UPDATE, August 15: Due to the approaching typhoon Ampil, the events on Friday August 16 are cancelled. Saturday August 17 is expected to proceed as planned. Check the event website for updates.
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Head straight to Rinko Park in Yokohama’s Minatomirai area for this annual Bon Odori festival by the sea. Festivities begin at 4.30pm on Friday and 3pm on Saturday, with special stage performances scheduled for both days.
If you're feeling peckish, you’ll also find food trucks selling all kinds of festival grub from the area. Additionally, kids can partake in a variety of sporting games, including a basketball shooting game hosted by local basketball team Yokohama Excellence.