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• Night Zoo Now Open

• Blue Yokohama Coffee Lotus

• Pikachu Outbreak 2022

• Today's Sponsor - Dream Drive Campervans

• Photo of the Day

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Night Zoo Now Open

Three zoos in Yokohama City, Yokohama Zoo Zoorasia (Asahi Ward), Nogeyama Zoo (Nishi Ward) and Kanazawa Zoo (Kanazawa Ward) will extend their opening hours on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays in August.

Each zoo will extend its opening hours until 8:30 p.m. under the titles "Night Zoorasia," "Night Nogeyama," and "Night Kanazawa ZOO. These events will be held on Saturdays and Sundays in August, and on the 11th, which is Mountain Day and a national holiday, for a total of nine days. Visitors will be able to observe the animals after the sun goes down, and zookeepers will give guides to the animals in their charge, telling them stories unique to nighttime that are different from those told during the daytime. Zoorasia will also hold the "Zoorasia Night Market" at the same time, under the theme "Let's play and learn with animals in the tropical forest. The market will feature illumination inspired by an Asian tropical forest, a photo spot for commemorative photos, and a kitchen car offering Asian-style menus. At the weekly workshops, visitors can experience making goods using animal motifs and environmentally friendly materials under the theme of "Play and Learn. At the Nogeyama Zoo, illumination will be set up in the flowerbed at the entrance after sunset and the zoo will be lit up. At Kanazawa Zoo, an animal protection group will sell elephant-related goods on August 13 and 14 in honor of "World Elephant Day" on August 12. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to wildlife protection activities.

A Zoorasia representative said, "There will be many events to enjoy the zoo at night, including animals that are not usually seen at night, gourmet food that can only be enjoyed here, workshops, craft classes, and more. We hope you will visit the zoo."Zoorasia Google Map >  https://goo.gl/maps/y6NDr5h8bPKBxeEUANogeyama Zoological Gardens > https://goo.gl/maps/uijS2xacgb1EdbAW6Kanazawa Zoological Gardens > https://goo.gl/maps/XtV2uk8YbhyzMRJu9

Blue Yokohama Lotus Coffee

One of the most iconic coffee shops in Yokohama is Lotus Coffee known for its location at the iconic blue Yokohama wall.This is not just a good-looking spot though, the coffee and baguettes they serve here are second to none!Expect a strong espresso and variety of morning treats!The harbour and view of Akarenga a right out front and we recommend grabbing a table there!Bring your camera as this is one of the best spots to take that instagram snap!Google Map > https://goo.gl/maps/eTKxf66Mrz8pLhWbAInstagram > https://www.instagram.com/lotus_baguette/

Pikachu Outbreak 2022

Come summer 8/6-12, get ready for a flurry of adorable Pikachu in Yokohama! Expect to see lots of dancing pikachus in parades, on water, and also light shows with entertaining digital effects. The event puts up a display of spectacular digital effects.With over 2000 Pikachu mascots spread over the Minato Mirai Tokyu Square, Grand Mall Park, Yokohama Museum of Art, Queen’s Square, and the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, you'll fall in love with the electric rodent all over again. Similarly dotted all over the place will be numerous photo spots for you to snap a few commemorative pictures. For the largest event of the Pikachu festival, head to Rinko Park where up to 50 Pikachu will be dancing up a storm.Official Website (English) > https://en.japantravel.com/kanagawa/pikachu-outbreak/59307

Dream Drive - Building, selling, and renting campervans.

“Whenever I recall and share childhood stories from growing up in the UK and Australia, they almost always begin with a road trip. I had to ask myself “why? why do most of my most memorable childhood stories begin with a journey, and why have I not been making these memories here in Japan? While working in an office in Tokyo for about 10 years, I came to the realization that many Japanese are traveling and experiencing RV road trips abroad in the United States, Australia, Europe, etc. but not doing so in their own country. Japan is in my opinion one of, if not the best country for free-spirited road trip travel as the roads are safe and there are thousands of clean toilets and onsen all throughout the country. My dream with starting this company was to not only build great campervans but also help put Japan on the global map as a top road trip destination.”

JARED CAMPIONDream Drive Founder & CEO

We currently build and rent three campervan models – The small compact TOCHI, KAGO, and larger KUMA. Listed below you’ll be able find more details about each campervan type as well pricing to help you decide which size is right for you.

Visit our https://www.dreamdrive.life/ to see all options and start exploring Japan!

Photo of the Day

Location > Landmark TowerPhoto Credit > https://www.instagram.com/miyazaki_japan/Google Map > https://goo.gl/maps/iyERe49swe6Q3WcY9