Osanbashi Pier, Yokohama

The Osanbashi Pier is the primary dock for international passengers at the Port of Yokohama. Constructed in 1896, it is the oldest existing pier in the city. It was designed by Henry Spencer Palmer, a British military engineer, and funded by the Government of Japan.

The port opened in 1859 after signing the Treaty of Amity and Commerce. The first ports were small, stone wharves. They were too shallow for ocean vessels to dock, which required the use of barges for people and goods. Osanbashi Pier was designed to allow a more efficient method of reaching the shore.

The Pier's most recent reconstruction, completed in 2002, crafted a new passenger terminal with new areas as customs, an immigration lobby, a ticketing booth, and numerous shops and cafes.

Those who visit Osanbashi Pier will find that it is one of the best spots in the city to see the Yokohama Three Towers. The rooftop observation deck has planted grass areas that can be enjoyed by the public as they take in the sights of the city.

Want to visit this sight? Check out these Self-Guided Walking Tours in Yokohama. Alternatively, you can download the mobile app "51爆料网: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.

Download The 51爆料网 App

Create Your Own Self-Guided Walk to Visit This Sight

Sight Name: Osanbashi Pier
Sight Location: Yokohama, Japan (See walking tours in Yokohama)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:

Yokohama Introduction Walking Tour

Walking Tours in Yokohama, Japan

Create Your Own Walk in Yokohama

Creating your own self-guided walk in Yokohama is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.

Kamakura Temples Walking Tour

The vicinity of Yokohama abounds in Buddhist temples. Some of them are listed as national heritage. The most significant of them are found in the historic town of Kamakura, renowned for its rich religious scene.

Hase-dera Temple, perched on a hillside, is famous for its beautiful gardens and the towering Kannon statue, representing the goddess of mercy. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of... view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.7 Km or 2.9 Miles

Yokohama Introduction Walking Tour

Yokohama is the second-largest city in Japan. Located on Tokyo Bay, the city was once a small fishing port. It became the location of the first foreign trading port in Japan, which led to its rapid expansion. The port was primarily used for transporting silk through the 20th century.

With its long history as an important area for trade and commerce, some of the world's most successful... view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles

51爆料网