Japantown Travel Guide
San Jose
Popular places to visit
Santana Row Shopping Center
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.
Winchester Mystery House
Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in San Jose McEnery 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.
CSU San Jose State University
Enjoy the student vibe at CSU San Jose State University during your stay in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
San Jose Civic Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at San Jose Civic Auditorium on your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Top hotels in Japantown
Maple Tree Inn
"Delicious Breakfast! Friendly and Fantastic Staff! Would definitely stay here again! Great Job!!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
"Good location, nice hotel"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Dinah's Garden Hotel
"Love the pool, food, hotel in front of the lagoon. Beds are comfy!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"The receptionist welcomed not only welcomed us with a smile, but all the staff at the check in desk did as well as we left, wishing us a safe flight home. Upon walking to our car, another member of the staff who was on her way in also smiled and said good morning. This hotel gets a five star rating ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
"Night staff are very kind and welcoming. Very good and friendly check in and easy and fast check out"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley
"The room was very nice and spacious. Bathroom was a bit small. I wasn’t happy about having to pay an additional $20 to park and it wasn’t even valet parking either. I wasn’t aware there was a fee until I got my bill when I checked out. I’ve already paid for the room $200 plus then I have to pay $20 ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Japantown
Northside
When in Northside, you can plan a visit to San Jose City Hall and Silicon Valley U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Civic Center
Even though there aren't top sights in Civic Center, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like PayPal Park. Jump on the metro at Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
Coleman
If you're spending some time in Coleman, SAP Center at San Jose and Heritage Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown San Jose
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like San Pedro Square and Plaza de Cesar Chavez, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.
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.
Newhall
When in Newhall, you can plan a visit to PayPal Park and Mission Santa Clara de Asis, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
