Plan Your Visit

Japantown

Eric Friedman, your guide

Your Guide

Eric F.

Meet Your Guide →

Where We Meet

Look for me at

Meet at Paper Tree, 1743 Buchanan Street. I arrive 15 minutes early — please join me! Look for me: 6'1", in a red City Guides jacket.

Directions to meeting point →

Transit: 38 or 38-R Geary, exit at Laguna — check transit apps for more options

Parking: Japan Center Garage · Map →

The tour ends at: Hue Hair Salon, 1712 Fillmore — 2 blocks from the start

Map showing meeting location Meeting location

About This Tour

What to expect

Duration

2 hours

Hills & Climbing

Some

Climate

Windy — sweater or jacket recommended

Who's Welcome

Contact me to discuss children and topics on this tour

A Few Requests

What I need from you

Cancellation

If you are unable to join, please cancel using the link in your confirmation email so that others may attend. I cannot do this on your behalf.

City Guides Policies

  • No pets. Service animals are welcome; disruptive or uncontrolled animals may be asked to leave.
  • Maximum group size is 6. Larger groups require a private booking.
  • Complete policies are on the City Guides website.

Donations & Tipping

  • Our suggested donation is $20/person.
  • I do not accept tips: please donate generously to support City Guides!

Restrooms

Before the tour:

  • Japan Center Mall (red pin) — expect a line Map →
  • Less busy — especially upstairs (blue pin) Map →

During the tour: None on this tour — plan accordingly

Food & Shopping

Udon Mugizo · Map →

1581 Webster St

Homemade udon and donburi bowls.

Hinodeya Ramen Bar · Map →

1737 Buchanan St

Lighter broths including vegan options.

Sasa · Map →

22 Peace Plaza

Omakase sushi and chef's choice bowls.

Ready to walk?

Book through San Francisco City Guides — look for Eric F. on the tour schedule.

Book the Japantown Tour →