Japan has three, relatively large Chinatowns (中華街, Chūkagai): one in Yokohama, one in Nagasaki and one in Kobe. All of them originated as residential areas of Chinese merchants, who settled around the ports that were first opened to foreign trade after the end of Japan's era of seclusion in the late 1800s or earlier.

2024年6月11日 · Japan has three proper Chinatowns, located in Yokohama, Kobe and Nagasaki cities. Additionally, you can find sizable Chinese influence in Tokyo’s Ikebukuro ward, and also by attending summer matsuri in Sendai and Aomori cities in the Tohoku region.

Yokohama Chinatown is the largest Chinatown in Japan, larger than both Kobe Chinatown and Nagasaki Chinatown. There are roughly 250 Chinese-owned or themed shops and restaurants scattered throughout the district, with the highest concentration centered on a …

2024年3月23日 · Japan has three main Chinatowns, each with its own distinct character and charm. These are located in the convenient proximity of major tourist destinations: Yokohama (near Tokyo); Kobe (near Osaka & Kyoto); and Nagasaki on the island of Kyushu.

Yokohama Chinatown (横浜中華街, Yokohama Chūkagai) is Japan's largest Chinatown, located in central Yokohama. A large number of Chinese stores and restaurants can be found in the narrow and colorful streets of Chinatown.

Yokohama’s renowned Chinatown district is Japan’s largest. The densely packed area has 300 or so Chinese shops and restaurants to explore, so bring your appetite and leave plenty of time for your visit.

2024年6月27日 · The largest Chinatown in Japan, Yokohama’s vibrant and colorful Chinese neighborhood (横浜中華街) is one of the top things to do in Yokohama. Yokohama’s Chinatown developed near the harbor after Yokohama’s port opened to foreign trade in 1859 which attracted many thousands of Chinese settlers to the city.

2024年7月24日 · Kobe’s Chinatown is referred to as Nankinmachi (南京町), full of tasty food stalls and easily of the most fun things to do in Kobe. Established in 1868, the Nankinmachi area grew with Chinese settlers moving here and quickly became a hub of trade activity associated with the nearby Kobe port.

2023年7月22日 · In this article, we have explained why Chinatown has flourished in Japan and recommended areas to visit. Chinatown is a town lined with authentic Chinese restaurants such as Cantonese, Shanghai, Sichuan, and Peking cuisines. Since the city itself is all Chinese, you will be able to fully enjoy China even while you are in Japan.

2024年11月11日 · Yokohama Chinatown is the largest Chinatown in Japan and is less than one hour away from Tokyo. With temples, traditional gates, delicious food, and festivals, it is a fun, must-see sightseeing spot. Learn where to go, what …