横浜ひとり旅｜食べて歩いてまた食べる。｜横浜中華街・カフェ・ホテル巡り｜みなとみらい観光

横浜ひとり旅｜食べて歩いてまた食べる。｜横浜中華街・カフェ・ホテル巡り｜みなとみらい観光

Yokohama is known as a romantic date spot. But actually, there are plenty of places you can enjoy even solo. From the stunning ocean view to Chinatown food and desserts at classic hotels— Today, I’m exploring Yokohama solo. I’m starting off at “Seabus,” a floating bus stop near Yokohama Station. I was going to take the subway to the city center, but since it’s such a sunny day, I decided to hop on a boat instead and enjoy the ocean view from the morning. Got my ticket 1,000 yen from Yokohama Station to Yamashita Park. Retro red and white seats. There are outdoor seats too! And we’re off! As soon as we set off, I realized how nice the breeze feels. I’ve been to Yokohama a few times, but it’s my first time taking the water bus. It’s completely different from the subway or regular bus— seeing the city from the water is amazing. Yokohama looks totally different from this angle. There are quite a few kids on board too. Even as an adult, it’s exciting— Everyone’s in such high spirits. Yokohama became this international port city after it opened to foreign trade in 1859. Before that, it was just a small village. The opening brought in people and cultures from overseas, and the city grew rapidly around the harbor. The Minato Mirai skyline, the big Ferris wheel—
all the iconic views of Yokohama. And there’s the Red Brick Warehouse. We’re cruising along smoothly. It takes about 30 minutes from Yokohama Station to Yamashita Park. Yokohama became this international port city after it opened to foreign trade in 1859. You get to see all the main Yokohama spots, like the Red Brick Warehouse, all in one ride. That’s the best part of this water bus. The waves are calm today,
so no chance of getting seasick. We’re getting close to Yamashita Park. That big ship over there, Hikawa Maru, is the landmark. The Hikawa Maru is really impressive! We’re about to arrive at the port. Getting off the boat. I’ve arrived at Yamashita Park. It’s pretty crowded, but the vibe is still calm and relaxed— The weather’s perfect too; some people are just sunbathing and enjoying the day. The flowers here are so well taken care of, it’s lovely. Time to explore the city a bit more. The first place I’m visiting is… When you come to Yokohama, you’ve got to start with Chinatown. So here I am—Yokohama Chinatown. Chinatown is so lively right now. First stop: “Jōgenrō,” a Shanghai restaurant founded in 1955. The interior is inspired by Shanghai’s social scene in the 1920s, with touches of old European style. I’ve got my seat. Let’s take a look at the menu. The first thing I noticed—there are so many options! From appetizers to stir-fried dishes, noodles, and more. Found my favorite dim sum. Dumplings, shumai, soup dumplings… Lots of unique flavors too. I ordered the mixed xiaolongbao set. These colorful dumplings are just too cute! The orange one has lobster inside—so fancy. So fluffy that the soup’s overflowing! They’re small enough to pop in one bite. Next is their signature xiaolongbao. The skin is chewy, and the hot soup inside is amazing. Then there’s the green one, flavored with yuzu pepper. And finally, the black dumpling— that one’s filled with truffle. Finished it in no time. Time to move on to the next spot. This one’s called Pâtissière Jōgenrō— it’s their dessert shop. The staff at the restaurant earlier actually recommended it, so I had to come check it out. The mint-green building really stands out. Let’s head inside. The first floor seems to be a Western-style pastry shop. I heard all the chandeliers and display cases were bought by the owner in Shanghai. The atmosphere mixes nostalgic Shanghai vibes with a touch of France— They sell things like financiers and cookies, but the flavors are quite special: almond, jasmine, and pu-erh tea. So cute—perfect for souvenirs. You can choose from mini to big packs. To use the café on the second floor, you order and pay downstairs first. They don’t have a huge dessert menu, but everything looks delicious. There’s a Shanghai-style afternoon tea set and even traditional Chinese mooncakes. For drinks, you can choose from flavored teas, coffee, or soft drinks. Order’s done. Taking the stairs up to the second floor. The wallpaper is so cute! I’ve got my seat. These tables and chairs are actually from Shanghai. The space is modeled after a French-style house from 1920s Shanghai. Such a stylish place. And here it is—the cheesecake mooncake set. It’s a mooncake filled with rare cheesecake. You can choose from red bean, black sesame, or pistachio— I went with pistachio. It has a light milky flavor and super smooth texture—so addictive. And this tea cup! So pretty. I think it’s from Shanghai too. The black oolong tea pairs perfectly with the mooncake. All finished. I’m feeling nicely full, so I’m going to take a walk around the city. I’m walking down a street near Yamashita Park— the sunlight filtering through the trees looks so beautiful. The breeze is a little cool, perfect for an after-meal stroll. After about a 10-minute walk. I’ve come to an area a bit away from the harbor— this is Motomachi Shopping Street. It all started back in 1859, when Yokohama first opened its port to the world. foods like ice cream, bread, milk, and beer were all introduced to Japan through Yokohama. And apparently, there’s still a bakery here that baked Japan’s very first loaf of bread. Let’s go to the bakery! This is Uchikipan, founded in 1888. Over 130 years of history and tradition in one bakery. They have everything—from simple rolls and baguettes to savory and sweet breads. Each bread has a little description on its label, so it’s fun to read through them. Everything looks so good. Their most famous one is called “England,” a British-style loaf. It’s slowly fermented over four days. Got my bread. It’s a small bakery, but I really enjoyed visiting it. After grabbing some bread, I’m heading to my next stop. I’ve seen Yokohama from the sea and the streets, so now it’s time to see it from above. I’m here at Yokohama Marine Tower. 1,000 yen for adults. The elevator takes you up to the observation floor, about 90 meters above the ground. There are two levels—29th and 30th floors. The view of the harbor is so beautiful. Yamashita Park looks so tiny from up here! Yokohama Marine Tower was built in 1961 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the port opening. It was once listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as Japan’s tallest lighthouse. After renovations, it’s now loved as one of Yokohama’s landmarks. Found a glass floor. My legs almost froze for a second! In the afternoon, the sunlight’s turned soft and gentle. It feels really nice. I got to see so many beautiful views in such a short time. あっという間に見学終了。 The view was just amazing. I’m back at Yamashita Park. Next, I’m going to check out the ship I’ve been curious about since this morning. You can see it right over there — the Hikawa Maru. Let’s go take a look inside. The Hikawa Maru was built in 1930 by NYK Line for the Seattle route. Even Charlie Chaplin, the famous “King of Comedy,” once sailed on it. The admission fee is just 300 yen for adults — pretty reasonable, right? The round window looks so retro and cute. Beyond it, you can see Yokohama’s skyline. First stop, the passenger area. This is the first-class children’s room. The walls are covered with cute, child-themed paintings. Back in the day, female crew members called “stewardesses” looked after the kids here. It’s such a charming little room —perfect for children. This is so surreal. Next is the first-class dining salon. A grand, spacious room that feels like a luxury restaurant. Feels like I’m in a fancy restaurant. The meals from that era are recreated here. You can even sit at the tables, not just look around. Upstairs by the stairs. Upstairs by the stairs. This room was once used for official receptions on board. At night, the chairs and carpets were cleared away for dance parties and social gatherings. Such gorgeous, elegant decor. Now heading to the guest rooms— this is the first-class suite. It was used by celebrities and VIPs, including Charlie Chaplin himself. The wall paintings and interiors remain just as they were when the ship was built. A cute room that feels like a European castle. Finally, the deck. It feels like standing right above the sea, with the ocean breeze gently brushing past. Time moves slowly up here. My visit to the Hikawa Maru went by so fast, but it was such a lovely experience. Next stop — Hotel New Grand. A historic hotel that opened in 1927. The exterior is stunning, so full of presence. No wonder it’s registered as one of Yokohama’s historic buildings. The grand staircase connecting the first and second floors is breathtaking. Inside, everything is styled in elegant white tones. There are also little exhibits throughout the hotel that tell its history. Hotel New Grand was built as a symbol of Yokohama’s recovery after the Great Kanto Earthquake. Old hotel brochures are even on display. Now I’m out in the courtyard. Apparently, there used to be a swimming pool here. The fountain was imported all the way from Italy. It’s such a relaxing place to spend time. Time for a little break. I’m at “The Café,” located on the first floor of the main building. The lighting inside is warm and relaxing. It feels more like a proper coffee house than an old-fashioned Western-style diner. I ordered their famous pudding à la mode. It’s served in a special dish called a “corton dish.” After World War II, many American soldiers stayed here with their families, and the hotel’s pastry chef created this dessert to impress them with something colorful and rich. I also got a pot of tea to go with it— it’s refillable, so I ended up having two cups. I spent so much time relaxing at Hotel New Grand that the sun has already set. Now I’m in Chinatown at night. The atmosphere is totally different from the daytime. Neon signs light up the streets everywhere, making it feel almost like another country. The lively energy here is just so fun. I found a little local-style supermarket, so I decided to check it out. I couldn’t read any of the Chinese labels, but it was still really fun to explore. From morning to night, I’ve enjoyed every bit of my day in Yokohama. Just walking around feels nice, and there’s so much good food and so many places to see. Yokohama is a great city. I’ll definitely come back again—on my own, of course.

#横浜 #ひとり旅 #横浜中華街

デートスポットとして有名な横浜。
でも実は、ひとりでも楽しめる場所がたくさんありました。

海から眺める横浜の景色、
中華街の食べ歩きグルメ、
老舗ホテルで味わうレトロなスイーツ。

今回は、そんな横浜を1日かけて、のんびり観光してみました。

良かったらチャンネル登録と高評価、よろしくお願いします。

0:00 Prologue
0:22 水上バスで横浜へ
4:23 横浜中華街
7:22 パティスリー状元樓
10:44 横浜元町ショッピングストリート
12:24 ウチキパン
13:34 横浜マリンタワー
16:35 氷川丸
20:29 ホテルニューグランド
22:26 THECAFE
24:58 夜の横浜中華街
25:46 中国スーパーマーケット
27:07 まとめ

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