Motomachi Shopping Street, a stylish and historic area in Yokohama
by Claire’s Adventures
Jul 30, 2025
🌃 A stroll through Yokohama's nightlife, offering quality time and discovery
📍Grand Hyatt Yokohama ~ Motomachi/Chinatown Area
If you're looking for a sophisticated experience in the Yokohama Bay Area, **The Union Bar & Lounge** at the Grand Hyatt Yokohama is the perfect place. Enjoying a quiet moment of conversation over seasonal cocktails and premium whiskey while taking in the night view is a special experience.
🍸[The Union Bar & Lounge]
Large windows overlooking Yokohama Port, relaxing jazz music, and delicate cocktails. The signature "Yokohama Highball" evokes the lingering aroma of the port town.
Afterward, let the night breeze lure you on an evening stroll from Yamashitacho to the Motomachi area. The moderately pedestrianized streets, where a sense of exoticism and tranquility coexist, are also a pleasant experience.
⛳[Golf Shop]
Along Motomachi Street, you'll also find **Golf Shop Takahashi (example)**, offering a stylish selection of goods. This authentic selection, unlike anything you'd expect in a tourist destination, is a must-visit for discerning art lovers.
🎨 [MAGO GALLERY YOKOHAMA]
If you want to experience art up close, head to MAGO GALLERY YOKOHAMA. The works of artist MAGO, known for his captivating neo-Japonism, blend tradition and modernity. The artistic aura emanating from the exterior draws many visitors in, drawing them in.
🛋️ [Tomorrowland & Itoya, Kikuya Rum Ball]
Motomachi Shopping Street is home to Tomorrowland, a select shop for sophisticated furniture and miscellaneous goods, and Itoya carries Caran d'Ache fountain pens.
**Kikuya's Yokohama store is also famous for its luxurious, retro "rum balls." Not only is it beautiful during the day, but strolling the illuminated streets at night offers a whole new level of beauty.
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📌Access
Within walking distance of Motomachi-Chukagai Station on the Minatomirai Line. The nighttime illuminations make walking safe and easy, even for tourists.
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📷Photo Spots:
• Night view of Yokohama Bay Bridge (from the Hyatt)
• Retro streetlights and shop windows on Motomachi Street
• Art wall at MAGO GALLERY
🍫✨ Discover the romance of Showa-era Western sweets in Motomachi—trying a rum ball at Kikuya Confectionery
📍 Yokohama Motomachi Shopping Street
While walking through Motomachi Shopping Street, your eye will be caught by a nostalgic shop window.
This is Kikuya Confectionery, a long-established Western sweets shop founded in 1933.
Their classic signature treat, the **Rum Ball**, is a perennial favorite.
A rich chocolate dough infused with rum.
A crispy chocolate coating on top.
It feels heavy in the palm of your hand, yet the aroma of liquor fills your mouth with every bite.
💬 As a regular customer says, "There are few places where you can taste authentic, traditional rum balls,"
It's a must-try for lovers of liquor and classic Western sweets.
🧁 [Key Points]
• Strong alcohol content. A sophisticated dessert.
• Refrigerate for a limited shelf life. Takeout opts for early return.
• May sell out by mid-morning on weekends. Reservations or phone reservations are recommended.
🎁 The retro wrapping paper is also popular, making it a perfect souvenir for Yokohama connoisseurs.
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📍 Access
Inside Yokohama Motomachi Shopping Street, approximately a 5-minute walk from Exit 5 of Motomachi-Chukagai Station on the Minatomirai Line.
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This tour offers a unique "adult Yokohama" experience that sets it apart from the standard tourist spots. Recommended for those seeking a quiet yet unique experience.
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