From the publisher’s rulebook
Who goes first in Yokohama?
OKAZU Brand English rules
The player who most recently visited Yokohama starts; if that does not determine a player, choose one by any preferred method.
Rule details
Give that player the Start Player card. It stays with them for the whole game.
The starting player begins with three yen; every other player starts with four.
Source & edition
- Yokohama: English rulebookOKAZU Brand · Game Setup, steps 8–9; credits · Checked 2026-09-24Printed page references: 3, 4, 16
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If your rules call for a random choice, use the player picker.
If there’s a tie
The rulebook doesn’t say. If you need a tie-break, pick a player at random.
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