DK Travel : San Francisco

San Franciscans will, rather candidly, admit that they are the most fortunate people on earth, the occasional earthquake notwithstanding; and most visitors, after a few days of taking in the sights and sounds of this magnificent city, will agree. Ask anyone who has been here and they will tell you it’s their favorite US city. The geographical setting evokes so much emotional drama, the light seems clearer, the colors more vivid, the cultural diversity of the ethnic neighborhoods so captivating and inviting, that it’s a place almost everyone can fall in love with at first sight.

Japan Town

Japan town is a mall, market place and cultural centre of the Japanese community in San Fran. If you're into Manga, Anime, robot model kits and Japanese cuisine, this is an interesting - if expensive - destination.
Japantown

The Japan Center 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 Expressway and this Japanese-style shopping complex, with a five-tiered, 75-ft (22-m) Peace Pagoda at its heart. Taiko drummers perform here during the Cherry Blossom Festival each April. 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. This neighborhood has been the focus of the Japanese community for some 75 years.
Java Beach Café

This cozy café serves sandwiches, soup, and pastries in a nautical-themed interior.
Jello Biafra

Punk rock lead vocalist for The Dead Kennedys, Biafra ran for mayor of San Francisco in 1979. His basic belief was that corrupt governments and corporations should be fought, not trusted. He chose the name Jello Biafra because of “the way the two images collide in people’s minds,” with “Jello” as the embodiment of American blandness and “Biafra” as the universal symbol of starvation. His platform included having businessmen wear clown suits to the office. He finished fourth out of a field of ten, with 3.5 per cent of the total votes.
Jeremy’s

A fabulous discount clothing boutique for men’s and women’s fashions. Labels include Prada, Gucci, Armani, Ralph Lauren, DKNY, and more – all at reduced prices.
Jerry Brown

Buddhist monk and mayor of Oakland, this intellectual free spirit ran for president.
Jerry Garcia

Patriarch of the San Francisco sound, his Grateful Dead band continued to tour until his death in 1995.
Jim Jones

The leader of a Fillmore District religious group who moved en masse to South America ended his days and those of some 900 followers in 1978, in a mass suicide by cyanide-laced Kool-Aid.
Joan Baez

Known in her youth as “The Voice,” girlfriend of Bob Dylan, and peacenik, the Palo Alto native later came out as a lesbian, continuing to work for peace and social justice. Recently, Baez created a cabaret character, the Contessa ZinZanni, in a show that has enjoyed good reviews in San Francisco.
Joanie's Cafe

Homestyle breakfasts and lunches are the speciality of this comfortable neighborhood restaurant.

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