Enjoy a slow-paced leisure in the most populous city of Japan: 3 must-visit spots in Yokohama
Reported and photographed by Yu Jiayun / Yokohama, Japan
You may have heard of Yokohama, but you're probably not as familiar with it as you are with Tokyo, Osaka, or Kyoto. Yet, Yokohama, located in the Kantō region of Japan, is the country’s most populous city and an important hub for tourism, commerce, and trade. While it may not be as developed as first-tier cities in terms of tourism, Yokohama offers a more relaxed vibe, less crowds, and plenty of attractions perfect for slowing down and savoring.
▲ The Western-style mansion and garden of the Diplomat's House.
1. Diplomat's House
The Diplomat's House was once the private residence of Japanese diplomat Uchida Sadachika, who served as the Consul General in New York during the Meiji period and later as the Minister Plenipotentiary to Turkey. This Victorian-style Western mansion, designed by an American architect, boasts a rather luxurious exterior with Baroque elements. In addition to the building itself, the Diplomat's House features a spacious garden filled with colorful flowers and plants, giving off the atmosphere of an opulent foreign estate. ▲ %纪饨还僦?宜娲Χ悸桃獍蝗弧＜/strong> 2. Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum Want to try authentic ramen from all over Japan in one go? As long as your stomach can handle it, you could easily eat ten bowls at once. The exterior of the Ramen Museum looks much like any other ordinary shop, but inside it’s a whole different world. Walk through alleyways lined with shops styled after Japan’s Showa era, complete with grocery stores, ramen shops, and even a hot spring bathhouse. Go further down, and you’ll find yourself in a nostalgic old street scene that feels like a journey back in time. Ramen specialties from Hokkaido in the north to Kyushu in the south are all available here. During peak hours, every shop is packed, and you’ll also see local office workers coming here for a meal — it’s a beloved ramen spot even among locals. ▲ %挤氯毡揪烧押褪逼诘慕址环瘴А＜/strong> ▲ The museum serves ramen from all over Japan. 3. Red Brick Warehouse The Red Brick Warehouse is a highly iconic attraction in the Yokohama area, repurposing two century-old red brick buildings into a cultural and creative complex. The site spans a large area, housing numerous specialty shops selling artsy goods and souvenirs, as well as restaurants. Located right next to Yokohama Port, it’s also a great place for a leisurely stroll. The warehouse’s exterior walls make for excellent photo opportunities, and you could easily spend an afternoon just wandering around. ▲ Yokohama’s Red Brick Warehouse is located right next to Yokohama Port. ▲ The red-brick architecture bears some resemblance to Taipei’s Huashan 1914 Creative Park. ▲ The Yokohama Port area is perfect for a walk and some fresh air.
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