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Yokohama, Kanagawa-ken, Japan

Yokohama is an under-rated city known for its tech industry, impressive Chinatown, and brightly lit skyline at night. In this travel cost guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to plan your travel budget and have an amazing trip without spending too much. This guide includes average trip costs from previous travelers, typical hotel prices, food and dining costs, entertainment and sightseeing prices, and information about transportation. So, whether you're exploring the museums, eating the delicious cuisine, or enjoying the nightlife, you'll be able to plan your perfect trip to Yokohama, all while staying within budget.

How much does it cost to travel to Yokohama?

You should plan to spend around $152 (¥23,146) per day on your vacation in Yokohama. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $64 (¥9,824) on meals
  • $20 (¥3,114) on local transportation
  • $139 (¥21,272) on hotels

A one week trip to Yokohama for two people costs, on average, $2,123 (¥324,044). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $152
    ¥23,146
  • One Week Per person
    $1,061
    ¥162,022
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $2,123
    ¥324,044
  • One Month Per person
    $4,549
    ¥694,380
  • One Week For a couple
    $2,123
    ¥324,044
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $4,246
    ¥648,088
  • One Month For a couple
    $9,098
    ¥1,388,760
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Yokohama cost?

A one week trip to Yokohama usually costs around $1,061 (¥162,022) for one person and $2,123 (¥324,044) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Yokohama on average costs around $2,123 (¥324,044) for one person and $4,246 (¥648,088) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Yokohama will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Yokohama on average costs around $4,549 (¥694,380) for one person and $9,098 (¥1,388,760) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Is Yokohama expensive to visit?

Yokohama is a bustling city filled with endless activities to enjoy. It's a favorite among travelers of all styles and budgets, ensuring a lively and varied atmosphere. Accommodation options range from budget-friendly hostels to mid-range hotels to high-end luxury properties.

If you choose to make it so, Yokohama can be very pricey, but you can reduce your expenses by eating at less expensive restaurants and taking public transit.

On average, budget travelers spend $68 (¥10,126) per day, mid-range travelers spend $155 (¥23,146) per day, and luxury travelers spend around $296 (¥44,229) per day. These costs are calculated from the expenses of previous travelers to Yokohama.

Within Asia, Yokohama is a somewhat more expensive destination compared to other places. It is in the top 25% of cities in Asia for its travel costs. While some cities in the region are more expensive, Yokohama is generally more expensive than most.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Yokohama Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Yokohama?

The average Yokohama trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Yokohama travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers. Also, you can see more details at How much does a trip to Yokohama cost?

Yokohama on a Budget
Category Budget Mid-Range Luxury
Accommodation 1
For 1 person in double occupancy
$30
(¥4,653)
$70
(¥10,636)
$133
(¥20,324)
Local Transportation 1 $9
(¥1,363)
$20
(¥3,114)
$39
(¥5,951)
Food 2 $28
(¥4,298)
$64
(¥9,824)
$123
(¥18,773)
Entertainment 1 $13
(¥1,975)
$30
(¥4,515)
$57
(¥8,628)
Alcohol 2 $4-11
(¥584-1,752)
$9-26
(¥1,335-4,005)
$17-50
(¥2,551-7,653)

Realistic Expectations for Your Travel Budget

Having realistic expectations for your budget when visiting Yokohama is important. While it's tempting to aim for a shoestring budget, most travelers don't find that style of travel to be enjoyable. Think about your priorities and how you've traveled in the past. Do you prefer staying in budget accommodations or enjoying more luxurious options? Do you like to explore attractions and dine out at local restaurants? These choices will influence your travel costs and itinerary.

What Defines a Budget Traveler?

Although you may consider yourself a budget traveler, unless you're ready to cut out many creature comforts, you'll likely spend much more than the $68 per day that young budget travelers often get by on.

For backpackers, this tight budget typically involves staying in hostel dorms, eating at the cheapest eateries or fast food joints, using public transportation, and sticking to free attractions.

Thankfully, Yokohama offers plenty of hostels such as bnb+ Yokohama Motomachi. You can find budget-friendly dorm accommodation here, paired with a social atmosphere, but expect limited amenities. Moreover, the city has a well-developed public transit system that allows budget travelers to avoid the high costs of taxi or rideshares. Food is a standout attraction for all visitors to Yokohama, but those on a budget might rely on street food or cook in their hostels, which could mean less exposure to the fantastic local dishes.

So, are you average?

If you're traveling for leisure as a couple or family, you'll likely opt for a mid-range hotel, dine at trendy restaurants, and visit the main museums and attractions that require entry fees. When visiting Yokohama, most people will want to check out the major attractions, museums, and iconic landmarks. Remember, most activities come at a cost. Hence, it's realistic to anticipate your daily budget will be about $155 per person, per day.

What Luxury Travel Looks Like

If a complete vacation with all amenities and a higher level of service is what you want, expect to allocate around $296 per day. To stay in nicer hotels, dine at award-winning establishments, treat yourself to extravagant excursions, and hire taxis or private drivers to navigate the city, a luxury budget will be necessary. Many high-end visitors also prefer unique experiences such as Kamakura 6hr Private Walking Tour with Government-Licensed Guide - offered by Viator.

Accommodation Budget in Yokohama

The cost of hotels in Yokohama can be surprisingly wide-ranging. Some hotels charge a lot more because they offer extra luxury and amenities. Prices are also much higher during peak season. Off-season rooms average $46, but the demand in peak summer season pushes that average to around $86. Budget hotels range from $32 to $159, and hostels provide a cheaper option, especially in dorms. Booking early, traveling off-season, or finding special deals can help save money.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid in Yokohama for two people for a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $139 (¥21,272). For one person sharing a room, the average price paid for a hotel room is $70 (¥10,636) per night. These costs are from the reported spending of actual travelers.

  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $70
    ¥10,636
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $139
    ¥21,272

Hotels in Yokohama

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Actual Hotel Prices in Yokohama

The average hotel room price in Yokohama based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $46 in the low season and $86 in the peak season. Below are the average prices for each budget category. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

The most affordable highest rated hotels in Yokohama include:

  • Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu starting at $123
  • Hotel New Grand Yokohama starting at $84
  • Yokohama Royal Park Hotel starting at $92
  • Hotel Associa Shin-Yokohama starting at $76
  • InterContinental Yokohama Grand starting at $87
Tips to Save Money on Accommodation in Yokohama

In Yokohama, a sizable city, you'll discover numerous lodging options. Choose from affordable hostels like bnb+ Yokohama Motomachi, inviting vacation rentals, or upscale hotels. Although staying in the city center may cost more, it offers quick access to public transport and key tourist sites.

Staying further from the city in Yokohama could save you money with the help of a great public transit system, but higher transportation costs and a longer commute could be a downside.

If you're traveling to Yokohama with kids, you'll want to choose an apartment or accommodation with more space to enjoy. Being such a large city, the rooms can sometimes feel small and a little tight.

Visiting in the low or shoulder season, rather than summer, will allow you to find cheaper accommodation and fewer tourists.

Exploring Yokohama on foot is popular among many, so consider staying in a central area. Just keep in mind that this might lead to higher prices.


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Transportation Budget in Yokohama

Yokohama is a large city where transportation is key. Luckily, the city has a very good public transit system. Yokohama Station and Shin-Yokohama Station are the two main train stations. There is a subway system as well as city buses that travel around town. If you want to save money, public transit is the best option, but taxis and rideshares can be found all around town.

Walking enthusiasts will have a wonderful experience during their visit. Many of the central parts of the city can be explored on foot. Most of the sites are concentrated around Minato Mirai, Chinatown, and Yokohama Station, which you can walk between.

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Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, past travelers have spent $20 (¥3,114) per person, per day, on local transportation in Yokohama. The cost of a taxi ride or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) in Yokohama is significantly more than public transportation.

  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $20
    ¥3,114

Transportation Tips

If you're going to rely on public transportation a lot, multi-day transit passes can help you save quite a bit of cash.

Keep an eye out for pickpockets while on the buses and trains, particularly in the stations. Yokohama is a major city, after all.

In Japan, trains are one of the fastest and lowest cost means of transportation. Getting a Japan Rail Pass can save you money if you plan to stay for several days or more. Regional and nation-wide passes are available, usually for the number of days of your choice.

A few of the typical transportation options and hotel transfers include:

  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo for $75 details
  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) for $64 details
  • Shuttle Van Transfer, Yokohama(Port)⇒Tokyo, Narita, Haneda, TDR for $109 details

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Food Budget in Yokohama

The cuisine in Yokohama is amazing, and you definitely want to take the time to sample all the local flavors. As home to the largest Chinatown in Japan, you'll find no shortage of Chinese restaurants here. You'll also find that the local cuisine uses a lot of vegetables. Local favorites include kenchin-jiru (tofu and vegetable chowder) as well as gyunabe (beef hot pot).

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While restaurant and meal prices in Yokohama can vary significantly, the average cost of food in Yokohama is $64 (¥9,824) per day, per person, based on the spending habits of previous travelers.

  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $64
    ¥9,824

When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Yokohama is around $66 (¥9824) per person, with previous travelers spending from $29 to $126. Generally, breakfast and lunch cost less than dinner, but this will depend on the type of restaurant and what you order.

Typical meal prices in Yokohama are as follows:

  • Breakfast: $7 to $20
  • Lunch: $10 to $26
  • Dinner: $20 to $46
  • Coffee: $5
  • Fast Food or Street Food: $10

As a metropolitan city, Yokohama has a range of food from Western favorites to plenty of traditional Japanese fare as well. Regular, sit-down meals are available everywhere, but for a cultural experience, try some of the typical Japanese "fast food." Sushi, ramen noodles, and katsu (fried cutlet, usually pork or chicken) shops have some of the best selections. As a coastal city, the fish and seafood is also the freshest around. Other culinary specialties of Yokohama include a Chinese-style steamed meat bun called nikuman, sweet fried rice cake balls coated with sesame seeds and filled with bean paste called goma dango, curry doughnuts, a beef onion stew dish with rice called hayashi rice, Chinese Shumai dumplings, a rice omelet called omu-rice, Kirin beer, and an almond soft serve ice cream called Annin soft cream. Yokohama's Chinatown is a great place to find the ice cream as well as some of the other Chinese-style dishes mentioned above.

Food in Yokohama

Food & Dining Tips

Dining at nicer restaurants for lunch rather than dinner can help you save money. Many restaurants in touristy areas or business hubs provide lunch specials or a 'menu of the day.' Often, these options are simply smaller and more affordable versions of their dinner menus. If you play your cards right, you could enjoy a full multi-course gourmet meal without breaking the bank. Then, you can keep it light for dinner.

When dining out with children, prioritize restaurants with a kids' menu. This can help you save a fair amount of money, as those options are typically less expensive. Some eateries might not showcase kids' meals on their menus, so it's a good idea to check with the waiter.

Numerous hotels offer breakfast as part of the room rate, but some might charge extra for it. The cost and quality can differ from one hotel to another. Being aware of this beforehand can help you determine if you need to allocate additional funds. It could be worth it for a fantastic buffet at the hotel, or you might want to opt for a nearby bakery or cafe that's more budget-friendly.

Bring a water bottle instead of buying beverages everywhere. It helps the environment, too.

If you're thinking about taking a tour, it's wise to check in advance which meals are covered. You may need to cover some of your own food costs, which could increase your overall budget.

If you're looking to experience the culinary culture in Yokohama, taking a food tour or cooking class is a terrific way to do it. After all, cuisine is one of the reasons why so many people visit. Some of the best food-related activities here include:

  • TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi for $58 details
  • 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo for $85 details
  • Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District for $132 details

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Sightseeing and Activities Budget in Yokohama

Travelers flock to Yokohama because it is well-known for its family-friendly activities, museums and attractions, food, and nightlife.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Sightseeing activities, entertainment, and entrance tickets in Yokohama typically cost an average of $30 (¥4,515) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.

  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $30
    ¥4,515

Most visitors are drawn to the waterside neighborhoods of Yokohama, most significantly Chinatown and Minato Mirai. These areas are bustling with people looking to experience the local sights, sounds, and flavors of the portside city. There are, however, impressive landmarks to be seen throughout Yokohama. Some of these include the Marine Tower (the largest on-land lighthouse in the world), the Landmark Tower (from which visitors can take in views of the entire city), and the Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise (an amusement park with marine animals). Also popular are the Bay Stars baseball stadium and the Nissan soccer stadium where visitors can catch sporting events.

Yokohama additionally hosts a number of museums, the most unique of which is probably the Cupnoodles Museum, which features over 3,000 product packages of instant ramen and showcases the history of the product as well as a make-your-own ramen workshop. Other museums, like the Yokohama History Museum, are dedicated to local art, history, and culture.



Since the main attractions of Yokohama are fairly compact, the best way to see the city is to explore on foot. As mentioned earlier, the areas along the bay, which include Minato Mirai, Chinatown, and the piers between them, are most-frequented by visitors. Many days can be spend admiring the city's most prominent landmarks, sampling the local flavors of Chinatown and beyond, and experiencing the atmosphere of one of Japan's busiest port city.

Sightseeing Tips

Museums and Attractions:
Attractions in YokohamaMuseums and landmarks are a major reason why Yokohama attracts so many visitors. The city has some eclectic museums like Cupnoodles Museum, the Ramen Museum, and the Kirin Beer Factory. There are also zoos, gardens, and the largest Chinatown in Japan.

Shopping:
Shopping in YokohamaShopping here is an enjoyable experience. The shopping scene has a laid back vibe that encourages you to take a stroll and enjoy the sights. Head to Marine & Walk Yokohama, which is right by the Minato Mirai waterfront, to find boutiques and upscale vendors. Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse is also one of the more famous shopping areas, but you should also check out Yokohama World Porters.

Local tours that last a few hours can be a great way to explore Yokohama. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:

  • Ginza: Authentic Food Experience in Tokyo for $150 details
  • Experience Making Personalized Japanese Seal Stamp for $13 details
  • Yokohama Private Tour for $112 details

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Nightlife Budget in Yokohama

In Yokohama, nightlife is a lively affair, and visitors often spend their nights out at the various local bars, clubs, and parties. The nightlife scene is diverse, with lounges, pubs, and clubs throughout. It is also the home of Japan's first commercial brewery - Kinn. You'll find a good live music scene as well as everything from casual bars to upscale cocktail lounges.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $17 (¥2,670) on nightlife and alcoholic beverages in Yokohama per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.

  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $17
    ¥2,670

Nightlife in Yokohama

Nightlife Tips

The nightlife scene is a lot of fun, but reducing how much you drink can go a long way in keeping your budget on track.

Always be mindful of your surroundings, especially if you're drinking at night. You could become a target for pickpockets or other crimes, so stick with trusted friends and avoid wandering alone.

Tasting tours and nightlife activities are very popular in Yokohama. A few of the favorites from previous visitors include:

  • Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide for $166 details
  • Tokyo Pub Crawl for $27 details

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Budgeting and Travel Tips for Yokohama

  • During summer, the city can get crowded and prices can rise significantly. To save money and enjoy a quieter experience, consider planning your visit for the shoulder or low seasons.
  • Since Yokohama is quite expansive, you'll typically find a wide range of prices for hotels, food, and activities. By exploring your options, reserving in advance, and enjoying free attractions, you can keep your costs down.
  • Choosing a slower travel pace allows you to soak in the area's beauty while saving money. If you cram your days with endless activities, you'll find yourself spending more. In contrast, slowing down often leads to lower costs and a richer experience.

Budgeting Challenges

  • If you're on the road with little ones, you'll probably want to consider a private vehicle or taxi. It can often be simpler to bypass the complications of public transit, but be prepared to spend a bit more.
  • Yokohama isn't exactly teeming with hostels, so if you were hoping to find a low-cost dorm, you might want to rethink that. Finding a budget hotel or renting an apartment could be your best bet.
Traveling in Yokohama
Yokohama Yokohama, Japan

Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.



Neighborhoods & Around

Central Yokohama is relatively compact. One of the more popular hubs of the city is the Chinatown/Yamashita Park area, which is best explored on foot. Yokohama's Chinatown is not only the largest in Japan, but also the largest in Asia and the second largest in the world behind the one in San Francisco. Located just steps from the water, it dates back to 1859 following the opening of Japan's ports to trade with the United States. Today it is very touristy, featuring around 250 Chinese-owned stores, eateries, and a colorful entry gate. From Yamashita Park, just a short walk northeast of Chinatown, the whole port Yokohama is visible. It is also common to find street performers here and in other parks throughout Yokohama, sometimes putting on impressive fire shows.

Minato Mirai, the business district, is another important part of Yokohama. It is host to several major hotels, the Yokohama Landmark Tower, the Pacifico Yokohama convention center, and the Cosmo World Amusement Park and Clock 21 Ferris wheel. Also located in the general area are art museums, cafes, shopping centers, and a pedestrian walkway called the Kishamichi Promenade.

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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.