ka. *Entries must be received by Oct.10.
Inquiries: (045) 671-3583 (*J)

The biggest jazz festival in Japan is coming back. It will take place for two days at approx. 120 halls and clubs. More than 2,000 musicians, both professionals and amateurs, will participate.
Date&Time: Oct.10 (Sat), Oct.11 (Sun); 11:00-21:00
Location: Kannai Hall Dai Hall, Yokohama Akarenga Soko 1 gokan, and others. Venues may change depending on the weather. (Kannai Stn or Sakuragi-cho Stn on JR or Municipal Subway, Bashamichi Stn or Minatomirai Stn on Minatomirai Line)
Fee: Advance ticket is \4000 for adults. On site ticket is \5000 for adults, \1000 for junior high & high school students, free for younger children. For more information, please contact the website below.
To Apply: Tickets are available from the official website, Pia, Lawson, and others ticket centers.
*The seats are not reserved－ first come first served.
Inquiries (*J): (045) 221-0212
http://www.jazzpro.jp

This is an event designed for people from the baby boom generation (those 50 years and older) and who are thinking about life after retirement. There are workshops and mini concerts by baby boomers (for baby boomers). Performers wanted. *Musicians Without Borders (NPO), will also perform with handmade instruments.
Date&Time: Oct.24 (Sat),
Oct.25 (Sun); 11:00-12:00 and 13:00-14:00
Location: Minatomirai Stn Concourse, Mirai Tube (Minatomirai Stn on Minatomirai Line)
Limit: 20 pairs, 40 people/each time *first come first served
Eligibility: One person in each pair should be of the baby boom generation.
Fee: Free
To Apply: Telephone, fax, or e-mail and provide (E,A,N,T, Fax,G)
Applications are received from Sep.14.
Inquiries and Applications (*J):
Tel: (045) 671-3680
Fax: (045) 664-0734
E-Mail:sh-kyodosuishin@city.yokohama.jp

Budding artists will have their little shops to display and sell their artworks such as paintings, photos, ceramics, and more. There will also be workshops to create your own artwork, as well as street performances and entertainment.
Date&Time: Oct.10 (Sat), Oct.11 (Sun); 10:00-17:00
Location: Yokohama Portside Park (7 min walk from Yokohama Stn on JR, Keikyu, Tokyu, Sotetsu, Municipal Subway, Minatomirai Lines)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 243-2013 (*J)

This is an event to show gratitude and tribute for the animals. The event includes panel display, flower offerings to animals which have passed away, and a special guide that will enhance your understanding of the animals.
Date&Time: Sep.23 (Holiday), 9:30-16:30
Location: Nogeyama Zoo (10 min walk from Hinode Stn on the Keikyu Line, or take the Municipal Bus from JR Sakuragicho Stn and get off at Nogeyama Dobutsuen)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location
Inquiries: (045) 231-1307 (*J)

Date&Time: Sep.12 (Sat), 9:30-10:00
Location: Daikoku Umizuri Shisetsu (fishing jetty) (take a bus from JR Yokohama West Exit or JR Tsurumi Stn. Get off at Daikoku Umizuri Koen)
Fee: Free
Eligibility: Children under junior high school age.
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 671-7291 (*J)

Special guide by zookeepers will be offered. You get to feed some of the animals. Also enjoy the street performers!
Date&Time:
Sep20 (Sun)-Sep23 (Holiday); 9:30-16:00
Location: Kanazawa Zoo
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 783-9101 (*J)

This festival showcases the techniques of craftspersons and features booths demonstrating their skills and crafts, and more.
Date&Time: Oct.4 (Sun), 10:00-16:00
Location: Yokohama Gino Bunka Kaikan and Odori Koen (3 min walk from Kannai Stn on JR or Municipal Subway)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 671-4098 (*J)

After cleaning the beach, observe the creatures of the sea.
Date&Time:
Sep.19 (Sat), 10:00-11:30
Location: Nojima Beach at Nojima Park (Nojima Koen Stn on Seaside Line)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Telephone, fax, or e-mail and provide (E,N,T)
Inquiries and Applications (*J):
Tel: (045) 782-9169
Fax: (045) 701-9599
E-Mail: nojima@yokohama-youth.jp

An entire day full of different sports anyone can enjoy.
Date&Time: Oct.4 (Sun) 10:00-15:00
Location: Isogo Sports Center (4 min walk from JR Shinsugita Stn)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 671-5049 (*J)