Geographic extension for Yokohama (Japan)88% of domains genuinely active — very high usage rateGMO Internet Group dominates with 74.22% of the market

.yokohama Domain

.yokohama is the geographic extension for Yokohama, the second most populous city in Japan, delegated on March 27, 2014. It has 3,712 registered domains, with a notable 88.34% active in the zone file, and GMO Internet Group dominates the registrar market with almost three-quarters of the total.

2014 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .YOKOHAMA domain

What is the .YOKOHAMA domain?

.yokohama is a geographic top-level domain (geoTLD) representing Yokohama, the second most populous city in Japan and a major port and industrial area near Tokyo. It was delegated on March 27, 2014, and is managed by GMO Registry, Inc., headquartered in Tokyo — the same parent company as GMO Internet Group, one of Japan's leading registrar groups. It has 3,712 registered domains, with a notable 88.34% active in the zone file, one of the highest real-use rates among geographic extensions. The registrar profile is naturally dominated by GMO Internet Group/Onamae.com, which controls 74.22% of the market, followed by Dynadot, Namecheap, and notably COM LAUDE and MarkMonitor, both specializing in brand protection.
Extension .YOKOHAMA
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2014
Registry GMO Registry, Inc. (Tokyo, Japan)
Restrictions None
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .YOKOHAMA

Who is the .YOKOHAMA domain for?

These are the most common situations where .YOKOHAMA is the ideal extension.

Businesses and shops in Yokohama

The most direct use: companies, stores, and professionals based in this major Japanese city.

Port and industrial companies

Businesses tied to the Port of Yokohama, one of the most important in Japan.

Tourism in Yokohama

Hotels, restaurants, and tourism services centered on this city.

Institutions and municipal administration

Public bodies tied to the city government.

Defensive brand registration

The presence of COM LAUDE and MarkMonitor suggests some preventive protection use by large companies.

Universities and educational institutions

Academic institutions based in Yokohama.

.YOKOHAMA vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .YOKOHAMA with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.yokohama This page Businesses and projects tied to Yokohama No formal restriction Check price
.jp Japan in general None Check price
.com Any project None $14.99/year

Registration process

How to register your .YOKOHAMA domain at miHosting

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Check availability

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Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

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Your domain is live

Within minutes your .YOKOHAMA domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .YOKOHAMA domain

What is Yokohama?

It is the second most populous city in Japan, a major port and industrial area near Tokyo.

Who manages the .yokohama domain?

GMO Registry, Inc., headquartered in Tokyo. It was delegated on March 27, 2014.

Why does GMO Internet Group dominate the registrar market?

It is the parent company of the registry operator itself, GMO Registry, which explains its natural dominance over the commercialization of this extension.

Do I need a connection to Yokohama to register this domain?

There is no mandatory formal verification, although the real registrar profile confirms very concentrated use in the Japanese market.

How much does a .yokohama domain cost?

The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.

Can I register my .yokohama domain with miHosting?

Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price for this extension.

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The .yokohama domain is the geographic extension for Yokohama, the second most populous city in Japan, delegated on March 27, 2014, and managed by GMO Registry, Inc. With 3,712 registered domains and a notable 88.34% genuinely active, it shows one of the highest real-use rates among geographic extensions, with GMO Internet Group naturally dominating its own registrar market. It is ideal for businesses with a genuine connection to this city. Check with our team for the current price and pair it with our professional hosting for your local project.