Japantown Travel Guide

San Jose

A row of traditional paper lanterns with Japanese characters, hanging from a wooden structure.

Stay near popular Japantown attractions

Japanese American Resource Center/Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Japanese American Resource Center/Museum during your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Missing Gem Quest Experience in Morgan Hill

Missing Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game

Rp138.388
per adult
Missing Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game
Niles History: An Audio Tour of the First Movie Capital

Niles History: An Audio Tour of the First Movie Capital

Rp175.295
per adult
Niles History: An Audio Tour of the First Movie Capital
Rock Climbing 2 - Beyond the Basics

Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2

Rp2.105.467
per adult
Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair

Rp824.534
per adult
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Prison Break

The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas

Rp742.929
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas
Private 2-hour San Jose State University Tour: Secret Stories

San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Rp87.735
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
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Top hotels in Japantown

Sonesta Silicon Valley

Sonesta Silicon Valley

4 out of 5
1820 Barber Ln Milpitas CA
The price is Rp2.490.463 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
Rp2.490.463
Rp2.843.984 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milpitas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,278 reviews)
"Excellent property. Staff was great and helpful. Super comfortable room. Restaurant was delicious"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Sonesta Silicon Valley
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

3 out of 5
1350 N 1st Street San Jose CA
The price is Rp2.203.791 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
Rp2.203.791
Rp2.587.753 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,119 reviews)
"Nice hotel and staff."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn

3 out of 5
711 E El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA
The price is Rp1.599.092 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
Rp1.599.092
Rp1.806.213 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunnyvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,074 reviews)
"Beautiful location"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Maple Tree Inn
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
1727 Technology Dr San Jose CA
The price is Rp2.042.538 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
Rp2.042.538
Rp2.422.737 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,105 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

3 out of 5
910 E Fremont Ave Sunnyvale CA
The price is Rp1.960.761 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
Rp1.960.761
Rp2.209.680 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunnyvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"spent a few days here and was pleased with the property…the room was comfortable and clean, the staff was friendly and helpful and you can enjoy breakfast by the pool."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
The Domain Hotel

The Domain Hotel

4 out of 5
1085 E El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA
The price is Rp2.132.123 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
Rp2.132.123
Rp2.402.797 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Sunnyvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
The Domain Hotel
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A large white church with domes and columns, located at the intersection of San Fernando St and Market St.

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 Market, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

A cityscape with a river, green spaces, and mountains in the background.

South San Jose

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in South San Jose. If sightseeing is on the list, Almaden Plaza is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Blossom Hill Station (VTA) or Snell Station to see more of the area.

A historic building with a tower, surrounded by palm trees and cypress trees.

Willow Glen

When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or SAP Center at San Jose and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.

A historic house with a stone entrance, a flag, and a welcome sign.

West San Jose

If you're spending some time in West San Jose, Winchester Mystery House and Santana Row Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

A highway sign for Exit 2B to San Jose on I-101 South, 1 mile ahead.

North San Jose

While you're in North San Jose, take in top sights like Samsung Semiconductor Inc or Topgolf San Jose, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

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