GOODDAY YOKOSUKA / long-form guide
Uraga Port Repatriation Memorial - History
A memorable harbor view in Uraga Port Repatriation Memorial.
Uraga Port Repatriation Memorial is a distinctive sightseeing spot in Yokosuka, and this scene highlights its history. It is a rewarding stop for photography, casual sightseeing, and discovering another side of Yokosuka beyond the main tourist route. Whether you visit for a short stop or spend more time exploring the wider Hashirimizu / Kannonzaki / Uraga, it offers a photogenic and memorable glimpse of the city’s nature, culture, and waterfront atmosphere.
西浦賀の渡船場から川間方面に少し歩くと、通称陸軍桟橋と呼ばれるＬ字型の桟橋があります。太平洋戦争終了後、南方や中国大陸からの引き揚げ者約56万人が、懐かしい日本の地に第一歩を印したところです。