Japantown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Santana Row Shopping Center

Santana Row Shopping Center

4/5(1 review)

During your trip to San Jose, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Santana Row Shopping Center. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Santana Row Shopping Center
Winchester Mystery House

Winchester Mystery House

5/5(2 reviews)

Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.

Winchester Mystery House
San Jose Convention Center

San Jose Convention Center

4/5(4 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in San Jose Convention Center during your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

San Jose Convention Center
Alum Rock Park which includes landscape views and mountains

Alum Rock Park

Escape from the bustle of central San Jose in the caves and creeks of this beautiful public park.

Alum Rock Park
Raging Waters

Raging Waters

Bring your family to Raging Waters and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in San Jose. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Raging Waters
Children\'s Discovery Museum which includes interior views as well as children

Children's Discovery Museum

Watch your kids play with intriguing interactive displays and learn about community, connections and creativity in this acclaimed science museum.

Children's Discovery Museum

Activities

San Jose: Valley Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

San Jose: Valley Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

AU$39
Per adult
San Jose: Valley Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour
Join us in haunted San Jose if you dare, as we unveil the spectral mysteries that lie hidden in plain sight at the haunted university on a ghost tour of San Jose.

San Jose Ghosts Tour

AU$30
Per adult
San Jose Ghosts Tour
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

AU$447
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Private Tour to Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Islamic & Coptic Cairo

Private Tour to Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Islamic & Coptic Cairo

AU$228
Per adult
Private Tour to Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Islamic & Coptic Cairo
San Jose Brew Bike Bar Tour

San Jose Brew Bike Bar Tour

AU$84
Per adult
San Jose Brew Bike Bar Tour
Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Jose Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
Per adult
San Jose Puzzling Adventure
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Our pick of the best Japantown Hotel Deals

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
3 out of 5
1355 N 4th Street, San Jose, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$186 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$186
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (121 reviews)
"I flew in with my son for his birthday and took him to the 49er and Seahawks game. Upon arrival at the airport, 854pm, I called the hotel like I was informed to do as soon as I land, and the lady told me I need to get to the pick up and drop off location before 9 or I would have to wait til 10 for ..."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
Maple Tree Inn
Maple Tree Inn
3 out of 5
711 E El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA
The price is AU$154 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunnyvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,775 reviews)
"Everything was great but there was something in the room that I was allergic to. I called Expedia to see if I could cancel and book something else and they took care of it for me. The front desk was busy with guest check in, but were somewhat helpful when I decided to check out early. The buffet ..."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Maple Tree Inn
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5 out of 5
1625 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA
The price is AU$202 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Mountain View. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (893 reviews)
"Very clean and felt very comfortable"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
3 out of 5
1727 Technology Dr, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$184 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
AU$184
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,193 reviews)
"The hotel was located close to the airport and central to shopping and restaurants. The facility was clean and kept up. The front desk upon getting there was very rude and not helpful. I left and came back in 4 hours to check in."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Sonesta Silicon Valley
Sonesta Silicon Valley
4 out of 5
1820 Barber Ln, Milpitas, CA
The price is AU$195 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milpitas. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,405 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Sonesta Silicon Valley
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA
The price is AU$241 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$241
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Great place
"Staff was helpful. Was a short visit. 1 night. Enjoyed ourselves"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Japantown

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Civic Center

Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like SAP Center at San Jose. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Civic Center
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Northside

When in Northside, you can plan a visit to SAP Center at San Jose and San Jose Flea Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northside
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Coleman

If you're spending some time in Coleman, SAP Center at San Jose and Heritage Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Coleman
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Downtown San Jose

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like SAP Center at San Jose and San Pedro Square, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

Downtown San Jose
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Rosemary

When in Rosemary and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Casino M8trix or PayPal Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mineta Airport Station or Gish Station.

Rosemary
Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum featuring interior views

Shasta-Hanchett Park

If you're spending some time in Shasta-Hanchett Park, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Municipal Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Shasta-Hanchett Park

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