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What's Happening At Kimpton Hotel Enso

There's always something stirring in San Francisco, and few spots put you closer to it than Kimpton Hotel Enso. Tucked into the corner of Sutter and Buchanan in the heart of Japantown — the largest and oldest neighborhood of its kind in the U.S. — we're your calm, curated home base for a city that never runs short on discovery. Step outside and Japantown unfolds like a bento box of delights: steaming ramen, matcha soft-serve, and family-run shops full of paper lanterns and cutting-edge skincare, with the historic jazz clubs of Fillmore Street and the leafy parks of Pacific Heights all an easy stroll away. Back at the hotel, our wabi-sabi spirit invites you to unwind — recharge in the hidden courtyard, savor chef-driven Thai cuisine at Hed 11, or retreat to a bright, airy room made for genuine rest. Whether you're chasing the city's iconic sights or simply soaking up the neighborhood rhythm, Kimpton Hotel Enso is where San Francisco's energy meets a little everyday Zen.



Kenshin Sake Tasting

Various Dates Available | 5pm - 6pm

Join us for a sake tasting adventure at Kimpton Hotel Enso, hosted by Kenshin Sake Tasting! Experience an evening filled with the rich flavors and traditions of Japanese sake. Discover the art of sake-making and sample a variety of premium sakes, carefully selected to tantalize your taste buds.

couple at sake tasting

Daily Social Hour

Enjoy Complimentary wine during our daily social hour from 5-6 PM in our contemporary living room lobby. Sip a glass, relax and enjoy. Pets are welcome as well!

two people cheersing glasses of red wine