Yokohama, second largest city of Japan, is also known for its Chinatown. Its excellent location and presence of innumerable sightseeing activities attracts visitors from across the globe to be a part of the city.
With a population of more than 3 million, Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan. The city is Kanagawa Prefecture’s capital and located half an hour from Tokyo (if you board a train). Today, Yokohama is known for homing one of the largest Chinatowns in the world. Some of the popular sights for tourists in the city include:
Yamashita Park
View of ships sailing in & out of the harbor and flying seagulls from Yamashita Park can help you in enjoying this port city.
Motomachi & Yamate Areas
Yamate and Motomachi Areas is the style & fashion street of Yokohama. Previously, they used to be residential area for foreigners. The overall area is full with the unique exotic charm of the city.
Chinatown Area
Chinatown Area of Yokohama is counted amongst the biggest ones in the world. Once you step in its elaborately designed gate, a complete different world is at your helm. You can experience the wonderful Chinese Culture in this ambience atmosphere.
Kannai & Isezaki-cho Areas
Kannai & Isezaki-cho Areas is the one to have gas lamp in the country. It’s also the place where Japanese first tasted ice-cream. The area allows old and new culture to come together and pass an energetic and cheerful feeling to every visitor.
Sakuragi-cho & Noge Areas
Sakuragi-cho & Noge Areas are an open-hearted and friendly region filled with an old town feel. Here, you can enjoy literature & history and at the same time, have fun in its Nogeyama Zoo.
Minato Mirai 21 Areas
Minato Mirai 21 Areas is the place that is consistently moving towards the future. It is wonderful for leisure, shopping, dining and catered towards everyone’s requirements.
Yokohama Station Area
Yokohama Station Area offers a wide variety in hotels, movie theaters and department stores. It is the largest scale shopping zone of Yokohama.
With so many options to choose from for enjoying your vacation, Yokohama is a place worth visiting!
