Yokohama Living

Ikebana, or the Japanese style flower arrangement, has more than 600 years of history. It began as part of the Buddhist ritual and developed into a disciplined art form independent from its religious origin. It is distinguished from decorative flower arrangement for its philosophy, different styles and methods. In short, ikebana is [...]

It has been announced that Yokohama is going to host a new international women’s marathon. Annual sports events like this one are expected to generate tourism and other commercial revenue. So, it is good news not only for the sports fans but also for the local community. The first race will take [...]

Sleipnir, a browser developed by a Japanese software company based in Osaka a few years ago has been gaining popularity among the computer geeks for its high level of customization. Noticing rising demands not only from Japanese users but also from international users, the company, Fenrir, is reinforcing the international promotion of their service, [...]

A day could be spent in numerous ways. The key to make it fulfilling is starting early, especially in summer time. If you get up late in the morning, the sun is already up high and your mind will just focus on where to seek refuge from the heat all day. [...]

Summer has come. People gravitate toward cold and light food naturally. Soba, the thin noodles made from buckwheat flour, is one of the most popular summertime foods in Japan, and a prime choice for a quick meal. Here is how to prepare cold soba at home.
What to buy:

A package [...]

The picture here is not the construction site for the Olympic Games in Beijin. It’s in front of the north side of Shin-Yokohama station. I don’t know what they are building. A huge dumpster for scrap metal??

Shin-Yokohama has been turned into a more passenger-friendly station recently. Although it is used by [...]

”Yokohama G30” is the slogan for the action plans of waste reduction launched by the municipal government five years ago. You probably have seen “G30” or this mascot called “Mee-Oh” on the right somewhere at least once.
What it stands for;
G : the first letter from Gomi =(garbage, trash) and Genryo (=reduction in volume)
30 : [...]

Hikawa-maru, the 78 year-old passenger boat permanently moored at the edge of the Yamashita park is a familiar landmark of the waterfront area of the city. Due to the change of management, this floating museum was closed around the end of 2006 and underwent major renovation. Now reopened with pride as a ship once [...]

When you hear of “Yokohama,” many of you may immediately think of the port area, the modern buildings with a peaceful ocean-view in the background, lively Chinatown, or neighboring areas with many shops and restaurants. However, there are actually other interesting places in the suburbs, away from the water.By visiting those places, you will get [...]