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 beautiful beaches 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
Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Paso Robles Wine Tour - Self-Guided Audio Experience
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast
Top hotels in Japantown
Edgewater Inn And Suites
"The property was very clean, beds were comfortable. Good for a family stay. Microwave and fridge were super helpful. We were in room 131, close to the pool but walls were very thin and could hear toilets flushing, people talking and doing other things😅 Overall its was a great location with fantastic ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
"The environment was clean, safe and relaxing!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
"Was really good, and good breakfast."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Madonna Inn
"Very polite people"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Apple Farm
"It was a good central location for what we were doing. Plenty of restaurants in the same location and next to the freeway with easy. Access on and off ramps."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
"Wonderful experience, property is a few steps from the beach and next to local restaurants! Very convenient if traveling with kids and pets! Staff was great and rooms were nice and clean!"
Reviewed on 20 May 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 Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
Foothill
While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
