Tateishi Park

LINK:  Golden Hour at Tateishi Park: Mt. Fuji Meets the Sea | Yokosuka, Japan

Tateishi Park in Yokosuka, Kanagawa, is a hidden gem offering one of Japan’s most breathtaking sunset views. With the majestic silhouette of Mt. Fuji rising in the distance, this coastal park transforms into a mesmerizing scene as the sun dips below the horizon. Whether you’re a photography enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking for a peaceful retreat by the sea, Tateishi Park promises an unforgettable experience. Discover why this picturesque spot has long been cherished for its stunning blend of natural beauty and serenity.

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Enjoy an enchanting view of the shoreline and Mount Fuji in the distance from Tateishi Park. This scene is so breathtaking, in fact, that it has been depicted in traditional Ukiyo-e art. Among them, “Soshu Miura Akiya no Sato” (Akiya Village in Kanagawa’s Miura Peninsula) by Ukiyo-e artist Hiroshige Ando (1797–1858) is especially famous.

Unusual Park for Traffic Safety

LINK:  横須賀市根岸交通公園

There is an interesting park/public space in Yokosuka City called "Negishi Traffic Park" (根岸交通公園).  It opened in July 1966, as a neighborhood park, and is located just a few minutes' walk from Keihin Kyuko Railways Kita-Kurihama Station.  Thereafter, in June 1971, in response to a Yokosuka City Traffic Safety City Declaration, a "Traffic Park" section was established in June 1971, with the aim of "developing traffic knowledge and traffic morals through healthy play for children and preventing traffic accidents".  

It features small roads, traffic signs, and signals, similar to urban areas, allowing children to ride bicycles and learn traffic rules in a real-world setting.  Of interest, children's bicycles, tricycles, go-carts, BMX bikes, etc., are available for rentals -- free of charge.  

There are 74 cherry trees planted within the park, and it therefore becomes a bustling place for cherry blossom viewers (花見, Hana-mi) during the blooming season in spring -- and there is a locally famous Cherry Blossom festival held in the park during springtime.  

Additionally, there is an Autumn Festival, where a variety of events, including a flea market (one of Yokosuka's largest), food stalls, an earthquake experience vehicle, a Halloween costume contest, and performances on stage, etc.