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Yamate (山手) and Motomachi (元町) are two adjacent neighborhoods located in the center of Yokohama, Japan. The area is known for its historic Western-style houses, churches, and other buildings, which date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Yamate and Motomachi were developed as residential areas for foreign residents of Yokohama during the Meiji era (1868-1912). Many of the buildings in the area were constructed in a Western architectural style, reflecting the influence of the foreign residents who lived there.
Today, the area is a popular destination for visitors to Yokohama, offering a glimpse into the city’s unique history and culture. The neighborhood is home to several museums and historic buildings, including the Yokohama Foreign General Cemetery, which is the final resting place of many foreign residents who lived in Yokohama during the Meiji era.
One of the most famous landmarks in the area is the Yamate 234 House, which was built in 1927 and served as the residence of a prominent foreign resident of Yokohama. The house has been preserved as a museum, offering visitors the chance to explore the interior and learn about the history of the house and its former residents.
Other notable landmarks in Yamate and Motomachi include the Sacred Heart Cathedral, which was built in 1890 and is one of the oldest churches in Japan, and the Bluff No. 18 House, which is a historic Western-style house that has been restored and is open to the public.
Getting there
From Tokyo Station to Motomachi-Chukagai Station:
| Train | Tokyo Station ↓ Ueno-Tokyo Line ↓ 25 minutes (4 stops) Yokohama Station ↓ Minatomirai Line ↓ 10 minutes (5 stops) Motomachi-Chukagai Station (Cost 720 yen) |
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