Heichinrou Chinese Restaurant in Yokohama

Heichinrou Yokohama

 “Heichinrou” means “A place welcoming distinguished, good people.” First opened in 1884 in Yokohama in the Chinatown area, it is the oldest Chinese restaurant still operating in Japan. Over time it has opened multiple branches, and even has a line of bottled teas.

Dim Sum @ heichinrou

The restaurant is considered one of the finest examples of Cantonese cuisine It features luxurious meals using the finest ingredients, including seasonal dishes only offered for a short time. The restaurant has multiple dining areas for individuals and groups such as wedding parties. There is an excellent dim sum served which is one of the finest in Japan. Though expensive, eating at Heichinrou is a memorable experience well worth the cost.

Heichinrou Yokohama entree

The official website for Heichinrou does not have much English, but an informative page with access information and operating hours is: http://www.jnto.go.jp/restaurant-search/eng/detail.php?rst_code=g468300

Hours Monday – Friday 11:00 – 15:00
Monday – Thursday 17:00 – 22:00
Friday 17:00 – 22:00
Saturday 11:00 – 23:00
Sunday 11:00 – 22:00 Directions JR Keihintouhoku Line Ishikawacho Station 7-minute walk
Minatomirai subway Motomachi-Chukagai Station 5-minute walk Address 149, Yamashita-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, 231-0023
(〒231-0023 神奈川県横浜市中区山下町149) photo by: jay.tong