Convention City Yokohama
An introduction to Yokohama as the “First Port of Call” for meeting planners.
Find out about Yokohama’s basics and reasons why Yokohama should be your next convention destination.
Why Yokohama
Since Japan opened its doors to the world, Yokohama has been the nation’s key entry point for international trade and communications, bringing global perspectives, new ideas and multi-culturalism. The port city has always been recognized for being open to business and to an exchange of expertise through international trade and conventions.
Fresh breezes and refreshing ideas are integral to Yokohama being the nation’s center for innovation in science and technology. Major universities, medical and scientific research centers based here will contribute to the success of global conferences.
Welcome to Japan’s First Port of Call.
Success Stories
Following are testimonials of our clients’ memorable experiences in Yokohama.
Venues
Our meeting infrastructure is designed to cater to the needs of each and every international meeting. Yokohama has an extensive range of facilities, from international brand hotels to the world-class convention complex PACIFICO Yokohama. Make the most of the atmospheric possibilities in a historic red brick warehouse, in a serene Japanese garden, on a luxurious cruise ship, or at any other of the remarkable venues unique to Yokohama.
Tools & Resources
The Yokohama Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive range of resources to assist them in promoting Yokohama as a destination.
Photo Library
High-resolution digital images for the use of media and travel trade professionals promoting Yokohama as a tourist destination.
Videos
A series of promotional videos available for the use of media and travel trade professionals promoting Yokohama as a tourist destination.
Publications for Professionals
Printed materials, maps & guides, meeting planners guide, and more available for the use of media and travel trade professionals.
What’s New
"PACIFICO Yokohama North" will start its operation on 24th April, 2020.
PACIFICO Yokohama North will open adjacent to PACIFICO Yokohama
on 24th April, 2020....
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The new facility will be built adjacent to the PACIFICO Yokohama Exhibition Hall, and plans include 42 large, medium, and small
conference rooms in addition to the largest multipurpose hall
(6,300㎡)in the country.
This multipurpose hall, which can be divided into as many
as 8 sections depending on the required size and application, is an ideal space for hosting major corporate conventions.
It is also suitable for ceremonies, incentive travel events (training and incentive travel), trade fairs and exhibitions,
new product launches, and large scale parties. The added facility,
in combination with the current facilities, will allow the
concurrent hosting of two large scale international meetings or
academic conferences of up to 3,000 people.
【PACIFICO Yokohama North】
[opening date]
・24th April, 2020
[Facility details]
・6 levels + 1 underground level
・the multi-purpose hall of 6,300 ㎡
・42 large / medium / small – sized meeting rooms
https://www.pacifico.co.jp/english/tabid/500/Default.aspx
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts to open New Hotel, InterContinental Yokohama Pier 8!
InterContinental Yokohama Pier 8, stylish and uniquely shaped hotel is opend by a beautiful harbor....
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・InterContinental Yokohama Pier 8
・31st Oct, 2019
・173rooms (3rd floor ~ 5th floor) check in 15:00 / check out 12:00
・Restaurant & Bar "Larboard" (98 seats)
・Sushi restaurant "Katabami" (9 counter seats)
https://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/gb/en/yokohama/tyoyh/hoteldetail/concierge#scmisc=nav_concierge_ic
IBTM World in Balcerona!
From 19th to 21th of November, IBTM World will be held in Barcelona. We are attending as Yokohama CVB in Japan booth. We are going to meet meetings/events professionals and promote Yokohama as a great Convention destination!
https://www.ibtmworld.com/
PACIFICO Yokohama North has successfuly attract more than 100 events!
PACIFICO Yokohama, one of the largest convention complexes in Japan is delighted to report that its new convention facility “PACIFICO Yokohama North,” scheduled to open in spring 2020, has already successfully attracted over 100 events, including international conferences and symposiums....
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100 events confirmed between FY2020 and FY2023
In detail: 14 international conferences, 56 domestic conferences, 30 other events (business-related events, exhibitions, large-scale banquets, examinations, etc.)
Including 9 large business-related events, and 3 banquet events making full-scale use of the Multi-purpose Hall.
Some of the major international events confirmed
FY2020: IJCAI-PRICAI 2020, JCI World Congress 2020
FY2021: IEEE NSS-MIC 2021
FY2022: WCCM2022
https://www.imex-frankfurt.com/