Sarushima Island
This is the only natural island left in Tokyo Bay and is about 4 times the size of Yokohama Stadium. On the island, in the midst of the lush greenery, you can find brick tunnels and other remnants, making a visit here just like a small adventure.Suka Navi : Tel 046-822-8301
Get off at Yokosuka Chuo sta. on the Keihin Kyuko line
Kurihama Flower World
This park is renowned for its 1 million blooming poppies in Spring and cosmos in Autumn. It also has one of the leading herb gardens in the Tokyo area.Yokosuka City Parks Management Division:
Tel 046-822-8333
Get off at Kurihama sta. on the JR line or Kurihama sta. on the Keihin Kyuko line
Miura Kaigan coast
There is a smooth beach here more than 1km. long. You can swim and enjoy other marine sports. Particularly on the weekends, young people come to windsurf, making a colorful spectacle. Miura City Tourist Division:Tel 046-882-0588
Get off at Miurakaigan sta. on the Keihin Kyuko line
> Umibiraki (beaches opened)
http://www.miura-info.ne.jp/ (Japanese)
Hayama Shiosai Park and Museum
This park is part of the former Imperial Villa garden and has a traditional Japanese garden and teahouse. In the grounds, there is a museum displaying the late Emperor Showa's collection of specimens and marine life from Sagami Bay.Hayama Shiosai Museum: Tel 046-876-1155
Hayama Shiosai Park: Tel 046-876-1140
Get off at Zushi sta. on the JR line or Shin Zushi sta. on the Keihin Kyuko line and take the Keikyu bus to Isshiki Kaigan Shiosai Koen mae
http://www.town.hayama.lg.jp/5/5_6.html (Japanese)
The Museum of Modern Art, Hayama
The museum usually holds planned exhibitions where you can view modern art from Japan and around the world. There is also a restaurant overlooking the sea and an attractive garden with outdoor sculptures.Tel 046-875-2800
Get off at Zushi sta. on the JR line or Shin Zushi sta. on the Keihin Kyuko line and take the Keikyu bus to Sangaoka
http://www.moma.pref.kanagawa.jp/ (Japanese)
Aburatsubo and Keikyu Aburatsubo Marine Park
The Leisure Land and aquarium are located on the southwest tip of the Miura Peninsula. The tank called the “Doughnut Ocean” provides 360 degree views and is home to a three-meter long grey nurse shark. At the large indoor Fantasium marine theater, visitors can enjoy performances featuring popular sea creatures such as dolphins and sea lions.Miura City Tourist Division:Tel 046-882-1111
Keikyu Aburatsubo Marine Park: Tel 046-881-0152
Get off at Misakuguchi sta. on the Keihin Kyuko line and take the bus to Aburatsubo
http://www.miura-info.ne.jp/ (Japanese)
http://www.aburatsubo.co.jp/ (Japanese)
Mikasa Park and Memorial Flagship "Mikasa"
This park has been chosen as one of Japan's 100 Best Urban Parks. The theme of the park is "Water, Light and Sound". The battleship Mikasa, which was active in the Russo-Japanese War is preserved here as one of three great commemoration battleships in the world. Mikasa Park Management office: Tel 046-824-6291
Get off at Yokosuka Chuo sta. on the Keihin Kyuko line
Shonan Village (Shonan Village Center)
This is a hub for international exchange set in a location amidst green hills filled with history and culture. There is a view of Mt.Fuji rising up over Sagami Bay and the magnificent sight of 70,000 azaleas in the springtime. Shonan Kokusai Mura Center: Tel 046-855-1810
Get off at Zushi sta. on the JR line or Shin Zushi sta. on the Keihin Kyuko line and take the Keikyu bus to Shonan Kokusai Mura Center
> Shonan Village Festival 2008 : May 3 (Holiday) to May 5 (Holiday)
http://www.shonan-village.co.jp/ (Japanese)