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Yokohama is a city near the south-west of Tokyo. It lies in the Kanagawa prefecture. Nearby cities and towns include Sagamihara, Atsugi Hiratsuka, Yokosuka and Kawasaki. Opposite the city are the Tokyo bay and Chiba peninsula. Founded in 1859, Yokohama was one of the first Japanese ports opened in the 19th century. The city is known for museums, parks, market areas and points of interests.

* Sankeien Garden  - Is a massive garden that comprises old buildings reconstructed and moved from other cities such as Kamakura and Kyoto. Address: 58-1, Honomkusannotani, Naka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, 231-0824

* Chinatown - This is the place where you can find 500 restaurants, market stalls and Chinese restaurants.
* Yokohama stadium - With up to 30,000 people capacity, this stadium is an avenue for baseball that has been played in Japan for more than a hundred years. Address:  Yokohamakouen, Naka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, 231-0022

* Zoorasia - A venue to see various large and big animals such as pandas, giraffes, big cats, elephants, red pandas.
  Address: 1175-1, Kamishirane-cho, Asahi-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa

* Ramen museum - Showcases some of the foodcourts that sells ramen noodle soup.
* Yokohama foreign cemetery - Here lies some of the famous westerners buried.
* Harbor view park - The harbour offers panoramic view of Yokohama harbour.
  Address: 114, Yamatecho, Naka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, 231-0862

* Yokohama skyline and business district - A very photogenic place famous for its second tallest tower - the Yokohama Landmark tower Ferris wheel, Kishamichi Promenade, and Cosmo Amusement park.
* Fireworks festival Kanagawa Shimbun - Held every August, the Kanagawa Fireworks festival offers a view of impressive and massive fireworks.
* Yokohama boat cruise - A very popular site attraction for diner and short cruises.

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