What to do and see in Nishi, Kanto: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

May 22, 2021 Carley Gatson

Discover the best top things to do in Nishi, Japan including Yokohama Minato Mirai 21, Yokohama Landmark Tower Sky Garden, Landmark Tower, Yokohama Museum of Art, Nogeyama Zoo, Pacifico Yokohama Rinko Park, Nipponmaru Memorial Park, Iseyama Kotai Shrine, Yokohama Anpanman Children's Museum, Mitsubishi Minatomirai Industrial Museum.
Restaurants in Nishi

1. Yokohama Minato Mirai 21

Minatomirai, Nishi, Yokohama Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-682-4403 http://minatomirai21.com/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 2,264 reviews

Yokohama Minato Mirai 21

When Japan emerged from centuries of isolation in the mid-19th century, Yokohama was a tiny seaside village, home to only 100 people or so. But as the tide of internationalization rose, a port was established and Yokohama began to grow as a gateway to Japan. Yokohama is now a leading international trading port, the second largest city in Japan after Tokyo. Situated just a short distance along the coast from the Japanese capital, and within easy reach of Haneda Airport, Yokohama is now a magnet for tourists not just from Japan but from every corner of the world; it's a place everyone wants to visit. Minato Mirai 21 is a modern urban development that was created, and continues to evolve, on 186ha of land. A shipbuilding facility that used to divide Yokohama's two main urban centers on Tokyo Bay was relocated, and additional land was reclaimed from the sea. In 1989 an exposition was held to mark the 100th anniversary of Yokohama's city status and the 130th anniversary of the opening of Yokohama Port. Following that event development gathered momentum, and now the area boasts office blocks, commercial facilities, hotels, amusement parks and convention facilities, as well as such cultural amenities as art museums and concert halls. This, the new face of Yokohama, offers an entire spectrum of urban functions and attracts more than 70 million visitors every year. Minato Mirai 21 is full of great experiences. The liberating expanse of Tokyo Bay and the dynamic appeal of the contemporary architecture contribute to the area's strikingly unusual beauty, which you can enjoy from the elegant surroundings of several first-class hotels. For the shopper, more than 600 stores offer an astonishingly broad selection of goods ranging from top fashion brands to animation character merchandise. Apart from excellent Japanese cuisine, delicious food from around the world is available at more than 200 restaurants. Theme parks offer exciting rides, parks a place to sit and enjoy the seascape. Packed with pleasure, Minato Mirai 21 is a fun place to visit with family and friends at any time of year, on any occasion, and for so many different reasons. If you move on to the area beyond Minato Mirai 21, you'll find intriguing glimpses of a fascinating history in the Kannai district, which developed quickly in the second half of the 19th century after the Port of Yokohama opened, and beyond Kannai you'll arrive at Japan's largest Chinatown. Yokohama offers points of interest that no other city can match. And just a day trip away are some of the best hot spring baths in Japan at Hakone, as well as the globally renowned beauty of Mt. Fuji. So after a day of fun in Minato Mirai 21, you can spend the night at one of the area's great hotels and then the next day you can be soaking in an onsen or admiring a view of Mt. Fuji. That is the special appeal of a relaxing holiday based in Japan's new leading tourism and leisure destination: Minato Mirai 21.

Reviewed By 19dwaynek - Yokohama, Japan

Minato Mirai is by many accounts one of the best places to visit in Yokohama. The area is conveniently located two train stops away from Yokohama station. Minato Mirai has several shopping centers within close proximity of each other, lots of cafes and shops, as well as a carnival style amusement park full of fun and exciting rides, plus a ferris wheel. The Yokohama Hard Rock Cafe is located in Minato Mirai. Minato Mirai also offers a beautiful view of the port and Yokohama Bay. There's places full of activities for families with children as well as romantic spots for couples. The historical Red Brick Warehouse of Yokohama is also in the area. The Red Brick Warehouse often has a lot of interesting events worth checking out. If you go to Yokohama without visiting Minato Mirai, then you are missing out.

2. Yokohama Landmark Tower Sky Garden

2-2-1, Minatomirai, Nishi, Yokohama 220-0012 Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-222-5015 http://www.yokohama-landmark.jp/skygarden/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 948 reviews

Yokohama Landmark Tower Sky Garden

Reviewed By wwwho

After a ride up a fast elevator, you're greeted with a great view of Yokohama and the surrounding areas.

3. Landmark Tower

2-2-1, Minatomirai, Nishi, Yokohama 220-8190 Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-222-5030 http://www.yokohama-landmark.jp/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 818 reviews

Landmark Tower

Tallest building in Japan with the world's fastest elevator.

Reviewed By Yuko-Stu - Yokohama, Japan

This whole area is great for walking and relaxing. On a hot August day it is a comfortable place.to spend the time.

4. Yokohama Museum of Art

3-4-1, Minatomirai, Nishi, Yokohama 220-0012 Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-221-0300 http://yokohama.art.museum/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 311 reviews

Yokohama Museum of Art

5. Nogeyama Zoo

63-10 Oimatsucho, Nishi, Yokohama 220-0032 Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-231-1307 http://www.hama-midorinokyokai.or.jp/zoo/nogeyama/
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4.0 based on 615 reviews

Nogeyama Zoo

Reviewed By CrowellFamily - Ada, United States

The park was much more than we expected especially since it was FREE. It had lion, tiger, giraffes, bears, a panda, and much more.

6. Pacifico Yokohama Rinko Park

1-1-1, Minatomirai, Nishi, Yokohama 220-0012 Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-221-2155 [email protected] https://www.pacifico.co.jp/visitor/floorguide/outside/tabid/207/Default.aspx
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 195 reviews

Pacifico Yokohama Rinko Park

Reviewed By MP1293

There's a nice park and big ferris wheel; walk a little further and you'll be in a nice comfy park with lots of trees; you'll also get a good view of the bay and enjoy the sea breeze. There's also a big exhibition centre that hosts many events.

7. Nipponmaru Memorial Park

2-7-10, Minatomirai, Nishi, Yokohama 220-0012 Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-221-0280 http://www.nippon-maru.or.jp/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 227 reviews

Nipponmaru Memorial Park

Reviewed By lescrodel - Greensborough, Australia

This area is deceptive, very long walks so be prepared with a sun umbrella in summer. The park has lots to see and do for everyone, but it is a Japanese based location, ie focuses on tourism for domestic travelers, despite seeming as though it is international. Do not let this put you off, by time the olympics is up and running (pun intended), this will be a fun place to visit. The Nissan ca display and the amazing modern architecture is the attraction here, but also the sunsets- do not miss, just keep cool in summer!

8. Iseyama Kotai Shrine

64 Miyazaki-Cho, Nishi, Yokohama 220-0031 Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-241-1122 http://www.iseyama.jp
Excellent
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4.0 based on 123 reviews

Iseyama Kotai Shrine

Reviewed By Anna_Jo_2011 - Stockholm, Sweden

Lovely peaceful place that as an added bonus has a quite nice view towards the ocean and the beachfront of Yokohama. The shrine is not very big and it is easy to walk around everything during a short visit. I didn't find any signposts pointing towards the shrine but it is easy to find nonetheless.

9. Yokohama Anpanman Children's Museum

6-2-9, Minatomirai, Nishi, Yokohama 220-0012 Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-227-8855 http://www.yokohama-anpanman.jp
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 402 reviews

Yokohama Anpanman Children's Museum

Reviewed By wesleywaisiu - Singapore, Singapore

This new Anpanman theme park is a must go for the kids (below 6 years old) even if they don't know who is Anpanman or can't speak Japanese. The shows are very entertaining which you can guess what they are doing. The indoor playground is fun. A lot of cute merchandise, and the characters are everywhere, even in toilet bowl. The bakery shop sell Anpanman character bread and the food court also have a lot of Anpanman food. However, if you are going by yourself or group of adult, I suggest you to skip this as you may not be able to feel the joy here.

10. Mitsubishi Minatomirai Industrial Museum

3-3-1 Mitsubishijuko Yokohama Building, Minatomirai, Nishi, Yokohama 220-0012 Kanagawa Prefecture +81 45-200-7351 http://www.mhi.com/jp/expertise/museum/minatomirai/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.0 based on 184 reviews

Mitsubishi Minatomirai Industrial Museum

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