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2-Day Yokohama Weekend Itinerary: Minato Mirai, Chinatown, Sankeien & Ramen Museum

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Day 1: Bayfront & Chinatown

Yokohama, Japan on November 20, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Bills (Landmark Plaza)

Start with Australian-style breakfast classics (pancakes, ricotta hotcakes) in Landmark Plaza for a relaxed harbor-side morning — Landmark Plaza shops typically open from 9:00. Good spot to plan the day and enjoy views of Minato Mirai.
JPY1200, 1h0m

10:00am

Landmark Tower Sky Garden (Observation Deck)

Take the high-speed elevator to the Sky Garden for panoramic views of Yokohama and, on clear days, Mt. Fuji; observation deck hours generally start at 10:00 (check seasonal closing times).
JPY1000, 1h0m

11:30am

CupNoodles Museum Yokohama

Interactive museum about instant noodles where you can create your own CupNoodles (museum typically open 10:00–18:00; last entry or activities may end earlier—confirm the day you visit).
JPY500, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse (Akarenga)

Enjoy seafood, burgers or Japanese-Western café fare in one of the historic warehouses facing the bay; shops and restaurants usually open from 11:00 onward and make for a scenic lunch stop.
JPY1800, 1h0m

2:30pm

Stroll Yamashita Park & visit Hikawa Maru

Walk the waterfront at Yamashita Park for fresh sea air and visit the Hikawa Maru historic ocean liner (Hikawa Maru museum hours typically ~9:30–17:00); the park itself is open 24/7.
JPY700, 1h0m

4:00pm

Motomachi Shopping Street and café break

Wander Motomachi’s boutiques and specialty shops, then relax at a local café — Motomachi shops commonly operate from ~10:00–19:00, ideal for late-afternoon browsing.
JPY0, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner in Yokohama Chinatown (Heichinrou or similar)

Feast on Cantonese dim sum or classic Chinese dishes in one of the landmark restaurants in Chinatown; most major restaurants are open around 11:00–21:00, making dinner here convenient and lively.
JPY3000, 1h30m

8:30pm

Minato Mirai night view & Cosmo Clock 21 (Ferris wheel)

End the night with illuminated harbor views—ride the Cosmo Clock Ferris wheel for a quick skyline panorama (operating hours vary by season; often open into the evening).
JPY1000, 0h30m

Day 2: Gardens & Ramen

Yokohama, Japan on November 21, 2025

9:00am

Sankeien Garden

A spacious traditional Japanese garden with historic buildings and seasonal foliage; Sankeien is typically open 9:00–17:00 (last entry around 16:30) — go early for quieter paths and better light for photos.
JPY700, 1h30m

11:30am

Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum (Lunch)

Taste regional ramen styles from around Japan in a unique, retro indoor street scene — the museum usually opens at 11:00; admission is modest and ramen bowls are purchased separately, making it a fun food-focused lunch.
JPY380, 1h30m

1:30pm

Yokohama Museum of Art

Browse modern and contemporary Japanese and international works; general hours are commonly 10:00–18:00 (check exhibit-specific hours and Tuesday closures).
JPY500, 1h30m

3:30pm

Osanbashi Pier & short Bay Cruise

Walk the architecturally striking Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal for harbor views, then take a short bay cruise (departure times and availability vary—book in advance if possible).
JPY1000, 0h40m

5:30pm

Early dinner / izakaya in Noge

Head to Noge for a lively, local izakaya experience with small plates and drinks — this area comes alive in the evening (many izakayas open from late afternoon through late night).
JPY3000, 2h0m

8:30pm

Return to Yokohama Station / Departure

Stroll back to Yokohama Station, pick up souvenirs or last-minute snacks at station shops, and prepare for onward travel; station shops typically stay open into the evening.
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