Highlights

  • Fluffy pork buns from famous shops
  • Ornate Chinese gates and the Kanteibyo temple
  • Endless dim sum and bubble tea

Background & story

Established by Chinese merchants after Yokohama's port opened in 1859, the district grew into the largest Chinatown in Japan.

Good to know for visitors

Getting there
At Motomachi-Chukagai Stn (Minatomirai Line) Open directions in Google Maps ↗
Booking & entry
Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
Language
Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
Good for
food lovers, families, groups of friends

Good to know

Come hungry and graze slowly — try one item from several shops rather than a big meal at one.

Getting there

Yokohama Chinatown — Yamashita-cho, Naka Ward, Yokohama

Japan-Event Editorial
  • Japan-based editorial team
  • Primary sources, cited
  • Variable facts dated

The Japan-Event editorial desk. We work from primary sources and date every claim that can change.