Guided History & Nature Exploration in the Yokohama Hill Area

The tour is by Sayumi, the Official Kanagawa Tour Guide. Starting from Motomachi-Chukagai station, we will go up to Harbor View Park (by escalator) for the best photoshoot of the port for your Yokohama memory. Visit Yamate Bluff, where the foreign residents stayed after the opening of the port 150 years ago, which keeps its historical view, architectural style, and friendly atmosphere until today. Studio Ghibli's movie "From Up on Poppy Hill" is located here, too, so we will be able to visit some familiar spots from the movie. After having a relaxing teatime at the popular authentic Japanese tea salon, we will explore Motomachi, the original high street built back around the time of the opening of the port, full of unique and fashionable shops best for gifts and souvenirs. The final destination is Sankeien, 20 minutes from Motomachi by bus. You can enjoy the beauty of the traditional Japanese architecture and garden collection that provides every 'chic' from all over Japan.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Sankeien Gardens, 58-1 Hommoku Sannotani, Naka-Ku, Yokohama 231-0824 Kanagawa Prefecture

The ticket of the Garden is included in the guide fee. The guide will choose the spots to visit in the garden and explain the points to see and enjoy.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Harbor View Park, 1 Yamashitacho, Naka-ku, Yokohama 231-0862 Kanagawa Prefecture

The nice view of the port, and the best point for the photo-shoot.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Berrick Hall, 72 Yamatecho, Naka-ku, Yokohama 231-0862 Kanagawa Prefecture

We will choose one or two properties to visit, among many historical architectures and residences in the area of YAMATE BLUFF. (Berrick Hall could be one of them)

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Yokohama Foreign General Cemetery, 96 Yamatecho, Naka-ku, Yokohama 231-0862 Kanagawa Prefecture

This spot is very symbolic place to see how Yokohama started as the first contact point with the international society 150 years ago.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Yokohama Motomachi Shopping Street, 1 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Yokohama 231-0861 Kanagawa Prefecture

This shopping street used to be the "bridge" between the local people of Yokohama and the newly joined foreign residents. We can still feel the unique atmosphere of the street and the attractive shops with long history. Both the old and new shops are the appropriate destination to find the best souvenirs and gifts for the guests. Plus we will be able to have the relaxing time with the authentic Japanese tea.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"It's a normal walk around town, but there are some ups and downs."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 4 Hours
Start location: Motomachi-Chūkagai Station, Yamashitacho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Coffee and/or Tea - Break with the authentic Japanese tea at the tea salon
• Admission fee for Sankeien
• Entry/Admission - Sankeien Gardens

Not Included

• Bus from Motomachi to Sankeien (220 yen)

Facilities