Yamate

Yamate is a historic district in Yokohama, Japan, known for its Western-style architecture and multicultural heritage. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it served as an expatriate settlement where foreigners, especially diplomats and traders, lived and worked. The area features well-preserved Western-style homes, churches, and gardens, reflecting the international influence that helped Yokohama become Japan’s prominent port city. Today, Yamate is a popular cultural and sightseeing spot, offering visitors insights into Japan’s period of opening to the world and its early foreign community’s lifestyle.