Eat, Play and Enjoy Onsen with Viewing Canal Lit Up by Colorful Illuminations in Minatomirai

Minatomirai, a booming waterfront area in Yokohama, is also a neighborhood making you want to go on a walk date while gazing at the beautiful view of the canal where the season’s decorative illuminations are very romantic once the sun has set. Let’s take a look at some spots that are perfect for you to spend a romantic yet relaxing evening with your partner.

Every spot in this issue is within a walking distance from Bankokubashi World Porters mae Bus stop which is a 3-stop ride on HAMMERHEAD bound Pier Line Bus from Sakuragicho Sta. Bus stop. This bus stop is a 1-minute walk from Sakuragicho Washington Hotel.

A breathtaking nightscape sparkling like a jewelry box awaits at “YOKOHAMA COSMOWORLD”

At a free-admission amusement park “YOKOHAMA COSMOWORLD” (よこはまコスモワールド), you can enjoy various rides and attractions by purchasing a ticket to each ride, including VRV (virtual reality vehicle) in which you get to virtually experience plunging down a waterfall. When night falls, the ‘Cosmo Clock 21’ (コスモクロック21), the world’s largest clock-type Ferris wheel, one of the landmarks of Yokohama, is lightened up in 7 colors with full-color LEDs changing their colors every moment just like a kaleidoscope. In addition to enjoying the view of the Ferris wheel from a distance, why not take a 15-minute ride on it for having one of the best night views from up in the sky? From the cabin going up to a height of 112.5 meters, you can literally overlook the harbor city Yokohama. If you can visit the place from 23rd to 25th in December, don’t miss the Christmas-only special lighting-ups on the wheel.

Opening Hours	Refer to its official site since hours vary depending on the season
Address	2-8-1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Access	A 5-minute walk from Bankokubashi World Porters mae Bus stop
URL	https://www.yokohamajapan.com/things-to-do/detail.php?bbid=199

“ANNIVERSAIRE CAFÉ” to offer a romantic French dinner by the canal

“ANNIVERSAIRE CAFÉ” (アニヴェルセルカフェ), a restaurant making you feel the essence of Yokohama located just next to a canal, you can savor exquisite French dishes together with a nice view of the canal. The white-walled Western-style building is attached with a chapel often used for weddings as well as a nice ambient not only in the exterior but also in the interior. At the window seats and the terrace where you can gaze at the Kishamichi Promenade, the glittering lights of the harbor will grace your romantic dinner time. Do make a reservation in advance if you want a seat by the window or on the terrace. During dinner hours, 4 kinds of dinner courses and evening tea with snacks on a tea stand inspired by wedding dresses and bouquets are available. Those who plan to propose romantically, consult with the restaurant as soon as possible since they have rich experiences.

Opening Hours	11:00AM – 5:00PM on weekdays / 11:00AM – 9:00PM on weekends / Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays *Open in case a national holiday is on Tuesday or Wednesday
Address	2-1-4 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Access	A 6-minute walk from Bankokubashi World Porters mae Bus stop
URL	https://tabelog.com/en/kanagawa/A1401/A140103/14053139/

Warm up by bathing your feet while enjoying the panoramic night view at “Manyo-Club, Yokohama MM21”

If the evening breeze chills your body, just head to “Manyo-Club, Yokohama MM21” (横浜みなとみらい万葉倶楽部) where you can experience the true hot spring delivered every day from Atami and Yugawara, THE hot spring destinations loved by Japanese people since the ancient time, in various types of bathes such as Open-Air Bath, Hinoki Cypress Bath and Large Bath. Among them, the circular ‘Ashiyu Foot Bath Garden’ (展望足湯庭園) at extending around by 50 meters is truly ideal for a romantic evening. While warming up your body soaking your feet in the hot spring foot bath, soak up the extravagant view colored by city lights like scattered jewelry, and ‘Cosmo Clock 21’ illuminated in seven colors. In case bathing your feet is not enough to warm up your body, ‘Manyo-An Restaurant’ (万葉庵) is also recommended for you to gaze at the sparkling city. Besides, since Yukata rental is also available, you can have a hot spring experience in the heart of Yokohama.

Opening Hours	24 hours / Open All Year Round
Admission	2,750 yen
Address	2-7-1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Access	A 6-minute walk from Bankokubashi World Porters mae Bus stop
URL	https://www.manyo.co.jp/mm21/eng/