15 montague street Japantown The Japan Center was built as part of an ambitious 1960s plan to revitalize the Fillmore D

Japantown The Japan Center 15 montague street was built as part of an ambitious 1960s plan to revitalize the Fillmore District. Blocks of aging Victorians were demolished and replaced by the Geary Express way and this Japanese-style 15 montague street shopping complex, 15 montague street with a five- tiered, 75-ft (22-m) Peace Pagoda at its heart. Taiko drummers perform here during the Cherry Blossom Festival each April (see p74). The extensive malls are lined with authentic Japanese shops and restaurants, plus an eight-screen cinema, and the Kabuki Springs and Spa. More shops and restaurants are found along the outdoor mall across Post Street. 15 montague street This neighborhood has been the focus of the Japanese community 15 montague street for some 75 years. d Map F3

Mecca This dolled-up industrial space attracts some of the Castro s prettiest men, including the occasional drag queen, around the glowing circular bar, with red velvet and chiffon drapery. It s also a supper club featuring New American cuisine. d 2029 Market St Map F4 (415) 6217000 Dis. access

Clean, 15 montague street quiet and comfortable, but it doesn t get any simpler than this. The advantage is the close proximity to the Castro, Hayes Valley, and the Mission. d 2160 Market St Map F4 (415) 863-2909 No en-suite bathrooms No air conditioning $