{"id":186,"date":"2026-06-17T17:33:41","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T17:33:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goemonbar.com\/?page_id=186"},"modified":"2026-06-17T21:04:33","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T21:04:33","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/goemonbar.com\/?page_id=186","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The Goemon Story<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t
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Two Locations. One Spirit. Endless Memories.<\/strong><\/p>

Over 30 years ago,\u00a0Iwao Gan Ishikawa Sr.<\/strong>, affectionately known as\u00a0Gan-san<\/em>, arrived in San Francisco from Japan with a simple but powerful mission: to share the rich, authentic flavors of Japanese cuisine\u2014and to build a place where people could truly connect. More than just sushi, his vision was rooted in the heart of the\u00a0izakaya<\/strong>\u00a0tradition: a casual gathering space for food, drink, conversation, and community.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\/\t\t\t\t\t

Inspired by a Legend<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t
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Gan-san named his restaurant\u00a0Goemon<\/strong>, after his namesake\u00a0Ishikawa Goemon<\/em>, a legendary outlaw of 16th-century Japan. A folk hero remembered for standing up to corruption and sharing wealth with the people, Goemon became a symbol of rebellion, resilience, and generosity\u2014qualities that would define the restaurant\u2019s identity.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Where It All Began: Goemon Sushi, Sunset District<\/h2>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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The first\u00a0Goemon<\/strong>\u00a0opened its doors on\u00a0Irving Street in the Sunset District<\/strong>, quickly becoming a neighborhood gem. Guests came not only for the impeccably fresh sashimi, sushi, and premium sake, but also for the warm, welcoming energy Gan-san fostered. It was a place where good food and drink became the bridge between hearts.<\/p>

In 2017, Gan-san entrusted his legacy to the PPQ Restaurant Group, a local family of restaurateurs equally passionate about quality and community. Under their care, the Goemon name didn\u2019t just continue\u2014it grew. Built on the true spirit of\u00a0izakaya<\/em>\u2014the Edo-era Japanese gastropub tradition\u2014Goemon offered comfort, flavor, and laughter, night after night.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

A New Chapter: Goemon Izakaya Bar & Karaoke Lounge, Outer Richmond<\/h2>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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Now, Goemon brings its vibrant spirit to a second home on\u00a0Clement Street in the Outer Richmond District<\/strong>. This dynamic\u00a03,000 sq ft venue<\/strong>\u00a0blends traditional and modern Japan, featuring:<\/p>