Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
(Last entry at 5:00 PM)
Location: U.S. Navy Yokosuka Base
(Partial Opening to the Public)
Entry Gates: Mikasa Park Gate, Temporary Womble Gate (Entry only)
Access: The nearest station is Keikyu Yokosuka-Chuo Station.

In celebration of U.S.-Japan friendship, a portion of the U.S. Navy Yokosuka Base will be open to the public. The event will feature a variety of attractions, including live band performances, ship tours, and a kids’ area. Visitors can also enjoy authentic American cuisine such as steaks and pizza at the food court and American food stalls.

Additionally, the Yokosuka Kaikoku Fireworks Festival 2024 will take place on the same day, and fireworks can be viewed from inside the base. You’ll get a chance to experience the American atmosphere throughout the day.

Admission Fee
Entry to the venue is free. Carnival rides require ticket purchases, in addition to food and craft vendors with items available for purchase. Purchases must be made in yen, cash only (select facilities may also accept U.S. dollars).

Important Information

No prior registration is required for this event.

Please Note:

To enter the U.S. Navy Yokosuka Base, you must bring proof of nationality and a valid photo ID. Driver’s licenses alone will not be accepted for entry. If you do not bring the required identification, you will not be allowed to enter the base.

Additionally, for those who are neither Japanese nor American nationals, entry may be denied based on the nationality verification process conducted by the U.S. Navy Yokosuka Base. Please be aware of this in advance.

No registration required for DOD ID cardholders.
For local attendees, please visit event’s special website (Japanese only) for more information.

For Non-Japanese Nationality Guests:

Non-Japanese nationals must present a valid passport (with a valid landing permission stamp) or a resident card/special permanent residence certificate (both visa and expiration date must be valid).

Please note that after verifying your identification, non-Japanese and non-American nationals may still be denied entry due to U.S. Forces regulations.

For more details, please refer to the event’s special website (Japanese only) or check the U.S. Navy Yokosuka Base’s official website and X (formerly Twitter) for updates.

Main Events

• Live Band Performances
• Ship Tours (Details to be announced on the day)
• Kids’ Area
• American Food (Steak, pizza, and more)
• Yokosuka Kaikoku Fireworks Festival 2024 (17:55 – 18:30)

About the Ship Tours

Please note that your photo ID will be checked again before boarding the ship. Make sure to bring a valid photo ID to participate in the ship tour.

In previous years, there have been long lines for the ship tours, and boarding may take some time. Additionally, due to crowd levels, registration for the tours often ends around 1:00 PM.

The names of the ships available for the tour will not be announced until just before the event. We cannot respond to inquiries regarding the ship names in advance. The ship names will be announced on the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the U.S. Navy Yokosuka Base. Be sure to follow their account and stay tuned for updates!

Important Notes for Ship Tours

Venue Map & Event Schedule

information

Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
(Last entry at 5:00 PM)
Location: U.S. Navy Yokosuka Base
(Partial Opening to the Public)

Access

Entry Gates: Mikasa Park Gate or Temporary Womble Gate
Exit Gate: Mikasa Park Gate only

You can enter the event from either the Mikasa Park Gate or the Temporary Womble Gate (entry only). Please choose your preferred gate and join the designated queue for entry.

Please note that the gate opening times and the number of equipment set up for security checks are subject to change without notice depending on the event day’s situation.

Mikasa Park Gate

Opening Time: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
(Last entry at 5:00 PM)
Planned Setup: 10 ID check lines, 12 metal detectors

Temporary Womble Gate (Entry Only)

Opening Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Planned Setup: 6 ID check lines, 4 metal detectors

Please note that this gate is for entry only; all exits must be through the Mikasa Park Gate.

If the Temporary Womble Gate becomes crowded, the base may close the entry line earlier than planned. In that case, please use the Mikasa Park Gate for entry. Additionally, there are no restrooms available near the queue at the Temporary Womble Gate.

For more details, please visit the official website:
https://yokosuka-hanabi.com/friendship2024

Prohibited Items

Skateboards, bicycles, and similar items are not allowed inside the venue.
The use of drones is strictly prohibited both inside and around the event area.
Pets, including dogs, are not permitted on the base.

Service animals (such as guide dogs and hearing dogs) are allowed entry only if they are accompanied by another person, in addition to their handler. Please bring your certification or proof of the service animal’s status on the event day.

There will be no storage available for prohibited items at the venue. Additionally, there are no coin lockers nearby.

Prohibited Items List

• Carry-on luggage (including suitcases)
• Tents
• Telescopes
• Folding tables
• Large cameras or video cameras

Conditionally Allowed Items

• Coolers (must be small enough to carry in one hand and without wheels)
• Cameras and video cameras (only if small and portable)
• Mobility walkers (allowed only if medically necessary)

Allowed Items

• Strollers and baby carriages (Outdoor or camping carts are not allowed)
• Water bottles (non-alcoholic contents only)
• Folding chairs
• Tripods for cameras
• Cigarettes, e-cigarettes, lighters

Contact Information

Event Day Weather and Cancellation Inquiries:

For questions regarding the event status due to weather conditions on the day, please contact the Yokosuka City Call Center after 7:00 AM at 046-822-4000.

Organizer: U.S. Navy Yokosuka Base

Concurrent Event

Yokosuka Kaikoku Fireworks Festival 2024

Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024
Time: 5:55 PM – 6:30 PM (Cancelled in case of bad weather)
Viewing Locations: Umikaze Park, Mikasa Park, and other areas

For more details, please visit the Yokosuka Kaikoku Fireworks Festival 2024 special website:
https://yokosuka-hanabi.com