Yokosuka Winter Illumination is now underway at Verny Park. Enjoy the lights through January 4, 2026. Lights are on from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM (hours may vary depending on other events).

Yokosuka City is holding the Yokosuka Winter Illumination at Verny Park, featuring champagne-gold lights that enhance the view of Yokosuka Port and the park’s warm orange-toned night scenery.

Come and enjoy a different side of Verny Park after dark.

Event Period

From Friday, October 31, 2025 to Sunday, January 4, 2026 (scheduled)

Lighting Hours

Lights on at 5:00 PM and off at 10:00 PM. Times may vary depending on other events.

Location

Verny Park (1-1 Shioiri-cho, Yokosuka)

Access

About a 1-minute walk from JR Yokosuka Station.
About a 5-minute walk from Keikyu Shioiri Station.

Related Information

Yokosuka Countdown 2026: Welcoming the New Year at Verny Park

https://www.guidoor.jp/yokosuka/new-and-now/yokosuka-countdown-2026/

Official Website

https://www.city.yokosuka.kanagawa.jp/2110/nagekomi/20251029_illumination.html

Contact

Culture, Sports and Tourism Department, Planning Division
Tel: 046-822-8427

Illuminated Areas

Planted strip (from the Shioiri side to Oguri Plaza), French-style garden and lawn area (around the gazebo and fountain), the gazebo, and the Hemi Wharf Gate (officially listed as the Hemi Gate Guardhouses【Japan Heritage】) are scheduled to be illuminated.

Nearby Attractions

Verny Park

A beautiful French-style waterfront park famous for its roses (best seen May-June), featuring a Western-style gazebo, fountain, and views of U.S. and Japanese naval bases.