Temple · Yokohama Chinatown
Yokohama Kanteibyo 横浜関帝廟
Ornate Chinese temple in the centre of Yokohama Chinatown dedicated to Guan Yu, the deified general worshipped as a god of business.
PriceFree
Getting thereMotomachi-Chukagai Station (Minatomirai Line), 6 min walk; JR Ishikawacho Station 8 min
Time needed30-60 min
Best timeChinese New Year; evenings when lit
AddressYamashitacho, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
Websiteyokohama-kanteibyo.com/en
About
Kanteibyo grew from a small shrine set up by Chinese residents in 1862 and was built up as a temple with their donations. Its brightly painted gate, dragons and gilded roof decorations make it the visual centrepiece of Chinatown. Visitors offer incense in the Chinese manner to pray for prosperity.
Highlights
- Colourful gate and gilded roof ornaments
- Statue of Guan Yu (Kanteitei)
- Chinese-style incense offerings
- Centre of Yokohama Chinatown
Tips
- Combine with lunch or street food in Chinatown
- Busiest during Chinese New Year
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