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Creating the charm of the Horiwari River

Last Updated November 11, 2024

 The Horiwari River was completed in 1874 as a canal connecting Yokohama Port and Negishi Bay, and was utilized along with the development of Isogo Ward, and 150 years have passed since 2024.
 In Isogo Ward, together with the Executive Committee for the Promotion of Attractiveness of the Horiwari River and the residents of the city, we are working to ensure that Isogo residents can enjoy the Horiwari River, one of the most valuable waterfronts in Isogo Ward.

Events for FY2024

[Event hosted by Isogo Ward Office]
 Experience the Horiwari River and convey the charm you have found. 
 ・We have created a pamphlet that conveys the history of the Horiwari River. August 1, 2024
 Thank you for participating in the Horiwari River Cruise on Saturday, October 12, 2024.
 ・Negishi Bay Cruise March 2025 (planned) Applications are scheduled to be accepted around February.
 
[Event hosted by the Horiwari River Attractiveness Creation Executive Committee]
 "It's a familiar river, but I wasn't very conscious! People who say, "You can enjoy the charm of the Horiwari River.
 Day of Horiwari River Sunday, September 8, 2024  Thank you very much for your visit.
 Houseboat Tour Sunday, November 24, 2024  Application for participation has been closed.
 ・Panel display From Saturday, January 18, Reiwa 7 to Thursday, 23rd
 ・Cherry blossom viewing party    End of March 2025 (planned)

Here are some events organized by the Isogo Ward Office in 2024.

We are promoting initiatives that utilize the Horiwari River Isogo Pier in order to let citizens and businesses inside and outside the city know more about the Horiwari River and Negishi Bay.

We have created a pamphlet "Let's find a more wonderful Horiwari River". (August 1, 2024)


Horiwari River Pamphlet

The Horiwari River was completed in 1874 as a canal connecting Yokohama Port and Negishi Bay, and 150 years have passed in 2024.
In order to make you know more about the Horiwari River, we have created a pamphlet "Mitsuyomo More wonderful Horiwari River".
・This section introduces the history of the Horiwari River, which has been used with the opening of Yokohama Port.
・The figure of the Horiwari River, which retains the remnants of the reconstruction period after the earthquake, is introduced on a insert map.
 
It is distributed at Isogo Ward Office Ward Administration Promotion Division Public Relations Section (65th floor on the 6th floor).


Horiwari River Attractive Map

Negishi Bay Cruise (scheduled for March)

Take a boat from the Horiwari River Isogo Pier and see the Isogo Ward from Negishi Bay!
The application method will be announced on this website and the February issue of Yokohama Isogo Ward at a later date.

Horiwari River Cruise (operated on October 12)


Information leaflet

Thank you very much for your participation.
Why don't you take a boat and see the Horiwari River that you can't usually see!
Let's trace the history of 150 years in the flow of the Horiwari River, where many boats came and went during the Meiji era.
The cruise will guide you through the history since the Meiji era and the scenery of revetments created during the reconstruction period.
■Implementation date Saturday, October 12, 2024 ※Light rain operation, stormy weather cancellation
■Route Depart from the Horiwari River Isogo Pier (boarding / disembarking), go back to the Horiwari River, and make a round trip near Nakamurabashi.
■Time required approximately 35 minutes
4 flights depart 19:00, 29:45 departs, 3 10:30 departs, 4 11:15 departs

We introduce event hosted by "Horiwari River charm making executive committee" of 2024.

People who say, "It's a familiar river, but I wasn't very conscious!" can enjoy the charm of the Horiwari River while having fun.
 ・Day of Horiwari River Sunday, September 8, 2024  Thank you very much for your visit.
 Houseboat Tour Sunday, November 24, 2024   Application for participation has been closed.
 ・Panel display From Saturday, January 18, Reiwa 7 to Thursday, 23rd
 ・Cherry blossom viewing party    End of March 2025 (planned)

A houseboat tour from Horiwari River to Nakamurakawa and Horikawa


Handbill

  The reception has been closed.
[Contents]
 Get on a houseboat and rediscover the charm of the river, including the Horiwari River!
 Departing from Yahatabashi in Isogo Ward, going around the Horiwari River, Nakamurakawa, Horikawa, Yokohama Port, and disbanding at Bentenbashi Bridge in Naka Ward.
Date and time
 Sunday, November 24, 2024
 Departing from 9:00 (Yahatabashi) to 12:00 (Bentenbashi Bridge)
 ※In case of stormy weather, cancellation (there is no postponement)
[Target]
 Elementary school students and above ※Elementary school students must be accompanied by a guardian.
 (Advance application is required for participation.)
[Fees]
 Adults (junior high school students and above) 2,000 yen, elementary school students 1,000 yen
 ※Including tea and insurance fee.
[Capacity]
 50 people ※In the case of a large number of applications, lottery will be held.
 ※The results will be returned by November 15 (Fri).
[Inquiry]
 Horiwari River Attractiveness Creation Executive Committee Hara
 〒235-0005 15-31-812, Higashicho, Isogo-ku
 TEL.090-7268-2613
[Sponsoring and sponsorship]
 Host: Horiwari River Attractiveness Creation Executive Committee
 Support: City of Yokohama, Isogo Ward

Isogo Town, People, Horiwari River Panel Exhibition

[Contents]
 Introducing the history and charm of the Horiwari River with photos and maps.
Date and time
 From Saturday, January 18, Reiwa 7 to Thursday, 23rd
[Venue]
 Isogo Ward General Government Building 1F Kumin Hall
[Inquiry]
 Horiwari River Attractiveness Creation Executive Committee Hara
  TEL.090-7268-2613
[Sponsoring and sponsorship]
 Host: Horiwari River Attractiveness Creation Executive Committee
 Support: City of Yokohama, Isogo Ward

Horiwari River Cherry Blossom Viewing

[Contents]
 This is an annual opportunity to see the row of cherry blossom trees along the Horiwari River up close.
 The animal quarantine station premises of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, which is usually closed, will be open to the public for one day only!
Date and time
 End of March 2025 (planned)
[Venue]
 Animal Quarantine Station, Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (Haramachi 11-1)
 ※There is no parking lot.
 ※Please refrain from eating and drinking on the premises.
[Inquiry]
 Horiwari River Attractiveness Creation Executive Committee Hara
 TEL.090-7268-2613
[Sponsoring and sponsorship]
 Host: Horiwari River Attractiveness Creation Executive Committee
 Support: City of Yokohama, Isogo Ward

Event "Horiwari River Day"


Day of Horiwari River

Thank you very much for your visit.
[Contents]
 We carry out boarding experience meeting (reception on the day) of power boat around Horiwari River. In addition, there are plenty of fun events such as simulation shops and outdoor live performances!
Date and time
 Sunday, September 8, 2024 from 10:00 to 14:00 ※Cancellation in case of rain (there is no postponement)

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Isogo Ward General Affairs Department Ward Administration Promotion Division

Telephone: 045-750-2332

Telephone: 045-750-2332

Fax: 045-750-2533

Email address: is-kusei@city.yokohama.jp

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