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| Monday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
About SpaceCat
SpaceCat is a comic book store located in San Jose, California. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. SpaceCat is a San Jose comic and collector shop established in 1978, carrying new and back-issue comics, graphic novels and collecting supplies, with comic subscriptions and grading. It also sells Magic, Pokémon, One Piece, Riftbound and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards and vintage video games and consoles, and buys these items from the public. Weekly Friday Night Magic and Saturday Commander events run in store, and Google reviewers most often mention vintage games, trading cards and consoles. SpaceCat is well-reviewed by the local collector community, earning 4.3 stars from 621 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for creator signings, trade paperbacks, rare Silver Age keys, local comic shops like SpaceCat in San Jose are the heart of the California collecting community. Visit SpaceCat online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
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SpaceCat reviews
Is SpaceCat well reviewed?
SpaceCat has a 4.3-star average from 621 Google reviews. That ranks #2 of 4 rated comic book stores in San Jose once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 4 rated comic book stores in San Jose is 4.3 stars, so SpaceCat is about the same as the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about SpaceCat
Where is SpaceCat located?
SpaceCat is located in San Jose, California at 1415 W San Carlos St.
Does SpaceCat sell back issues?
Yes, SpaceCat maintains a back issue inventory. Visit or call to ask about specific issues, runs, or keys you're looking for.
What should I expect at SpaceCat?
SpaceCat is a local comic book store in San Jose, California. Expect new releases, back issues, graphic novels, and a knowledgeable staff who can help you discover new titles or track down specific issues.
When is SpaceCat open?
SpaceCat's listed hours are: Monday 10 AM to 9 PM; Tuesday 10 AM to 9 PM; Wednesday 10 AM to 9 PM; Thursday 10 AM to 9 PM; Friday 10 AM to 9 PM; Saturday 10 AM to 8 PM; Sunday 10 AM to 8 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near SpaceCat?
The closest are Comics John in San Jose (0.7 mi), Legends Comics & Games - Valley Fair in Santa Clara (1.6 mi), Heroes & Champions Willow Glen in San Jose (2.5 mi).
Comic Book Stores near SpaceCat
The closest other comic book stores to SpaceCat, by distance:
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Legends Comics & Games - Valley Fair
Heroes & Champions Willow Glen
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