Where to Base
Base yourself in Minato Mirai 21 for modern hotels and skyline views, or near Chinatown for immersive cultural experiences and dining.

Yokohama, Japan's second-largest city by population and area, serves as a vibrant cosmopolitan port on Tokyo Bay. As the capital of Kanagawa Prefecture, it acts as a major economic and cultural hub within the Greater Tokyo Area. With a history dating back to its opening for Western trade in 1859, the city blends modern innovation with rich heritage. Key areas like Minato Mirai 21 offer sleek business facilities, while historic districts provide unique cultural experiences. For frequent travelers, Yokohama provides excellent connectivity to Tokyo and a diverse range of accommodations suitable for both leisure and business needs.
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Base yourself in Minato Mirai 21 for modern hotels and skyline views, or near Chinatown for immersive cultural experiences and dining.
Well-connected via the Keihin Industrial Zone, Yokohama offers easy access to Tokyo and other major ports, ideal for multi-city itineraries.
As a high-tech industrial hub, it hosts HQs for companies like Nissan and Isuzu, offering efficient business facilities and networking opportunities.

multisport stadium in Yokohama, Japan

baseball stadium in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

building in Kanagawa-ku, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan

lighthouse in Japan
Ferris wheel in Yokohama, Japan
cable-stayed bridge

museum in Yokohama, Japan about Japanese curry

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seat of the bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Yokohama, Japan

A museum in Yokohama City, Japan for anthropology and history
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Archive in Yokohama, Japan
After taking over his mother’s restaurant, the owner-chef opened his doors in the town where he was born and raised. The key to the flavour lies in the shijimi clams from Lake Shinji in Shimane Prefecture, after which the restaurant is named. The soup utilizes the umami of the shellfish’s succinic acid. To enjoy the true taste of the broth, we recommend the salt-flavoured option. The names of the fishermen who caught each day's clams are written on the blackboard, showing respect for both ingredients and producers.
The name comes from Shuzo Kishida’s passion for discovering the true essence of French cuisine. The chef pursues his quest through three processes: ingredients, flame and seasoning. For Kishida, ‘ingredients’ means deep respect for food producers, common to all aspects of cooking; ‘flame’ means flame-handling that is finely attuned to the fish or meat at hand; and ‘seasoning’ is flavouring that is tailored to each ingredient. The soul of cooking lies in this trinity. The white spaces on the menu leave space for your imagination.
WebsiteIn pursuit of a new expression of Japanese cuisine, the restaurant brings its own inventive ideas to the table. In the sashimi platter, each variety of seafood is paired with distinct seasonings and accompaniments. Inspired by the sauces of Western cuisine, grilled beef is served with smooth vegetable purées. The house’s credo, ‘onko-tokujitsu’, embodies a spirit of warmth, compassion and sincerity. That sincerity is evident in the way the chef approaches the work.
WebsiteThe veteran owner-chef has devoted his life to tonkatsu pork cutlets. As he fries pork loin and fillet, he concentrates on the changing colour of the coatings and the hiss of oil in the copper pot. Cabbage is chopped by hand as the pork sizzles. Deft, precise movements calculated with the final result in mind reassure guests. Craftsmanship learned the old-fashioned way, through patient repetition of the master’s lessons, reflects a stance of uncompromising commitment.
Northern Europe and Japan share comparable climates and have cultivated similar lore in fermentation. Building on his experience in Denmark, the chef cross-fertilised the fermentation cultures of the two countries to create a cuisine bursting with originality. The item simply labelled ‘Tsukemono’ or ‘Pickles’ is a traditional element of Japanese cuisine. Mackerel marinated in vinegar is mated with handmade miso. Ojiya, a kind of rice gruel, derives inspiration from fermented crucian carp sushi, a hometown-cooking favourite. The theme of ‘fermentation’ harmonises avant-garde with tradition.
WebsiteThe generously portioned, inventive dishes reflect the chef’s desire to satisfy. The signature Taichi Salad is piled high with over 30 types of vegetable. Whether cut, grilled, steamed or fried, each dish is prepared to bring out the flavour of the ingredients. The seasonal specials listed on the blackboard are also inviting. In summer, fragrant roast corn with butter soy sauce is this restaurant’s speciality. Each season brings a reason to return.
The chef is experienced in the gastronomic ways of both Tokyo and Paris. Intent on reaching new heights while broadening the base of French cuisine, he opened a bistro. He showcases his talents with items baked in pie pastry. Beef simmered in red wine and potato au gratin highlight the appeal of regional cuisines. ‘Le Monde Gourmand’ translates as ‘the world of the food lover’, and as the name suggests, this is the place to sample the world of fine dining in a casual setting.
WebsiteOne of the essential processes of wheat cultivation is treading the wheat. When the wheat plants bud, farmers tread them down so they grow up strong. The owner-chef named his shop Muginae, ‘wheat seedling’, as a prayer that it would grow as it overcame adversity, a hopeful shoot on the forest floor. Ramen, fragrant and homemade, has a smooth finish. Soup is seasoned with soy sauce, salt and dried sardines. Word has spread like wildfire, and now customers tread the streets of Minamioi from early morning for a cup of this restaurant’s delicious broth.
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