The best museums in Yokohama in September 2025

These are the top 20 best museums in Yokohama, Japan, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Yokohama? These are the best ones:

  1. Shin-Yokohama Rāmen Museum1

    Shin-Yokohama Rāmen Museum

     Yokohama
    The Shin-Yokohama Rāmen Museum is a unique food-themed amusement park situated in the Shin-Yokohama district of Kōhoku-ku, Yokohama, Japan. This museum is dedicated to the Japanese noodle soup, rāmen, and draws inspiration from Tokyo in 1958, the year when instant noodles were first created. It offers a unique experience for visitors to immerse themselves in the rich history and culture of rāmen.
  2. CupNoodles Museum Yokohama2

    CupNoodles Museum Yokohama

     Yokohama
    The Cup Noodles Museum, with locations in Yokohama, Ikeda, and Hong Kong, is dedicated to the life of Momofuku Andō and his invention of instant noodles. The first museum was inaugurated in Yokohama in 2011. This museum provides an insight into the life and work of Momofuku Andō, the Taiwanese-Japanese entrepreneur who introduced the first instant noodles to the market on August 25, 1958.
  3. Sankeien Garden3

    Sankeien Garden

     Yokohama
    Sankei-en is a public park located in Yokohama. It is unique in its collection of buildings that span various centuries and originate from different parts of Japan. This offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience a wide range of Japanese architectural styles and historical periods in one location.
  4. Hara Model Railway Museum4

    Hara Model Railway Museum

     Yokohama
    The Hara Model Railway Museum, located in Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Japan, is a unique destination for model railway enthusiasts. The museum, which opened its doors to the public on 10 July 2012, offers a fascinating insight into the world of model railways.
  5. Yokohama Tram Museum5

    Yokohama Tram Museum

     Yokohama
  6. Yokohama Museum of Art6

    Yokohama Museum of Art

     Yokohama
    The Yokohama Art Museum is situated in the futuristic Minato Mirai 21 district of Yokohama city, in close proximity to the Yokohama Landmark Tower, which is the tallest construction in Japan. The museum, which opened its doors to the public in 1989, offers a unique blend of art and architecture, making it a notable destination for art enthusiasts and tourists alike.
  7. Museum of Tin Toys7

    Museum of Tin Toys

     Yokohama
    The Museum of Tin Toys is situated in the city of Yokohama, in the Kanagawa Prefecture of Japan. This museum is dedicated to the display and preservation of tin toys, offering a unique insight into the history and evolution of these playful artifacts.
  8. Hamagin Space Science Center8

    Hamagin Space Science Center

     Yokohama
    The Yokohama Science Center, situated in Isogo-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan, is a science museum that offers a variety of exhibits and activities. It's an ideal destination for those interested in science and technology, providing an opportunity to learn and explore in a fun and interactive environment.
  9. Yokohama Zoological Gardens9

    Yokohama Zoological Gardens

     Yokohama
  10. Yokohama Port Museum10

    Yokohama Port Museum

     Yokohama
    The Yokohama Port Museum, previously known as the Yokohama Maritime Museum, is situated in Yokohama, a city in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. This museum is a significant destination for those interested in maritime history and the evolution of Yokohama's port.
  11. Mitsubishi Minatomirai Industrial Museum11

    Mitsubishi Minatomirai Industrial Museum

     Yokohama
  12. NYK Maritime Museum12

    NYK Maritime Museum

     Yokohama
    The NYK Maritime Museum is situated in the Naka-ku district of Yokohama, in the Kanagawa Prefecture of Japan. This location is easily accessible and offers a unique opportunity to explore the maritime history of Japan and the NYK Line, the shipping company that operates the museum.
  13. Yokohama History Museum13

    Yokohama History Museum

     Yokohama
    The Yokohama History Museum, also known as Yokohama-shi rekishi hakubutsukan, is situated in the Tsuzuki district of Yokohama, in the Kanagawa Prefecture of Japan. This location is easily accessible and offers a deep dive into the rich history of Yokohama city.
  14. Japan Coast Guard Museum YOKOHAMA14

    Japan Coast Guard Museum YOKOHAMA

     Yokohama
    The Japan Coast Guard Museum YOKOHAMA is a museum situated in Yokohama, Japan. It is dedicated to maritime safety and the Japanese Coast Guard. This museum provides an opportunity for visitors to learn about the history and role of the Japanese Coast Guard in ensuring maritime safety.
  15. The Osaragi Jiro Memorial Museum15

    The Osaragi Jiro Memorial Museum

     Yokohama
  16. Yokohama Museum of EurAsian Cultures16

    Yokohama Museum of EurAsian Cultures

     Yokohama
  17. Museum of Yokohama Urban History17

    Museum of Yokohama Urban History

     Yokohama
  18. Kanagawa Prefectural Kanazawa-Bunko Museum18

    Kanagawa Prefectural Kanazawa-Bunko Museum

     Yokohama
    The Kanagawa Prefectural Kanazawa-Bunko Museum, also known as Kanazawa Bunko, is situated in the Kanazawa Ward of Yokohama, Japan. This museum is a significant cultural site that houses a vast collection of traditional Japanese and Chinese art objects, many of which date back to the Kamakura period.
  19. Electric Power Historical Museum19

    Electric Power Historical Museum

     Yokohama
  20. Kanagawa Museum of Modern Literature20

    Kanagawa Museum of Modern Literature

     Yokohama

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