Mikasa Park

Mikasa Park is a historical park in Inaoka-chō, Yokosuka, Japan. At its center stands a preserved warship from the Meiji era, surrounded by a peace arch, musical fountains, and lawns that offer views across Tokyo Bay.

The ship launched in 1902 and served as the flagship for Admiral Togo during the war between Russia and Japan. After a long period of neglect, it was restored in the 1960s and set up as a floating museum.

The name comes from Mount Mikasa in Nara, a site of religious importance celebrated in tanka poetry. Families and school groups use the green spaces for picnics, while joggers follow the paved pathways along the waterfront.

The park sits about a 15-minute walk from Yokosuka Chuo Station on the Keikyu Line. Visitors can enter the grounds freely, while the museum ship itself has limited opening hours and closes occasionally.

The admiral's personal quarters on board show surprisingly small rooms with plain wooden paneling. The deck offers a wide view across the bay where modern naval ships anchor alongside the old warship.

Location: Inaoka-chō

Part of: 100 Best Urban Parks in Japan, 100 Best Historical Parks in Japan

Website: https://kanagawaparks.com/verny-mikasa/mikasa

GPS coordinates: 35.28575,139.67414

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:28