１．The special feeling of working in a different world, just an hour away from Central Tokyo or Haneda Airport
Located on a small hill in the central part of the Miura Peninsula, YRP can be accessed in just one hour from central Tokyo or Haneda Airport using trains such as Keikyu Line. Even if you use a car, you can still arrive in about an hour.
Despite this good access, YRP is like another world. Thanks to the sea breeze, it is cool in the summer and warm in the winter. You can spend an ideal working time, taking a stroll along the banks of the blooming pond and refreshing yourself in a forest bath.
On the other hand, the area is lined with offices and research centers of companies and research institutes involved in the research and development of cutting-edge technology. You can also enjoy the uplifting feeling of going back and forth between. It can also be used as a remote office that can be used when you want to change your mood and work in a different environment, or when you want to change your way of thinking.
２．Optimal terrain for demonstration experiments and foundation for collaboration
Since YRP is a site that has been developed by carving out a valley, it is surrounded by small hills on three sides, with the other side facing the sea.Due to this characteristic topography, the risk of experimental radio waves leaking outside the area can be minimized. It has been used by the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT), leading companies and research institutes related to information and communications in Japan and overseas, and members of the YRP R＆D Promotion Committee. The results of joint research, industry-academia-government collaboration, and international collaboration that make use of the merits of this accumulation have led to the realization of 3G, 4G, and 5G mobile communication systems, and research and development of next-generation Beyond 5G and 6G mobile communication systems.
Also, the next-generation wireless communication standard Wi-SUN, which is used in smart meters and sensor networks, was born here at YRP.Based on these results, YRP has established the “Yokosuka Hybrid LPWA Testbed”, a wireless IoT experimental platform aimed at responding to the arrival of the coming smart society.
In addition, public and private research institutes such as the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC), the Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry, and the National Defense Academy are located in Yokosuka City. The soil for joint research and collaboration is also cultivated.
In recent years, many new companies and institutions in industries other than information and telecommunications have been locating in YRP to take advantage of its unparalleled environment, and cooperation and collaboration with existing companies and institutions has also been increasing. We are confident that the benefits of YRP will provide opportunities for further development and leap forward for those who are expanding into the region.
3．It is possible to adjust the advance space according to your request.
Within YRP, there are various types of tenant buildings, and rooms of various sizes are available for immediate use. The strength of the floor load is high, and it is possible to install heavy experimental equipment. In addition, the offce space can be adjusted according to the situation of the project. We believe that it will be an excellent candidate site for the launch of new businesses and projects, so please consider it. We will discuss the rent with you.
4．Growing momentum for co-creation through “YRP Vision 2025”
Originally, YRP was established with the aim of contributing to the development of new businesses through the practical application and fusion of technologies by accumulating cutting-edge research institutes in various fields. “YRP Vision 2025” was formulated in 2025, and Yokosuka Research Park, Inc., which plays a central role in operation, and related YRP R&D Promotion Committee, which has about 120 members with one purpose of planning and promoting research and development projects, Yokosuka City, a local municipality, YRP companies and institutions, etc. started moving together. The direction of YRP’s future efforts has been indicated, and the momentum for collaboration and collaboration among companies operating in the area is increasing more than ever. Various events and seminars will be planned. Don’t miss the opportunity and make the most of your YRP.
5．Base for Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration
This environment that stimulates intellectual curiosity is also used as a base for academia such as science and engineering universities. The Yokosuka City Industry-Academia-Government Exchange Center, operated by Yokosuka City, is located in YRP Center No. 1 Bldg., and is occupied by laboratories from leading universities in Japan and abroad.
As a university laboratory, having a base at YRP has the advantage of strategically and efficiently promoting internships within YRP and at nearby companies and research institutions, and through joint research, support can be expected from related ministries and agencies, local governments, and other organizations. For companies and research institutes operating in these areas, the collaboration with these universities has the advantage of identifying human resources who can contribute to the creation of new industries from an early stage and training them. For those involved in higher education institutions such as universities, please consider expanding on a research center basis or on a faculty basis.
6．Support measures such as subsidies and tax exemptions by Yokosuka City are substantial
Yokosuka City, which is a local municipality, provides subsidies, incentives, tax reduction measures and exemption measures, etc. to those who establish a new office, factory, or research institute in YRP. In addition, for those who start a new business, there is an interest subsidy system to support founders, which provides one year’s worth of interest on the funds they have borrowed. In addition, for companies that have already started business activities, there are tax relief measures that can be received when making capital investment in the office, etc., and a support system is in place that can be received even after entering the country.
7．Potential of Yokosuka City that colors fulfilling off time
Yokosuka City, located at the entrance to Tokyo Bay, was the stage for the opening of Japan, known for the arrival of the Black Ships, and subsequent modernization. Due to its historical background, the city has a US naval base and a garrison of the Self-Defense Forces, etc., and in addition to being able to visit Sarushima Island, which was once a fortress island, and tour the naval port, it is a rare experience. You can also experience Yokosuka gourmet dishes such as Yokosuka Navy Curry and Yokosuka Navy Burger.
On the other hand, the west side of the city facing Sagami Bay has a lot of nature left, and agriculture and fishery are also thriving. You can easily enjoy hiking trails with a view of Mt. Fuji and Sagami Bay, promenades where you can walk while feeling the sea breeze, and swimming, windsurfing, and fishing on the highly transparent beach. At the end of the day, freshly picked local vegetables, fresh seafood, Hayama beef, and other ingredients will fill your mind and body.
