Quirky hub for adult & kids' clothing, jewelry, backpacks, stationery & toys by Japanese brands.
At a glance
#7 of 22 Shopping malls in San FranciscoLocalGuideWorld score: 4.50
Rating breakdown
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5 ★65%
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4 ★25%
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3 ★8%
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2 ★1%
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1 ★1%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Japan Center Malls?
- Japan Center Malls is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 6,043 reviews.
- How does Japan Center Malls rank in San Francisco?
- Japan Center Malls is #7 of 22 Shopping malls in San Francisco by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Japan Center Malls located?
- 1737 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94115 — 1.0 km from the center of San Francisco.
- How can I contact Japan Center Malls?
- Phone: (415) 440-1171 · Website: sfjapantown.org
I love this town even after 25 years since my 1st visit. Food is good and a lot of variety. The adjacent hotel is so beautiful and friendly.
AMAZING. So many different stores with unique items to explore. This center has everything in one spot- from food, to stationery, to appliances!! Enjoy window shopping/ buying cute souvenirs for pretty cheap! (In some stores) There is also authentic food, make sure to try that.
❌ There is no parking actually near the center… but its not that hard to find a parking garage nearby.
Many tourist attractions nearby, like the 5 layered pagoda structure, torii (traditional japanese red gate), and many more! So stop on by with some friends, and it will definitely keep everyone entertained for the whole day!
❌ There is no parking actually near the center… but its not that hard to find a parking garage nearby.
Many tourist attractions nearby, like the 5 layered pagoda structure, torii (traditional japanese red gate), and many more! So stop on by with some friends, and it will definitely keep everyone entertained for the whole day!
A MUST see in San Fran. Beautiful plaza connecting two halves of this huge indoor mall. SO many fun Japanese shops and restaurants, you can come back again and again just to try different foods!
Whent they're on a weekday. Japan, town was very busy. A lot of easy, fast food places to eat inside. A lot of old remnants of Japan. A little difficult in finding a parking spot.
The mall has plenty of Japanese decor to make you feel right at home. Red lanterns and arched bridges allow visitors to explore the interior of the building.
Main shopping center in Japantown. The center has two sides east and west. We came after the pandemic hit and we saw the aftermath. Many of the shops were closed down. But we were still able to shop at the other stores that were able to remain open.
We also had lunch at one of the restaurants inside. There are a few to choose from depending on what you looking to to eat. Sushi, ramen, curry and more. On the east side of the mall where Daiso is you'll find this cute bridge and fountain underneath. They also have also model displays out of buildings and clothing.
It's definitely worth the walk here if you are staying outside of Japantown.
We also had lunch at one of the restaurants inside. There are a few to choose from depending on what you looking to to eat. Sushi, ramen, curry and more. On the east side of the mall where Daiso is you'll find this cute bridge and fountain underneath. They also have also model displays out of buildings and clothing.
It's definitely worth the walk here if you are staying outside of Japantown.
Japantown Centre was really really interesting . I enjoyed the atmosphere and it was really nice being able to sit in (what I believe is considered the courtyard of the west end of the mall). Very nice to be able to relax next to a fountain. I enjoyed how much of a daily and weekend hang out spot this clearly is even for the locals! Everyone was super nice and there are so many amazing shops to check out!
One part of the mall even has some cool cultural aspects where you can learn trafitional Japanese instruments and participate in many tradicional Japanese activities. Super amazing time and even a nice spot if you are solo and just wanting to explore!
One part of the mall even has some cool cultural aspects where you can learn trafitional Japanese instruments and participate in many tradicional Japanese activities. Super amazing time and even a nice spot if you are solo and just wanting to explore!
Had a blast, exploring, it’s like exploring a Japanese market but you’re in the US. Tons of stores, plenty of food options. If you love things like hello kitty, Disney, Totoro, and Pokémon. It’s definitely a must see. The book store was my favorite. I bought a Disney scratch art book, nightmare before Christmas my little golden book, and a kids Pokémon ABC book. I also got some cute San Francisco. Hello kitty stickers. There’s also plenty of cute photo spots to check out. Definitely worth taking a look around if your near by. I think I missed some stuff and want to head back and see more.
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