Neighborhood guide
The waterfront and central districts near major rail stations keep hotels, shopping, and sights within easy walking distance. Quieter residential areas further from the harbor still offer good rail access into the city center.
Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan uses Asia/Tokyo, currently JST (UTC+09:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Yokohama is one of the larger cities in Japan, with a population of about 3.8 million. It keeps the same time year-round, with no daylight saving changes.
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The waterfront and central districts near major rail stations keep hotels, shopping, and sights within easy walking distance. Quieter residential areas further from the harbor still offer good rail access into the city center.
The harbor area and surrounding parks are pleasant to explore on foot for much of the year, with spring and autumn offering the mildest, most comfortable temperatures. Evening views of the waterfront are a popular draw once the lights come on.
An extensive and reliable rail network makes getting around straightforward, supplemented by buses for routes further from stations. Taxis are available but generally more expensive than public transit for longer trips.
Yokohama has a temperate climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters, plus a rainy season in June. Spring and autumn generally provide the most comfortable weather for exploring outdoors.
Japan uses the JPY, calling code +81.
Japan uses the Japanese yen, and Japanese is the official language, with English signage common in major stations and tourist areas but less so elsewhere. A polite, somewhat formal manner, including a slight bow in greetings, is customary.