Yokohama is well known for being a charming harbor town just an hour outside of central Tokyo. With many attractions, such as Yokohama Chinatown, Aka-renga, and Minato Mirai, a day is not nearly enough to experience everything. For a more slow-paced adventure in Yokohama, check out these 11 must-visit cafes:
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1. Enjoy traditional Chinese tea at Goku TEABAR
Although Yokohama Chinatown is known for its bustling streets, next time you’re there head to Goku TEABAR for some traditional Chinese tea. Considered as one of the more casual branches of its brand, Goku TEABAR offers a wide variety of self-service Chinese tea and cozy couches on the second floor. It is a perfect place to escape from the lunch or dinner rush!
Goku TEABAR
Address: 130 Yamashita-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
Price: from 1,000 JPY (9.50 USD)
Opening Hours: 11 am - 9 pm（last orders HOT / 8.30 pm, ICE / 8.45 pm, take out / 9 pm）
Access: 7-min walk from Ishikawa Station (North Exit), 7-min walk from Motomachi / Chuukagai Station (Chuukagai Exit)
Contact: +81 45-681-7776
2. Fill your pie hole at Pie Holic
There are no lack of cafes at the recently constructed MARINE&WALK YOKOHAMA, and Pie Holic serves up the promise of creative, Californian soul food. This specialty pie shop offers anything from traditional sweet pies during all cafe hours to savory pie meals for dinner.
Pie Holic
Address: MARINE&WALK YOKOHAMA 1-3-1 Shinko, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Price: from 450 JPY (4.30 USD)
Opening Hours: 11 am - 11 pm
Access: 6-min walk from Bashamichi Station or Nihon Oodori Station
Contact: +81 45-227-6777
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3. Enjoy a taste of Hawaii at Kaka'ako Dining & Cafe
For a more tropical experience, head to Kaka'ako Dining & Cafe. The cafe, originally from Hawaii, offers traditional favorites such as loco moco (rice topped with a hamburger, fried egg, and gravy), garlic shrimp, and macadamia nut pancakes. At the entrance of the cafe is Kamehameha Bakery, where visitors can purchase island-style taro bread among other baked goods.
Kaka'ako Dining & Cafe
Address: MARINE&WALK YOKOHAMA 1-3-1 Shinko, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Price: meals from 980 JPY (9.40 USD), Kamehameha Bakery baked goods from 200 JPY (1.90 USD)
Opening Hours: 11 am - 11 pm, Last orders 10 pm
Access: 6-min walk from Bashamichi Station or Nihon Oodori Station
Contact: +81 45-226-3040
4. Eat enzyme-rich bread near the harbor at &Swell
There’s nothing better than sipping a hot cup of coffee on the terrace of &Swell. This casual cafe combines coffee from the New York-based Brooklyn Roasting Company and natural-enzyme bread from R Baker into a perfect harmony. Have fun picking out bread, or enjoy the restaurant’s pizza lunch.
&Swell
Address: MARINE&WALK YOKOHAMA 1-3-1 Shinko, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Opening Hours: 11 am - 11 pm
Access: 6-min walk from Bashamichi Station or Nihon Oodori Station
Contact: +81 45-222-6510
5. Visit Joe's Shanghai NewYork for Chinese dining in style
Last but not least from MARINE&WALK YOKOHAMA is Joe’s Shanghai NewYork, an exquisite Chinese restaurant known for its dumpling offerings. The main dining room of Joe’s Shanghai NewYork is decorated with decadent chandeliers, and is a perfect date spot for those who want to dine like a celebrity. Dinner might push the budget, but lunch and tea time are offered at reasonable prices.
Joe's Shanghai NewYork
Address: MARINE&WALK YOKOHAMA 1-3-1 Shinko, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Price: Lunch from 1,500 JPY (14.30 USD). Dinner from 5,000 JPY (47.70 USD)
Opening Hours: 11 am - 11 pm
Access: 6-min walk from Bashamichi Station or Nihon Oodori Station
Contact: +81 50-5784-2793
6. Tuck into locally grown food and elephant ice cream at Zou-no-Hana Cafe
Located between Aka Renga and Yamashita Park, Zou-no-Hana Terrace, or Elephant Nose Terrace, is a place where people go to kick back and relax during a busy day in Yokohama. The Zou-no-Hana Cafe offers a wide-variety of elephant-themed sweets made from locally grown ingredients, with its most popular selection being the adorable elephant ice cream, as pictured. The terrace also offers tourist information and permanent art installations.
Zou-no-Hana Cafe
Address: 1 Chome Kaigan-dori, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Price: from 380 JPY (3.60 USD)
Opening Hours: 10 am - 6 pm
Access: 3-min walk from Nihon Oodori Station
Contact: +81 45-661-0602
7. Indulge in modern Japanese teatime at Kouro An Tearoom
Located along Motomachi Naka-doori, Kouro An Tearoom offers a sophisticated yet traditional Japanese teatime. While the first floor of the store is dedicated to selling Japanese sweets, such as dorayaki, the second floor is a serene teahouse area. Visitors can enjoy traditional Japanese sweets with tea. Ever since its opening in 2015, Kouro An Tearoom has been a hit, with many guests during lunch and teatime.
Kouro An Tearoom
Address: 1-40 Motomachi, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Price: from 850 JPY (8.10 USD)
Opening Hours: 10 am - 7 pm
Access: 3-min walk from Motomachi/Chukagai Station
Contact: +81 45-663-8866
8. Relish good ol' fashioned apple pie at POMPA DOUR
There is no place like home, and POMPA DOUR serves up flavors that will tickle any taste bud with nostalgia. POMPA DOUR has such a long history in Yokohama that it is said that Yokohama residents all grew up eating bread from the cafe. Try out POMPA DOUR’s apple pie that keeps locals and visitors coming back for more!
POMPA DOUR
Address: 4-171 Motomachi, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Price: from 300 JPY (2.90 USD)
Opening Hours: 9 am - 8 pm
Access: 7-min walk from Motomachi/Chukagai Station
Contact: +81 45-681-3956
9. Combine pottery and coffee at POTIER COFFEE
Right outside of Ishikawa-cho Station, POTIER COFFEE was started by a potter and it pays extreme detail to the quality of its coffee. Each batch of beans is carefully selected from beans around the world and carefully inspected. The detail paid to each dish is something that any coffee connoisseur cannot miss when in Yokohama!
POTIER COFFEE
Address: 2-62-1 Ishikawa-cho, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Price: from 500 JPY (4.80 USD)
Opening Hours: 8 am - 8 pm. Last order 7.30 pm
Access: 1-min walk from Ishikawa-cho Station
Contact: +81 45-681-8258
10. Eat exquisite custard pudding at Shoyu Cafe!
Yokohama is certainly not short on historical sites, and the Ehrismann Residence, located in the Yamate area, is one of the best. While visiting the residence, guests can take a small break at Shoyu Cafe, located within the Ehrismann Residence. An unlikely harmony of East and West, each item on the menu is crafted to perfection, with the most popular dish being the custard pudding, served in a cocktail glass.
Shoyu Cafe
Address: 1-77-4, Motomachi, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Price: from 450 JPY (4.30 USD)
Opening Hours: 10 am - 5 pm. (Closed the second Wednesday of each month)
Access: 5-min walk from Motomachi/Chukagai Station
Contact: +81 45-621-4890
11. Step back in time at Enoki Tei
It is rare to find a Yokohama cafe guide that does not include Enoki Tei, which is why it rounds off our list. Built in the Showa period, the building was originally the home of an American prosecutor. As many tourists would come to take pictures of the building’s exterior, he would invite them in to his house for tea. This tradition has continued until today, where visitors can dine in the same antique-filled rooms. Popular menu items include the rare cheesecake and the cherry sandwich cookies, which can also be taken home.
Enoki Tei
Address: 89-6 Yamate-cho, Naka-ward, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa
Price: from 550 JPY (5.25 USD)
Opening Hours: 10 am - 7 pm
Access: 5-min walk from Motomachi/Chukagai Station
Contact: +81 45-623-2288
Yokohama is a true cafe haven!
The port town of Yokohama is filled with attractions, but its cafes are also not to be missed. These 11 cafes are perfect for experiencing Yokohama to its maximum potential, whether you are a first-timer or a repeat visitor. The next time you plan a visit to Yokohama be sure to add one or two of these cafes to your activity list!
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