Good morning Yokohama!Wednesday - it's the middle of the week and we've got some great ways to enjoy it!Of course some good food options as well!Enjoy!

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• Mooneyes Burgers

• Sankeien Garden Park

• What Pool Is Open Right Now?

• Today's Sponsor - Dream Drive Campervans

• Photo of the Day

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Sankeien Garden Park

Sankeien is a spacious Japanese-style garden in southern Yokohama which exhibits a number of historic buildings from across Japan. There is a pond, small rivers, flowers and wonderful scrolling trails that make you think you are in Kyoto rather than Yokohama.In 1859, when the port at Yokohama was opened to foreign trade, the largest export from Japan was silk. By 1909, Japan was the world’s primary supplier of silk, serving markets such as the United States and Europe. Sankeien was built by Hara Sankei, a great entrepreneur with producing and trading silk in Yokohama. In the early 1900s, he used some of his wealth to start building a Japanese garden over the course of some 20 years a haven that he called Sankeien. Spanning about 175,000 square meters across three valleys along the coast, Sankeien comprises an Outer garden, open to the public since 1906, and an Inner garden, originally kept private for Sankei’s personal use. Seventeen historical structures relocated from Kyoto, Kamakura and elsewhere are harmonized with nature across the four seasons to present magnificent landscapes.Official Website (English) > https://www.sankeien.or.jp/en/Google Map > https://goo.gl/maps/JUQsQVv2z8adhMgu6

Mooneyes Burgers

Looking forward to a juicy American-style burger with sides and a drink to match?Look no further than the Mooneyes Cafe in Honmoku.Specializing in all things burgers, wherever you are from we are sure you'll find a match for your appetite.Some say it is the best burger place in town!All burgers are made in-house from scratch, starting with the individually weighed handmade patties.With a wide variety of menu options to choose from, you can eat it the old-fashioned way starting with a plain burger or have the famous Loco-Moco which serves the hot beef patty over steamed rice, topped with American gravy, Demi-Glace sauce or even Chili!After getting your fill, be sure to check the classic cars located at the front and in the back garage.It makes for a great lunch out!Instagram > https://www.instagram.com/mooneyesjp/Google Map > https://goo.gl/maps/r6MAmLNecspXBSfY6

What Pool Is Open Right Now?

Well, the weather is getting hot!But if you are like us, you've realized there are not a lot of pools open right now!Actually, all outdoor pools will only open in July, but here are two indoor options to keep you cool while waiting!1. Kanazawa "Linetsu" PoolWhile a little out of central Yokohama, we added this here because it is right next to Costco!Send Mum or Dad to do the shopping, and take the kids to the pool in the meantime.Enjoy the slide, wading pool, sauna and lap pool.Open all year round, this is a good option anytime!Official Website (Japanese) > https://yokohama-wp.com/kanazawaGoogle Map > https://goo.gl/maps/KExRR6F5YT8ugAY1A

2. Shimuzugaoka PoolA little closer to central Yokohama is this great pool.In the middle of a large park, you can use the indoor pool anytime of year.It has 3 pools, one for toddlers, and children and a lap pool.At just 200 yen / hr for kids, this is a great option for families!Official Website (Japanese) > https://ww.kanagawaparks.com/shimizugaoka/facility.htmlGoogle Map > https://goo.gl/maps/dVFJueCDusGEvkbo6

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 > https://goo.gl/maps/eKzTfmnLSq1BSwpe9Photo Credit > https://www.instagram.com/keinakat/

Have a great day!

“Inspiration does exist, but it must find you working.”Halfway through the week - let's make the most of it!

-The Hello Yokohama Team.PS. Feel free to share this link for your friends to sign up: https://helloyokohama.com