{"id":4266,"date":"2025-02-17T11:25:07","date_gmt":"2025-02-17T02:25:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/?post_type=news&#038;p=4266"},"modified":"2025-02-17T11:25:07","modified_gmt":"2025-02-17T02:25:07","slug":"battleship-mikasa-anime-games-history-yokosuka","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/new-and-now\/battleship-mikasa-anime-games-history-yokosuka\/","title":{"rendered":"Battleship Mikasa: A Historic Warship Living on Through Anime and Games"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>At the entrance to Tokyo Bay lies the port city of Yokosuka, home to one of its most iconic landmarks: Battleship Mikasa, preserved at Mikasa Park. Once a warship that carried Japan\u2019s fate through fierce battles, it now stands as the world&#8217;s oldest surviving steel battleship, preserving its historical significance for future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, Mikasa has gained new recognition through popular games like Kantai Collection (KanColle), Azur Lane, and World of Warships, as well as anime and manga such as Arpeggio of Blue Steel. These works have introduced the legendary battleship to a new generation of fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Feel the sea breeze of Yokosuka as history and entertainment come together in this unique destination. Let Battleship Mikasa\u2019s story captivate you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fyokosukatraveljapan%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0zCksKfvtLKUQa9P65LDtE6ELJ5YMmUvaibGaLiFUrE83fWr3KwwBBoYQ3Dfkk1pSl&#038;width=500&#038;show_text=false&#038;appId=225842232857713&#038;height=773\" width=\"500\" height=\"773\" style=\"border:none;overflow:hidden\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\">\n<iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yO6EL4cYrGg?si=J4QDj_aGPCTIipQJ\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; \n    encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\n<\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Battleship Mikasa? The Legacy of the World\u2019s Oldest Steel Warship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356abef&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356abef\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mikasa_summer_ship.png\" alt=\"The battleship Mikasa on display at Mikasa Memorial Park in Yokosuka, set against a clear blue sky with its iconic structure preserved for visitors.\" class=\"wp-image-3809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mikasa_summer_ship.png 960w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mikasa_summer_ship-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mikasa_summer_ship-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Battleship Mikasa was built in 1902 in the United Kingdom as the fourth and final ship of the Shikishima-class battleships for the Imperial Japanese Navy. Other ships in this class included Shikishima, Asahi, and Hatsuse. The name Mikasa follows the Imperial Japanese Navy\u2019s tradition of naming warships after historically significant locations in Japan, in this case, Mount Mikasa (Kasugayama) in Nara, a sacred mountain with deep cultural significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On September 26, 1898, the Japanese government placed an order for Mikasa with Vickers &amp; Co. in the UK. The keel was laid down on January 24, 1899, and the ship was launched on November 8, 1900. After outfitting and final construction work, Mikasa was completed and officially handed over to the Japanese Navy on March 1, 1902.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the Russo-Japanese War (1904\u20131905), Mikasa served as the flagship of Admiral Togo Heihachiro, leading the Combined Fleet to a decisive victory against the Baltic Fleet in one of the most significant naval battles in history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Mikasa stands alongside HMS Victory (UK) and USS Constitution (USA) as one of the &#8220;Three Great Memorial Warships&#8221; of the world. It is also the oldest surviving steel battleship, a rare and invaluable relic that preserves Japan\u2019s rich naval history and technological achievements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356b242&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356b242\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mikasa_summer_ship_upclose.png\" alt=\"A view of the elegant and historically preserved interior of the battleship Mikasa, showcasing its wooden details and classic naval design.\" 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1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Battleship Mikasa &#8211; Specifications &amp; Armament<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Main Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26ab\ufe0e Displacement: 15,140 tons (standard)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Length: 131.7 meters (432 feet)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Beam: 23.2 meters (76 feet)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Draft: 8.3 meters (27 feet)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Power Output: 15,000 horsepower<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Speed: 18 knots (approx. 21 mph \/ 33 km\/h)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Range: 7,000 nautical miles at 10 knots (approx. 13,000 km \/ 8,050 miles)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Crew: 860<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356b7e6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356b7e6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-main-cannon-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A powerful perspective shot from the main cannon of the battleship Mikasa, emphasizing its imposing size and historical significance.\" class=\"wp-image-1221\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-main-cannon-1024x683.jpg 1024w, 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\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356bd07&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356bd07\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-Inside-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A view of the elegant and historically preserved interior of the battleship Mikasa, showcasing its wooden details and classic naval design.\" class=\"wp-image-1219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-Inside-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-Inside-300x200.jpg 300w, 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12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Main Armament<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26ab\ufe0e 30.5 cm (12-inch) Main Guns: 40-caliber twin-mounted turrets \u00d7 2 (total: 4 guns)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e 15.2 cm (6-inch) Secondary Guns: 40-caliber single-mounted guns \u00d7 14<br>\u26ab\ufe0e 7.6 cm (3-inch) Anti-Torpedo Boat Guns: 40-caliber single-mounted guns \u00d7 20<br>\u26ab\ufe0e 47mm Guns (1.85-inch): 16<br>\u26ab\ufe0e 45 cm (17.7-inch) Torpedo Tubes: 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Armor: KC Steel (Krupp Armor)<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26ab\ufe0e Belt Armor: 228.6 mm \u2013 101.6 mm (9 inches \u2013 4 inches)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Deck Armor: 76.2 mm \u2013 50.8 mm (3 inches \u2013 2 inches)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Turret Armor: 355.6 mm \u2013 203.2 mm (14 inches \u2013 8 inches)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Casemate Armor: 152.4 mm \u2013 50.8 mm (6 inches \u2013 2 inches)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kinenkan-mikasa.or.jp\/en\/index.html\">Mikasa Memorial Ship<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Battleship Mikasa in Turbulent Times: From the Russo-Japanese War to a Memorial Ship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Russo-Japanese War and Mikasa: Togo Heihachiro\u2019s Flagship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356c4f6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356c4f6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1010\" height=\"768\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Mikasa-Bridge-Painting-by-Tojo-Shotaro.png\" alt=\"Painting 'The Bridge of Mikasa' by Tojo Shotaro, depicting Admiral Togo Heihachiro and crew on the bridge of the battleship Mikasa during the Russo-Japanese War.\" class=\"wp-image-4271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Mikasa-Bridge-Painting-by-Tojo-Shotaro.png 1010w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Mikasa-Bridge-Painting-by-Tojo-Shotaro-300x228.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Mikasa-Bridge-Painting-by-Tojo-Shotaro-768x584.png 768w\" 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noopener\">Tojo Shotaro<\/a>, Admiral Togo Heihachiro stands fourth from the right, centrally positioned with a saber and binoculars. The flag in the upper left corner is the Z flag. \/ Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Battleship Mikasa cemented its place in history during the Russo-Japanese War (1904\u20131905). At the time, tensions between Japan and the Russian Empire had escalated over control of Korea and Manchuria, ultimately leading to war.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the conflict, Admiral Togo Heihachiro commanded the Combined Fleet from Mikasa as his flagship, securing a historic victory. His leadership was especially pivotal in the Battle of Tsushima on May 27, 1905, where his strategic decisions altered the course of the war.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before the battle, Admiral Togo sent a message to the Imperial General Headquarters:<br>&#8220;The enemy fleet has been sighted. The Combined Fleet will immediately set sail and engage to destroy them. Today, the weather is clear, but the waves are high.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To rally his fleet, he raised the Z flag, signaling:<br>&#8220;The fate of the Empire rests on this battle. Every man shall do his utmost duty.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Togo then executed the Togo Turn, a bold maneuver where the fleet performed a sweeping turn in front of the approaching Russian Baltic Fleet. This tactic allowed the Japanese fleet to encircle and overwhelm the enemy, securing a decisive victory. The maneuver became legendary in naval warfare history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This victory not only made Admiral Togo a national hero, but also cemented Mikasa\u2019s place as one of the most significant warships in Japan\u2019s naval history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, war comes at great cost. Remembering these battles and their sacrifices reminds us of the importance of learning from history and striving for peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preserving Mikasa: A Historic Battleship Passed Down Through Generations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356ca75&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356ca75\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-exterior-view-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The signboard of the Battleship Mikasa Memorial and the stairway leading to the ship, located in Mikasa Park, Yokosuka.\" class=\"wp-image-1222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-exterior-view-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-exterior-view-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-exterior-view-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-exterior-view-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-exterior-view-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-exterior-view-scaled.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Battleship Mikasa played a crucial role in Japan\u2019s victory during the Russo-Japanese War, its journey after the war was far from smooth. Following World War I, Mikasa was disarmed and temporarily removed from the naval register, raising questions about its future. However, thanks to dedicated preservation efforts, it was officially designated as a memorial ship in Yokosuka in 1926.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure its survival, the aging ship underwent extensive repairs, with great effort made to restore it as closely as possible to its original state. Over the years, Mikasa has faced numerous challenges, including the chaos of post-World War II and repeated restoration work due to aging. Despite these difficulties, it has been carefully maintained, allowing today\u2019s visitors to experience its rich history firsthand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356cf4e&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356cf4e\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/battleship_mikasa_and_togo_statue-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"The battleship Mikasa and the statue of Admiral Togo Heihachiro at Mikasa Park in Yokosuka, symbolizing Japan's naval history and legacy.\" class=\"wp-image-4313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/battleship_mikasa_and_togo_statue-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/battleship_mikasa_and_togo_statue-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/battleship_mikasa_and_togo_statue-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/battleship_mikasa_and_togo_statue.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Mikasa is preserved in Mikasa Park and open to the public. Inside the ship, visitors can explore numerous exhibits and historical artifacts that vividly recreate life aboard during its service. Walking through the ship, one can truly feel the weight of history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the deck, visitors can take in a breathtaking view of Yokosuka Port, where history and scenic beauty blend seamlessly. More than just a relic of the past, Mikasa serves as a powerful symbol of peace, reminding future generations of the importance of learning from history.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The World\u2019s Three Great Memorial Warships: Their Historical Significance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356d60a&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356d60a\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"The USS Constitution, a historic wooden frigate with three masts and 44 guns, firing a salute while docked at Boston National Historical Park.\" class=\"wp-image-4312\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, 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\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Mikasa<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356e0b2&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356e0b2\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"612\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship-1024x612.jpg\" alt=\"The HMS Victory, a historic 104-gun first-rate ship of the Royal Navy, preserved in dry dock at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, known for its role as Admiral Nelson's flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar.\" class=\"wp-image-4311\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship-1024x612.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship-300x179.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship-768x459.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">HMS Victory<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Battleship Mikasa is recognized as one of the &#8220;World\u2019s Three Great Memorial Warships&#8221;, alongside HMS Victory (United Kingdom) and USS Constitution (United States). Each of these ships played a pivotal role in their respective nations&#8217; histories and remains a cherished and carefully preserved symbol of their naval legacies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Are These the World\u2019s Three Great Memorial Warships?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These ships are considered the &#8220;Three Great Memorial Warships&#8221; because they each played a decisive role in a historically significant naval battle, shaping the course of their respective nations&#8217; histories. Their impact extended far beyond the battles they fought, influencing geopolitical outcomes and military strategies for generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, their long-term preservation as museum ships has allowed countless visitors to connect with history firsthand. More than just relics of the past, these ships stand as living witnesses to history, carrying powerful messages of remembrance and peace for future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The World\u2019s Oldest Surviving Steel Battleship: Mikasa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356e5a5&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356e5a5\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"A view of the bow of the battleship Mikasa, showcasing its imposing structure and detailed design as seen from the front.\" class=\"wp-image-1223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-2048x1371.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/battleship-mikasa-scaled.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the key reasons Mikasa is highly regarded worldwide is that it is the world\u2019s oldest surviving steel battleship. Many battleships built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries were lost to wars or scrapped over time. However, Mikasa has miraculously survived two world wars and periods of devastation, standing as a living testament to early naval engineering and history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mikasa, USS Constitution, and HMS Victory: The Stories Behind These Icons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">USS Constitution (United States)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356e8e8&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356e8e8\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"The USS Constitution, a historic wooden frigate with three masts and 44 guns, firing a salute while docked at Boston National Historical Park.\" class=\"wp-image-4312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides-2048x1463.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/uss_constitution_old_ironsides.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\uff08<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:USS_Constitution_fires_a_17-gun_salute.jpg\">U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Matthew R. Fairchild\/Released) 140704-N-OG138-866<\/a>, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>USS Constitution is a wooden-hulled frigate of the United States Navy, equipped with three masts and 44 guns. It played a crucial role in the American Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, earning the legendary nickname &#8220;Old Ironsides&#8221; after enemy cannonballs were said to have bounced off its sturdy hull.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, USS Constitution is the world\u2019s oldest commissioned warship still afloat, serving as a powerful symbol of the U.S. Navy. It is permanently docked at Boston National Historical Park, within the historic Charlestown Navy Yard, where it continues to be a celebrated piece of American naval history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Location: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/iRfwSUCPofkmcbbj6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boston, Massachusetts, USA \u2013 Boston National Historical Park<\/a><br>\ud83d\udd17 Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/ussconstitutionmuseum.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USS Constitution Museum<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HMS Victory (United Kingdom)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356ec41&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356ec41\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"612\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship-1024x612.jpg\" alt=\"The HMS Victory, a historic 104-gun first-rate ship of the Royal Navy, preserved in dry dock at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, known for its role as Admiral Nelson's flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar.\" class=\"wp-image-4311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship-1024x612.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship-300x179.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship-768x459.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hms_victory_royal_navy_flagship.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\uff08<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:HMSVictoryPortsmouthEngland.jpg\">Cimosteve<\/a>, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>HMS Victory is a first-rate ship of the line armed with 104 guns and is best known as the flagship of Admiral Horatio Nelson during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Nelson&#8217;s victory in this battle remains one of the most celebrated moments in British naval history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, HMS Victory is the world\u2019s only surviving ship of the line and is preserved in dry dock at the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. It continues to serve as the flagship of the First Sea Lord, holding an honorary role in the Royal Navy while standing as a proud symbol of Britain\u2019s naval legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Location: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/rQVWvJandiBZnenu5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Portsmouth, England \u2013 Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, National Museum of the Royal Navy<\/a><br>\ud83d\udd17 Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nmrn.org.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Museum of the Royal Navy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Battleship Mikasa in the Virtual World: Its Role in Games &amp; Anime<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356f1d1&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356f1d1\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/world_of_warships_azur_lane_yokosuka_event.png\" alt=\"Promotional image for the Yokosuka collaboration event featuring World of Warships and Azur Lane, showcasing Mikasa, Nagato, and Mutsu in a cherry blossom setting.\" class=\"wp-image-4310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/world_of_warships_azur_lane_yokosuka_event.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/world_of_warships_azur_lane_yokosuka_event-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/world_of_warships_azur_lane_yokosuka_event-768x461.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>(Image from the Yokosuka collaboration event featuring World of Warships and Azur Lane. The tall character in the center with a smile represents Mikasa. To her left is Nagato, and to her right is Mutsu. Nagato and Mutsu were sister ships of the Nagato-class battleships, both constructed at the Yokosuka Naval Arsenal. In-game, Mikasa is portrayed with a dignified and commanding presence.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">\u00a92017 Manjuu Co.,Ltd. &amp; Yongshi Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved.<br>\u00a92017 Yostar, Inc. All Rights Reserved.<br>\u00a9Wargaming.net<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Battleship Mikasa is not only valued for its historical significance but has also found new life in the virtual world of games and anime. These modern adaptations allow fans to explore Mikasa\u2019s legacy from a fresh perspective, bringing its story to a new generation of enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">World of Warships: Commanding the Mighty Guns of Steel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\">\n<iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YBjY4HG0ZRE?si=fK0x7J8E12PfDpOK\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; \n    encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\n<\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>(&#8220;Mikasa and Aurora \u2013 Invincible Ships of Tsushima, Living Witnesses of the Battle of Tsushima&#8221; \/ YouTube World of Warships: Legends)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The online naval strategy game World of Warships allows players to battle using warships from various nations. In the game, Mikasa appears as a Tier 2 premium battleship in the Japanese tech tree. Players can take command of Mikasa\u2019s powerful guns and thick armor, leading it into intense naval battles across vast seas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A key feature appreciated by history enthusiasts is Mikasa\u2019s authentic color scheme, faithfully recreating its black hull and white superstructure from the time of its commissioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Azur Lane: The Dignity and Beauty of Mikasa in a New Form<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\">\n<iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HkLuroLjv5Q?si=5FpAE2xG0HbeygVy\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; \n    encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\n<\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>(&#8220;Learning About the World\u2019s Warships with Mikasa-senpai&#8221; #1 \u2013 Battleship Mikasa \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@azurlane_staff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube Azur Lane<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the popular mobile game Azur Lane, which personifies warships as characters, Mikasa is depicted as a dignified and elegant older woman. Her composed and commanding presence echoes her real-life role as a flagship, earning her the affectionate nickname &#8220;Mikasa-senpai&#8221; among players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mikasa is more than just a powerful battleship\u2014she is a beloved character, taking part in event stories and memorable interactions with other shipgirls. Some in-game events are inspired by real-life historical episodes, offering players an engaging way to learn about her legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kantai Collection: The Legendary &#8220;Kanmusu&#8221;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\">\n<iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ABZN292gvRo?si=CaGlucoDlMILpTUN\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; \n    encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\n<\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The browser and mobile game Kantai Collection (KanColle) features warships as personified characters, known as &#8220;Kanmusu&#8221; (shipgirls). Though Mikasa has yet to be introduced in the main game, she remains a beloved figure among fans, often honored with titles such as &#8216;The Legendary Kanmusu,&#8217; &#8216;Admiral Mikasa,&#8217; and &#8216;Mikasa-dono.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mikasa was built by Vickers in Barrow-in-Furness, UK\u2014the same shipyard that produced Kong\u014d, the oldest battleship in KanColle. This connection makes her a kind of &#8220;older sister&#8221; to Kong\u014d, a detail that fascinates many fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yokosuka has hosted multiple collaboration events with KanColle over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356f88a&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356f88a\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"444\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/kancolle_zuiun_festival_yokosuka.jpg\" alt=\"Promotional image for the 'KanColle Chinjufu 3rd Zuiun Festival: Extra Operation' in Yokosuka, featuring an illustrated character and event branding.\" class=\"wp-image-4309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/kancolle_zuiun_festival_yokosuka.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/kancolle_zuiun_festival_yokosuka-300x175.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>(Image: &#8220;KanColle&#8221; Naval Base 3rd &#8216;Zuiun&#8217; Festival [Expanded Operations] &#8211; Event has ended.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KanColle and the Yokosuka Naval District<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Yokosuka Naval District was one of the key bases of the Imperial Japanese Navy. A &#8220;Chinjufu&#8221; (\u93ae\u5b88\u5e9c, Naval District Headquarters) was an administrative and military command center established at strategic naval ports, responsible for logistics, fleet support, and regional defense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Kantai Collection (KanColle), the Naval District serves as the player&#8217;s base, functioning as the homeport and daily living space for the shipgirls (Kanmusu). In the game\u2019s system, each server represents a different naval district, reflecting historical locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even today, several historical sites from the era of the Yokosuka Naval District remain intact. One notable site is the former Yokosuka Naval District Commandant\u2019s Residence, a rare surviving structure from the late Meiji period that blends Western and Japanese architectural styles. Though usually closed to the public, it is occasionally opened for special events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Location: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/kUd1ty9KH6fEm63d7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">90 Tado-dai, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan<\/a><br>\ud83d\udee1 Current Management: Yokosuka District Headquarters, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arpeggio of Blue Steel: The Story Hidden in a Decayed Hull<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f5356fdea&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f5356fdea\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"744\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/arpeggio_yokosuka_collaboration_event.jpg\" alt=\"Promotional image for the Yokosuka collaboration event featuring characters from the anime 'Arpeggio of Blue Steel\" class=\"wp-image-4308\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/arpeggio_yokosuka_collaboration_event.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/arpeggio_yokosuka_collaboration_event-300x223.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/arpeggio_yokosuka_collaboration_event-768x571.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>(Image: Collaboration event between Arpeggio of Blue Steel and Yokosuka. The event has ended.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set in a near-future world, Arpeggio of Blue Steel is a sci-fi naval warfare anime depicting the conflict between humanity and the mysterious Fleet of Fog. In an original twist exclusive to the anime, a decayed and submerged Memorial Ship Mikasa appears in the ruins of old Yokosuka City, long abandoned beneath the rising sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once a symbol of glory and naval might, Mikasa now lies in silent ruin, serving as a powerful narrative device that plays a key role in later developments. As a relic of the past, its presence adds depth and melancholy to the story. For many viewers, this anime was their first introduction to Battleship Mikasa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\">\n<iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vA2QOujuc_0?si=YK-9lfxJ15dKpt4I\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; \n    encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\n<\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Battleship Mikasa in Other Media: From Tokusatsu to Manga<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond World of Warships and Azur Lane, Mikasa has appeared in a variety of other works. You might be surprised to find her in some unexpected places!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Himitsu Sentai Gorenger (1976): The Battleship That Soared Through the Sky!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\">\n<iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ds1Cf_kqFHk?si=LOgTH2qrdjQROZax\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; \n    encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\n<\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>(Himitsu Sentai Gorenger \u2013 Episode 01 [Official] \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TTYO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Toei Tokusatsu YouTube Official<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Episode 36 of the legendary tokusatsu hero series Himitsu Sentai Gorenger, Mikasa is hijacked and modified into a flying battleship by the villainous Black Cross Army! What makes this episode even more special is that it was actually filmed on the real Battleship Mikasa, making it a must-watch for tokusatsu fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even today, the practical effects and action sequences remain visually impressive, highlighting how Mikasa was already widely recognized at the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choudenji Machine Voltes V (1977): A Symbol of Hope for a New Future<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\">\n<iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1hicChDeHxs?si=lyfS8LyScbWauIcc\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; \n    encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\n<\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>(Choudenji Machine Voltes V \u2013 Episode 01 [Official] \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@toei_theater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Toei Theater Online on YouTube<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the classic mecha anime Choudenji Machine Voltes V, a key scene features the main characters calling for donations to help restore the damaged Battleship Mikasa after an intense battle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This moment serves as a testament to how Mikasa was deeply cherished by the people even back then. The scene also symbolizes both the tragedies of war and the universal hope for peace and reconstruction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Soukai no Seiki \/ The Azure Century Chronicles (2005\u20132018): Mikasa\u2019s Adventures in Manga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f535704f6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f535704f6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"772\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_battleship_historic_photo.jpg\" alt=\"A historic black-and-white photograph of the battleship Mikasa during its active service, showcasing its iconic structure and dual smokestacks.\" class=\"wp-image-4307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_battleship_historic_photo.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_battleship_historic_photo-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_battleship_historic_photo-1024x618.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_battleship_historic_photo-768x463.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Japanese_battleship_Mikasa.jpg\">See page for author<\/a>, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the alternate-history naval warfare manga Soukai no Seiki (The Azure Century Chronicles), Mikasa takes on an entirely new role after the Battle of Tsushima. In this fictional universe, the Kaientai, a naval organization founded by Sakamoto Ry\u014dma (who was never assassinated in this timeline), acquires Mikasa as part of its fleet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After being sunk in an explosion at Sasebo, Mikasa undergoes an extensive modernization and refit, outfitted with cutting-edge technology. 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The park follows the theme of &#8220;Water, Light, and Sound,&#8221; with dynamic fountains that move in sync with music and an impressive water cascade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When visiting Mikasa, be sure to explore the park\u2014you\u2019ll see ships gliding across Tokyo Bay and may even spot Sarushima Island in the distance. It\u2019s the perfect place to experience both history and beautiful coastal scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get to Mikasa: By Train, Bus, or Car<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>By Train<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26ab\ufe0e Keiky\u016b Line: About 15 minutes on foot from Yokosuka-Chuo Station (East Exit). Just walk toward the sea, and you\u2019ll reach Mikasa Park without trouble.<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Yokosuka Line: About 25 minutes on foot from Yokosuka Station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">By Bus<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26ab\ufe0e From Yokosuka-Chuo Station, take the Mikasa Loop Bus and get off at &#8220;Mikasa Park&#8221; bus stop\u2014Mikasa will be right in front of you.<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Other routes: Get off at &#8220;\u014ctakich\u014d&#8221; bus stop, then walk about 7 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">By Car<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If coming by car via the Yokohama-Yokosuka Road, take the Yokosuka Interchange exit, then follow Prefectural Route 28 (formerly Honmachi-Yamanaka Toll Road) until it ends. Turn left at Mikasa Park Entrance on National Route 16.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26ab\ufe0e Mikasa Parking Lot (Paid)<br>\u26ab\ufe0e Mikasa Park Parking Lot (Paid)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d52109.80576177401!2d139.63436853164885!3d35.28453580000002!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x6018400b92528b0f%3A0x5f4e4fc77c4aeef0!2sMikasa%20Historic%20Memorial%20Warship!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sjp!4v1737528771034!5m2!1sen!2sjp\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>Address: 82-19 Inaokacho, Yokosuka, Kanagawa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Memorial Ship Mikasa: Hours, Fees, and Visitor Info<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact<br><\/strong>\ud83d\udcde Phone Number: +81-46-822-5225 (Mikasa Preservation Society)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u23f0 Opening Hours<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>April \u2013 October: 8:00 AM \u2013 9:00 PM<br>November \u2013 March: 9:00 AM \u2013 8:00 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf9f Guided Tour Hours<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>9:00 AM \u2013 5:30 PM<br>March &amp; October: 9:00 AM \u2013 5:00 PM<br>November \u2013 February: 9:00 AM \u2013 4:30 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc Closed: December 28 \u2013 December 31<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcb2 Admission Fees<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Adults: \u00a5600<br>Seniors (65+): \u00a5500<br>High School Students: \u00a5300<br>Children (Middle School &amp; Under): Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Inside, visitors can explore historical exhibits, including artifacts from the Russo-Japanese War, restored interiors, and interactive displays detailing Mikasa\u2019s legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore More in Yokosuka: Must-See Spots for Anime &amp; Game Fans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yokosuka has many exciting attractions beyond Battleship Mikasa. For anime and game fans, here are some must-visit locations that will make your trip even more enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shenmue Series: The Legendary Game Set in Yokosuka<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f535719fb&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f535719fb\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"404\" height=\"570\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-id=\"4305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/shenmue_sacred_spot_guide_map_cover.png\" alt=\"Cover image of the Shenmue Sacred Spot Guide Map featuring Ryo Hazuki and key characters, set against a stylized Yokosuka backdrop.\" class=\"wp-image-4305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/shenmue_sacred_spot_guide_map_cover.png 404w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/shenmue_sacred_spot_guide_map_cover-213x300.png 213w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 404px) 100vw, 404px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f53571e91&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f53571e91\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-id=\"1046\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dobuita_Street.jpg\" alt=\"A daytime view of Dobuita Street in Yokosuka, showcasing colorful storefronts, shops, and pedestrians enjoying the vibrant shopping area.\" class=\"wp-image-1046\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dobuita_Street.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dobuita_Street-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dobuita_Street-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Shenmue series, developed by SEGA, is a legendary action-adventure game that faithfully recreates the streets of 1980s Yokosuka. Many fans make a &#8220;pilgrimage&#8221; to Yokosuka to visit the real-world locations from the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key locations, such as Ryo Hazuki&#8217;s home and the harbor where he worked, are faithfully recreated, letting players step into the world of Shenmue in real life. With the 2022 anime adaptation, Shenmue has gained renewed attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dobuita Street, one of the most iconic locations in Shenmue, still retains the nostalgic atmosphere of 1980s Yokosuka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\">\n<iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LVYoIwTD3bI?si=ZfLJBsdvcBndrORi\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; \n    encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\n<\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2022, Yu Suzuki, the creator of Shenmue, visited Dobuita Street to commemorate the &#8220;Shenmue \u00d7 Yokosuka Anime Adaptation Project.&#8221; Check out the documentary on YouTube (IGN JAPAN, 2022).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cocoyoko.net\/docs\/shenmue_yokosuka_map2024_EN.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shenmue_yokosuka_map2024_EN-1.png\" alt=\"Promotional map for Shenmue's collaboration in Yokosuka, showcasing iconic locations from the game and their real-world counterparts, alongside character artwork and tourism information.\" class=\"wp-image-4273\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shenmue_yokosuka_map2024_EN-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shenmue_yokosuka_map2024_EN-1-300x142.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shenmue_yokosuka_map2024_EN-1-768x364.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Shenmue Yokosuka Map: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cocoyoko.net\/docs\/shenmue_yokosuka_map2024_EN.pdf\">Download the Map (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dobuita Street<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f53572677&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f53572677\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/dobuita-street-shops-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Shops and retro-style storefronts on Dobuita Street in Yokosuka, featuring vibrant murals, unique clothing stores, and an American cultural vibe.\" class=\"wp-image-1228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/dobuita-street-shops-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/dobuita-street-shops-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/dobuita-street-shops-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/dobuita-street-shops.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Dobuita Street is a vibrant shopping district where Japanese and American cultures come together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along the street, you&#8217;ll find military surplus stores, souvenir shops selling sukajan (embroidered bomber jackets), and a range of restaurants and bars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With many one-shot bars, even first-time visitors can easily enjoy Yokosuka\u2019s nightlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Address: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/F27E5YgKMj8kkvYb9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2-7 Honcho, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan<\/a><br>\ud83d\udd17 More Details: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/places\/740\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guidoor \u2013 Dobuita Street<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>High School Fleet \u2013 An Anime Set in the JMSDF Yokosuka Base<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\">\n<iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aHiCuc6VM6I?si=ZqZuIL3BFYYfYZoS\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; \n    encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\n<\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The anime High School Fleet (Hai-Furi) follows a group of high school girls as they train to become officers in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set in the JMSDF Yokosuka Base, the series showcases many scenes of Yokosuka\u2019s bustling port and scenic cityscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For fans, Yokosuka has become a must-visit pilgrimage site, offering an immersive way to experience the world of High School Fleet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">YOKOSUKA Naval Port Tour: A Cruise Through the Historic Harbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f53572dd6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a08f53572dd6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"848\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/yokosuka_naval_port_cruise.jpeg\" alt=\"A naval cruise boat in Yokosuka Naval Port, with Japanese naval ships and coastal scenery in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-4301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/yokosuka_naval_port_cruise.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/yokosuka_naval_port_cruise-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/yokosuka_naval_port_cruise-1024x678.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/yokosuka_naval_port_cruise-768x509.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The YOKOSUKA Naval Port Tour is Japan\u2019s only cruise where visitors can get up-close views of both U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) vessels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This tour takes you around Yokosuka Port and Nagaura Port, offering a rare chance to see Japanese and American warships from the water. You\u2019ll also pass by the historic harbor where Battleship Mikasa was once stationed, offering a unique experience for history and naval enthusiasts alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Address: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Jx9kbqeqbEWxFx2BA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Coaska Bayside Stores, 2-1-12 Honcho, Yokosuka, Kanagawa<\/a><br>\ud83d\udd17 More Details: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/places\/723\">Guidoor \u2013 YOKOSUKA Naval Port Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verny Park: A Scenic Spot with a Naval Legacy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/en\/places\/731\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1079\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/verny-park-rose-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Verny Park in Yokosuka featuring vibrant red roses and a view of docked naval ships against a bright blue sky.\" class=\"wp-image-4188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/verny-park-rose-edited-scaled.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/verny-park-rose-edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/verny-park-rose-edited-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/verny-park-rose-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/verny-park-rose-edited-1536x1151.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/verny-park-rose-edited-2048x1535.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Verny Park, inspired by French-style gardens, is a picturesque and historically rich park offering stunning waterfront views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From here, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the U.S. Navy and JMSDF bases across the bay, making it an ideal spot to see impressive docked warships up close. The boardwalk provides a close-up view of the ships, while the park itself features <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/en\/spots\/179\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a historic naval gun from Battleship Mutsu<\/a>, a must-see for naval history fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the park is home to several naval-related monuments, offering a place to reflect on the maritime history of Yokosuka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Address: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/w2tBC3P7g6LFoQGh7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Verny Park, Yokosuka, Kanagawa<\/a><br>\ud83d\udd17 More Details: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/en\/places\/731\">Guidoor \u2013 Verny Park<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a08f53573600&quot;}\" 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fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"337\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/vernay_park_mutsu_main_gun-1024x337.png\" alt=\"The main gun of the battleship Mutsu displayed in Verny Park, Yokosuka, alongside a breech block and waterfront views.\" class=\"wp-image-4304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/vernay_park_mutsu_main_gun-1024x337.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/vernay_park_mutsu_main_gun-300x99.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/vernay_park_mutsu_main_gun-768x253.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/vernay_park_mutsu_main_gun.png 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Works Set in or Related to Yokosuka<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in anime and manga set in Yokosuka or featuring its landscapes, here are some notable works. By exploring these works before visiting Yokosuka, you may find yourself enjoying the city\u2019s scenery even more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u25c7 Slow Loop<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A relaxing anime about high school girls enjoying fishing. The beautiful landscapes of Yokosuka appear throughout the series.<br>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/slowloop_tv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X (Official)<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Slow_Loop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikipedia (English)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u25c7 Tamayura<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Directed by Junichi Sato, this anime tells the heartwarming story of a high school girl who loves photography and her friends. Some parts of the story take place in Yokosuka.<br>\ud83d\udd17<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tamayura.info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Official website\u00a0(Japanese)<\/a> |   <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tamayura\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikipedia (English)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u25c7 Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A manga by Hitoshi Ashinano, later adapted into an anime. Set in a peaceful post-apocalyptic future, the story features scenic views of the Yokosuka area.<br>\ud83d\udd17<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Yokohama_Kaidashi_Kik%C5%8D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikipedia (English)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u25c7 B\u30fbB<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A boxing manga by Osamu Ishiwata. It follows a high school student known as &#8220;Yokosuka&#8217;s No.1 Trumpet Player,&#8221; who gradually discovers his passion for boxing.<br>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/ja.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/B%E3%83%BBB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikipedia (Japanese)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u25c7 Kabu no Isaki<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Another manga by Hitoshi Ashinano, just like <em>Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou<\/em>. It features locations in Yokosuka and the Miura Peninsula.<br>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/ja.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%E3%82%AB%E3%83%96%E3%81%AE%E3%82%A4%E3%82%B5%E3%82%AD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikipedia (Japanese)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u25c7 Strike Witches<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A multimedia franchise created by Fumikane Shimada and Projekt Kagonish. The setting changes throughout the series, but some installments feature Yokosuka as a key location.<br>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Strike_Witches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Official Site (Japanese)<\/a> | <a href=\"http:\/\/w-witch.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikipedia (English)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u25c7 Sky Girls<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A mecha-themed multimedia project set in a futuristic Yokosuka Base. Like Strike Witches, the characters were also designed by Fumikane Shimada.<br>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sky_Girls\">Wikipedia (English)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experience Mikasa\u2019s Story in Yokosuka: Where History Meets Entertainment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Battleship Mikasa is more than just a historical relic from the Russo-Japanese War\u2014it is a cultural icon that continues to inspire modern entertainment. Whether you\u2019ve commanded it in a game or seen its powerful presence in an anime, these experiences may have sparked your interest in history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visiting the real-life Mikasa, preserved in Yokosuka\u2019s Mikasa Park, allows you to relive that excitement in a tangible way. Seeing its majestic form up close offers a sense of scale and impact that no screen can replicate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond Mikasa, Yokosuka is home to many locations featured in anime and games, including Shenmue and High School Fleet. Exploring these spots alongside your visit to Mikasa creates a unique journey that blends history and entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Yokosuka, history and pop culture come together in a truly immersive experience. Step into history, relive the legacy, and let Yokosuka inspire your next adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discover More in Yokosuka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yokosuka\u2019s Culinary Delights<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/see-and-do\/?cat=dining\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yokosuka_travel_guide_dining.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yokosuka_travel_guide_dining.png 1440w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yokosuka_travel_guide_dining-300x75.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yokosuka_travel_guide_dining-1024x256.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yokosuka_travel_guide_dining-768x192.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yokosuka_travel_guide_dining-1536x384.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/en\/places\/3934\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_terminal_sarushima_visitor_center-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Exterior view of MIKASA Terminal and Sarushima Visitor Center in Yokosuka, featuring modern architecture with ticketing, dining, and exhibition facilities.\" class=\"wp-image-4296\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_terminal_sarushima_visitor_center-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_terminal_sarushima_visitor_center-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_terminal_sarushima_visitor_center-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mikasa_terminal_sarushima_visitor_center.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MIKASA TERMINAL \/ SARUSHIMA VISITOR CENTER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>MIKASA Terminal is the hub for Yokosuka and Sarushima Island sightseeing. It features a ticket terminal, waiting area, light dining, a tourist information center, and historical exhibits about Sarushima Island and the Second Sea Fortress. Relax before your departure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/en\/places\/722\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/\u733f\u5cf6BBQ-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-211\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/\u733f\u5cf6BBQ-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/\u733f\u5cf6BBQ-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/\u733f\u5cf6BBQ-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/\u733f\u5cf6BBQ-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/\u733f\u5cf6BBQ-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/\u733f\u5cf6BBQ-scaled.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sarushima Island<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tokyo Bay&#8217;s only natural uninhabited island, Sarushima offers a unique escape just a 10-minute ferry ride from Mikasa Pier. Explore historic fortress ruins, enjoy outdoor activities like fishing and barbecue, or simply relax and take in stunning bay views.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/en\/places\/3373\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umikaze_park_bmx_rider-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A BMX rider at Umikaze Park's BMX Park, featuring ramps and graffiti-covered skateboarding bowls near the ocean in Yokosuka.\" class=\"wp-image-4299\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umikaze_park_bmx_rider-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umikaze_park_bmx_rider-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umikaze_park_bmx_rider-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umikaze_park_bmx_rider.jpg 853w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Umikaze Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Umikaze Park offers a spacious lawn with stunning views of Sarushima Island. Enjoy barbecues, skateboarding, 3&#215;3 basketball, mountain biking, and wall tennis. The park also features a BMX Park with competition-grade facilities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/en\/places\/3376\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umibe_fishing_park-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A scenic view of Umibe Fishing Park with a 500-meter boardwalk for fishing, green spaces, and a backdrop of Sarushima Island and the Boso Peninsula.\" class=\"wp-image-4300\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umibe_fishing_park-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umibe_fishing_park-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umibe_fishing_park-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umibe_fishing_park-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umibe_fishing_park-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/wp_re\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/umibe_fishing_park-scaled.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Umibe Fishing Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Umibe Fishing Park is a popular spot where you can enjoy fishing with views of Sarushima Island and the Boso Peninsula. The 500-meter-long boardwalk offers year-round fishing opportunities, and the grassy areas make it a great place for families to relax. Usage is free, but please contact in advance for group activities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":4314,"template":"","news_cat":[2],"class_list":["post-4266","news","type-news","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","news_cat-cat_news","en-US"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Battleship Mikasa: History, Anime, and Games in Yokosuka<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover Battleship Mikasa, the world\u2019s oldest surviving steel warship, preserved in Yokosuka. 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