Sharing to you my one day trip to Yokohama from Tokyo travel guide. This trip was one of the many unforgettable trips in Japan. This is what happens when you travel solo. You will meet a lot of people in the hostels, in the club, or maybe in the bar. Who knows, just a seatmate inside the airplane?
When you meet another solo traveler, you will decide if you want to travel together. If you meet a local in that place, he or she will offer to show you around in some places you’ve never been.
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One Day Trip to Yokohama from Tokyo Travel Guide
If you remember from my previous blog post about first my solo trip in Japan, it was a mix of disaster, fun, and adventure.
I met this Japanese guy (his name is Hide), inside the club that he decided to ask for my Facebook. As of the moment, I am not sure if we are still friends on Facebook because I seldom see his updates. Anyway, this story happened two years ago already back in May 2015.
I am just reminiscing about this funny moment as part of my journey as a solo traveler.
He asked me nicely on Messenger although his original plan was to bring me to Shibuya to go shopping. I declined the idea of shopping because I don’t want to buy stuff.
I suggested that he would show me around to Yokohama. Yokohama was not on my itinerary but being a spontaneous traveler, I would love to experience it.
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How to Get to Yokohama from Tokyo?
Hide and I met at Shinjuku station. Please take note that Shinjuku is the craziest as it is the busiest subway in the world.
I got lost, we lost each other for a while due to the fact that I never had wifi connection in Tokyo. Thanks to 7-11 stores for the free wifi. At last, we made it and we met at a specific exit.
Getting to Yokohama depends on which the nearest station where you from. From Tokyo, there are 6 different trains for you to reach Yokohama without train transfers.
Trains can be found in this area: Tokyo, Shinjuku, Ueno, Shinagawa, Shibuya, and Ikebukuro.
- From Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ikebukuro you can take the Shonan-Shinjuku Line. The only route which you can reach Yokohama without the need for train transfer.
- Hop on to Tokyu Toyoko Line that will take 30 minutes from Shibuya station.
- Take the Keihin-Tohoku Line from Tokyo station, Ueno, and Shinagawa for 40 minutes.
- Board to Tokaido Main Line from Tokyo station, Shinagawa, and Ueno.
- Take the Keikyu Line from Shinagawa station.
- From Narita Airport, you can go straight to Yokohama using the JR Yokosuka Line.
- JR Yokosuka Line is just 26 minutes from Tokyo station.
- JR Tokaido Line is 25 minutes from Tokyo station.
Best Things to Do on a Yokohama Day Trip
You are maybe wondering what to do in Yokohama. There are so many things to see in Yokohama and you won’t regret to take a day trip from Tokyo.
1. Nipponmaru Memorial Park
What a lovely sight of the Nipponmaru as it was beautifully built. We got inside the Nippon Maru for free as it was the Yokohama Port Festival.
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2. Yokohama Port Museum
Lucky that it was Yokohama Port Festival that getting inside the museum was free for three days.
You can book the Sail Training Ship NIPPON MARU & Yokohama Port Museum Admission in Yokohama on Klook.
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3. Walking around Minato Mirai
There’s a lot of things to do in Minato Mirai. It is better to get around if you can lend a bike.
- Landmark Tower Sky Garden – Offers breathtaking views of Tokyo and Mount Fuji on clear days. Get the Yokohama Landmark Tower Sky Garden Ticket on Klook.
- Cosmo World – A small amusement park with the famous Cosmo Clock 21 Ferris Wheel.
- Cup Noodles Museum – Learn about the history of instant ramen and make your own cup noodles!
4. Visit the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum
A must for food lovers! This unique museum showcases regional ramen styles from all over Japan. Book the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum on Klook.
- Try authentic ramen from different Japanese prefectures.
- Learn about the history of ramen and its cultural significance.
5. Sankein Garden
Best times to visit are during the Spring season and Autumn season. Bring your cameras to take photos here. Get your Sankein Garden Admission on Klook.
6. Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise
If you’re staying in Yokohama and spending few more days here, spend a day in this amusement park with a theme park, mall, and an aquarium.
Get your Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise Ticket on Klook.
7. Yokohama Marine Tower Observation
This is optional but your might want to check it out.
Get your Yokohama Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket on Klook.
8. Yokohama Bay Bridge
We stayed in a cafe to have some snack and drink some coffee.
9. Hikawa Maru
When I saw Hikawa Maru, it reminds me of the movie Titanic.
10. Yamashita Park
When I was here at Yamashita Park, I felt envious of the kids because they were having fun with the waters. It was really hot that time. It was the month of May, Spring just finished so it was approaching summer.
11. Yokohama Chinatown
At Chinatown, we went to the fortune teller but I forgot already what the fortune teller told me. It was in Nihongo or Japanese so I could not understand anything.
There are some places I haven’t visited yet and other photos I haven’t uploaded on Instagram and Flickr. It was a tiring day because we met early in the morning.
12. Passed by the Red Brick Warehouse
It’s a shopping and dining complex and it was full of people because of the Yokohama festival.
Get the Klook Pass Yokohama on Klook.
Budget for a Yokohama Day Trip
Expense | Estimated Cost (JPY) |
Train fare (round trip) | 1,000 – 1,500 |
Food & snacks | 2,000 – 4,000 |
Attractions | 1,500 – 3,000 |
Shopping & souvenirs | 2,000 – 5,000 |
Total | 6,500 – 13,500 |
Tips for a Great Yokohama Day Trip
- Start early to maximize your time.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you’ll be walking a lot.
- Check the weather forecast for the best experience.
- Bring cash for small purchases in Chinatown and local markets.
Is Yokohama worth visiting for a day?
Yes! Yokohama is definitely worth visiting for a day. It’s a vibrant city with a mix of modern attractions, historical sites, and beautiful waterfront views. It’s a great side trip from Tokyo (only about 30 minutes by train)
Back to Tokyo
I went back to my hostel in Tokyo like eight in the evening and suddenly, a Dutch guy asked me with an annoyed voice, “What were you doing in Yokohama?”
I just answered, “I went on a date!”
The Dutch guy sent a Facebook message that morning but I was in Yokohama already as he was expecting me to arrive from Osaka to Tokyo. But the moment I arrived at my hostel at 7 AM, I just had a quick shower, left my backpack and went to Yokohama. Ah, anyway that’s another story. The spontaneous Yokohama Day Tour ended well.
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