Shonan News

July 4 (Sat): Talk Questioning the Meaning of Movie Theaters

【7月4日（土）】“映画館の意味“を問うトーク

A talk event titled “Memory, Place, and Cinema—The Form Called Cinekoya” will be held on July 4 (Saturday). The representative of Cinekoya in Kugenuma Kaigan will join the discussion to consider what a movie theater is; it runs from 14:00 to 16:30 with doors opening at 13:30 at 391THEATRE (Fujisawa Meiten Building 6F). Admission is 1,500 yen and includes a drink and light snack; advance registration is required via the QR code and limited to the first 20 applicants.

July 5 (Sun) 4th Yokosuka Bread Festival

【7月5日（日）】第4回よこすかパンまつり

About 10 popular bakeries from Yokosuka will gather for a must-visit event for bread lovers. The event runs from 11:00 to 14:00, but items may sell out so early arrival is recommended; admission tickets will be distributed at the main entrance from 10:00 and near the venue after 10:30. The event takes place at Ichigo Yokosuka Port Market indoor stage, and inquiries can be made to the management office at 046 (823) 1015.

July 7 (Tue)–12 (Sun): Michi-no-Eki "Shonan Chigasaki" Anniversary Festival

【7⽉7⽇（火）～12日（日）】道の駅「湘南ちがさき」周年祭

To celebrate its 1st anniversary, Michi-no-Eki “Shonan Chigasaki” will hold events including a hula dance show on July 7, a vegetable all-you-can-pack event, and tasting sessions. Commemorative tickets will be distributed to the first 300 customers who spend ¥1,000 or more (tax included). Check the facility website for event times; location is Michi-no-Eki “Shonan Chigasaki” and inquiries by phone at 0467-33-6360.

Special Commemorative Lectures on Japan Heritage on July 10, 16, and 21

【7月10日（金）、16日（木）、21日（火）】日本遺産特別記念講演会

The Kamakura Guide Association will hold special commemorative lectures titled “Kamakura Buddhist Sculptors and Kamakura Carving” on July 10, “Japan Heritage Walked by Lafcadio Hearn” on July 16, and “Writers Who Loved Kamakura” on July 21. Attendance is limited to the first 70 people; time is to be confirmed on the HP, and the venue is Kamakura City Welfare Center 2F. The fee is 800 yen payable at reception on the day, and inquiries can be made by phone at ☎︎0467(24)6548.

July 11 (Saturday): 2026 Kurihama Perry Festival

【7月11日（土）】2026久里浜ペリー祭

The town will be lively for a full day on July 11. From 10:00 to 20:00 daytime events include the Yokosuka Open Port Bazaar, a memorial ceremony for Admiral Perry’s landing, and Bon Odori dancing, followed by about 7,000 fireworks lighting the night sky from 19:30; the event will be canceled in case of severe weather. The venues are Perry Park and Kurihama shopping street Haro-doori among others, and inquiries can be made to the Kurihama Tourism Association office at 046（834）1111.

Chamber Music Concert at Jochiji on Saturday, July 11

【7月11日（土）】浄智寺で聴く室内楽演奏会

A complete performance of Mozart’s string quintets, commemorating the 270th anniversary of his birth, will be held at Jochiji. There are two sessions: Part 1 at 11:00 and Part 2 at 14:00; admission is free, seating is unreserved, and reservations are required. Visitors should note a temple admission fee of 300 yen applies. To reserve, use the provided QR code or the link listed in the announcement.

July 12 (Sun) Oppama Festival 2026

【7月12日（日）】おっぱままつり2026

Oppama Ginza Street will become a pedestrian zone on July 12, with a lineup of diverse dances including Awa Odori and hip hop, plus energetic performances such as fancy drill. The event runs from 11:00 to 18:00, will proceed in light rain but be canceled in severe weather, and takes place along the entire Oppama Ginza Street; the Rio Carnival will not perform and telephoto lenses are prohibited for privacy. For inquiries call 046 (822) 4000 Oppama Administrative Center.

Kameoka Hachiman Shrine Annual Festival on July 15 and 16

【7月15日（水）・16日（木）】亀岡八幡宮例大祭

On July 15 an ohayashi music float will appear, and on July 16 after the Shinto ritual a Kara-hafu curved gable, lacquered Edo-style portable shrine will parade through six shopping streets in Zushi City. A festival fair will also be held and the event will be lively. Location: centered on Kameoka Hachiman Shrine and the six shopping streets of Zushi; inquiries: ☎︎046（871）4869 Kameoka Hachiman Shrine.

July 16 (Thursday) Umibe no FARMERS MARKET

【7月16日（木）】うみべのFARMERS MARKET

Local freshly harvested vegetables will be on sale, and food trucks will offer collaborative menu items made with those vegetables that can be eaten on site. The event runs from 10:00 to 14:00, will be canceled in case of rain, and takes place at Fujisawa Station North Exit San Palette Plaza; next event is on 11/19. For inquiries call 0466（23）1680, same office.

July 17 (Fri)–24 (Fri): "Location Town Yokosuka" Exhibition

【７月17日（金）～24日（金）】「ロケのまち　よこすか」展示会

The Yokosuka City Tourism Association is displaying special panels, scripts, and props from productions it helped attract, including “明日はもっと、いい日になる” and “喧嘩独学,” with autographs from admired actors. The exhibition runs 10:00–22:00, except on the 24th when it closes at 15:00, at Yokosuka More’s City 8th floor event space “Sampatio.” For inquiries, contact Yokosuka City Tourism Association at 046（822）8256.

Special Exhibition "Drifting Seaweed" (July 18–September 27)

【7月18日（土）～9月27日（日）】特別展示　流れ藻

An exhibition exploring the relationships between drifting seaweed and marine creatures will run July 18 (Sat) to September 27 (Sun) at the Kannonzaki Nature Museum, open 9:00–17:00 with last entry at 16:30. Original illustrations from Noriko Narahiro’s picture book “Nagaremono Tabi” are on display simultaneously. The museum is open daily in July and August; admission is 600 yen for adults and 400 yen for elementary and junior high students. For inquiries call 046(841)1533.

July 19 (Sun) Summer Concert ’26

【7月19日（日）】サマー・コンサート’26

On July 19, 2026, the Yokosuka Arts Theater Boys and Girls Choir, consisting of 100 members, will perform uplifting songs such as “Anpanman’s March” and “Inochi no Uta” with clear, pure voices. The concert starts at 15:00 with doors opening at 14:30 at Yokosuka Bayside Pocket; S-seat adult tickets are 1,800 yen, preschool children are not admitted, and inquiries can be made by calling 046 (823) 9999, Yokosuka Arts Theater Telephone Reservation Center.

July 25 (Sat) Southern Beach Festa 2026

【7月25日（土）】サザンビーチフェスタ2026

On July 25, 2026, Southern Beach Festa will run from 16:00 to 20:30 at Southern Beach Chigasaki, offering a magical beach atmosphere with events such as a street piano, a future “hand” exhibition, bamboo lantern making, lighting of the shoreline and Eboshi Rock, and candle art. The event is free to enter, though workshops are paid; it will be canceled in case of severe weather.

Sunflowers in Bloom at Soleil Hill from Late July to Late September

【7月下旬～9月下旬】ソレイユの丘　ひまわり開花！

About 100,000 sunflowers will be in bloom at Nagai Uminote Park Soleil Hill from late July to late September. The Flower Garden, which spreads out immediately inside the park entrance, is especially spectacular, offering a striking combination of blue sky, Sagami Bay, and sunflowers. Hours are 9:00 to 18:00, with seasonal variations, admission is free, and inquiries can be made to 046（857）2500.

June 6 (Sat) Kainan Shrine Yakumo Festival

【6月6日（土）】海南神社 八雲祭

The Yakumo Festival, an early-summer tradition of Misaki, will be held to pray for the end of epidemics and for good health, continuing an ancient shrine ritual. Events begin at 10:00 with the mikoshi being raised and carried through the town, and the mikoshi is scheduled to return to the shrine around 22:00 at Kainan Shrine, Misaki Shitamachi 7; inquiries: ☎046（881）3038 Kainan Shrine.

June 6 (Sat)–July 12 (Sun): Kurihama Hana no Kuni Blue Flower Festival

【6月6日（土）～7月12日（日）】くりはま花の国 青い花まつり

From June 6 to July 12, Kurihama Hana no Kuni will host the Blue Flower Festival where hydrangeas, agapanthus, lavender, and other blue-toned flowers bloom vividly along a roughly 1.2 km slope up to the summit, creating a special blue world for the season. The event runs 10:00 to 16:00 (Mondays from 13:00), is open daily during the period, and admission is free; inquiries to the management office at ☎046（833）8282.

June 6 (Sat) Open House at Port and Airport Research Institute

【6⽉6⽇（土）】港と空の研究所 一般公開

The Port and Airport Research Institute will hold a special open house on June 6, with hours from 10:00 to 15:00 and reception starting at 9:45. Visitors can observe tsunami behavior, try a drone simulator, and learn about the latest technologies related to ports and airports through hands-on experiences. Admission is free; inquiries by email to pari-koukai@p.mpat.go.jp. More information is available at https://www.pari.go.jp/event/open/2026/index.html.

June 13 (Sat) Luther Yose (Variety Show)

【6月13日（土）】ルーテル寄席

An amateur rakugo performance will be held at the church on June 13, aimed at first-timers and children; no reservation required and there will be a shamisen hands-on experience. Time is 14:00–16:30 with doors opening at 13:30, location is Kugenuma Megumi Lutheran Church, admission is 500 yen for adults and free for elementary school children or younger when accompanied by a guardian; contact via the official LINE account.

June 19 (Fri): Food Education Lecture

【6月19日（金）】食育講演会

A lecture titled “Food education is for adults! Ultra-simple meal methods to keep daily health” will introduce new knowledge about diet and nutrition for middle-aged and older adults. The event is on 6/19 from 14:00 to 16:00 at Fujisawa City Health Center, 3F Large Conference Room, free for up to 100 people who live, study, or work in Fujisawa City; registration deadline is 6/11 and video distribution will also be available. For inquiries call 0466（50）8430.

Kirara Festival Kamakura, June 19–21

【6月19日（金）～21日（日）】きららフェスティバル 鎌倉

From June 19 (Friday) to June 21 (Sunday), the Kirara Festival will be held at Kirara Kamakura (Kamakura Lifelong Learning Center) featuring performances and presentations by groups active at the learning center, including music, dance, chorus, and readings, as well as sale of works. On June 19 at 10:00 there will be a paid screening of director Ozu Yasujiro’s Tokyo Twilight. Event hours are 10:00–16:00 (until 15:00 on the 21st), admission is free, and inquiries can be made to the center at 0467-25-2030.