Yamate Italian Hill Garden (山手イタリア山庭園)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A garden developed on a hill that housed the Italian consulate in the Meiji era, with autumn foliage typically at its best for a long stretch from mid-November to mid-December. The golden foliage of the dawn redwoods and ginkgo trees stands out beautifully against the geometrically arranged water features and flower beds of this Italian-style garden. The white Western-style buildings within the garden — the Diplomat's House (外交官の家) and Bluff No. 18 (ブラフ18番館) — are both free to enter, and viewing the autumn leaves from their classic interiors is a special experience. From the elevated ground, you can also enjoy views toward Minato Mirai (みなとみらい).

Season & hours

Tips

Admission to the garden is free, and entry to the Diplomat's House and Bluff No. 18 is also free (open 9:30-17:00). It's close to Ishikawacho Station, so you can head straight down to the station on your way back.

Best time to visit

The afternoon hours when the slanting light makes the dawn redwoods glow gold

Access & map

〒231-0862 16 Yamate-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture