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Tokyo 23 wards.

Hikawa Maru Cruise

Hikawa Maru was a passenger and cargo ship built by NYK in 1930 for the Seattle route. The Hikawa Maru, which was completed against this backdrop, became the most advanced ship of the time. During the war, the ship became a special hospital ship for the navy. It survived three mine strikes until the end of the war, and was restored to a passenger and cargo ship after the war, returning to the Seattle route in 1953. Hikawa Maru was decommissioned when it reached 30 years old. During its operation, it crossed the Pacific Ocean 254 times, carrying a total of more than 25,000 passengers, and made great contributions to the passenger and cargo industry. After being decommissioned in 1960, the ship was moored in front of Yamashita Park in 1961 for people to visit, and was renamed "NYK Hikawa Maru" and reopened in 2008. As the only remaining passenger and cargo ship built in Japan before the war, the ship truly displays the shipbuilding technology of the time and the interior decoration of the passenger ship. It has been highly regarded as a valuable industrial heritage and was designated as an important cultural property in 2016.

Yokohama Chinatown

Yokohama Chinatown, the largest Chinatown in Japan. Yokohama Chinatown is located in Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, and is one of the largest Chinatowns in Japan. This street was built during the Guangxu period of the Republic of China. It is the earliest Chinese settlement in Yokohama and one of the earliest Chinese settlements in Japan. There are many Chinese restaurants, snack stalls, shops and temples in Chinatown. It is one of the popular places for tourists to taste Chinese food, buy Chinese specialty products and experience Chinese culture. In Chinatown, tourists can taste authentic Chinese food such as Peking duck, Shanghai dumplings, Cantonese fried rice, etc. In addition, there are memorial halls, museums and temples in the block, such as Confucius Temple and Guanyin Temple, for tourists to visit and learn more about Chinese culture. Chinatown also holds various celebrations and cultural festivals every year, attracting a large number of tourists to participate. The most famous of these is the "Chinatown Spring Festival Temple Fair" during the Spring Festival every year. Lanterns and colorful flags are arranged on the street, and there are lion dances, dragon dances and traditional music performances. Various celebrations make the entire block full of festive and lively atmosphere.

Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse

The Red Brick Warehouse is a brick building from the Meiji and Taisho eras. It retains its popular exterior, but has a completely new interior. Building 1 has a lobby and a multi-purpose venue; Building 2 has a music accompaniment restaurant and a beer restaurant, and there are more than 30 restaurants and shops. Surrounded by a large tree-lined park, it is a great place to relax.

Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum

Opened on March 6, 1994, the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum is the world's first ramen theme park, designed to create a one-stop service experience where people can enjoy the flavor of ramen in famous shops across Japan without having to travel. Visitors can visit the exhibition area on the first floor to learn about the history and culture of ramen. In the "Ramen Making Experience Class", visitors can make noodles using the traditional Chinese "green bamboo" method and enjoy the fun of transforming flour into ramen (fee/reservation required). The museum recreates the street scene of Japan in 1958, with seven ramen shops located in it. It was also the same year that the world's first instant ramen was introduced.

Yokohama Cosmo World

Yokohama COSMO WORLD (Yokohama Space World) is an urban three-dimensional amusement park. The park, which does not require admission, has a variety of amusement facilities. In addition to thrilling rides such as the giant Ferris wheel and roller coaster, there are also game areas and haunted houses. Among them, virtual reality experience activities through VR and 3D virtual technology are particularly popular. In addition, there are carousels and cartoon character-shaped amusement rides that children like. There are many small catering shops throughout the park, providing snacks and drinks that you can eat and play at the same time. You can also buy Yokohama-specific personalized souvenirs in the store.

Yokohama Landmark Tower

Standing 296 meters tall, the Yokohama Landmark Tower is an iconic symbol of Yokohama’s modern skyline and a marvel of architectural design. As the second tallest building in Japan, this impressive structure blends business, leisure, and stunning views, making it a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. One of the tower’s main attractions is the Sky Garden Observation Deck, located on the 69th floor. From here, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Yokohama, Tokyo Bay, and, on clear days, Mount Fuji. High-speed elevators reach the top in just 40 seconds, adding to the thrilling start of this unforgettable experience. Inside the tower, you’ll find Landmark Plaza, a multi-story shopping mall filled with a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Whether you’re looking for high-end fashion, unique souvenirs, or a delicious meal, Landmark Plaza has it all. The tower is also home to the Yokohama Royal Park Hotel, which offers luxurious accommodations with stunning views. Additionally, the tower’s office space houses numerous multinational companies, making it a bustling business hub.

Yokohama Minato Mirai 21

Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 is a seaside city built by redeveloping part of the city center of Yokohama. From the Meiji era to the 1980s, the area was still the site of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Yokohama Shipyard, the Takashima Dockyard of the National Railway Takashima Line, and the Takashima Ferry Terminal. The Minato Mirai area is traversed by two main roads, Minato Mirai Odori and Kokusai Odori, and the streets in the area are composed of Sakura-dori, Keyaki-dori, Ginkgo-dori, and Suzuka-dori. The core of the Minato Mirai area is the 296-meter-high Yokohama Landmark Building, which was built on the dock of the former shipyard. The dock became an important national cultural property in 1997.

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Tokyo 23 wards.