Yokohama Japan
Yokohama is Japan’s second-largest city and sits on the western shore of Tokyo Bay, about 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo. The Minato Mirai waterfront district is the centre of the city’s modern identity - clean, walkable, and lined with hotels, restaurants, and exhibition facilities including PACIFICO Yokohama. For international visitors, Yokohama is easy to navigate: English signage is widespread, the transport connections to Tokyo and Narita/Haneda airports are straightforward, and the city has a long international history dating to its role as one of Japan’s first open ports. Chinatown is one of the largest in Asia and worth a visit for dinner. The conference district is compact and well-served by the Minatomirai Line.
Yokohama Chinatown (Chukagai) is the largest in Japan and one of the best in Asia - the Shanghainese and Cantonese restaurants around the main streets are excellent. Minato Mirai 21 is the modern waterfront redevelopment district with the iconic InterContinental and Landmark Tower, the Museum of Art Yokohama, and the Cosmo World amusement park. Sankeien Garden is a traditional Japanese garden preserving historic buildings from around Japan. Yamashita Park along the harbor is pleasant for evening walks, with the retired NYK ocean liner Hikawa Maru moored alongside.
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) is the most convenient for Yokohama, about 20 minutes by Keikyu Line to Yokohama Station. Narita Airport (NRT) is further - about 90 minutes via the Narita Express. The Yokohama City Air Terminal (YCAT) at Yokohama Station runs shuttle buses to both airports.
Yokohama has an extensive rail network including JR lines, the Minatomirai Line, and the Yokohama Subway, all centered on Yokohama Station. The Minato Mirai and Chinatown areas are walkable from each other. The Sea Bass ferry connects Yokohama Station to Minato Mirai and Yamashita Park along the waterfront.
Spring (late March-April) for cherry blossoms and autumn (October-November) for comfortable temperatures and foliage are the most popular times. Summer is warm and humid. Yokohama’s New Year celebrations in Chinatown and the Fireworks Festival in July-August are major local events.
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Our picks in Yokohama
A curated selection of hotels chosen for location, value, and fit for conference travellers.
APA Hotel & Resort Yokohama Bay Tower
1-1-8 Shinyamashita, Naka-ku, Yokohama 231-0801, Japan
Budget-friendly tower hotel with a ryokan-style hot spring bath and fitness centre near the Minatomirai area - the best value option for...
Hilton Garden Inn Yokohama Minatomirai
2-2-1 Shinyamashita, Naka-ku, Yokohama 231-0801, Japan
Reliable 3-star business hotel with free buffet breakfast and solid WiFi near the Minatomirai area - a practical, well-priced choice for cost-conscious...
InterContinental Yokohama Grand
1-1-1 Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama 220-8522, Japan
Landmark 5-star hotel directly connected to PACIFICO Yokohama, with sweeping harbour views and a 3-minute walk from Minatomirai Station - the most...
The Westin Yokohama
1-1-1 Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama 220-8522, Japan
Polished 5-star hotel in the Minato Mirai district with a spa, garden, and wellness-forward rooms - best for attendees who want luxury...
The Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu
2-0-1 Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama 220-8543, Japan
Well-located 4-star hotel in the Queen’s Square complex steps from Minatomirai Station, with floor-to-ceiling windows, bay views, and six dining options -...
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