Japantown Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo
Popular places to visit
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Enjoy the student vibe at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo during your visit to San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Avila Hot Springs
Explore the great outdoors at Avila Hot Springs and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
Find out about the history of San Luis Obispo with a stop at Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Fremont Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fremont Theater during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Edna Valley Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Edna Valley Vineyard during your travels to San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Cuesta College
Walk around the campus at Cuesta College as part of your travels around San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Japantown
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Beach view was from across the highway. Pictures are misleading.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
The atmosphere at the Seacrest is elegant, yet warm and inviting. An added perk is its proximity to a sports bar/restaurant which was really convenient. You are literally steps away from the beach. Fire pits and comfortable seating made for a very romantic night.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
The hotel was very clean very friendly staff the breakfast was so delicious and fresh coffe was on point .
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Madonna Inn
I stayed with my 10yr old for a weekend baseball tournament and we had the Cabin Still room. He loved the look and we did stay fin it for 2 nights, but there was no fan or working air. It was hot and we were under the stairs, so it was loud without a fan to drown out the other patrons passing to ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Really enjoyed our stay here. Staff had great customers service, really nice, helpful and professional (good job management). Breakfast was yummy, good options. Rooms were clean and beds were comfy. There is a creek behind the hotel, that was cool. Everything is super close and some restaurant where ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
The location is ideally located and a great value, particularly for the nightly rate. The breakfast is tasty and the hotel is clean and well staffed. Facilities are as pictured. We’ll definitely return.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Japantown
Lower Higuera
While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old Town Historic District
While Old Town Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.
Downtown San Luis Obispo
If you're spending some time in Downtown San Luis Obispo, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are top sights worth seeing.
Railroad District
Railroad District might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
MoJo
While MoJo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fremont Theater and Ah Louis Store.
Foothill
While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ah Louis Store and Fremont Theater.
