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Yokohama news today is not only about economics and politics, but also about the life of one of the largest port cities in Japan. We publish the latest Yokohama news for you to show you what the city is living right now: from the development of maritime trade and transport to cultural events and social initiatives. On our website you will find the latest events in Yokohama, relevant materials about business, tourism, education and the life of city residents.

Fujisawa City issues influenza epidemic warning, about one month earlier than last year.

Fujisawa City issues influenza epidemic warning, about one month earlier than last year.

On the 19th, Fujisawa City issued an influenza outbreak alert. The number of reported patients…
20.11.2025 1 minute
Historic Yokohama Chinatown restaurant “Manchinro” opens cafe at Sogo Yokohama store on the 27th.

Historic Yokohama Chinatown restaurant “Manchinro” opens cafe at Sogo Yokohama store on the 27th.

Mini afternoon tea with dim sum (provided by Sogo Yokohama) Wanchinrou, a long-established restaurant in…
20.11.2025 3 minutes
Level crossing accident between Sagami-Ono and Odakyu-Sagamihara affects 1,600 people.

Level crossing accident between Sagami-Ono and Odakyu-Sagamihara affects 1,600 people.

Person Hit by Train at Sagami-Ono Crossing Affecting 1,600 People (Reference Photo) A person was…
20.11.2025 1 minute
“Read Together! Newspaper Contest” selects 89 winning entries from elementary, middle, and high schools in Kanagawa Prefecture.

“Read Together! Newspaper Contest” selects 89 winning entries from elementary, middle, and high schools in Kanagawa Prefecture.

The 16th “Let’s Read the Newspaper Together! Contest” for elementary, middle, and high school students,…
20.11.2025 2 minutes
Yokohama Shinkin’s core business net profit rises 23.2% in September interim period, boosted by higher loan interest rates.

Yokohama Shinkin’s core business net profit rises 23.2% in September interim period, boosted by higher loan interest rates.

Yokohama Shinkin reports 23.2% increase in core business net profit for September interim period, boosted…
20.11.2025 1 minute
Upper body of a woman found in the sea near Yamashita Park in Yokohama; Kanagawa police conduct underwater search.

Upper body of a woman found in the sea near Yamashita Park in Yokohama; Kanagawa police conduct underwater search.

On the 1st of the month, a torso believed to be that of a female…
20.11.2025 1 minute
Suspected of swindling cash from an elderly woman in her 80s with a fake investment story, unemployed woman arrested.

Suspected of swindling cash from an elderly woman in her 80s with a fake investment story, unemployed woman arrested.

On the 18th, Takatsu Police Station arrested a 39-year-old unemployed woman from Yokohama Minami Ward,…
20.11.2025 2 minutes
Goodbye, Unused Railroad Crossings! Behind the Scenes of a Major Project Transforming the Future Along the Nambu Line in Kawasaki.

Goodbye, Unused Railroad Crossings! Behind the Scenes of a Major Project Transforming the Future Along the Nambu Line in Kawasaki.

“Clang, clang, clang…” The familiar warning sound echoing around Hirama Station and Kashimada Station in…
20.11.2025 6 minutes
Why is it called Nishi Ward when it’s located on the east side of Yokohama?

Why is it called Nishi Ward when it’s located on the east side of Yokohama?

“Where do you think Nishi Ward is located in Yokohama?” If you ask someone this…
20.11.2025 6 minutes
Why Is It Here? Investigating the Insect Vending Machine in Kannaite Cellte [Part 2]

Why Is It Here? Investigating the Insect Vending Machine in Kannaite Cellte [Part 2]

Finally, the insect tasting edition has arrived. Someone from another department expressed concern, “Eating insects…
20.11.2025 4 minutes