Yamashita Park

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Yamashita Park

A Relaxing Spot that Faces Yokohama Port.

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Yamashita Park is located by the sea, just a short walk from Yokohama Chinatown. It was opened in March of 1930, reclaiming the waterfront using rubble caused by the Great Kanto Earthquake.

The park spans 7.4 hectares and features a spacious promenade, flower beds, and fountains, and it is a popular place of relaxation for Yokohama locals and tourists alike. There are stunning views of Yokohama’s iconic beautiful scenery, including Yokohama Port and the Landmark Tower, and the park is popular for both its day and night views.

The park is also home to various monuments, such as the famous statue “The Girl with Red Shoes,” the “Yokohama Indian Water Fountain” donated by the local Indian community, and the “Guardian of Water” donated by Yokohama’s sister city of San Diego.

It is also a famous spot for roses, featuring 1,900 roses across around 160 species in bloom during spring and autumn.

Highlights

  • Facing Yokohama Port, the park’s scenery is stunning. Its nighttime view is especially popular.
  • Various beautiful monuments are scattered about the park.
  • The park is famous for its roses, which are in full bloom during spring and autumn.
  • Located close to popular tourist spots, such as Yokohama Chinatown and Marine Tower.

Photos

  • Yamashita Park faces Yokohama Port

    Yamashita Park faces Yokohama Port

  • Visitors can see beautiful flowers in every season

    Visitors can see beautiful flowers in every season

  • Yokohama Indian Water Fountain

    Yokohama Indian Water Fountain

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

No free Wi-Fi available.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

Yes, coin lockers are available at the Rest House in front of the WHARF HOUSE. For more details, please contact the WHARF HOUSE directly.

Q

Are there restrooms available?

A

Yes, there are.

Q

Are there smoking areas?

A

No.

Reviews

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  • Super relaxing spot—perfect for a stroll, enjoying the sea breeze, and watching the ships and harbor views. It really has that romantic Yokohama vibe, and it's a great place for a date!

  • At Yamashita Park, you can enjoy breathtaking ocean views. Since it faces Tokyo Bay, you get a great overlook of the bay and Yokohama Port, plus the refreshing sea breeze.

    This seaside park has such beautiful and pleasant scenery. Taking a stroll here is honestly so relaxing. 😌

  • This spot is definitely worth visiting! You can enjoy a distant view of Yokohama Port, and there are lots of flowers and plants to see in the park. When you get tired, you can relax on a bench, sip some coffee, soak up the sun, and just enjoy the laid-back vibe.

    Yamashita Park was created on reclaimed land, and it's super romantic and beautiful here. The docked ships are really impressive to see.

Details

Name in Japanese
山下公園
Postal Code
231-0023
Address
279 Yamashitacho, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa
Telephone
045-671-3648 (Yokohama City Central Park Division)
Closed
Free to walk
Hours
Walk anytime
Admission
Free
Access
Approx. 3 minutes on foot from Motomachi-Chukagai Station on the Minato Mirai Line
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)