Table of Contents for the Cruise Guide
Page headings
- How to choose a place to stay
- What about large luggage?
- Yokohama: Enjoy walking around the port (2-3 hours)
- Tokyo: If you have 1-2 days
- Hints for the disembarkation day
- Also worth reading
- FAQ
- Source/Reference Information
Cruise Guide
Key points of this page
- This guide is for those who plan to stay one or two nights in Yokohama or Tokyo before boarding or after disembarking. It includes tips on choosing accommodation, luggage storage, and places to enjoy near the port.
- From Yokohama's Osanbashi Pier, you can walk to Yamashita Park (right next door), Yokohama Chinatown (about a 15-minute walk), and the Red Brick Warehouse.
- Large luggage can be sent to your hotel via the airport's Hands-Free Travel service or stored in a coin locker (around 300-600 yen per use).
- On the day of disembarkation, allow ample time for your flight. Haneda Airport is close to the port, while Narita Airport is about 90 minutes away.
Last verified: October 1, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
If you stay in Yokohama the night before, you can watch the ships from Yamashita Park in the morning. You'll have plenty of time to relax on the morning of your departure!
How to choose a place to stay
The most convenient location varies depending on the port of embarkation and disembarkation. First, check your boarding pass to confirm which terminal you'll be using.
| Terminal | Convenient places to stay | point |
|---|---|---|
| Yokohama Osanbashi Pier | Minato Mirai, Kannai, and the area around Yamashita Park | Some hotels are within walking distance of the terminal. |
| Yokohama Shinko Pier (Yokohama Hammerhead) | Minato Mirai, Bashamichi, and Sakuragicho area | On days when cruise ships arrive, there may be a shuttle bus service from Sakuragicho Station. |
| Yokohama Daikoku Pier | Around Yokohama Station | Since there is no train station nearby, you will need to take a taxi or the cruise line's shuttle bus. Yokohama Station is the departure and arrival point for airport buses (YCAT). |
| Tokyo Harumi Passenger Ship Terminal | Ginza, around Tokyo Station | Approximately 30 minutes by Toei Bus (Route To05-1) from Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit. |
| Tokyo International Cruise Terminal, Tokyo | Around Odaiba | Approximately 8 minutes on foot from Yurikamome "Tokyo International Cruise Terminal Station" |
How to get from the airport to the terminal: Haneda/Narita to the Yokohama cruise terminalsやTokyo Port page.
Send your luggage to the hotel in advance and enjoy sightseeing without being burdened. Look for the "Hands-Free Travel" sign!
What about large luggage?
- Airport to hotel delivery: Airports such as Narita and Haneda have delivery counters that will deliver your suitcases to your hotel. Look for the "Hands-Free Travel" sign. Same-day delivery and scheduled delivery are available, and the price varies depending on the airport, destination, and size of your luggage.
- Coin lockers: Available at many train stations and tourist facilities, the cost is around 300-600 yen per use depending on the size. They fill up quickly at crowded stations.
- Storing your luggage at the hotel: Many hotels will hold your luggage before check-in or after check-out. Be sure to check this when making your reservation.
- There are size (e.g., total of three sides up to 160cm) and weight (e.g., up to 25-30kg) restrictions for deliveries and lockers. Valuables and fragile items cannot be stored.
Yokohama: Enjoy walking around the port (2-3 hours)
| place | one thing |
|---|---|
| Yamashita Park | A park along the coast right next to Osanbashi Pier. The Hikawa Maru is moored there. |
| Yokohama Chinatown | Japan's largest Chinatown. About a 15-minute walk from Osanbashi Pier, through Yamashita Park. Eating street food is also a popular activity. |
| Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse | A shopping and event facility utilizing warehouses from the Meiji and Taisho periods. |
| The rooftop of Osanbashi Pier (Whale's Back) | Open 24 hours a day, free of charge. You can enjoy views of the harbor, Minato Mirai, and docked cruise ships. |
Travel by train or taxi (half a day to a full day)
- Sankeien Garden: A Japanese garden dotted with historical buildings.
- Kamakura: An ancient city known for its Great Buddha and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. Approximately 1 hour by train from Yokohama.
Tokyo: If you have 1-2 days
| place | one thing |
|---|---|
| Senso-ji Temple | Tokyo's oldest temple, known for its Kaminarimon Gate and Nakamise shopping street. |
| Tokyo Tower | Tokyo's iconic observation tower |
| Tsukiji Outer Market | This market is a great place to enjoy street food like seafood bowls and omelets. It's also conveniently located near the Harumi Passenger Ship Terminal. |
How to get to Tokyo's cruise ship terminal and from the port to the city center Tokyo Port page.
Hints for the disembarkation day
- Disembarkation will take place in order from morning. The disembarkation time and luggage collection location will be announced on board.
- When choosing a flight, consider potential road congestion and book a flight with ample time to spare. The flight to Narita Airport takes approximately 90 minutes.
- If you plan to sightsee after disembarking, it's a good idea to leave your luggage at your hotel or a delivery service first so you can travel light.
Also worth reading
- Haneda/Narita to the Yokohama cruise terminals
- Guide to cruise ports of call in Yokohama Port
- Guide to Cruise Ports of Call in Tokyo Port
- Practical information for Japanese cruises (tipping, power outlets, cash, duty-free)
FAQ
Q1 Can I take a plane on the same day I disembark?
You can board the ship, but disembarkation will be done in order from the morning, and the time you can disembark will be announced on board. Haneda Airport is close to the ports of Yokohama and Tokyo, but Narita Airport is about 90 minutes away. Considering traffic congestion, it's best to choose a flight with plenty of time to spare.
Q2 Can I leave my luggage and go sightseeing?
Yes, you can. You can use coin lockers at train stations and tourist facilities (around 300-600 yen per use) or send your luggage to your hotel via the Hands-Free Travel service at airports and train stations. You should also check with your hotel to see if they can hold your luggage before check-in or after check-out.
Q3 Which is better for staying overnight before the event: Yokohama or Tokyo?
It depends on the port of departure. If you're departing from Yokohama's Osanbashi or Shinko Pier, the Minato Mirai, Kannai, and Yamashita Park areas are convenient. If you're departing from Tokyo's Harumi Passenger Terminal, Ginza and the area around Tokyo Station are closer, and if you're departing from Tokyo International Cruise Terminal, the Odaiba area is closer.
Q4 Is it possible to walk from Osanbashi Pier to Yokohama Chinatown?
It's within walking distance. It's about a 15-minute walk through Yamashita Park.
Source/Reference Information
- Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) "Luggage & Storage" (luggage delivery and coin lockers)
- Yokohama City "Terminal Information"
- Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal "Access"
- The sights to see around the harbor are from cruisefun. Yokohama Port・Tokyo Port・Yokohama Port Chinatown Cuisine Each page (with its respective source listed)
Last updated: October 1, 2026. Fares and schedules are subject to change.