Miura Peninsula, Coastal peninsula in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
The Miura Peninsula is a stretch of land in Kanagawa Prefecture that extends south from Yokohama between Tokyo Bay and Sagami Bay. Rocky cliffs alternate with sandy beaches, while the interior landscape shows gentle hills and narrow valleys.
The navy has used the harbor since the 19th century, when Japan modernized its fleet and established a base in Yokosuka. After World War II, the facility was expanded and now serves both Japanese and American ships.
Fishermen work in the early morning at harbor docks and sell their catches directly to small restaurants that prepare the fish the same day. Visitors watch as nets are mended and boats readied for the next trip out to sea.
Several train lines connect the towns of Yokosuka, Miura, Hayama, and Zushi to Tokyo, with journeys taking between one and two hours. Paths along the coast and to the lighthouses are suitable for walks but require sturdy footwear on uneven terrain.
At the eastern tip stands the Kannonzaki lighthouse, while Tsurugisaki in the southwest and Jogashima at the very south mark the other edges. All three were built in the 19th century and remain in operation.
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