Things to Do in Yokosuka (横須賀市), Kanagawa: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Yokosuka (横須賀市) in Kanagawa Prefecture (Kanto, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Ryūhon Ji (0.4 km), Ryōchō In (0.4 km), Chōgen Ji (0.9 km) and served by Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km) via the regional hub at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station. Set at 9 m elevation (35.2814°N, 139.6722°E), Yokosuka offers travelers a base for sampling regional Yokohama Chinatown steamed buns & shumai, Yokohama Iekei tonkotsu-shoyu ramen, Shonan shirasu (whitebait bowls) cuisine and exploring neighboring Hayama (葉山町) (6.6 km), Zushi (逗子市) (8.1 km), Kamakura (鎌倉市) (11.7 km), Miura (三浦市) (15.5 km).

Yokosuka is the 11th-most populous city in the Greater Tokyo Area, and the 12th in the Kantō region. The city is home to United States Fleet Activities Yokosuka. Yokosuka occupies most of Miura Peninsula, and is bordered by the mouth of Tokyo Bay to the east and Sagami Bay on the Pacific Ocean on the west. Aside from the economic impact of its various military facilities, Yokosuka is also an industrial city, with factories operated by Nissan Motors and its affiliated subsidiaries employing thousands of local residents. The Mikasa, flagship of Admiral Togo at the Battle of Tsushima, built in Britain by Vickers, is preserved on dry land at Yokosuka. Within Kanagawa Prefecture, Yokosuka (横須賀市) serves as a core city in Kanagawa Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1907-02-15) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Yokohama Minato Mirai & Chinatown, ancient temples and Great Buddha of Kamakura, Enoshima Island, Odawara Castle, and Hakone hot springs overlooking Mt. Fuji.

What to See & Do in Yokosuka (横須賀市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Yokosuka (横須賀市) from Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km) at 9 m elevation (35.2814°N, 139.6722°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Yokosuka):

• Ryūhon Ji (0.4 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Yokosuka (横須賀市).
• Ryōchō In (0.4 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Yokosuka (横須賀市).
• Chōgen Ji (0.9 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Yokosuka (横須賀市).
• Shōtoku Ji (1.1 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Yokosuka (横須賀市).
• Verny Seaside Park — local sightseeing landmark near Yokosuka (横須賀市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Yokosuka: Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km) (connecting to Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Yokosuka

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Yokosuka (横須賀市) and Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Kanagawa Prefecture and Kanto:

• Hayama (葉山町) — 6.6 km from Yokosuka (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Zushi (逗子市) — 8.1 km from Yokosuka (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Kamakura (鎌倉市) — 11.7 km from Yokosuka (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Miura (三浦市) — 15.5 km from Yokosuka (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Futtsu (富津市) — 17 km from Yokosuka (Chiba Prefecture)

Getting to Yokosuka & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Yokosuka (横須賀市) via Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km): 25–30m from Tokyo Station to Yokohama or Kawasaki on JR lines; 35m to Odawara on the Tokaido Shinkansen; 55m to Kamakura on the JR Yokosuka Line. From Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station, transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km) to reach central Yokosuka (35.2814°N, 139.6722°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Yokohama with Yokosuka (横須賀市) and neighboring Hayama, Zushi, Kamakura. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Yokosuka, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Yokosuka and continuing toward Hayama can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Yokosuka: While Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km) anchors public transit for Yokosuka, picking up a rental car at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station makes it easy to link Ryūhon Ji (0.4 km) and Ryōchō In (0.4 km) with nearby Hayama (葉山町) (6.6 km), Zushi (逗子市) (8.1 km), Kamakura (鎌倉市) (11.7 km), Miura (三浦市) (15.5 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Yokosuka (横須賀市) & Kanagawa

Dining near Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km) and across Yokosuka (横須賀市) highlights the regional food culture of Kanagawa Prefecture and Kanto. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Yokosuka:

• Local specialty & terroir of Yokosuka (横須賀市): nashi pear orchards and seasonal fruit farming alongside centuries-old ceramic kiln traditions (yakimono) and artisan pottery.
• Yokohama Chinatown steamed buns & shumai — regional specialty enjoyed across Yokosuka (横須賀市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Yokohama Iekei tonkotsu-shoyu ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Yokosuka (横須賀市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Shonan shirasu (whitebait bowls) — regional specialty enjoyed across Yokosuka (横須賀市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Odawara kamaboko fish cakes — regional specialty enjoyed across Yokosuka (横須賀市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Yokosuka Kaigun curry — regional specialty enjoyed across Yokosuka (横須賀市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.

If you are dining in Yokosuka (横須賀市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km).

Where to Stay in Yokosuka (横須賀市)

Visitors staying overnight in Yokosuka (横須賀市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km), or base at major rail hubs in Yokohama (Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station) or neighboring Hayama, Zushi, Kamakura for quick train access into Yokosuka. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Yokosuka & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Yokosuka (横須賀市, 9 m elevation at 35.2814°N, 139.6722°E): Late March–April for cherry blossoms in Kamakura & Yokohama Sankeien; June for Kamakura hydrangeas; October–December for crisp Mt. Fuji views from Hakone & Enoshima.

Wider sightseeing across Kanagawa Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Ryūhon Ji (0.4 km) in Yokosuka (横須賀市) includes: Yokohama Minato Mirai & Chinatown, ancient temples and Great Buddha of Kamakura, Enoshima Island, Odawara Castle, and Hakone hot springs overlooking Mt. Fuji.

Practical Travel Tips for Yokosuka (横須賀市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Yokosuka: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station or Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km) for local bus schedules to Ryūhon Ji (0.4 km) and walking maps of Yokosuka (横須賀市).
• Cash & ATMs in Yokosuka: Convenience stores and major hotels around Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Ryūhon Ji (0.4 km) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Yokosuka accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Yokosuka: Around Yokosuka Station (横須賀駅) (1.6 km) and neighboring Hayama, Zushi, Kamakura, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.