Yokohama Honmoku Gallery
Located near the scenic Sankeien Garden, the Yokohama Honmoku Galleryis a private museum focusing mainly on figurative paintings. It offers a fulfilling experience not only for those who love viewing art but also for those who enjoy creating it.
The gallery was founded to showcase the works of painter Eikichi Iwata, who had close ties to the Honmoku area of Yokohama. His works remain the core collection and are displayed regularly.
Two special exhibitions are held annually, featuring Iwata’s works and related materials, allowing visitors to explore his artistic career from various perspectives. In addition, the museum hosts permanent exhibitions themed around the relationship between Honmoku and painting, connecting local history with art. Public exhibitions of contemporary artists with ties to the region are also held regularly, ensuring new discoveries with every visit. Spend some quiet, contemplative time enjoying art in this serene space.
 

Zou-no-Hana Terrace / Zou-no-Hana Café
Just as foreign and Japanese cultures met and mixed in Yokohama when the port first opened, Zou-no-Hana Terrace operates with the concept of “cultural exchange,” where people and cultures come together, connect, and create new cultural expressions. The name “Zou-no-Hana” (“Elephant’s Trunk”) comes from the pier’s shape, which over time came to resemble the nose of an elephant.
The Terrace combines an art space and a café, regularly hosting cultural programs in art, performing arts, music, and more. From its open glass windows, visitors can enjoy sweeping views of the sparkling Yokohama Port. It’s a place where anyone can drop by casually.
The Zou-no-Hana Café, located inside, is a takeout-style café that promotes art through food. It offers original dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, as well as the charming “Zou-no-Hana Soft-Serve Ice Cream” — perfect for a break during a stroll!
Come to Zou-no-Hana Terrace to experience art, relax at the café, and spend time in your own way.

 

YOKOHAMA MUSEUM OF ART
With its stone-built symmetrical façade, the YOKOHAMA MUSEUM OF ART houses a vast collection of modern and contemporary art from the late 19th century onward. As of March 2025, it holds over 15,000 works, including pieces by artists connected to Yokohama as well as world-renowned masters, making it a hub for culture and art befitting this international port city.
What makes the museum unique is the experience of not only “viewing” art, but also “creating” it yourself, and “learning” about it in depth. Visitors can appreciate works across nine exhibition rooms, enjoy hands-on workshops, and explore an art library with about 240,000 books.
After nearly three years of large-scale renovations, the YOKOHAMA MUSEUM OF ART has reopened in a renewed form. Enjoy enriching moments surrounded by culture and creativity.

 
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Factory Night View Cruising
A night in Yokohama spent on the water brings a breathtaking and otherworldly experience. Offered by Y Cruise Co., Ltd., the Factory Night View Cruise is a popular way to enjoy the city’s nighttime scenery.
The industrial night view captivates with its extraordinary beauty and dynamic energy. From the ship, you can take in the dazzling lights of the factory district, transformed at night into a surreal world reminiscent of a science-fiction film. The shimmering reflections on the water, the flames and steam rising from chimneys, and the deep mechanical sounds create an overwhelming, once-in-a-lifetime atmosphere.
Alongside the factories, you can also admire the glittering skyscrapers of Minato Mirai and the illuminated Yokohama Bay Bridge — sights only visible from the water. Why not embark on this cruise and immerse yourself in the “living art” of Yokohama’s factory nightscape?

 
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