The city of Yokohama has long attracted tourists with its rich tourism resources, based around its unique identity as a port city that opened its doors to the world more than 150 years ago.
The capital of Kanagawa Prefecture adjacent to Tokyo used to be a small fishing village, but the opening of the Port of Yokohama in 1859 turned the settlement into a bustling trade center that is now one of the largest cities in Japan, boasting about 3.72 million people.
According to Yokohama's Culture and Tourism Bureau, a record 37.6 million tourists visited the city in 2015. Its proximity to Tokyo and Haneda airport ensures travelers easy access to Yokohama. From both Tokyo Station and Haneda airport, it only takes about 25 minutes to get to Yokohama Station.
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