Like Tokyo and Kansai, Yokohama is also seeing large-scale commercial facility developments. Scheduled to open in spring 2026, "BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai" will be a major complex featuring office buildings, an arena, an edutainment facility, and a hotel—each expected to draw plenty of attention. Additionally, cultural sites such as the renewed "Yokohama Museum of Art" are worth a visit! This article also highlights facilities that opened or were renovated in 2024.
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【Full Opening in February 2025】Yokohama Museum of Art
After closing in March 2021, the Yokohama Museum of Art partially reopened on Friday, November 1, 2024. The museum is set to fully reopen on Saturday, February 8, 2025. To commemorate this, the exhibition "Welcome Back, Yokohama" will be held, expressing the museum's wish to welcome diverse people under the theme of "Yokohama."
This exhibition will reintroduce masterpieces from the museum’s collection through fresh perspectives. It will also showcase works and materials from other institutions across Yokohama, including the Yokohama History Museum, Yokohama Archives of History, Yokohama Urban Development Memorial Hall, and Yokohama Civic Art Gallery.
Yokohama Museum of Art Renewal Opening Commemorative Exhibition: "Welcome Back, Yokohama"
The highlight of this exhibition is its focus on "Yokohama" and "diversity." Through paintings, photography, crafts, videos, and other media, visitors can explore Yokohama's lesser-known history in new and surprising ways. The exhibition spans from globally recognized modern art masterpieces by Cézanne, Picasso, and Magritte to contemporary works by artists such as Yoshitomo Nara. Additionally, there will be a "Children's Gallery" (tentative name) for young visitors to enjoy.
Exhibition Period: February 8, 2025 (Sat) – June 2, 2025 (Mon)
- Hours: 10:00 – 18:00 (Last admission at 17:30)
- Closed: Thursdays (except March 20, a public holiday) and Friday, March 21
- Admission Fees: General ¥1,800, University students ¥1,500, High school and junior high students ¥900, Free for elementary school students and younger
Spot Information
- Address: 3-4-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
- Access:
- 3-minute walk from Minatomirai Station (Minatomirai Line/Tokyu Toyoko Line), via MARK IS Minatomirai's "Grand Galleria" or "MARK IS Link" (open from 10:00).
- 10-minute walk from JR (Keihin-Tohoku/Negishi Line) or Yokohama Municipal Subway Sakuragicho Station, via the moving walkway.
- Official Website: https://yokohama.art.museum/
[Spring 2026 Opening] BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai
Developed on the site of Yokohama’s former City Hall in the Kannai area, "BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai" is set to open in spring 2026. The nearest stations are JR Negishi Line Kannai Station, Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line Kannai Station, and Minatomirai Line Nihon-Odori Station. Plans include connecting the facility to Yokohama Stadium and Yokohama Park via an elevated deck.
A standout feature is the edutainment facility "Wonderia," which blends play and technology. Visitors can enjoy immersive spaces created with projection mapping and other cutting-edge technologies.
Another highlight is "THE LIVE," a live viewing arena for Yokohama DeNA BayStars fans. It will feature a massive LED screen (18m wide and 8m tall) and advanced sound systems. Surrounding the screen will be eight restaurants and the "CENTRAL BAR," allowing visitors to enjoy sports games, concerts, and other live events with food and drinks.
One of Japan’s largest dining zones will also be part of this development. The "Stadium Side Terrace" commercial area and "The Legacy" in the former administrative wing will host 34 unique restaurants, including local favorites.
Spot Information
- Address: 1-1-1 Minato-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
- Access:
- 1-minute walk from JR Negishi Line Kannai Station and Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line Kannai Station
- 7-minute walk from Minatomirai Line Nihon-Odori Station
- Official Website: https://www.mitsuifudosan.co.jp/corporate/news/2024/1113/
[Spring 2026 Opening] Wonderia
Wonderia, a new attraction opening in BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai, takes its name from the combination of "wonder," signifying amazement and curiosity at discovering beauty and novelty, and "-ria," which suggests a place or country.
At this facility, visitors can explore Wonderia Island, an immersive space created with projection mapping, encountering stunning landscapes and mysterious creatures. Using a smartphone, visitors can capture their surroundings to access information about the environment and the creatures they encounter. Wonderia offers a fully immersive experience designed to surprise, inspire, and provide new insights.
Spot Information
- Address: 1-1-1 Minato-machi, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
- Access:
- 1-minute walk from JR Negishi Line Kannai Station, 1-minute walk from Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line Kannai Station
- 7-minute walk from Minato Mirai Line Nihon Odori Station
- News Release: https://dena.com/jp/news/5175/
【Spring 2026 Opening】 OMO7 Yokohama by Hoshino Resorts
Another highlight within BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai is OMO7 Yokohama by Hoshino Resorts. Set in the preserved and repurposed eight-story former city hall administrative building, this innovative hotel is designed to connect guests with the local community. The OMO brand concept is "Exciting 'Urban' Hotels," offering full-service amenities including cafés, restaurants, local guides, and activities.
Guests can join tours led by "OMO Rangers," local experts who unveil hidden gems not found in guidebooks, or consult "OMO Maps," which highlight the deeper, lesser-known charms of the area. Inside the hotel, the public space "OMO Base" serves as a hub where guests can plan their outings, relax, or enjoy interactive elements that enhance their city exploration.
Spot Information
- Address: 1-1-1 Minato-machi, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
- Access:
- Steps away from JR Negishi Line Kannai Station and Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line Kannai Station
- Short walk from Minato Mirai Line Nihon Odori Station
- Official Website: https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/brands/omo/sp/omo7yokohama/
[ July 2024 ] Yokohama World Porters Grand Reopening
Yokohama World Porters, located near the Red Brick Warehouse, reopened on July 11, 2024, after a major renovation. This shopping mall now boasts the concept of becoming a "super entertainment mall," with 74 revamped stores offering a full day of shopping, entertainment, and dining experiences.
For more details, check out the article below:
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[July 2024] VS PARK at Yokohama World Porters
As part of the Yokohama World Porters renovation, VS PARK opened in July 2024. Dubbed "an indoor space for jaw-dropping activities just like Japanese TV variety shows," it offers 26 unique activities such as humorous ping-pong and rolling towers. For a flat fee, visitors can enjoy unlimited fun for 120 minutes.
For more details, check out the article below.
👉 Yokohama indoor activity facility: "VS PARK Yokohama World Porters Store" experience report!
[ July 2024 ] Yokohama Trick Art Labyrinth Museum
The Yokohama Trick Art Labyrinth Museum also opened in July 2024 at Yokohama World Porters. With the theme of "A Journey Through Time and Space," visitors can explore trick art that represents the past, present, and future. The museum features 51 works, including many brand-new creations with innovative twists.
For more details, check out the article below.
👉 【2024】Minato Mirai, Yokohama New Art Museum "Yokohama Trick Art Labyrinth Museum" opens
[ April 2024 ]Yokohama More's Restaurant Floor
The restaurant floor on the 9th floor of Yokohama More's, a shopping center located right outside the West Exit of Yokohama Station, underwent a major renovation for the first time in 15 years. Eleven new restaurants have opened, offering a variety of cuisines such as Japanese, ramen, Wagyu beef, yakitori, tempura, sashimi, Spanish, and Chinese.
For more details, check out the article below.
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