Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
Kanagawa Prefecture · Japan
The vert first 'bonded' warehouse that facilitated all the trade between Japan and the outside world after two and a half centuries of self isolation
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:29
Welcome to the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, or Akarenga Soko, a site that serves as a profound architectural bridge between Japan's Meiji-era industrial ambitions and its modern identity as a cosmopolitan cultural hub. These two…
Listen in the app2Warehouse No. 1 — The Cultural Core2:13
Warehouse No. 1, the smaller of the two structures, serves as the primary cultural anchor of the complex. …
Listen in the app3Warehouse No. 2 — A Modern Marketplace2:09
Warehouse No. 2 is the larger, more commercially vibrant sibling in the Akarenga complex. …
Listen in the app4The Event Plaza — Yokohama's Public Living Room2:06
The open space between the two warehouses, known as the Event Plaza, is arguably the most dynamic part of the entire complex. Throughout the year, this vast stone-paved area is transformed to host a dizzying array of festivals…
Listen in the app5The Maritime Walkway — A View of the Working Port2:03
Running along the water-facing side of the Red Brick Warehouse is the Maritime Walkway, a scenic path that connects the warehouses to the rest of the Minato Mirai waterfront. This walkway is a vital link in the city's plan to…
Listen in the app6The Custom House Legacy — Symbols of Sovereignty2:20
To truly appreciate the Red Brick Warehouse, one must understand its original purpose as a Customs House. In the early 20th century, customs was more than just a logistical office; it was a symbol of Japan's national sovereignty…
Listen in the app7The Evening Illumination — A Night in the Harbor2:08
As night falls, the Red Brick Warehouse undergoes a dramatic sensory transformation. The evening illumination is a carefully choreographed display that highlights the texture and color of the brickwork, casting long shadows that…
Listen in the app8Closing2:06
As we conclude our exploration of the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, I hope you have gained a deeper appreciation for this remarkable site as more than just a destination for shopping and entertainment. These structures are the…
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What is Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse?
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse is a place in Kanagawa Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Kanagawa Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 17 min 34 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.4525, 139.6422 |
| Last updated |
