The Mikasa battleship was designated a National Heritage Site in Japan.
The ship is one of the only remaining examples of a pre-dreadnought battleship worldwide.
Admiral Tōgō Heihachirō’s command bridge from the Battle of Tsushima is preserved on the ship's deck.
The park's musical fountain plays specific sequences throughout the day.
The ship was partially preserved in concrete after being decommissioned following the Washington Naval Treaty.
The park was selected as one of the 100 Best Urban Parks in Japan by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
Mikasa Park serves as the permanent home to the Mikasa, a pre-dreadnought battleship launched in 1902 and used as the flagship during the Russo-Japanese War. It is situated on the waterfront of Yokosuka, facing Tokyo Bay. The park features a central fountain area with synchronized musical water displays. Lush green spaces provide contrast to the industrial aesthetic of the neighboring US Navy base and port facilities. Memorial statues and commemorative plaques related to Admiral Tōgō Heihachirō are distributed throughout the grounds. The park functions as a memorial site and a public recreation area.
The bow of the Mikasa battleship viewed from the park’s main pathway.
Board the Mikasa battleship to explore the interior decks and historical exhibits.
Visit the nearby waterfront promenade for unobstructed views of the ships in Yokosuka Harbor.
Check the fountain schedule upon arrival to catch the synchronized water and music display.
Do not overlook the historical plaques and smaller monuments scattered away from the main ship exhibit.
Maintain a respectful demeanor as the park serves as a historical memorial site.
