Yokohama Sogo (2 Takashima, Nishi-ku, Yokohama) is holding the second part of its 40th Anniversary “Birth Festival.” The event runs until October 6. Limited-edition products and events are taking place throughout the building, with the theme being “Tradition and Future.”

Limited-time offerings include a collaboration tote bag (6,050 yen each, available from September 19) between Manchinro, Motomachi Union, and the bag brand “BALL & CHAIN,” Kiyoken’s “40th Anniversary Bento” (1,080 yen, available from the 16th to the 30th), Marlow’s ceramic pudding (1,188 yen, available from the 26th in limited quantities), and other Yokohama-related items. Special fashion and accessory items are also available, including color-selectable sets from Kitamura, limited-color shoes from Mihama, limited-pattern traditional Yokohama scarves, and made-to-order bags from Fayler.

On the 7th-floor Loft, the “Jimoto Loft Yokohama Zakkarando” event is being held, featuring items related to Yokohama.

The 8th-floor event space is hosting the “41st Autumn Hokkaido Products and Tourism Exhibition” (until October 1; closed all day on September 22). Limited-time products available throughout the event include the “Hokkaido Botan Shrimp Bento with Four Varieties” from Shakotan Umi no Ya and the “Hokkaido Niagara Milk Parfait” from Otaru LeTAO. The “Four-Mass Steak Bento” from Sapporo’s Golden Lion Meat Shop is available until September 21.

On the 9th-floor community floor, talk events on the theme of healthcare are being held. On September 21, an obstetrician-gynecologist will speak, and on the 27th, a vascular surgeon specializing in varicose veins and cardiovascular surgery will speak (each session is free but requires reservation).

The 10th-floor restaurant “Dining Park Yokohama” is offering anniversary menus, including Araiya’s “All-Beef Celebration Bento” (5 servings per day), Il Pino Lo’s lunch course featuring the world’s three great delicacies, and Niki-tei’s special course (until October 31). Special dishes are also available from Al Porto Classico, Yamato-ya serving Kansai cuisine, and the Chinese restaurant “Togen” from Hotel Okura.

On the store’s anniversary, September 30, one-day-only special events will be concentrated. Various stores will sell meal ticket sets at approximately half price (cash only, one set per person; numbered tickets distributed from 9:00 on the 2nd floor). There will be lucky bags on the food floor, distribution of “Yokohama Harbor” to the first 400 visitors, and tote bag gifts on the 7th-floor Loft (for purchases over 2,500 yen, first 400 people).

Yokohama Sogo

Yokohama Sogo is a major department store located in the Minato Mirai district of Yokohama, Japan. It was originally founded in 1830 as a kimono fabric store in Osaka and later expanded, with the Yokohama branch opening in 1985. The store is a popular retail destination known for its wide variety of goods, fashion brands, and dining options.

Manchinro

Manchinro was a famous restaurant in Nagasaki, Japan, established in the mid-19th century. It was the first restaurant in the country to serve Western-style Chinese cuisine, a unique fusion born from Nagasaki’s history as a port city open to foreign trade. It closed in the late 20th century but remains a significant part of the city’s cultural and culinary history.

Motomachi Union

The Motomachi Union is a historic shopping street in Yokohama, Japan, established in the late 19th century to cater to the city’s growing foreign community. It is renowned for its Western-style boutiques, cafes, and cosmopolitan atmosphere, reflecting Yokohama’s legacy as an early international trading port.

Kiyoken

Kiyoken is a historic Japanese restaurant in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 1885. It is most famous for originating and popularizing the local specialty, Shumai (steamed pork dumplings), which became a signature dish of the city’s Chinatown. The restaurant has operated for over a century, making it a beloved culinary institution.

Marlow

Marlow is a historic market town on the River Thames in Buckinghamshire, England, known for its Georgian architecture and scenic riverside setting. Its history dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, and it grew in prominence as a coaching stop on the London to Oxford route. The town is also famous for its literary connection, as the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley lived there with Mary Shelley while she was writing *Frankenstein*.

Kitamura

I am unable to identify a specific notable place or cultural site named “Kitamura.” This is a common Japanese surname and could refer to various local businesses, shops, or lesser-known locations. For a summary, please provide more specific context, such as its location or what type of site it is.

Mihama

Mihama is a coastal town in Japan’s Aichi Prefecture, historically known for its fishing industry. It is most famous today for housing the Mihama Nuclear Power Plant, which began operation in the 1970s.

Fayler

I am unable to provide a summary for “Fayler” as it does not appear to correspond to a widely recognized place, cultural site, or historical figure. It is possible the name is misspelled or refers to a very localized or obscure location. Could you please verify the spelling or provide any additional context?