Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum (Shinyokohama Raumen Museum)

Travelers sometimes come to the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum as part of a guided half- or full-day tour from Tokyo or Kanagawa to see the highlights of Yokohama in a day. Opting for a private and customizable tour allows travelers to pick from a list of suggested attractions and activities, such as Sankeien Gardens, Chinatown, and the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum. It’s also possible to visit independently to slow down and enjoy a full day of ramen immersion.

• An excellent shopping spot for ramen lovers—the museum’s shops sell instant ramen, kitchen utensils, and ramen-themed souvenirs.

• The museum offers hands-on experiences, such as a ramen noodle-making lesson, but booking this in advance is advisable.

• There are both vegetarian and vegan ramen options available.

• The museum has an Okinawan bar, a cafe, and an old-fashioned sweet shop.

• The museum has wheelchair-accessible bathrooms and parking.

If traveling by public transport, the nearest station to the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum is the Shin-Yokohama stop, a few minutes walk from the museum entrance. Shin-Yokohama can be reached by traveling on the JR Tokaido Shinkansen, the JR Yokohama Line, and the Yokohama Municipal Subway.

Usually open year-round, apart from select national holidays, it’s best to come to Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum on a weekday, as weekends get bustling, especially during the summer months. Opening hours are typically late morning until mid-evening, but checking opening schedules before visiting is recommended.

If you’re planning a day in Yokohama, don’t miss checking out the event schedule at the Nissan Stadium, a 10-minute walk away and one of Japan’s biggest stadiums. If you don’t mind a 15-20 minute taxi ride, other places to tick off include the Yokohama Museum of Art, Yokohama Landmark Tower, or, to continue the ramen theme—the Cup Noodles Museum.