Yokohama

Yokohama extends across the northwestern shore of Tokyo Bay, encompassing numerous districts with modern architecture, parks, shopping centers, and residential neighborhoods.

The Treaty of Kanagawa in 1854 transformed this fishing settlement into Japan's primary international trading port, marking the end of the country's isolation period.

The Minato Mirai district combines maritime heritage with modern developments through museums, performance venues, and Japan's largest Chinatown district.

The extensive public transportation network connects all major areas through subway lines, buses, and train stations, with direct links to Tokyo and Haneda Airport.

The Cup Noodles Museum presents the history of instant ramen through interactive exhibits, including a laboratory where visitors create their personalized noodle combinations.

Location: Kanagawa Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 1889

Capital city: Naka-ku

Elevation above the sea: 24 m

Part of: Yokohama metropolitan area

Shares border with: Kawasaki, Fujisawa, Yamato, Yokosuka, Kamakura, Zushi, Machida

Website: https://city.yokohama.lg.jp/lang/residents/other-languages

GPS coordinates: 35.45033,139.63422

Latest update: June 9, 2025 21:26