GREEN EXPO 2027 Venue Kamiseya How to Get There: Stations, Shuttles & Access
GREEN EXPO 2027 is held at the former Kamiseya site in Seya Ward. Learn the nearest stations, shuttle bus routes, and how long the commute takes from each base.
If you are wondering about the GREEN EXPO 2027 venue Kamiseya how to get there, the short answer is: train to one of four confirmed shuttle stations, then a ¥200 shuttle bus (10–25 min) to the gate. Entry requires a timed-slot reservation plus a separately booked shuttle or parking space — both open on 18 September 2026 per the expo association's 17 July 2026 announcement. No hotels sit at the venue itself; choose a base in Shin-Yokohama, Machida, or Yokohama and commute in.
Where the Venue Is
The expo site is the former Kamiseya (上瀬谷) US communications facility in Yokohama's Seya Ward, covering approximately 100 hectares (out of a 242-hectare total footprint). It is Japan's first A1-class international horticultural expo since the 1990 Osaka Garden Expo — 37 years later. The area is residential, so visitors must commute from a hotel base elsewhere.
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Reaching the Venue from Each Base at a Glance
All routes involve train plus shuttle bus. The expo association confirmed on 17 July 2026 that four stations serve as shuttle departure points. Shuttles are expected to carry 44,000 passengers per day on peak days — about 42% of total expected attendance (as of the July 2026 announcement). Shuttle pre-booking for outbound and return journeys separately opens 18 September 2026.
| From base | Route to venue | Approx time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shin-Yokohama | Sotetsu Shin-Yokohama Line → Nishiya → Sotetsu Main Line → Seya + shuttle | 35–40 min total | Transfer at Nishiya; shuttle ~10 min from Seya |
| Yokohama Station | Sotetsu Main Line to Seya or Mitsukyo + shuttle | 35–40 min total | Seya ~25 min from Yokohama by Sotetsu |
| Machida / Minami-machida | Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line to Minami-machida Grandberry Park + shuttle | 30–35 min total | Machida to Minami-machida GBP ~5 min; shuttle ~15 min |
| Tokyo (Shibuya via Den-en-toshi) | Den-en-toshi Line to Minami-machida GBP + shuttle | 50–55 min from Shibuya | Shibuya → Minami-machida GBP ~33–40 min express |
| Near-venue (Sotetsu line area) | Short train + shuttle from Seya or Mitsukyo | 20–25 min | Saves ~15 min vs Shin-Yokohama; limited hotel supply |
Times are estimates based on train schedules as of July 2026. Shuttle booking opens 18 September 2026 at expo2027yokohama.or.jp — entry reservation and transport reservation are separate steps.
The Four Shuttle Stations Explained
All four shuttle departure stations were officially confirmed by the expo association on 17 July 2026. The shuttle fare is ¥200 per adult one-way (children aged 1–11: ¥100; disability discount: adult ¥100 / child ¥50). Both outbound and return seats require separate bookings.
Sotetsu Seya Station — the closest option
Seya Station on the Sotetsu Main Line sits roughly 2 km from the venue — about 10 minutes by shuttle at ¥200 per adult. Walking from Seya is not practical; Yokohama City has announced pedestrian infrastructure improvements, but the route is not confirmed open as of July 2026. Seya is about 25 minutes from Yokohama Station on the Sotetsu Main Line, and about 30 minutes from Shin-Yokohama (transfer at Nishiya).
Sotetsu Mitsukyo Station — alternative Sotetsu point
Mitsukyo is one stop toward Yokohama from Seya, approximately 4 km from the venue (shuttle ~15–20 min, ¥200). It may be more convenient if your hotel is between Yokohama and Seya on the Sotetsu line.
JR Tokaichiba Station — the JR approach
Tokaichiba on the JR Yokohama Line is about 6 km from the venue (shuttle ~20–25 min). From Yokohama Station, Tokaichiba takes roughly 25 minutes via JR Yokohama Line (transfer at Higashi-Kanagawa).
Tokyu Minami-machida Grandberry Park — the Machida and Tokyo approach
Minami-machida Grandberry Park on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line is ~4 km from the venue (shuttle ~15 min). Families in Machida reach this station in about 5 minutes. From Shibuya, it is 33–40 minutes on the Den-en-toshi Line — making this the most direct single-line option for Tokyo visitors staying along the Tokyu network.
Ticket and Transport Reservation: Two Separate Steps
Entry to GREEN EXPO 2027 requires a purchased ticket plus a timed-entry reservation. As announced 17 July 2026, all reservations — entry slots, shuttle seats, and car park spaces — open on 18 September 2026, roughly six months before the expo opens on 19 March 2027.
- Step 1 — Entry slot: Reserve your timed-entry slot through the expo's ticket system from 18 September 2026.
- Step 2 — Transport: After booking entry, reserve your shuttle seat or parking space via a separate transport system. The association will link from the entry booking page to transport booking.
- Book outbound and return separately: Each shuttle journey requires its own booking.
Direct bus services from Yokohama Station and Shin-Yokohama Station are under consideration; we will update this guide once confirmed.
Car Access and Parking
Public transport is the recommended approach — roads around Seya Ward are residential and access routes from the expressway are expected to see heavy congestion on peak days. If you drive, here is what was announced 17 July 2026:
- On-site car parks: Two lots (north and west sides), totalling ~6,200 spaces.
- Parking fees: ¥5,000 weekdays; ¥7,000 on weekends, public holidays, and 19 designated busy-season days (Golden Week + select September weekends).
- Park-and-ride (busy season only): Sagamiono Multi-storey, AEON Mall Yamato, and Ito-Yokado Yamato Tsuruma (~4–8 km away), ~700 spaces total, ¥3,000 including shuttle to venue.
- Expressway approach: Tokyo-side visitors are expected to use Tomei Expressway Yokohama-Machida IC; the association plans routing guidance and direction signage.
Car park reservations open 18 September 2026 through the same transport system as shuttle bookings. All parking fees are as of the July 2026 announcement.
Staying Closest: Sotetsu-Line Hotels Near the Venue
For visitors who want to minimize their daily commute and are comfortable with a residential neighbourhood and fewer dining choices, there are options along the Sotetsu Main Line.
The Toyoko Inn Futamatagawa-eki Kita-guchi is a 3-min walk from Futamatagawa Station North Exit. Futamatagawa is two stops from Mitsukyo toward Yokohama; from here you can reach Seya in ~5 minutes, then take the shuttle. Rates start from ¥6,000 (varies by season). Closer to the venue, the Seya and Mitsukyo areas have thin hotel supply — if you find availability, book it early.
| Hotel | Station | Walk | From ¥ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyoko Inn Futamatagawa-eki Kita-guchi | Futamatagawa (Sotetsu) | 3-min walk, North Exit | from ¥6,000 (varies by season) |
| Hotels near Mitsukyo Station (various) | Mitsukyo (Sotetsu) | varies | from ¥6,000–8,000 (varies by season) |
All prices per room per night and vary by season and day of the week.
Why Shin-Yokohama Usually Makes More Sense
The 15-minute time saving from a near-venue stay is real but comes at a cost: far fewer dining choices, smaller hotel inventory, and no shinkansen access. Shin-Yokohama offers the Sotetsu Shin-Yokohama Line connection to the expo corridor, a range of hotels including the station-connected Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Yokohama Station (formerly Hotel Associa, reopening December 2026 — the top pick when available), and easy onward access to Tokyo or Kyoto via shinkansen.
For a full breakdown of the Shin-Yokohama options, see hotels in Shin-Yokohama for GREEN EXPO 2027. For the overall base-choice framework, see the complete GREEN EXPO 2027 accommodation guide. Airport routing is covered in GREEN EXPO 2027 access from Tokyo and Haneda.
Still picking your base? Our Shin-Yokohama vs Yokohama Station comparison weighs the two strongest options on exactly this commute.
Trip Essentials for Yokohama
Things worth booking before you land, all in English:
- eSIM — Airalo's Japan eSIM: install it at home and data works as soon as you switch off airplane mode at Haneda. Comparing providers? See our Japan eSIM guide.
- Airport transfer — Welcome Pickups runs fixed-price door-to-door pickups from Haneda; Klook sells the airport bus and train tickets if you'd rather ride.
- Luggage storage — arriving before check-in? Radical Storage takes bags at shops near Yokohama Station for a flat daily rate.
- Tickets and day trips — Klook covers Yokohama attractions and Tokyo day-trip tickets; booking ahead skips the ticket-window line.
The full GREEN×EXPO 2027 planner
This guide is the free version. If you want the whole trip decided — the dated-entry ticket system explained step by step, the 19 peak days to avoid, where to stay compared honestly, the counter-flow train trick that gets you a seat, shuttles and parking, and how to survive a Japanese August at an open-air venue — that is The GREEN×EXPO 2027 Yokohama Planner (10 chapters, from US$9.99, with a mobile version and a cost worksheet). One date decides the rest: 18 September 2026, when entry-time, shuttle and parking reservations all open. Buy once and every update until the Expo closes is free.
FAQ: GREEN EXPO 2027 Venue Access
Do I need to reserve the shuttle bus in advance?
Yes. As announced by the expo association on 17 July 2026, shuttle seats require advance reservation — outbound and return booked separately. Reservations open 18 September 2026 via a transport booking system that is separate from the entry-slot reservation. On peak days the shuttles are expected to carry 44,000 passengers (about 42% of daily attendance), so secure your slot early.
Is the expo venue walkable from any station?
Seya Station is approximately 2 km from the venue entrance. Yokohama City has announced plans for a pedestrian access route, but as of July 2026 it is not confirmed as open for expo visitors. The shuttle bus from Seya (¥200 adult, ~10 min) is the planned access method. Check expo2027yokohama.or.jp for updates closer to the March 2027 opening.
Can I drive to the venue and is parking available?
Yes. Two on-site car parks (north and west) provide ~6,200 spaces: ¥5,000 weekdays, ¥7,000 on weekends and busy-season days. A park-and-ride option (¥3,000 including shuttle) runs during the busy season from three satellite lots totalling ~700 spaces. Public transport is recommended — local roads near Seya Ward are narrow and are expected to be congested on peak days. Car park bookings open 18 September 2026. All fees are as of the July 2026 announcement.
Which shuttle station should I use from Shin-Yokohama?
Take the Sotetsu Shin-Yokohama Line from Shin-Yokohama, transfer at Nishiya (one stop) onto the Sotetsu Main Line toward Seya, and board the shuttle from Seya Station (~2 km, ~10 min, ¥200). Seya is the closest shuttle station to the venue. Pre-book your shuttle seat from Seya when reservations open on 18 September 2026.
Information audit: Last fact-checked July 2026 · Prices checked July 2026 (all rates are "from" floors that vary by season) · How this guide was researched: hotel facilities, prices and access details are verified against official and primary sources; we have not personally stayed at every property listed. The author commuted to work in Yokohama for many years · How this site verifies information: About NipponStays.
