Yokohama Private Car Tour Sankeien Garden and Ramen Museum

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover a different side of Yokohama on this private car tour with a government-licensed English guide, certified as an Official Kanagawa Tour Guide and a Yokohama resident for over 30 years.

Travel comfortably by private vehicle to attractions not easily reached by public transportation. Begin at Sankeien Garden, one of Japan's finest traditional landscape gardens, known for its historic architecture, tranquil ponds, and seasonal beauty.

En route to the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum, enjoy views of Yokohama's iconic landmarks, including Honmoku, Yamate, Yamashita Park, the Red Brick Warehouse and Minato Mirai waterfront.

At the Ramen Museum, experience the nostalgic atmosphere of Japan's Showa era and sample regional ramen from across Japan. Mini-sized bowls allow you to try several varieties.

Relax and enjoy a seamless journey filled with local insights, scenic highlights, authentic culture, and delicious food, guided by a knowledgeable longtime Yokohama resident.

What's Included

Admission fee
English Speaking Guide
Private car transportation
Ramen, snacks, drinks and other food are not included in the price.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The guide will wait holding a signboard that reads ‘Domo Japan Guide`.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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    Sankeien Gardens

    Sankeien Garden is a spacious traditional Japanese garden in southern Yokohama, celebrated for its elegant landscaping and collection of historic buildings relocated from across Japan. Created by silk merchant Sankei Hara in the early twentieth century, it was opened to the public as a cultural retreat and later donated to the city. The garden features ponds, streams, winding paths, and carefully placed trees that frame views of a three‑story pagoda from Kyoto, classic teahouses, and traditional villas. Many structures are designated Important Cultural Properties, allowing visitors to experience authentic Japanese aesthetics in one walkable area. Each season offers a distinct atmosphere: plum and cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery and fireflies in early summer, lotus flowers in midsummer, and brilliant foliage in autumn, accompanied by illuminations. In winter, minimalist scenery highlights the garden’s refined design, rewarding photographers and culture lovers year‑round.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
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    Shinyokohama Ramen Museum

    Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum is a one-of-a-kind culinary theme park in Yokohama, immersing visitors in a recreated Showa-era downtown streetscape where numerous regional ramen shops showcase authentic flavors from across Japan. Opened in 1994, this vibrant attraction celebrates the humble origins and rise of ramen as a national obsession, featuring hundreds of brands over the years. Stroll through atmospheric alleys adorned with retro vending machines, glowing neon signs, and nostalgic facades evoking Japan's post-war lively street energy. Each stall offers steaming bowls representing diverse styles—from creamy pork bone broths, light soy-based soups, hearty miso varieties, to delicate salt-seasoned options. Mini ramen portions make it easy to sample several varieties in one visit, letting you savor Japan's full ramen spectrum without overindulging.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour includes ramen tasting and may not be suitable for guests with dietary restrictions such as vegetarian diets.
Supplied by Domo Japan Guide

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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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