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Things to do in Yokohama
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Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan · 35.454, 139.622
About Yokohama
Yokohama is Japan's second-largest city and its primary gateway for international trade since the mid-19th century. Located on Tokyo Bay, the city blends historical port architecture with modern skyscrapers like The Sky Garden, Yokohama Landmark Tower. Visitors can explore the extensive culinary offerings in Yokohama Chinatown or relax in the tranquil landscapes of Sankeien Garden. The waterfront district serves as a hub for both commerce and leisure, featuring landmarks like the Cup Noodles Museum and the iconic ferris wheel at Yokohama Cosmo World.
Good to know
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Yokohama was the first Japanese port to open to foreign trade in 1859, quickly evolving from a small fishing village into a major metropolitan center.
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The city is home to one of the world's largest Chinatowns, which developed organically due to early Chinese merchant communities settling near the port.
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Yokohama pioneered many Western-style innovations in Japan, including the first daily newspaper, the first gas lamps, and the country's first brewery.
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The city's street layout in the central district remains heavily influenced by the grid patterns established by foreign settlers during the Meiji era.
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Yokohama is a rare major Japanese city that celebrates its multicultural heritage through a dense concentration of preserved colonial-era buildings.
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Despite its massive industrial footprint, the city maintains significant green spaces like Sankeien, a sprawling garden built by a silk merchant using relocated historical structures.
Plan your visit to Yokohama
Best time to visit
Late spring (April to May) or autumn (October to November) provide the most comfortable temperatures for walking the waterfront districts and exploring outdoor parks.
How many days
2-3 days, allowing enough time to explore the Minato Mirai waterfront, historical districts, and a major garden.
Getting around
The city is highly accessible via an extensive network of subway lines, JR rail lines, and the Minatomirai Line, complemented by the well-connected Portside area walkways.
Where to stay
Stay in the Minato Mirai district for proximity to major attractions and skyline views, or near Yokohama Station for superior transit connectivity.
Budget
Mid-range; while luxury accommodations exist, the city offers a wide variety of moderately priced dining and lodging options compared to central Tokyo.
Highlights of Yokohama
The places our editors single out - and why they're worth your time.
Yokohama Chinatown
Explore one of the largest Chinatowns in the world with hundreds of shops and traditional restaurants.
Yamashita Park
Enjoy panoramic views of the port and the Bay Bridge from this linear waterfront park.
Cup Noodles Museum
Design your own custom flavor of instant noodles in an interactive workshop environment.
Yokohama Cosmo World
Ride the Cosmo Clock 21, a giant ferris wheel that serves as a landmark for the harbor district.
Sankeien Garden
Walk through a vast garden featuring historical buildings relocated from Kyoto and Kamakura.
Yokohama Marine Tower
Visit this historic lattice tower for a bird's-eye perspective of the surrounding harbor activities.
The Sky Garden, Yokohama Landmark Tower
Ascend to one of Japan's tallest observation decks for unobstructed views of the Kanto Plain.
Nogeyama Zoological Gardens
Visit a hilltop zoo featuring a diverse collection of animals and expansive views of the city.
Top things to do in Yokohama
The 1,014 most popular places in Yokohama.
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Parks Known locally
Ōoka Park
Ōoka Park is a neighborhood green space in Yokohama's Minami Ward known for its distinctive, quirky play equipment and s...
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Yokohama Port Opening Square
Yokohama Port Opening Square is a public waterfront plaza commemorating the 1859 opening of the Port of Yokohama to fore...
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Sakuragi-cho Station Square
Sakuragi-cho Station Square is a prominent public plaza situated in Naka Ward, Yokohama, functioning as a major pedestri...
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Fukutomichō Nishi Park
Fukutomichō Nishi Park is a compact urban pocket park situated in the Naka Ward of Yokohama, Japan. The park provides a...
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Venues Known locally
Grace Bali Yokohama Kannai
Grace Bali Yokohama Kannai is a multi-functional event and party space housed within the Pasela Resorts Yokohama Kannai...
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Historical places Known locally
Oharazuido tunnel
The Oharazuido tunnel is a historic brick-and-stone pedestrian passage located in Minami Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefec...
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Parks Hidden gem
Kogaya Park
Kogaya Park is a tree-shaded neighborhood green space situated in Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama, featuring children's play equ...
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Parks Hidden gem
Takashima Suisaisen Park
Takashima Suisaisen Park is a waterfront park situated in the Minato Mirai 21 district of Nishi Ward, Yokohama. The park...
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Places of interest Hidden gem
Minatomirai Bridge
Minatomirai Bridge serves as a vital pedestrian and vehicular link connecting the Nishi Ward district to the Yokohama Po...
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Parks Hidden gem
Hoshikawa-chuo Park
Hoshikawa-chuo Park is a neighborhood green space located in Hodogaya Ward, Yokohama, situated at 2 Chome-16 Hoshikawa....
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Historical places Hidden gem
Negishi Natsukashi Park Former Yanagishita Residence
Negishi Natsukashi Park Former Yanagishita Residence is a preserved historic property located in Isogo Ward, Yokohama. T...
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Parks Hidden gem
Shinhonmoku Park
Shinhonmoku Park is a neighborhood green space located in the Honmokuwada district of Naka Ward, Yokohama. The park span...
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Museums Hidden gem
Yokohama Museum of Eurasian Cultures
The Yokohama Museum of Eurasian Cultures explores the history and cultural exchanges of the Eurasian landmass, bridging...
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Parks Hidden gem
Okano Park
Okano Park is a neighborhood municipal park located in the Nishi Ward of Yokohama, functioning primarily as a local recr...
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Parks Hidden gem
Isogo Uminomieru Park
Isogo Uminomieru Park is a coastal neighborhood park situated in Isogo Ward, Yokohama, designed specifically to offer ex...
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Temples Hidden gem
Myokoji Temple
Myokoji Temple is a Nichiren-shu Buddhist temple located in the Naka Ward of Yokohama. The site is notable for its histo...
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Parks Hidden gem
Kaminoki Park
Kaminoki Park is a hillside community green space in Yokohama’s Kanagawa Ward, characterized by its elevated terrain and...
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Parks Hidden gem
篠原園地
Shinohara Enchi is a preserved green space located on a hillside in the Kohoku Ward of Yokohama. The park serves as a sa...
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Places of interest Hidden gem
Genbu Mon
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Tachibana-no-oka Park
Tachibana-no-oka Park is an elevated neighborhood green space situated in Bukkocho, Hodogaya Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Pr...
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Museums Hidden gem
Minato Mirai Gallery
Minato Mirai Gallery is a community-oriented public exhibition space located on the third floor of the Queen's Square Yo...
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Parks Hidden gem
Shinano Central Park
Shinano Central Park is a neighborhood green space located in the Totsuka Ward of Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan....
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Parks Hidden gem
Mitsuzawa Park Rowdy Square
Mitsuzawa Park is a large-scale municipal recreational area in Yokohama's Kanagawa Ward, centering around a multi-purpos...
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Parks Hidden gem
Kamishinano Park
Kamishinano Park is a local neighborhood park located within the Totsuka Ward of Yokohama. The site primarily functions...
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Hinode River Park
Hinode River Park is a waterfront urban park situated along the Ooka River in Naka Ward, Yokohama. The park features ope...
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Parks Hidden gem
Koyasudai Park
Koyasudai Park is a neighborhood green space situated on an elevated hillside in Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama, offering eleva...
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Parks Hidden gem
Shaguji Park
Shaguji Park is a neighborhood community park situated in the Minamisengencho district of Nishi Ward, Yokohama. The park...
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Historical places Hidden gem
Bluff No. 111
Bluff No. 111 is a historic Western-style residence located in the Yamate district of Yokohama, Japan. Built in 1926 as...
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Museums Hidden gem
Yokohama Yamate Museum of Tennis
The Yokohama Yamate Museum of Tennis commemorates the birthplace of lawn tennis in Japan, which was introduced to the Ya...
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Museums Hidden gem
Iwasaki Museum
The Iwasaki Museum is located on the historic Yamate bluff in Yokohama, occupying the site of the former Gaiety Theatre....
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Frequently asked
How many attractions are there in Yokohama?
Aventuro lists 1,014 curated attractions in and around Yokohama, sorted by popularity.
What's the top attraction in Yokohama?
Yokohama Chinatown is the most popular place to visit in Yokohama right now.
What kind of attractions does Yokohama have?
The largest category is parks, with 387 places to explore.
Which other cities are worth visiting nearby?
Travellers also explore Toshima, Osaka, Kyoto.
