Yokohama DMC unveils a new MICE program blending tradition and wellness. Experience Geisha dances and “Kagura” at historic Yamashita and Shiseido Beauty Park. Includes calligraphy, silk styling workshops, jazz cruises, and healthy local cuisine. A unique, immersive journey into Yokohama’s beauty.
１）MINATOTIME Elegant Encounters in Yamashita
～A Signature Yokohama Night Reception Set in the Historic Yamashita Area～
Venue Highlights
1. Welcome Reception: Osanbashi Hall
Welcome Reception: Aerial Silk Performance & Special Yokohama Geisha Dance
2. Excursion
Yokohama Marine Tower
Live Performance by “The Yokohama Sisters” & 70s-style “Hama-Chacha” Disco Night
THE WHARF HOUSE
Dance Performance by “Hama-MEISEN” & Traditional Ozasiki Games with Yokohama Geisha
Yokohama Doll Museum
“Otome Bunraku: Sanbaso” – Traditional Japanese Puppet Theater at the Akai Kutsu Theater
SEA BASS ZERO
Port Cruise & Cocktail Party: Authentic Jazz Live against the Shimmering Nightscape
Catering
Enjoy a curated selection of complimentary drinks and gourmet cuisine at each venue. (Note: Light snacks only at the Yokohama Doll Museum and SEA BASS ZERO venues.)
Program Details
01 Osanbashi Hall: “Hama-jiman” Yokohama Geisha – Silk Version
A bespoke performance blending the “Yokohama Scarf” (symbolizing Yokohama’s heritage as the City of Silk) with the traditional song “Hama-jiman,” passed down through generations of Yokohama Geisha. The featured piece, “Kinuryu-mai Koto-hajime” (The Silk Dragon Dance: The Beginning), uses contemporary dance to portray the mystical journey from silkworm cocoon to exquisite thread. Experience the evolution of Yokohama’s silk culture and performing arts through this modern, original production.
02 Yokohama Marine Tower: The Yokohama Sisters & Hama-Chacha
Witness the revival of “Hama-Chacha,” the iconic dance style that defined Yokohama’s 70s disco scene, appearing here in a surprise flash mob. Featuring the Yokohama-born vocal unit “The Yokohama Sisters,” this venue hosts a high-energy live music and dance event that perfectly captures the city’s vibrant spirit.
03 THE WHARF HOUSE: Hama-MEISEN + Yokohama Geisha
The world debut of “Hama-MEISEN,” the newly formed ensemble under the Yokohama Geisha lineage! Be among the first to witness the premiere of the modern version of “Hama-jiman” (with new arrangement and choreography). Following the performance, enjoy authentic Ozasiki (parlor) games and interaction with the Yokohama Geisha.
04 Yokohama Doll Museum: Otome Bunraku “Sanbaso”
The Yokohama Doll Museum is a prestigious institution housing over 10,000 dolls from 100+ countries, offering a rare window into global folklore and history. At the museum’s dedicated “Akai Kutsu Theater,” and in collaboration with the Modern Puppetry Center, we present “Sanbaso”—a celebratory dance traditional to Japan, performed to pray for a bountiful harvest and good fortune.
05 SEA BASS ZERO: Jazz Cruise
A sophisticated voyage where the sea breeze meets the shifting colors of Yokohama’s skyline. Enjoy an authentic live Jazz performance as we set sail from Yamashita Park for an elegant “Harbor Music Hour.”
General Information
Duration: 4–5 Hours (e.g., 16:30 – 21:00)
Capacity: 100 – 500 Guests
Inquiries: Please contact us for further details and bespoke arrangements.
URL: https://yokohamadmc.com/yamashita_mice/en.html
２）YOKOHAMA BEAUTY RENAISSANCE
～A Wellness Party Program Weaving Together the Beauty of Yokohama～
This immersive program invites guests to rediscover a “New Vision of Beauty in Yokohama” through three core pillars: Body, Sensibility, and Spirit.
Program Overview
Centered on the unique history, culture, arts, and industries of Yokohama, this wellness party leverages the cutting-edge visual and spatial technology of Shiseido Beauty Park. Guests will experience the cultural depth of Yokohama seamlessly through their Senses of Sight, Hearing, Taste, and Movement.
The program features an integrated experience: stunning visuals on Crystal LED displays, Kagura ritual dance based on Japanese mythology, exclusive performances by Yokohama Geisha, live calligraphy art, elegant walking workshops, exhibits of Yokohama’s silk heritage, and wellness cuisine using locally sourced ingredients.
Stage Program (Stage Performances)
Kagura (Sacred Dance)
Performed by Toshihiko Kato. An interpretation of “Beauty” in Japanese mythology, featuring the goddess Amenouzume-no-Mikoto.
Yokohama Geisha
A special rendition of “Hama-jiman,” a song originally composed by Sanke Hara with prayers for recovery after the Great Kanto Earthquake. This performance features the iconic “Yokohama Silk.”
Live Calligraphy Performance
Calligrapher Koka Awazu expresses the theme of “Beauty” (Bi) through a single, powerful brushstroke.
Experience Program
The Beauty of the Brush: Calligraphy of Grace
Instructor: Koka Awazu. A hands-on workshop focused on the essence of “Beautiful Characters.” Guests will learn the fundamental points—posture, brush angle, and the flow of ink.
The Beauty of Dance: Sacred Dance of Japan
Instructor: Toshihiko Kato. Discover the formal beauty of Kagura, Japan’s indigenous performing art. Explore authentic masks and costumes while learning about their historical and spiritual significance.
The Beauty of Draping: Silk Styling Art
Instructor: MICHIYO INABA (Textile Artist). Learn the art of styling Yokohama’s traditional silk using premium scarves, highlighting the natural luster and fluid drape of high-quality silk.
The Beauty of Steps: Elegant Walking Method
Instructor: Eri Ishikawa. Refined movements that enhance your impression. Includes a “Silk & Walk” session with a commemorative photo shoot on the staircase of Shiseido Beauty Park.
The Beauty of Refinement: The Art of Refined Movements
Instructor: Yokohama Geisha. Introduces the “Art of Presence”: poised posture, delicate footwork of a kimono walk, and the graceful use of a folding fan.
Food & Drink
Seasonal Wellness Buffet by Shiseido Kitchen Lab
A curated menu of approximately 10 dishes themed around “Beauty and Health,” featuring locally sourced ingredients.
Beverages: Welcome drinks and free-flow options (Alcoholic & Non-alcoholic).
Venue & Details
Venue: Shiseido Beauty Park, 1F (1-2-11 Takashima, Nishi-ku, Yokohama)
Duration: Approx. 2 Hours (e.g., 17:00 – 19:00) Negotiable
Capacity: 50 – 200 Guests
Inquiries: Please contact us for further details and customization.
