Free Observatories · Honmoku Pier
Yokohama Port Symbol Tower 横浜港シンボルタワー
Free white signal tower (58.5 m) at the tip of Honmoku Pier with an observation room over Yokohama's harbour entrance, Bay Bridge and container ships.
Hours9:30-16:00 (Nov-Feb); 9:30-17:30 (Mar-Jul 20 and Sep-Oct); 9:30-20:00 (Jul 21-Aug 31)
ClosedInspection days (2nd Tuesday of Feb, Jun, Nov); 30 Dec-3 Jan
PriceFree
Getting thereSakuragicho Station, then city bus 26 to 'Yokohama-ko Symbol Tower'
Time needed45 min
Best timeAfternoons when ships enter port
Address1-16 Honmoku-futo, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa
Websitey-stower.com
About
The Symbol Tower stands at the end of Honmoku Pier and doubles as the harbour's vessel traffic signal station. Its observation room and lounge look over ships entering Yokohama Port, the Bay Bridge and Tokyo Bay. The surrounding green park hosts events. Entry is free; the site is remote and best reached by bus or car.
Highlights
- Ships entering and leaving Yokohama Port
- Bay Bridge from the seaward side
- Quiet park at the pier tip
- Free
Tips
- Check the 2026 cruise ship schedule linked on the official site
- Park gate and parking close 40 min before tower closing
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