Is Yokohama Expensive?

Is Yokohama expensive to visit?

Yokohama is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $124. Compared to the rest of Asia, it is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. It's ranked in the top 25% of cities in Asia for its overall travel costs, comparable to places like Shenzhen and Tanah Rata.



Yokohama, Japan

How expensive is Yokohama?

The average cost of traveling to Yokohama can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $124 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Yokohama here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Yokohama?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Yokohama will cost around $372 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $744.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Yokohama?

On average, a one week trip to Yokohama costs about $868 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,735.

Is it expensive to backpack in Yokohama?

While Yokohama attracts a few backpackers, traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a few hostels around town. The average cost of a hostel in Yokohama is $22 per night. The cheapest beds cost about $22 and the most expensive rooms cost around $22. (See hostel prices in Yokohama here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Yokohama.

  • $22 for a dorm bed at bnb+ Yokohama Motomachi

Are hotels expensive in Yokohama?

Hotel prices in Yokohama are very affordable compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $46 per night for a room on average. There are around [5_STAR_COUNT] five star hotels in the city and they average [5_STAR_PRICE] per night. Three star hotels average $46 a night and two star hotels average $40 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Yokohama
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
4 stars 6 $98
3 stars 51 $46
2 stars 12 $40
1 star 2 $21

2-3-7 Minato Mirai Nishi-ku, Yokohama
Overall Rating 9.0
10 Yamashita-cho Naka-ku, Yokohama
Overall Rating 9.0

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Yokohama?

Activities and things to do in Yokohama can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $29 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $19.

    • Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo : Enter the Sanctuary: $165
    • Yokohama Private Tour: $86
    • Yokohama Private Full Day Tour: $198
    • Yokohama One Day Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private : $235
    • Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide from Yokohama: $185
    • Calligraphy Experience in Kabukicho: $66
    • Private Kabuki-cho Tour with Local Guide : $99
    • Japanese Car Culture Tour in Daikoku: $110

    Is food expensive in Yokohama?

    Food in Yokohama can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $37 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $30. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

    • Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $126
    • 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
    • Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $164
    • Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $110
    • Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245
    • Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $126

    Is transportation expensive in Yokohama?

    Local transportation in Yokohama can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $20 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $18. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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    We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.



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