Located to the north of central Yokohama, Shin-Yokohama Station is a stop on the Tokaido Shinkansen line running from Tokyo to Osaka, making it one of the city’s major transport hubs. As such, staying in the area around the station is a convenient option for travellers moving to and from Yokohama by shinkansen. Most accommodation around the station comes in the form of large, Western-style hotels with prices varying but usually economical. Staying in the area is also a good alternative to staying in the Tokyo while remaining very nearby.

If you’re travelling to major parts of Tokyo from Shin-Yokahama, the station is incredibly well connected and many train lines operate here as well as the Shinkansen. Of course, the Shinkansen can be the fastest option but it is also more expensive. The JR Shin-Yokohama Line and JR Tokaido Line both serve the station. For example, you can reach areas such as Tokyo within 35 – 40 minutes using both of these stations, making a transfer at Yokohama station. To reach Shinjuku, you can take the JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line directly from Shin-Yokohama which will take approximately 30 minutes. To reach Shibuya, you can also take the JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line directly from Shin-Yokohama which will take approximately 25 minutes. These are just some examples of the convenient train journeys you can make into Tokyo!

The station is nearby Yokohama’s business district, so anybody travelling for business purposes may find themself staying in this area. The station is close to the attractions of Shin-Yokohama Raumen Museum and the Yokohama Arena. It is also close to the Nissan Stadium where sporting events are held. The station is well equipped with amenities to serve your needs with plenty of shopping and dining options making it highly convenient after a long day of exploring Tokyo and beyond!

Yokohama itself is a popular place to live for the lifestyle it affords while also boasting some attractions of interest of international visitors. The city’s Chinatown is the largest and most famous in Japan, attracting countless visitors every day. The area is vibrant and boast numerous stores and restaurants, particularly colourful and busy in February for Chinese New Year. Sankei-en garden is one Japan’s most famous while the popular neighbourhood of Minato Marai 21 and Big Wharf / Osanbashi Pier highlight the city’s modern and energetic character. Yokohama’s famous red brick warehouse is also worth a visit, with many seasonal events being held throughout the year. If you’re in Japan during December and looking for a place to get into the Christmas spirit, the Warehouse hosts one of the largest and best Christmas markets!

It is worth noting that Shin-Yokohama Station is around 10 minutes by train from Yokohama Station and 15 minutes to Kannai Station – both of which areas are more convenient in terms of access to the city’s most popular attractions and its best shopping, dining and accommodation. Accommodation listings for those and other areas in Yokohama can be found through the following pages: Yokohama Station Area – Sakuraguchi Station Area — Kannai Station Area — Minato Mirai 21 / Bayside Area – Chinatown / Motomachi Area.