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A pop-up experience in San Francisco Japantown
Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center
Japan Center East Mall 2F
San Francisco, CA 94115
Photo credit: Chris Kilmann
Experience the unique regional culture of Japan
Japan is divided into 47 prefectures. Each has its own unique history and culture. Come and experience regional culture of Japan in San Francisco Japantown
Japantenna Social Media Photo Contest "My Japantwon"
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Japantenna Social Media Photo Contest "My Japantwon" 〰️
Japantenna invites photographers of all levels to participate in our second annual Social Media Photo Contest, held in celebration of Japantown’s 120th anniversary. Submit up to five photos that are a reflection of the theme “My Japantown,” however it is that you interpret it.
Submission Period: August 1–31, 2026
Submissions are open from August 1 through August 31. Please review the contest rules by clicking the button below before submitting your entry.