Yokohama  

When we are talking about Japanese tourism it would be impossible not to mention Yokohama. Being the second largest city in Japan with a population over 3 million people this city was the first one to be opened to foreigners after Edo Period ended. Situated only 25 minutes far from Tokyo it forms an impressive conurbation with plenty interesting things to see and to acknowledge. If you are intending to schedule a trip to Japan there isn’t probably a better way to start your exploring that visiting Yokohama first, a city that represents an introduction to Japan’s tourism industry and culture.
Once you reach it the large specter of activities and landmarks will totally amaze you. Now we will try to mention the most important among them in order to help you plan an effective and interesting city trip. Chinatown is an outstanding area of the city and it dates from 1859, being that largest in the world. Here you will be able to find plenty unique groceries and interesting souvenirs. Sports fan will be gladly surprised by the places that can be seen in Yokohama related to sports. Baseball amateurs can have their entertainment while watching a game at Bay Stars Stadium, probably the most fun place to enjoy a game and soccer lovers should head to Nissan Stadium where 2002 FIFA WORLD CUP was held. If you are interested in some architectural structures try to see Marine Tower. This on-land lighthouse is known to be the largest in the world, so it surely is worth visiting. Moroka Kumano Shrine and Shomyo Temple represent the most important sacred destination of Yokohama and a true cultural treasure for tourists interested in ecclesiastic sights. For a better city view go to Sky Walks or Landmark Tower, to places that open some breathtaking panoramas of Yokohama, very demanded among photographers. There are moments when relaxing a quite atmosphere are required and if you are thinking that it would be a problem to enjoy that kind of atmosphere here, than you are totally wrong. There are plenty of beautiful parks where visitors can relax in the middle of gorgeous nature surroundings. Sankei-en Park, Yamashita Park and Kamoike Park are just few of them. One more interesting landmark, a symbol of the city is Hikawa-Maru, a passenger liner that can be seen in the Yokohama harbor. It is famous for making 238 voyages across the Pacific to Seattle and Vancouver between 1930 and 160, that is why admiring this “national pride” should be included in your must do list.
We ensure you that Yokohama surely is a marvelous city that has an impressive amount of interesting places and activities to share with you. So make sure to deepen in the Japanese culture, try some local specialties and enjoy all the entertainment this place offers.