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Yokohama Chinatown (横浜中華街, Yokohama Chūkagai) is Japan's largest Chinatown, located in central Yokohama. A large number of Chinese stores and restaurants can be found in the narrow and colorful streets of Chinatown.
- The History of Yokohama Chinatown
- Masobyo Temple
- Chinese Food Options
- Non-Chinese Food Options
- In Conclusion
The history of Yokohama Chinatown can be traced back to 1859, when this part of Kanagawareally blossomed as a modern trading port. This brought opportunities for Chinese traders and businessmen – mostly from Shanghai, Guangdong, and Hong Kong – to set up shop and bring their own business to Tokyo. At this time, Yokohama Chinatown grew quickly and e...
Arguably the most awe-inspiring attraction in Yokohama Chinatown is that of Masobyo Temple (Ma Zhu Miao in Mandarin), found behind Yamashitacho Park and entered via Minami-Mon Silk Road. This incredible, jaw-dropping Taoist templeis faithful in appearance and design to those found in Taiwan, such as Taipei’s Longshan Temple. Masobyo Temple is rathe...
While there are quite a few dining choices from other East and Southeast Asian countries, the wealth of Chinese cuisine options in Yokohama Chinatown is still impressive, with Cantonese cuisine being the most prominent. Two of the finest Cantonese restaurants in Yokohama Chinatown are Shofukumon and Saikoushinkan. Both are open from noon to late ev...
Beyond the quality Chinese options, there are several food and drinkoptions available in Yokohama Chinatown. One prominent sight on the busy streets of this neighbourhood is that of Taiwanese bao vendors. Street food is an integral part of Taiwanese culture, and that has been brought over to Yokohama in the form of cheap, wholesome bao bun vendors ...
With a rich history and a vibrant, colourful atmosphere, Yokohama Chinatown is a place of colour and excitement, where you can try some of the best Cantonese and Shanghainese food in Japan, as well as some excellent Taiwanese bubble tea and Vietnamese coffee. And, while it’s the food that draws you in, seeing and exploring Masobyo Taoist Templeis a...
Top ways to experience Yokohama Chinatown. 4 Day Tour - Mount. Fuji, Tokyo, Hakone, Kamakura and Yokohama. Yokohama's Chinatown is the largest Chinatown I have visited. There are many restaurants featuring dishes from various regions of China and Taiwanese cuisine, making it hard to decide which one to enter.
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Yokohama Chinatown. Activities and Attractions, Food and Restaurants. Yokohama Chinatown is known as the world’s best Chinese food spot. With more than 600 shops in only a 250,000 square meter area there are plenty of restaurants to choose from.
One of the three major Chinatowns in Japan, "Yokohama Chinatown" is a city lined with numerous Chinese restaurants. From take-out gourmet food and all-you-can-eat affordable dishes to authentic Chinese cuisine, you can enjoy according to your budget.
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May 21, 2013 · Yokohama's Chinatown is a vibrant place to go in search of anything Chinese, be it food, clothing or souvenirs. Alternatively you can get yourself a fish pedicure. This involves sinking your feet into a water tank and having Garra Rufa fish eat away your dry skin for a small fee.
Yokohama’s renowned Chinatown district is Japan’s largest. The densely packed area has 300 or so Chinese shops and restaurants to explore, so bring your appetite and leave plenty of time for your visit.
