Cosmo Clock 21 (コスモクロック21), the iconic Ferris-wheel clock in Yokohama, Japan. Rising above the Minato Mirai skyline, Cosmo Clock 21 is more than just a Ferris wheel — it’s a landmark, a timepiece, and a symbol of Yokohama’s modern waterfront. Located in Yokohama Cosmo World, Naka ward, Yokohama city, Kanagawa Prefecture, 40 km away from Central Tokyo. This distinctive structure combines the leisure of an amusement ride with the function of a giant clock.
★The Sparkling Cosmo Clock 21
★The sparkling Cosmo clock 21 with Tokyo Bay
★The Shimmering Ferris wheel
★Night view of Ferris wheel
The name Cosmo Clock 21 hints at a forward-looking, futuristic vision — 21 possibly referring to the 21st century.
★The day view of Cosmo Clock
★Kids Cosmo world Zone
★Cosmo world Map
★Entrance
★the cloudy view
In a cloudy day i had reached at Cosmo world. The big amusement park need a whole day to explore. But the Night view I want to enjoy more beacuse of sparling and simmering view of Yokohama city from Cosmo 21 was so fascinating for me. p-66
★The Day View
★The Vanish ride with Cosmo clock 21
★Giant Clock showing
★The evening view of Cosmo Clock
Look whom I met here its @SonamW and her cute daughter Dwella. I am so excited to meet her for the first time. She is coming from 13000 km away, from New Delhi, and thanks to Connect and Local Guides, being a local guide, we are able to meet together. Sonam has given me a Diwali Lamp, a postcard from Bhutan, snacks, a local guide sticker, a customised coaster-designed by Dwella, tea and many more souvenirs. I accept them with great pleasure.
★Me and Sonam with the souvenirs
★Me and Sonam with the souvenirs
I gifted her some decorative pieces from Japan, such as artificial maple leaves, flowers, photo frames, coasters, accessories, hourglasses, and dry fruits.
★Me and Sonam with the souvenirs
*★Sonam her daughter Dwella and me
★Me and Sonam
Cosmo Clock 21 is more than just an amusement ride. It acts as a visual anchor for the Minato Mirai area. Its clock display ensures it’s not just a decorative structure but also one that interacts with the city by telling time at a monumental scale.
★We 3
★The cosmo clock pipes
★the Vanish rides
Cosmo Clock 21 was originally built for the YES ’89 Yokohama Exposition (Yokohama Exotic Showcase) in 1989. At that time, the wheel’s total height was 107.5 m, making it, upon opening, the tallest Ferris wheel in the world.
★Me and Sonam waited in a queue for riding in Cosmo clock 21
★the View from Gondola
★The up view
★The Yokohama city
★The shimmering view
In 1997, the structure was dismantled, and reconstruction began to place it on a higher base. It reopened in March 1999 at its new location, now with a total height of 112.5 m (369 ft). Now its 23rd The tallest Ferris wheel in the World. This relocation coincided with the development of the Minato Mirai 21 district and the formal opening of Yokohama Cosmo World at its present site.
★369 feet up
★The Bird eye view
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Height | 112.5 m (after 1999 reconstruction) |
| Diameter | 100.0 m |
| Number of Gondolas | 60 |
| Capacity per Gondola | 8 persons |
| Rotation Time | ~ 15 minutes per full rotation |
| Total Capacity | 480 passengers at once |
| Lighting / Illumination | Uses full-color LED lighting allowing up to ~16.7 million colors, with a “light art” show and clock display. |
During a 15-minute ride, visitors can enjoy sweeping 360° views of Yokohama city, the harbor, and the Minato Mirai skyline, Yokohama Bay Bridge, and even Mount Fuji on clear days.
★The Bird eye view
★The Bird eye view
As we visited the cosmo clock 21, its so much crowded then other days. We waited for 50 minutes to ride a See-through gondolas (clear bottom or sides) — these provide a more thrilling, transparent view. And we were the luckiest Its was so charming, enchanting ang glittering to my eyes. We and Sonam just enjoyed the 15 mins rides. The bid eye view was the sneak peak for me. The experience was outstanding and will cherish forever.
★The Transparent Gondola Schedule
@SP31 could you remember Cosmo clock 21, as you have commented on my Spectacular Tokyo’s Tallest Ferris Wheel
Over the decades, Cosmo Clock 21 has become an integral part of Yokohama’s identity. Featured in films, postcards, and countless photographs, it embodies the city’s blend of creativity, innovation, and coastal charm. A ride on Cosmo Clock 21 offers a moment of serenity high above the bustling harbor — a timeless reminder that even in a fast-paced city, there’s always time to enjoy the view.
Cultural Notes
Cosmo Clock 21 has made appearances in films. Notably, in the 1992 Godzilla vs. Mothra, the wheel is used dramatically in the battle sequences
Access & Visiting Surroundings
Access:
– About a 10-minute walk from Sakuragicho Station (JR / subway)
About 12-Minutes Walk from Minato Mirai Station (JR Minato Mirai Line)
Operating Time: Typically 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (varies by season)
Ticket / Cost:
The Ferris wheel costs ~ ¥1,000 (for ages 3+) in recent years.
Wheelchair Accessible: 
YES
Reception / boarding typically stops about 15 minutes before park closing
Best Times & Tips:
– Evening / night is especially spectacular for lighting effects.
– If possible, riding just after sunset gives a mix of daylight views and nighttime illumination.
