Customer Reviews

I would've given this place four stars, but we came when the entire 3rd floor was out for some temporary remodeling. It was disappointing to know we still had to pay full price for an exhibit that was only partially there. While the portion that was open was nice, it felt like it could be more interactive with either footages explaining the history of these regions.

What an absolutely gorgeous building with amazing art and history in it! I get to work in this place a couple of times a year and the staff and facilities are wonderful. They're also massive supporters of arts education throughout the bay area. Please support the arts.!

I want to give this museum five stars so badly, but I can't. As luck would have it, during my visit, only the second floor was open for general admission. The first floor had a special kimono exhibit going on that I wasn't interested in paying an extra $10 to see. The third floor was closed for renovations. I paid full price to only see half a museum, which is not acceptable in my opinion. What a bummer.

The permanent collection is not extensive but well-curated. I particularly enjoyed the balanced mix of traditional/ historical artefacts and modern creations. The temporary exhibition I went to - on the kimono and its influence on Western fashion - was excellent: the pieces selected, the general layout and logical presentation of the art, the research behind it, and the information provided.

I come here for the cafe during lunch and always love the food. It can get quite busy at times do make sure to visit a little earlier for lunch. At the front desk, make them aware your eating at the cafe and they'll give you a cool sticker!

Although the 3rd floor was closed when I went there is still more than enough in the collections to fill up an entire day at the museum. I particularly loved the early Japanese gallery. The pre 1000 CE period is rarely covered in historical texts or exhibits, but they have a very incredible collection of artifacts from that time. The kimono exhibit was fantastic as well.

Superb museum in the civic center neighborhood of San Francisco! Even under construction this was one of the best museums with incredible art work and lovely rooms. If you have a chance to check this museum out when you're in SF, it is worth a pit stop!

This place is over the top beautiful. Sheer magnificence!!! Just wandering around is a treat for the eyes and brings out the kid in all tourists.

Loved loved loved!

I was expecting much but boy was I wrong. There were so many beautiful pieces to enjoy, even my kids enjoyed the artwork. We joined part of a kid tour which made it even grander. I wish I had remembered the tour guides name because she was so great with the kids

Enjoyable viewing and learning of Asian culture through their art. Great place to have lunch while there especially the Bunh Mi sandwich. And you can't leave the museum shop without buying something.