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YOKOHAMA EXPO Y150
"Set Sail!"-Celebrating the150th
Anniversary of the Opening of
the Port of Yokohama
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In 1859, Yokohama opened its port to
Commodore Perry and his "Black Ships", ending
Japan's national isolation policy and making the city the
base for foreign trade in Japan. This year marks the 150th
anniversary of this event and to commemorate this
momentous occasion, the city of Yokohama is sponsoring
"EXPO Y150". This special
exposition will focus on
the history and attractions
of the city and will be
based on Yokohama's
three symbols - the sea,
city and nature.
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B. Bayside Area (Minato Mirai Shinko District)
Open : April 28 - September 27, 2009 |
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Located in the center of the futuristic Minato Mirai
district, the Bayside Area is the focal point for Y150
celebrations. There are many attractions based on the
theme of Yokohama as an historical and creative city
including performing arts, interactive exhibits, an art
park, restaurants, evening illumination and more. There
are three admission-charged venues in the centre of
the Minato Mirai District and four admission-free venues
located along the Red Brick Warehouse and Yamashita
Park. Enjoy Yokohama's beautiful port and interesting
blend of historic and futuristic buildings while touring
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H. Hillside Area (Adjacent to Yokohama Zoorashia)
Open : July 4 - September 27, 2009 (*Admission fee required) |
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The Hillside Area in Yokohama-no-Mori Park provides an
opportunity for visitors to experience the connections
between humans and our environment. Nestled within
Satoyama hills and fields, this green area includes both
the Midori and Asahi Wards, and has been brought to life
through the work of local citizens.
The site centers around Japan's
largest bamboo structure called
'Take no Unabara'.
Events include a
talk show, workshops, and interactive
performances. There is an
admission fee required for some attractions.
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| M. Mother Port Area Open : 2009 |
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In the areas around Yokohama
Station and the Yamashita-
Yamate neighbourhoods, the
Mother Port Area offers the best
of Yokohama's popular restaurants
and fashion shops. Events
are open year-round in 2009 with
the support of local businesses
and citizens' groups. Throughout the Y150 event, special
discounts are available to guests who show either a copy
of a Yokohama Tour Map or their Bayside admission ticket.
There is also the Yokohama Stamp Rally where visitors
discover the city by collecting 20 stamps around the
Mother Port Area. You may also use
the "Tanemaru Map" which includes
5 sample courses and must-see
spots. Maps are available at the
"Tanemaru Pot" and various other
places around the city.
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| Yokohama EXPO Y150 Area Map |
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| Admission-Free Venues |
4. Red Brick Plaza
6. Zo-no-Hana Site (Elephant's Trunk) (from June 2) |
5. Oosanbashi (Jetty) / Red Brick Site (Hall 1)
7. Yamashita Park Site |
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These venues are located along the Red Brick
Warehouse and Yamashita Park. First, enjoy the
world bazaar and "The Silk Road to Yokohama"
at the Red Brick site. Next, visit the 'Oosanbashi'
(Jetty) where the Yokohama FUNE project and
other citizen participation events will be held.
Lastly, at Yamashita Park, a side-wheel steamship
similar to Commodore Perry's flagship is
brought to life.
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Red Brick Warehouse |
Arrival of the black ships |
Event Image |
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| Admission-Charged Venues |
1. Y150 Hajimarinomori (Forest of Beginnings)
This area focuses on Y150 events
that symbolize the creative
aspects of Yokohama's future.
The main feature is "Eneos La
Machine" - a powerful street
theater performance by French
spectacle art group La Machine
featuring a gigantic mechanical spider, 12 meters tall!
Visitors to the ENEOS Energy Future Pavilion will learn about a number of
initiatives executed by Nippon Oil Corporation towards energy conservation
and environmental preservation.
Hungry event-goers
can sample a variety
of dishes at the
'Kurofune' (Black Ship)
Restaurant in an
atmosphere reminiscent of the days when Yokohama
first opened its port to the world.
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La Machine © David Mayo
Photo from previous event in Liverpool, England 2008 |
Kurofune (Black Ship) Restaurant |
2. Y150 Tomorrow Park
Step into this fun-filled
entertainment zone and
experience the future
for yourself! BATON, an
original animated sci-fi
fantasy film produced
by Shunji Iwai is a must
see at the Futuristic
Theater. At night, Earth
Balloon Home is
amazing with its giant
'earth balloon', 20
meters in diameter, floating high above the city.
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Futuristic Theater BATON |
Earth Balloon HOME |
3. NISSAN Y150 Dream Front & Super Hi-Vision Theater
Sponsored by Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. and based on the
theme, "Experience the future through the
imaginative eyes of a child", this interactive pavilion
allows children to learn
about technology and
the environment
through play. The Super
Hi-Vision Theater with its
unique 154 inch
high-definition screen,
and ultrahigh-definition
visuals with dimensional
sound, is a highlight.
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NISSAN Y150 Dream Front |
Super Hi-Vision Theater |
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| Meet "Tanemaru" - the official mascot of EXPO Y150 |
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Tanemaru represents the camphor tree that
has stood in the Yokohama Archives of
History's courtyard since 1859. This year,
Tanemaru "sets sail" into the future bringing
strength to Asia and the world.
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| Events Areas and Access |
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Event venues include the Bayside Area, Mother Port Area
and Hillside Area. Please refer to the map provided below
for easy access.
In order to avoid heavy traffic, it is recommended that
visitors use public transportation as extra parking is not
available at Y150 sites.
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| More information |
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A Grand Exposition for Yokohama's 150 year:http://event.yokohama150.org/en/
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Special Offer:
Free complimentary coupon book with your
purchase of "JR East Pass", "Japan Rail Pass" or
"Suica & N'EX", and exchange issued between
June 1, 2009 and August 31, 2009.
http://www.jreast.co.jp/e/yokohama/
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