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Getting Around Yokohama

 

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About Yokohama

 

Yokohama

Night view of Minato Mirai in Yokohama, featuring illuminated skyscrapers, the Ferris wheel, and reflections on the waterfront.

Yokohama, a cosmopolitan port city just south of Tokyo, was one of the first ports in Japan to open to the world and remains a vibrant hub for international exchange. Despite being Japan’s second most populous city, you wouldn’t know it while strolling through the spacious oceanfront streets of the futuristic Minato Mirai district. The city isn’t all modern though—you can still find traditional charm in the bustling izakayas of Noge Alley or explore the culinary scene at one of Asia’s largest Chinatowns.

 

Location

Access map of Yokohama, showing key landmarks such as Minato Mirai, PACIFICO Yokohama, and connections to Tokyo and Haneda Airport.

Yokohama is ideally situated, offering easy and quick access to central Tokyo and Haneda Airport, both reachable in less than 30 minutes. At the heart of the walkable downtown area is Yokohama’s flagship convention center, PACIFICO Yokohama, a pioneering green facility with a 90% recycling rate and innovative circular energy initiatives. With over 8,000 hotel rooms, more than 800 restaurants, and popular tourist attractions like the historic Red Brick Warehouse all within walking distance of PACIFICO, you can enjoy everything Yokohama has to offer—all just minutes from your conference.

 

Video

Discover where globalization and tradition harmonize at Japan’s First Port of Call.

 

Information

For more information, please visit the Yokohama City Visitors Bureau page.

Promotional banner for Yokohama City Visitors Bureau

 

Interactive Travel Map

https://viata.ai/event/chi2025
This interactive map allows you to customize and explore travel times to the venue, conference hotels, and nearby attractions. Please contact ken@viata.ai if you have any questions or comments.

 

Food at the Venue

Saturday, April 26th

  • AM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (10:30 AM – 11:10 AM) North 3F & 4F
  • PM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (3:40 PM – 4:20 PM) North 3F & 4F

Sunday, April 27th

  • AM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (10:30 AM – 11:10 AM) North 3F & 4F
  • PM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (3:40 PM – 4:20 PM) North 3F & 4F

Monday, April 28th

  • AM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (10:30 AM – 11:10 AM) North 3F & 4F
  • PM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (3:40 PM – 4:20 PM) North 3F & 4F
  • Reception. Food and Drinks. (3:40 PM – 4:20 PM) North 1F

Tuesday, April 29th

  • AM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (10:30 AM – 11:10 AM) North 1F
  • AM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (10:20 AM – 11:10 AM) North 3F & 4F
  • PM Job Fair with Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (3:40 PM – 4:20 PM) North 1F

Wednesday, April 30th

  • AM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (10:30 AM – 11:20 AM) North 1F
  • PM Job Fair with Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (3:40 PM – 4:20 PM) North 1F

Thursday, May 1st

  • AM Coffee Break. Coffee/Tea/Water, Snacks. (10:30 AM – 11:20 AM) North 1F

 

Food in Yokohama

Lunch is on your own. There are restaurants within walking distance.

Food Courts

Restaurant Areas

Comprehensive Food Listing

https://r.gnavi.co.jp/lang/s/en/?asp=area_yokohamacity

Vegetarian & Halal Options

 

Cultural Experience at the Venue

Find Your IkiCHI through Japanese Cultural Experiences — Right at the CHI 2025 Venue
 Zen Meditation • Japanese-Inspired Yoga • Japanese Tea Ceremony

At CHI 2025, we invite you not only to explore cutting-edge research but also to reconnect with what matters most — your well-being, presence, and sense of purpose. Inspired by this year’s theme of IkiCHI, we are offering three unique opportunities to experience authentic Japanese culture right at the conference venue.

🧘‍♀️ Zen Meditation (60 min, Mon/Tue)
Step into stillness with zazen, the traditional seated meditation practice of Zen Buddhism. Guided by a bilingual monk, this session offers more than just a quiet moment — it’s a chance to reflect, reset, and rediscover your center. No prior experience is needed. Available time slots are as follows:

28 (Mon) 11:00 – 12:00 / 30 people
28 (Mon) 13:30 – 14:30 / 30 people
28 (Mon) 15:00 – 16:00 / 30 people
29 (Tue) 9:30 – 10:30 / 30 people
29 (Tue) 11:00 – 12:00 / 30 people
29 (Tue) 13:30 – 14:30 / 30 people
29 (Tue) 15:00 – 16:00 / 30 people

🧘 Japanese-Inspired Yoga (60 min, Mon/Tue)
Rebalance your body and mind through gentle movements rooted in Japanese mindfulness practices. Open to all levels, this yoga session helps you breathe deeper, move with intention, and carry a sense of calm into the rest of your CHI experience. Available time slots are as follows:

28 (Mon) 11:00 – 12:00 / 30 people
28 (Mon) 13:30 – 14:30 / 30 people
28 (Mon) 15:00 – 16:00 / 30 people
29 (Tue) 9:30 – 10:30 / 30 people
29 (Tue) 11:00 – 12:00 / 30 people
29 (Tue) 13:30 – 14:30 / 30 people
29 (Tue) 15:00 – 16:00 / 30 people

🍵 Japanese Tea Ceremony (45 min, Wed)
Find beauty in simplicity. This tea ceremony invites you to slow down and immerse yourself in one of Japan’s most cherished traditions. Enjoy matcha and seasonal sweets while learning the graceful rituals that embody harmony, respect and zen spirit. Soko (Koji) Yatani guides you to Japanese aesthetics and hospitality. Available time slots are as follows:

30 (Wed) 09:30 – 10:15 / 40 people
30 (Wed) 10:15 – 11:00 / 40 people
30 (Wed) 11:00 – 11:45 / 40 people
30 (Wed) 11:45 – 12:30 / 40 people
30 (Wed) 13:45 – 14:30 / 40 people
30 (Wed) 14:30 – 15:15 / 40 people
30 (Wed) 15:15 – 16:00 / 40 people

In the spirit of Ikigai, these experiences offer a gentle pause — a way to reconnect with your inner purpose, engage with local culture, and bring fresh energy to the meaningful work we do together.

All activities take place at the CHI 2025 venue. Each session is $12. Space is limited — sign up early to reserve your spot via our registration system (CVENT).

https://cvent.me/g5mx2w

On-site sign-up and payment are not accepted, so please register in advance!

 

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