A curated guide to recommended events in Yokosuka City in February 2026. Discover the Yokosuka Coffee Festival, helicopter sightseeing tours from Uraga, the Tsukimidai and Taura Plum Grove Walk, and cultural events in Uwamachi Shopping Street.

February in Yokosuka City offers a variety of events that highlight local culture, scenery, and seasonal nature. From a coffee festival to aerial sightseeing tours, a walking event through historic tunnels and plum groves, and a month-long cultural initiative in a shopping district, visitors can choose experiences that match their interests. This article introduces selected events taking place in Yokosuka City in February 2026.

Yokosuka Coffee Festival

The YOKOSUKA COFFEE FESTIVAL will be held on Saturday, February 7, and Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Shiyakusho-mae Park in Yokosuka City. Launched in February 2024 under the slogan “Let’s drink coffee in Yokosuka,” the festival marks its third edition in 2026.

Coffee shops mainly from the Kanto region will participate. Admission is free, and visitors can enjoy coffee tasting through paid tasting tickets, as well as purchase individual cups and coffee beans from participating vendors.

Event date and time

Saturday, February 7, and Sunday, February 8, 2026
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Admission

Free

Venue

Shiyakusho-mae Park
9 Ogawa-cho, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Official website

https://passionate-yokosukacoffee.wordpress.com

Contact

yokosuka.coffee@gmail.com

Helicopter Sightseeing Tours

Helicopter sightseeing tours will be offered on Saturday, February 7, and Sunday, February 8, 2026, departing from and returning to the heliport at Uraga City Marina Velasis. Operations may be canceled in the event of adverse weather conditions.

Check-in is conducted at the second parking area of Uraga City Marina Velasis. Participants are requested to arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.

Operating hours

10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Approximately 15 flights per day, depending on the route.

Routes and fees

The Chiyogasaki Battery Ruins and Kannonzaki area course lasts approximately 10 minutes and costs JPY 44,000 per helicopter.
The Jogashima sightseeing course lasts approximately 15 minutes and costs JPY 66,000 per helicopter.
The Enoshima and Kamakura sightseeing course lasts approximately 30 minutes and costs JPY 132,000 per helicopter.

Prices are per helicopter. Each helicopter can carry up to three passengers, and the price is the same regardless of whether one, two, or three people are on board.

Reservations

AirX booking website (AIROS)
https://skyview.airos.jp/caravans/yokosuka
Same-day tickets may be available depending on availability.

Tsukimidai and Taura Plum Grove Walk

The Tsukimidai and Taura Plum Grove Walk will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026. This one-day walking event starts at Yokosuka-Chuo Station and leads participants through historic tunnels to the Tsukimidai Housing Area, then down Otazaka Slope toward Taura Ume no Sato, known for its plum trees.

The route includes slopes and stairs, offering a physically engaging experience. The Tsukimidai area currently hosts 44 shops, including eateries and variety stores, and also offers scenic views from its elevated location.

At the destination, visitors can enjoy the Taura Plum Grove Festival, featuring one of the city’s largest plum groves and views over Tokyo Bay.

Event date

Saturday, February 28, 2026
This is a one-day event and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.

Reception hours

Start reception: 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Goal reception: 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Participation

No advance registration is required, and participation is free of charge.

Event status information

From 7:00 a.m. on the event day, the Yokosuka City Call Center will provide information on whether the event will be held.
Phone: 046-822-4000
Service hours are 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. on weekdays and 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. on weekends and holidays.

Start and goal locations

Start and reception location: Y Deck Plaza beneath Yokosuka-Chuo Station
Goal reception location: Funakoshi 1-chome Park

Contact

Tourism Division, Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Yokosuka City
Phone: 046-822-9397
Office hours: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. on weekdays

Uwamachi Shopping Street Cultural and Arts Exchange 2026

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From Sunday, February 1, to Sunday, March 1, 2026, the Uwamachi Shopping Street Cultural and Arts Exchange 2026 will be held throughout the Uwamachi Shopping Street area.

This initiative features exhibits in local shops, including works by students of Toyoshima Elementary School and artists connected to Yokosuka, as well as cultural experiences where visitors can learn directly from local shop owners.

Event period

Sunday, February 1–Sunday, March 1, 2026

Venue

Uwamachi Shopping Street area

Opening reception

An opening reception will be held at Uwamachi Plaza on Sunday, February 1.

Official website

https://www.instagram.com/uwamachi_happy

Contact

Yokosuka Uwamachi Shopping Street Cultural and Arts Exchange Executive Committee
Phone: 046-876-9272