 Sailors from Yukosuka Naval Base got the chance to relive some Japanese history during Zushi's Yabusame race and parade. This parade is a very good experience for Americans because your stay is a very short time in your life. That's why this is a big event and strong impact for you. As a prelude to the archery demonstration, a costume parade is held through the city of Zushi and over the years, American sailors have been invited to join in. I think that it develops a stronger bond because it shows them that we're actually friendly people that you can talk to and for myself as a sailor, it helps me to learn a little bit more about the history and the reasons for the celebration. This annual event has a long tradition of getting visitors involved as a way of introducing them to local culture. Petty Officer Sonia Wickard, Zushi, Japan.