Thank you very much for the many entries we received for the "Yokohama Night View Photo Contest," which was held with the theme of the night view of Yokohama, one of Japan's new top three night view cities.
From the 4,463 entries received during the competition period from November 21, 2025 (Friday) to January 20, 2026 (Tuesday), we have selected the winning entries.
We are pleased to announce the winning entries.
Excellence Award
"Carrying Time"
ha.re275San
I rode the Ferris wheel for the first time in a long time, a ride I had with my family when I was a child. The view from the window was completely different from what I remembered; it sparkled beautifully like a jewel box. It was a moment of surprise and awe at the changes in Minato Mirai.
Location: Inside the Cosmo Clock 21 gondola
Yokohama Night View Category
Excellence Award
"Departure at Twilight"
hironobu_m_55San
This is the "Viking Eden" departing from Yokohama Port's Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal and passing under the Bay Bridge, with the night view of Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 as a backdrop. The photo was taken from the Skywalk.
Filming location: Yokohama Bay Bridge Skywalk
Yokohama Night View Category
Award of Excellence
"Deep Yokohama"
kamerabakagramSan
In Yokohama Chinatown, one of the longest streets stretches out before me, lined with countless glittering shops. I used the compression effect of a telephoto lens to emphasize the dense, overlapping glow of lanterns and signs, creating a vibrant scene where the entire street seems enveloped in light.
Filming location: Kanteibyo Street, Yokohama Chinatown
"The Port of Departure"
r_k__photoSan
As night fell over Osanbashi Pier, I happened to witness the moment the Asuka III departed. The contrast between my child's small back as they gazed out at the ship was striking, and I captured that moment in a photograph. It was a beautiful and peaceful departure, enveloped in the night view of Yokohama.
Filming location: Yokohama Port Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal
Yokohama Night View Category
Winning a prize
"Blooming in the Blue Harbor"
33San
Filming location: Yamashita Pier
"Cosmo World after the rain"
blackriver410San
Filming location: Yokohama Cosmo World
"The sailing ship Nippon Maru emerges from the night sky over Yokohama."
carefree_ph_yuSan
Filming location: Sky Garden, 69th floor observation deck, Yokohama Landmark Tower
"Future City"
hanasan373San
Filming location: Above Yokohama Minato Mirai
"Looking at History"
tetsu9797San
Filming location: Yamashita Park East Entrance
THE YOKOHAMA ILLUMINATION Department
Excellence Award
"The Future Voyage of Whales Swimming in Yokohama Port"
lovelynoel283San
As the whale of light swam slowly, and the night view of Yokohama Port and the gleam of the two luxury cruise ships merged, my heart pounded with excitement, as if announcing the start of a new voyage. It was a special sight, a journey toward dreams and the future, that I could only have encountered at "Yorunoyo."
Filming location: Yokohama Port Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal
THE YOKOHAMA ILLUMINATION Department
Award of Excellence
"A messenger of light appearing amidst the golden light"
happi.kiraSan
Last year, Nihon-Odori Avenue was bustling with rows and rows of reindeer. The ginkgo trees were illuminated in a beautiful golden light, creating a fantastical scene that left a lasting impression.
Filming location: Nihon-Odori
"Azure Majesty"
sonichero0722San
Yokohama becomes dazzling during the Yorunoyo period! The Hikawa Maru also gets dressed up to add to the festive atmosphere! I took this photo while waiting for the Highlight of Yokohama to begin, and I hope the long exposure captures the solemn atmosphere!
Filming location: Yamashita Park
THE YOKOHAMA ILLUMINATION Department
Winning a prize
"The party's about to begin!"
chika._photo._San
Filming location: Hotel New Grand
"Azure, enveloped in shimmering light"
hiro7.18San
Filming location: Grand Mall Park
"YOKOHAMA BLUE ~The Colors of Roses~"
k_kiwi_t_San
Filming location: Yokohama Port Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal
"A prelude of light woven by the magic hour"
maaccchaSan
Filming location: Yokohama Port Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal
"Dyeing the night"
tanbazaruSan
Filming location: Yokohama Port Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal