Yokohama Then and Now Walking Tour of the Port Opening Era

・Trace the legacy of Yokohama’s port-opening through real historical sites ・Explore parts of the city often missed by standard sightseeing tours ・Step back in time to the 1860s with preserved Western homes and cemeteries ・Learn fun facts about Japan’s "firsts"—from bread and beer to newspapers ・Enjoy insightful commentary from a knowledgeable local guide ・Experience the roots of modern Yokohama through an enriching cultural walk This walking tour explores Yokohama’s historic Yamate district—known as “The Bluff”—where Western residents settled after the port opened in the 1860s. Their influence shaped the city’s early modernization. You’ll visit Harbor View Park, the Yokohama Foreign General Cemetery, and preserved Western-style homes like Ehrismann Residence and Bluff No.18. The tour ends with a stroll through Motomachi Shopping Street, home to long-standing shops like Uchikipan, a 150-year-old bakery.