Yokohama Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Yokohama
One of the biggest cities in Japan has one of the largest Chinatowns in the world. It is also known for its waterfront amusements, monuments and local cuisine.

Once a small fishing village, Yokohama is now one of the largest seaports in the Far East. With a redeveloped waterfront area full of attractions, a vast Chinatown, shopping malls and gorgeous parks, you’ll find much to entertain and excite you.

The first thing to capture your attention will most likely be Landmark Tower. Standing at 971 feet (296 meters), this massive structure is one of the tallest buildings in Japan. Ride the elevator to the viewing platform on the 69th floor and gasp at the views. The tower is located in Minato Mirai 21 district, a revitalized area of museums, malls, offices and attractions. While you are here, ride the huge Ferris wheel at Cosmo World amusement park, shop in the Red Brick Warehouse and learn about rocket engines at Mitsubishi Minatomirai Industrial Museum.

Stroll among the fountains and statues of Yamashita Park overlooking Yokohama Bay. Spot cruise liners passing by and see Minato Mirai’s Ferris wheel lit up at night. Explore the decks and cabins of Hikawa Maru, a luxury liner launched in 1929 now permanently docked beside the park. Walk high above the bay on the Sky Walk, the elevated walkway on the side of the Yokohama Bay Bridge.

With more than 500 shops and restaurants, Yokohama’s Chinatown is one of the world’s largest. Visit Yokohama Daisekai, an 8-story entertainment mall with an interior modeled after 1920s Shanghai. See fortunetellers, browse souvenir shops and dine in the food court.

For more local cuisine, visit the Ramen Museum, a couple of miles from Chinatown. Learn about the history of ramen noodles by visiting the first-floor gallery. Go to the basement area that replicates an old Tokyo town, with restaurants that serve noodle dishes representing different regions of Japan.

Yokohama is just 23 miles (37 kilometers) south of Tokyo, a 30-minute train ride away. This exciting port city is popular with tourists vacationing in Japan’s capital.

Where to stay in Yokohama

Minatomirai showing a park, night scenes and a city

Minatomirai

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Minatomirai. Spend some time visiting top spots like Tokyo Bay, and catch the metro at Minatomirai Station or Bashamichi Station to see more of the area.

Minatomirai
Red Brick Warehouse which includes a city and street scenes

Yokohama City Centre

You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Yokohama City Centre. Spend some time visiting top spots like Tokyo Bay, and catch the metro at Minatomirai Station or Bashamichi Station to see more of the area.

Yokohama City Centre
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Shin-Yokohama

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Shopping, museums and bars highlight some notable features of Shin-Yokohama. Make a stop by Nissan Stadium or Shinyokohama Raumen Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Kishine-koen Station or Kita-shin-yokohama Station to get around town.

Shin-Yokohama
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Minato Mirai 21

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Shopping, theme parks and museums highlight some notable features of Minato Mirai 21. Make a stop by Tokyo Bay or Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Minatomirai Station or Shin-Takashima Station to get around town.

Minato Mirai 21
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Sakuragichō

Waterfront views, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Sakuragichō. Make a stop by Iseyama Kotai Shrine or Yokohama Burg13 while you're exploring.

Sakuragichō
Yamashita Park which includes street scenes, a bridge and a city

Chinatown

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are just a few things travellers like about Chinatown. Sights like Tokyo Bay and Kanagawa Arts Theatre are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Yokohama area at Motomachi-Chukagai station.

Chinatown
APA Hotel & Resort Yokohama Bay Tower
APA Hotel & Resort Yokohama Bay Tower
3 out of 5
5-25-3 Kaigandori, Naka, Yokohama, Kanagawa
The price is AU$94 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$94
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Yokohama. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,549 reviews)
"Absolutely awesome . Relaxing. Convenient. Great views."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2024

APA Hotel & Resort Yokohama Bay Tower
Hyatt Regency Yokohama
Hyatt Regency Yokohama
4.5 out of 5
280-2 Yamashitacho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa
The price is AU$248 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$248
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Yokohama. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (858 reviews)
"Beautiful large room, excellent service. Fabulous linens. Beyond our expectation. Great value for the price"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2024

Hyatt Regency Yokohama
InterContinental Yokohama Grand, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Yokohama Grand, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-Ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa-ken
The price is AU$180 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$180
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Yokohama. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,212 reviews)
"Great place for business or pleasure"

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2024

InterContinental Yokohama Grand, an IHG Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Citadines Harbour Front Yokohama
Citadines Harbour Front Yokohama
3.5 out of 5
5-2 Nihonodori, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Yokohama. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Nissan Stadium and Kanagawa Prefectural ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (173 reviews)
"This property is directly beside the subway line we took here, it is also within walking distance to the pier where we’ll get on our cruise and a short walk to China town. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. We love our room on the 12th floor, it has a kitchen with fridge, cook top and microwave. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2024

Citadines Harbour Front Yokohama
Oakwood Suites Yokohama
Oakwood Suites Yokohama
4 out of 5
5-57-2 Kitanakadori, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Yokohama. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (511 reviews)
"Very clean modern and conveinient"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2024

Oakwood Suites Yokohama
Hotel Central Yokohama
Hotel Central Yokohama
3 out of 5
42 Nakadori Fukutomicho, Naka, Yokohama, Kanagawa
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Yokohama. Enjoy free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a separate tub and shower. Popular attractions Nissan Stadium and Yokohama ...
6.8/10 (25 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful, even though there is no on site staff, the directions that they sent through the PDF to get into the building and into the room was very thorough, and when I had a problem connecting to the Internet, they responded right away and helped me right away. The room was very ..."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2024

Hotel Central Yokohama
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Yokohama

4.5
Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
26 Nov 2019

A very nice cruise ship terminal and a nice city. I will come back for my next cruise in Japan. We like the location of Royal park Hotel and might come back if the staffs give us the feeling of welcoming

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
9 Nov 2019

Enjoyed my time there, enjoyed the Japanese cuisine 酪

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
8 Nov 2019

Yokohama waterfront is well worth a visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
5 Nov 2019

Great place to visit Has a lot in the area that is within easy reach

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
4 Nov 2019

Went for Rugby World Cup Semi finals. Excellent location and friendly locals

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
10 Oct 2019

Good city to get in and out of on the Shinkansen and easy access to Tokyo as well as being interesting in its own right. Chinatown always good for a visit as is Yamashita park down on the waterfront.

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