All Reviews of Minato Mirai 21

Minato Mirai 21 is one of Yokohama's most iconic waterfront cityscapes, where skyscrapers, a Ferris wheel, the harbor, and modern architecture come together, giving the whole area a stylish and romantic atmosphere. The first time I saw the harbor district, I felt it had a different vibe from Tokyo! Walking slowly along the waterfront and taking in the harbor, boats, and surrounding buildings made everything feel especially relaxed. Toward evening, the sky gradually turned orange and the city lights came on one by one. Together with their reflections on the water, the whole scene was very beautiful.

If you’re visiting Minato Mirai 21 in Yokohama, I highly recommend setting aside a full day to take it all in! It’s a great mix of shopping, food, and beautiful harbor views—relaxed during the day and romantic at night.

This time, I tried the aerial cable car and the Ferris wheel. Buying the discount combo ticket was a better deal than purchasing them separately, and it let me enjoy Yokohama’s stunning scenery from different angles. The harbor is especially charming at night, with the lights reflecting on the water.

Whether you’re on a date, traveling with kids, or going with friends, it’s absolutely worth adding to your itinerary. Definitely one of Yokohama’s must-visit spots.

A really charming place. You can take a walk by the harbor, enjoy the flowers at Yamashita Park, shop at MARK IS, eat in Chinatown, ride the Ferris wheel to watch the sunset, and even take the ropeway across the water!

The best part is that it’s not as crowded as Tokyo. No wonder it has ranked among the top three places Japanese people most want to live for so many years!

It feels like a more upscale mix of Tamsui + Xinyi District.

Kind of boring during the day—nighttime is where it really comes alive.

There are shopping malls, a ferris wheel amusement park, restaurants, and a port with a beautiful night view. It's a fantastic spot for couples to get closer.

The urban ropeway is really short, but the fare is pretty steep at 1,000 JPY. Plus, the cabin shakes a lot.