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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
San Jose Sharks Ice Hockey Game at SAP Center
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
Creekside Inn
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Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport
Great place
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
Great!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Constant opening and closing of doors next to and around me from morning to night to middle of the night kept me awake unfortunately
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Maple Tree Inn
This place has really changed over the last few years. I used to love it. Not as friendly. Definitely not as clean. And there are hackers. DONT do any computer work there. I’ve been hacked twice while staying. Won’t stay there anymore
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
clean room and free upgrade
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Japantown
Northside
When in Northside, you can plan a visit to San Jose City Hall and San Jose Flea Market, 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 SAP Center at San Jose. 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 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.
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.
