Asahi-ku

Asahi-ku is an administrative ward in eastern Yokohama covering roughly 33 square kilometers. The area borders several neighboring wards and includes the large Yokohama Zoo along with residential neighborhoods and commercial streets.

The area was part of directly administered shogunate territory during the Edo period under imperial administrators. It later developed into a residential ward as Yokohama expanded in modern times.

The Yokohama Zoo allows visitors to observe animals from different regions and learn about their habitats and behavior. The facility demonstrates how communities value wildlife education and conservation efforts.

The Asahi Ward Office handles family registrations and tax documents during weekday business hours. The ward is well-connected by local buses and train lines, making it straightforward to navigate the area.

The Tōkaidō Shinkansen, Japan's famous high-speed rail line, passes through the ward but stops at no stations within its boundaries. Travelers using the line see the area only from the train window without stopping there.