Greater Tokyo

KANAGAWA

Yokohama Archives of History

Displays materials on Yokohama history from the end of the Edo period/Opening up of the port period to the beginning of the Showa period. The building was formerly used as the British consulate until 1972. There is a historical camphor tree in the courtyard. *Includes a cafe.Learn the fascinating history of how a small fishing village became the second largest city in Japan. It starts with the landing of Commodore Perry and his black ships.
Culture & Arts
Access Information
Tokyu Line Minatomirai Pass , YOKOHAMA CHINATOWN GOURMET TICKET +8
Business hours
9:30-17:00 (Last admission 16:30)
Charges
General entry (high school students and above): 200 yen Elementary/junior high students/Yokohama residents over 65 years old: 100 yen Admission to the reading room only: 100 yen (Admission fee for special exhibits may differ)