21 Noodles, a haircut and a evening cruise

After a hectic few weeks of travelling, we decided it was time to slow the pace and enjoy a more relaxed day in Yokohama. The morning was cold but bright as we set out for a gentle stroll through Yamashita Park, where the crisp sea air and views across the harbour made for a perfect start to the day.

From there we wandered over to the wonderfully quirky Cup Noodles Museum Yokohama—better known to us as the “Noodle Factory.” This time we took part in the fun of creating our own custom noodle cups. First we decorated the cups with our own designs, then chose four different flavour combinations before the staff filled them with noodles and vacuum-sealed them on the spot. They’re now safely packed away, and we may even be brave enough to try our creations when we get back to Cyprus.

Next we enjoyed a leisurely walk along the waterfront promenade beneath the aerial cabins of the Yokohama Air Cabin, heading toward the shopping complex of Colette Mare. Mandy happily disappeared into the shops while Rob went off on his own mission—to track down a proper barber. Success came in the form of Tony’s Barber Shop, where a classic haircut and a traditional hot-towel shave proved to be the perfect bit of pampering. As Rob was paying he was directed to a fridge to choose a complimentary beer !

As evening arrived, we headed back to the waterfront and boarded a short cruise across the bay with Yokohama Bay Cruise, sailing from Yamashita Park over to the historic Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse. From the water, the city skyline looked spectacular—especially the giant Ferris wheel at Cosmo Clock 21, which lit up the evening sky with its colourful light display.

Back on land, we wandered into the delightfully quirky Flashback Cafe, a cosy little bar packed with memorabilia. We enjoyed a couple of beers alongside a few colourful locals while a baseball game played on the television—one of those simple travel moments that ends up being surprisingly memorable.

From there it was just a short stroll into Yokohama Chinatown for dinner at Shigoroku Saikan Bekkan, where we finished the day with a superb Chinese meal. After a relaxed day of wandering, eating, and soaking up the atmosphere of the city, it felt like the perfect way to end our day in Yokohama.