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Yokohama

Yokohama · Japan · 35.45, 139.65

An international port city near Tokyo and one of Japan's cruise hubs. Its attractions include the Minato Mirai 21 waterfront, Japan's largest Chinatown, historic Red Brick Warehouse buildings, and Yamashita Park. It is also a gateway to Tokyo and Kamakura.

Port highlights

About 3.77 million people (Japan's second-largest city)

Population

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are clear and mild. Rain is frequent during the rainy season and the typhoon season.

Climate

Japanese (English is also understood in some tourist areas)

Language

Japanese yen (JPY)

Currency

Spring (March to May) and autumn (October to November) are comfortable.

Best time to visit

Local food

Chinese food in Yokohama Chinatown, shumai, sanma-men, Iekei ramen

Sights

Minato Mirai 21 and Landmark TowerYokohama ChinatownRed Brick Warehouse and Yamashita ParkViews from Osanbashi Pier

Monthly average high / low temperatures

10°

3°Jan

11°

3°Feb

14°

6°Mar

19°

11°Apr

23°

16°May

26°

19°Jun

29°

23°Jul

31°

24°Aug

27°

21°Sep

22°

16°Oct

17°

10°Nov

13°

5°Dec

Unit: °C · Adapted from Japan Meteorological Agency climate normals · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: Yokohama · about 1.7 km from port · elevation difference about 34 m · Last checked: Oct 3, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices for travelers

Similar to Tokyo

Compared with Tokyo, Japan (median of items)100 (Tokyo = 100)

Compared with Tokyo, everything costs about the same.

¥108

Water 370 ml

¥525

Coffee

¥900

Inexpensive meal

¥665

Local beer

¥500

Big Mac

Prices in Tokyo and Yokohama. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 · Sources: Shop and menu prices · The Economist, Big Mac Index (CC BY 4.0)

Getting there from Japan

HND

Nearest airport

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Airport to port (approx.)

A — Direct flight

Ease of access

About 17 km from airport to port (straight-line distance)ApproximateCalculated from OurAirports coordinates (Oct 4, 2026)

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

Japan & AsiaMar–Jun 2027

Source: Wikipedia “Yokohama” (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Checked Jul 22, 2026

Yokohama

Port highlights

Getting there from Japan

Itineraries calling here

5-Night Japan & Asia Cruise from Yokohama

9-Night Japan & Asia Cruise from Yokohama

10-Night Japan & Asia Cruise from Yokohama

7-Night Japan & Asia Cruise from Yokohama

Sources