Hiyoshi, Administrative division in Kōhoku-ku, Yokohama, Japan
Hiyoshi is a neighborhood in Kōhoku Ward, Yokohama, mixing residential streets with commercial centers and educational buildings. The area centers on Keio University's large campus, surrounded by shopping districts, apartment complexes, and smaller shops serving daily needs.
The area emerged from farmland under Tokugawa shogunate rule during the Edo period. The establishment of Keio University's campus in the 20th century transformed it into an urban center with schools, shops, and housing.
The neighborhood clusters around Keio University's sprawling campus, where students fill streets and local shops daily. This academic presence shapes how the area feels, with bookstores, cafes, and restaurants catering to the university community.
The neighborhood is well served by train lines with multiple stations providing easy access to Yokohama Station and other areas. Visitors can navigate on foot through pedestrian zones, shopping centers, and parks scattered throughout the district.
The Hiyoshi Media Center merges traditional library resources with modern digital spaces, functioning as a knowledge hub for research and study. Many people visit this facility to access information and work in a focused environment away from campus bustle.
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