Kotobukichō

Kotobukichō is a residential district in Naka-ku, Yokohama, with multistory buildings, narrow streets, and small shops along the main routes. The area covers a few city blocks and sits between larger thoroughfares that lead to the harbor and business districts.

The land was reclaimed from the sea during the 17th century and later used for rice fields. As Yokohama grew as a port city after 1859, it became a residential area for dockworkers and their families.

The name comes from the Meiji era, when streets received fortunate designations meant to bring prosperity. Residents today meet in small parks and at street corners, where neighbors chat while shopping or heading to work.

The district is about a ten-minute walk from Ishikawacho Station. Streets are quiet and often narrow, so walking is the easiest way to move around and explore local shops.

A collaborative workspace in the district focuses on circular economy and sustainability projects. Local initiatives use this space to organize workshops and meetings that promote waste reduction and resource sharing.

Location: Naka-ku

GPS coordinates: 35.43950,139.63933

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:36