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Chinese cuisineMotomachi-Chukagai Station5 min walk

Houtenkaku Shinkan

鵬天閣 新館

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Handmade dim sum visible through glass; an acclaimed Chinatown spot with constant queues for juicy pan-fried soup dumplings

  • Famous pan-fried soup dumplings
  • Chewy wrappers with piping-hot soup
  • Compare pan-fried and steamed dumplings
  • Peking duck courses available
  • Popular shop with continuous queues
  • Casual stop for street food snacking
  • Table private rooms for 35 or more
  • Entirely non-smoking with Wi-Fi

Just a short walk from Motomachi-Chukagai Station in the lively heart of Yokohama Chinatown, Houtenkaku Shinkan is celebrated for its pan-fried soup dumplings featuring a thick, chewy wrapper crisped to perfection on the bottom. Hot, savory broth bursts out with every bite, traditionally paired with black vinegar, and the combo platter of seafood and pork fillings is especially popular. Delicate, thin-skinned steamed soup dumplings are also served, allowing guests to compare both preparations. On the first floor, watching dim sum chefs hand-fold each dumpling through the glass while waiting in line is part of the shop's charm, making it a bustling street-food destination. The second floor offers a bright, relaxed dining room in white tones, where guests can enjoy authentic Chinese dishes such as multi-course meals featuring Peking duck and seafood noodles. With private dining rooms accommodating 35 or more guests, private venue hires for 20 to 50 people, and courses with all-you-can-drink options, the restaurant accommodates everything from family meals to entertaining out-of-town guests.

Details

Address
192-15 Yamashitacho, Naka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan

Address in Japanese: 神奈川県横浜市中区山下町192-15

Nearest station
Budget
Lunch
¥1,000–¥1,999
Dinner
¥3,000–¥3,999
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Payment
  • Credit cardAccepted(VISA, Mastercard, JCB, American Express)
  • E-moneyNot accepted
  • QR code paymentNot accepted
Seats
44 seats
  • Table seats
  • Private room
  • Sofa seats
  • Counter seats
Smoking
Non-smoking
Parking
No
Wi-Fi
Yes
Accessibility
No
Power outlets
No
Private hire
Available

Opening hours

Mon–Sun
  • 10:00–22:00Last order 21:30
Holidays
  • 10:00–22:00Last order 21:30

Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check with the restaurant before visiting.

Features & facilities

  • Private rooms
  • Non-smoking
  • Open for lunch
  • Takeout

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192-15 Yamashitacho, Naka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan

Address in Japanese: 神奈川県横浜市中区山下町192-15

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