hectopascal: Creative Wood-Fired Pizza

hectopascal (ヘクトパスカル) is a pizza workshop in Yokohama where the dough is the main event. Baked in a large, wood-fired oven that forms the room's centerpiece, the crust is consistently praised for its chewy yet light texture and a distinct smoky aroma, often incorporating whole grains. While many reviewers consider it one of the best pizzerias in the Kanagawa prefecture, it's a destination that requires some planning to reach.

The menu is built around this exceptional dough. Classics like the Margherita and Marinara are lauded for their balance and fragrance, while the cheese-heavy Tanti Formaggi is another recurring favorite. Beyond the standards, the kitchen offers a wide range of creative and seasonal pies, such as fig and gorgonzola, alongside well-made small plates like house wood-fired sausages and a rich lasagna. Reviewers also single out the fried dessert pizza with chocolate and banana. The main drawback noted by visitors is its location, a 15–20 minute walk from the nearest station, though a bus stops right outside.

Reviewers find the prices higher than a casual pizzeria but overwhelmingly feel the quality justifies the cost and the trip. A typical dinner for one costs around ¥8,000–¥9,999, with lunch at ¥3,000–¥3,999. Recent guests paid around ¥1,500–¥1,870 for a Margherita, ¥1,300–¥1,600 for the lasagna, and ¥2,200 for a plate of burrata with charcuterie.

• Booking: Reservations are essential and can only be made via Instagram DM. The restaurant is popular and often fully booked.
• Getting there: From Futamatagawa Station (South Exit), it is a 15–20 minute walk. Alternatively, take a Sotetsu bus to the 'Minamimotojuku Interchange' stop, which is a one-minute walk away.
• Payment: Credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners) and PayPay are accepted. Other forms of electronic money are not.
• Seating: The space includes counter seats and tables. The entire restaurant can be booked for private parties of up to 20 people.
• Children: Children are welcome.
• Parking: A limited number of parking spaces are available.
• Smoking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking.