What other travelers are saying about Seabus Yokohama Station East Exit Platform
We took the boat on a summer Saturday afternoon, and it wasn’t crowded at all. The ride went smoothly around Yokohama City to Yamashita Park, with no stops on our trip. It lasted about 15 minutes, and the ticket price was 1,000 yen—fair value for the experience.
A few tips: summer might not be the most comfortable time due to the heat, so plan accordingly. It’s a good idea to line up 10–15 minutes early at the gate to get the best seats. If you’re boarding from Yokohama East Exit, the right-hand side middle seats give you the best views. For the most memorable experience, going in the evening during cherry blossom season is highly recommended.
Fares vary by destination from the East Exit platform. The journey to Yokohama Hammerhead costs ¥700 for adults and ¥350 for children, while traveling to Pier Akarenga (Red Brick Warehouse) costs ¥800 for adults and ¥400 for children. Child fares are exactly half the adult fares. Payment is made at the ticket counter before boarding, and tickets must be purchased on the day of travel.
The Sea Bass runs daily between 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM, with typically one to two services departing every hour. On weekends and public holidays, there is usually one extra departure extending service until after 7:00 PM. Passengers should arrive at the terminal at least 10 minutes before departure time, as boats leave promptly on schedule. The service operates year-round without regular holidays, though trips may be suspended or canceled due to severe weather conditions.
Pets are not allowed on board except for assistance dogs. Service animals including seeing-eye dogs and other assistance dogs are permitted to accompany passengers. All other animals, regardless of whether they are in carriers or containers, cannot be brought aboard the Sea Bass vessels.
The Sea Bass is wheelchair and stroller accessible. The terminal at Bay Quarter Yokohama can be reached via elevator from ground level, and the boarding platform accommodates mobility devices. The vessels themselves feature covered seating areas with wide aisles and accessible facilities, making it convenient for passengers using wheelchairs or traveling with strollers to enjoy the water bus service.
Journey times are relatively short across all routes. The trip from Yokohama Station East Exit to the main waterfront destinations takes approximately 15 minutes. This quick transit time makes the Sea Bass an efficient way to reach popular tourist areas like the Red Brick Warehouse, Hammerhead, and the Minato Mirai district while enjoying scenic views of Yokohama Bay along the way.
