Photo Spot · Minato Mirai / Kannai

Bankoku-bashi Bridge 万国橋

1940 concrete arch bridge over a canal in Yokohama, the classic spot for photographing Minato Mirai's skyline and Ferris wheel at night.

HoursOpen 24 hours

PriceFree

Getting thereBashamichi Station (Minatomirai Line), 6 min

Time needed30-60 min

Best timeEvening and night

AddressKaigan-dori 5-chome, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa

Websitewelcome.city.yokohama.jp/yakei

About

Bankoku-bashi crosses the canal between the Kaigan-dori and Shinko districts. From the bridge you see Landmark Tower, the Cosmo Clock 21 Ferris wheel and the Navios hotel reflected in the water, one of Yokohama's best-known night photo compositions. The retro bridge itself was completed in 1940.

Highlights

Minato Mirai skyline reflected in the canal
Cosmo Clock 21 Ferris wheel
Retro 1940 arch bridge
Blue-hour photography

Tips

Bring a tripod for night shots; keep the walkway clear
Short walk from Bashamichi or Sakuragicho
Combine with Kishamichi and the Red Brick Warehouse

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Bankoku-bashi Bridge 万国橋

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