Landmarks & Sightseeing
The waterfront skyline, historic warehouses, and Japan's tallest lighthouse.
Yokohama Chinatown
Japan's largest Chinatown with 500+ shops and restaurants. Colorful gates, Chinese temples (Kanteibyo, Masobyo), and incredible street food. Nikuman (steamed buns) are legendary. Go weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
Minatomirai Waterfront
Yokohama's futuristic skyline district. Landmark Tower, Cosmo World amusement park, Queen's Square shopping, and waterfront promenades. Absolutely stunning when illuminated at night.
Yokohama Landmark Tower
69th floor Sky Garden Observatory (273m). On clear days you can see Tokyo Tower, Skytree, and Mount Fuji. The elevator reaches the top in 40 seconds. Best at sunset.
Red Brick Warehouse
Beautifully restored 1900s-era warehouses now housing shops, restaurants, and event spaces. Hosts seasonal festivals, Christmas Market, Oktoberfest, beer fests. The waterfront terrace has great Minatomirai views.
Yamashita Park
Seaside park with stunning harbor views, rose garden, and the Hikawa Maru museum ship. A beautiful waterfront promenade stretching from Chinatown to the Marine Tower. Best at sunset.
Yokohama Marine Tower
Iconic 106m lighthouse tower near Yamashita Park. Observation deck with panoramic harbor views. Recently renovated with a modern lounge. Beautiful illuminated at night.
Cosmo Clock 21 Ferris Wheel
One of the world's largest ferris wheels (112.5m). Located in Yokohama Cosmo World amusement park. The 15-minute ride offers spectacular views. Beautifully lit with LED at night.
Osanbashi Pier
International cruise terminal with a stunning rooftop deck made of Brazilian wood. The undulating architecture feels like walking on waves. Free to access. Amazing night skyline photo spot.
Sankeien Garden
Stunning traditional Japanese garden with 17 historic buildings relocated from Kyoto and Kamakura. Beautiful in every season, cherry blossoms, autumn foliage, lotus flowers. Allow 2-3 hours.
Nogeyama Zoo
Completely free zoo on a hilltop with 80 species including red pandas and lions. Small animal petting area. Great views of Yokohama. Perfect for families or a free activity between meals.
Zoorasia
One of Japan's largest zoos. Animals in naturalistic habitat zones (African savanna, Amazonia, etc.). Night zoo events in summer. Massive, allow half a day. ¥800 entry.
Kirin Brewery Tour
Free 90-minute tour of Kirin's Yokohama brewery. See the brewing process, touch hops, taste malt, and end with freshly brewed draft beer samples. Must book online in advance.
Yokohama English Garden
Beautiful English-style garden with 1,800 rose varieties. Stunning in May-June (roses) and June (300 types of hydrangeas). Seasonal festivals. One of the best gardens near Tokyo.
Sea Bass Waterbus
Scenic waterbus connecting Yokohama Station to Minatomirai, Red Brick Warehouse, and Yamashita Park. See the skyline from the water. ¥700 one way. Alternative to walking the waterfront.
Soji-ji Temple
One of the two head temples of the Soto Zen sect. Massive temple complex with beautiful grounds. Morning zazen meditation available. Far less crowded than Kamakura temples. Free entry.
Kanteibyo Temple
Ornate Chinese temple in the heart of Chinatown dedicated to Guan Yu. Vibrant red and gold decorations. Free to enter. Beautiful at night when illuminated. Built 1873.
Yokohama Yamashita Park
Waterfront park stretching along the harbor, the Hikawa Maru (preserved 1930s ocean liner) is moored here. Rose garden, views of the...
Yokohama Sankeien Garden
Traditional garden with historic buildings relocated from across Japan, a 500-year-old pagoda, a Kyoto merchant house, and a...
Gundam Factory Yokohama
18m full-size moving Gundam, it walks, kneels, and points. The engineering behind making a 25-ton robot move is as impressive as the...
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
Converted 1911 warehouses now housing restaurants, shops, and event spaces. The waterfront promenade with the Bay Bridge and Ferris...
Yokohama Minato Mirai Skyline
Japan's most futuristic waterfront, the Landmark Tower, Cosmo Clock Ferris wheel, and the InterContinental sail-shaped hotel create a...
CupNoodles Museum Yokohama
Interactive museum. Create your own custom CupNoodles. Fun for all ages.
Hara Model Railway Museum
Massive model train collection. Railway enthusiast's dream. Near Yokohama Station.
