Yokohama Travel Guide
- Tokyo
- 15 Jun, 2025
Yokohama is Japan’s second largest city, and remains a favourite day trip destination from Tokyo, especially for families with children. There’s so much to see and do, including beautiful parks and a gorgeous traditional Japanese garden, fantastic museums, and a great choice for shopping and eating.
Things To Do In Yokohama
[Yokohama Sankeien Garden]
Discover Yokohama’s most important attractions and all the interesting
things to do. Read More
Places To Eat In Yokohama
[image © Florentyna Leow]
This is our selection of the best places to eat in the different areas
of Yokohama. Read More
Yokohama Itineraries
[Skyline of Yokohama with Mount Fuji]
Yokohama makes a great day trip out of Tokyo. Our one-day and two-day
itineraries allow you to make the best use of your time. Read
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Best Time To Go To Yokohama
[Night view of cherry blossoms and Yokohama Minatomirai]
Find the best time of year to visit Yokohama, as well as our
month-by-month guide to the weather. Read
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Yokohama Ryokan
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Yokohama has few ryokan (Japanese-style inns). We recommend the best.
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Yokohama Hotels
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We introduce the main hotels for all budgets in central Yokohama. Read
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Yokohama Cherry Blossoms
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Shutterstock.com]
With many beautiful public parks and open green spaces, Yokohama is a
great place to see Japan’s famous cherry blossoms. Here is a list of the
best spots in the city and information on when the cherries bloom. Read
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Yokohama Fall Foliage
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Shutterstock.com]
With many beautiful public parks and open green spaces, Yokohama is a
great place to see Japan’s famous autumn colours. Here is a list of the
best spots in the city and information on good times to visit. Read
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How To Get To Yokohama
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Shutterstock.com]
Located just 30 minutes south of central Tokyo, find out how to get to
Yokohama. Read More
Yokohama Districts
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Shutterstock.com]
An introduction to the main sightseeing districts in Yokohama. Read
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Getting Around Yokohama
[Under the bridge: sakura cherry blossoms and sightseeing bus at
Yokohama]
Yokohama is a big city. Here is my guide for getting around like a pro.
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Yokohama With Kids
[image © Florentyna Leow]
Yokohama is very child-friendly. Here is our list of kid-friendly
venues. Read More
Yokohama Travel Guide:
- Yokohama Travel Guide Overview
- Things To Do In Yokohama
- Places To Eat In Yokohama
- Yokohama Itineraries
- Yokohama With Kids
- Yokohama Cherry Blossoms
- Yokohama Fall Foliage
- Yokohama Districts
- Yokohama Ryokan
- Yokohama Hotels
- Yokohama Map
- How To Get To Yokohama
- Getting Around Yokohama
- Best Time To Go To Yokohama
Tokyo Vacation Checklist
- For a quick overview, see my First Time In Tokyo guide.
- Check if a visa is required for Japan
- Check Tokyo accommodation availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com.
- Buy Japan Rail Tickets and Shinkansen Tickets Online.
- For tips on where to stay, see Where To Stay In Tokyo.
- See my Packing List For Japan.
- Purchase an eSim or SIM card for Japan.
- Compare flight prices on Skyscanner.
- Consider a Japan Rail Pass - see if it’s worth for you.
- Consider a travel insurance.