Neighborhood
Yokohama Chinatown
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Yokohama Chinatown is the largest Chinatown in Japan, located just south of Tokyo. It has about 250 Chinese-owned shops and restaurants, with the highest concentration in a 300-square-meter area. You can see colorful gates, temples, and a lively street-food scene.
Don't miss
- The large goodwill gate built in 1955, marking official recognition of the district
- Mazu Miao temple, established in 2006 for the 150th anniversary
- Roughly 250 Chinese-owned shops and restaurants concentrated in a compact area
- Free WiFi under the network name 'YOKOHAMA CHINATOWN Wi-Fi'
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Yokohama Chinatown
You don't need a tour to visit, entry is free. A tour is worth it if you want transport, a guide, or to combine Yokohama Chinatown with nearby sights in one day. That's what these do well.
Cheapest way in【Tokyo】JDM Daikoku Parking Area & Nissan Facility Tour4.9★ · 107 travelers2-3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$53 per personSee dates →
Best full dayTokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama: Private Tour, Licensed Guide4.9★ · 150 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$183 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleBest of Tokyo Private Tour for Yokohama Cruise Passengers5★ · 21 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$151 per personSee dates →Getting there
Know before you go
- Reach Chinatown via Motomachi-Chūkagai Station on the Minatomirai Line (35 minutes from Shibuya Station in Tokyo) or Ishikawachō Station on the Negishi Line.
- There are 6 bus routes from Yokohama Station East bus depot and Sakuragichō Bus Depot, plus 16 routes that go to Chinatown.
- A seabus (ferry) also serves Chinatown.
A bit of history
The area was settled by Chinese immigrants after the port opened in 1859. The 1923 Great Kantō earthquake killed about a third of the Chinese population, but survivors shifted toward food businesses. After Japan and China established diplomatic relations in 1972, visitor numbers surged, and it became a major sightseeing spot.
Common questions
How many people live in Yokohama Chinatown?
The population is about 3,000 to 4,000.
Is there free WiFi in Chinatown?
Yes, free WiFi is available under the network name 'YOKOHAMA CHINATOWN Wi-Fi'.
What happened to Chinatown during the 1923 earthquake?
About 1,541 Chinese residents died, roughly one-third of the pre-earthquake population. Many survivors returned to China, and the community shifted toward food businesses.
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