T.O.P, former member of K-pop group BIGBANG, will hold a solo fan meeting on June 9th at Pia Arena MM in Yokohama, Japan. The event, with a capacity of approximately 10,000 seats, will be free for Japanese official paid membership holders.
Yokohama's Northern Sludge Recycling Center in Tsurumi Ward is quietly storing over 10 tons of soil and sludge from decontamination efforts following the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident, with citizens largely unaware of the ongoing storage.
Brighton & Hove Albion won their second HKFC Standard Chartered Soccer Sevens title in three years, defeating Yokohama F Marinos 2-0 in a dominant final. Goals from Tyler Silsby and Jesse Middleton secured the victory.
Yokohama defeated Urawa Gakuin 13-3 in the final of the Spring Kanto High School Baseball Tournament, securing their 7th title and first in 22 years. Pitcher Tetsusaburo Kobayashi, who started both the semi-final and final, expressed his determination to become the team's ace for the summer.
Yokohama Zoo's Zoorasia is now publicly displaying a baby red-shanked douc langur, nicknamed "Mee." Born in January, the critically endangered primate is gaining popularity for its charming appearance and behavior, with its name derived from the Vietnamese word for "beautiful."
Yokohama defeated Yamanashi Gakuin 4-2 in the Spring Kanto Tournament semifinals at ZOZO Marine Stadium, advancing to the finals. Coach Murata reflected on the team's performance, particularly the pitching and hitting in key moments.
A multi-vehicle collision involving eight cars occurred on Nakahara Kaido in Yokohama's Asahi Ward on May 21st around 12:20 PM. Five individuals were transported to the hospital with minor injuries. The driver of one car fled the scene and is being sought by police.
Yokohama's Kishado promenade now showcases exposed railway relics, including sleepers and gravel, previously hidden beneath decking. The city installed transparent acrylic panels to permanently display these historical remnants following public demand after recent maintenance work.
Beth Potter secured second place in Yokohama for the second year running, finishing just two seconds behind winner Tilda Mansson. Alex Yee returned to men's triathlon, finishing fifth. Four British women achieved top-15 finishes.
