On Labor Day, September 7th, I stopped by Kim's Home Center with my Mom…read more This is a very old and well-known shopping center that has been around for a very long time. They carry all kinds of useful everyday products, many of which are imported from Korea. The store has two floors and sells everything from clothing and underwear to household items, beauty products, and many other practical things. My Mom has probably been here dozens of times, maybe even more than 100 times, over the years, and I've also been here many times myself. But surprisingly, this is my first time ever writing a review for this place! We went there this time because I was looking for a sports bra. My Mom highly recommended this store because she said Korean underwear tends to fit Korean body types better and is more comfortable. One of the things I really liked was that you can actually try on bras in the fitting room before buying them. The employee was very kind and helpful. She explained the different sizes and helped me choose which sports bra would work best for me. After trying on a few options in the fitting room, I found a sports bra that fit me perfectly and was very comfortable. I ended up buying two of them, one black and one beige. My Mom also wanted to buy a pair of underwear, so I purchased three items together. After that, we went downstairs to the first floor, where I bought a Korean hair-dye product that is apparently designed to be used almost like shampoo. I also ended up buying a pair of slippers to wear at home. My Mom also bought a Korean product called "Bal-eul Ssiseuja" ("발을 씻자") which I recommended to her. It has apparently become extremely popular in Korea recently. The funny thing is that I somehow ended up with three separate receipts that day! First, I paid separately for the sports bras. Then I bought the hair-dye product and checked out separately. Later, while looking around for household items, I suddenly thought, "Oh, should I buy a pair of slippers too?" So I bought those separately as well. This place is always extremely popular because they sell such a huge variety of useful everyday products and household items. Because of that, the parking lot is always very crowded. There is security staff helping direct cars in the parking lot, which is helpful. However, the lot is still pretty tight and busy. I'm especially not very good at parking in narrow parking spaces, so it was actually really convenient and relaxing to come with my Mom, who is an excellent driver and very good at parking. Overall, I had a really nice shopping trip here with my Mom. It's one of those places where you can always find something useful, even when you didn't originally plan on buying it!

Kim's Home Center is the OG Home Goods shop in Koreatown and I love it…read more They have a small parking lot which can fill up quickly but it's nice that they have one in KTown! Staff has always been friendly and kind, keeping in mind speaking Korean is helpful if you are looking for something specific. It's NOT necessary, just helpful. They have so many Korean focused products mostly in home goods like kitchen items, tons of bedding, rice cookers and kimchi fridges, but also things like makeup, skincare and clothes. Well priced house slippers with a lot of options! The entire second floor is electronics and more expensive goods, which I hear are not the best to buy here. I usually stick to cheaper items, more kitchen and cooking related needs at Kim's. They have a pretty strict return policy which I hear is a bit risky for more pricey items. I went in specifically for Makgeolli supplies and was so happy to find the pot & cups I needed, at nearly half the price of amazon! Support local stores instead of shopping online! I'm definitely a fan of Kim's Home Center and will come here for all my related needs in the future.

Goodies is definitely one of those places that is near and dear to me…read more Once I started to get into furnishing my own space, I really wanted to focus on intentional pieces as well as high-quality without breaking the bank. And goodies checks off all those boxes. Whether it's a beautifully crafted or sourced marble stands, that's a perfect addition to a bookshelf, really great plates, a Matcha set, or my personal favorite, random vases goodies has it all. I would also keep an eye out on their Instagram so you can get their harder pieces, like the ladder, stools, as well as great teakwood, charcuterie boards.

Really disappointing experience, especially because I was genuinely excited to get these stools…read more I ordered two A-Frame Curved Stools on May 17. On June 12, Goodies texted me: "We got your pre order for END OF AUGUST pick up" and "We will send you a text when it's ready for pick up." August came and went with no update. I followed up myself in mid-September and was told, "our factory messed up this particular style and the corrected shipment will arrive second week of oct." Four months after ordering, I still don't have the stools. I understand production problems happen. My issue is the lack of communication or accountability. When I expressed frustration about the delay, the response was simply, "we can issue you a refund if you'd like." I've also seen other customers describe similar experiences with delays and poor communication, so mine does not seem unique. I still really liked the stools, but the way this order has been handled has been very frustrating.

Decided I needed to explore little Tokyo. I heard from multiple people that Anzen Hardware was gem…read more They're only open on Saturday and Sunday. They share a space with a florist that is open during the week, so I got confused and thought they opened during the week. They're not. The space is not huge, but it was fun to prowl around the different sections and find hidden treasures from Japan. The owner is really good about taking time to explain what each item is and the different uses, as well as care and handling. This place is such a huge contrast to shopping at Walmart. Made me think of a small town hardware shop that is the heart of the community with people stopping by to have keys made or knives sharpened or whatever random thing they need. These kinds of places are treasures! Definitely worth a visit and definitely worth supporting. Glad I did!

I always feel like a kid in a candy store when I shop here. When it comes to Japanese tools you are…read morepaying for quality and craftsmanship. So I take my time selecting what I need versus what I want especially because I don't know when I will have the next chance to return. I easily spend several hundreds of dollars here buying my chisels and other carving hand tools. It's cool that the worker remembers who I am (excellent service). The owner himself takes the time to show me the various chisels that they have and you can tell just by listening to him talk the pride he has for the tools that he carries.

They truly have everything here- it's an impressive selection! From the most basic products, to…read morethings so niche I never knew they existed. And prices are very reasonable. I see a lot of comments about poor customer service, but I don't think that's truly an issue. It's a kitchen supply warehouse, it's not that deep...you don't need exceptional customer service to have a good experience here. My one complaint is that aisles are so narrow, it can be difficult to navigate, especially if it's busy. But I will definitely return to Kitchen Depot!

You can't find anything you want in your kitchen in this place very clean and organized, but the…read morereturn process is hard here I like this place. I'm enjoying my time. Whenever I go there. The customer service is Amazing, but they are parking problema sometimes.

002/24 A kitchen…read moresupply store. Anything you could think of you that you need , kitchen lovers , you can find it here. I could stay here for hours and browse on all items and buy all I want but don't need really. My sister found what she needed! A side rack 1/2 strainer for her wok.

Great selection of kitchen supplies and prices. The ladies here were very nice and welcoming. Will…read moredefinitely be back.

One of the only original shops left in Japanese Town. Now in Honda Plaza…read more Always check here first for any gifts you're looking for. There is an assortment of beautiful dishes, dolls and decorations

This is a small business run by Carol, the sweetest shop owner. We came on Christmas Eve to pick up…read moresome last minute gifts. We found the most beautiful platters and dishes with various designs. Craftsmanship was lovely and the prices were reasonable. The absolute best part was Carol's packaging and wrapping services. I will be back!

Called twice, two days in a row about store hours. Both times they told me they close at…read more6pm...Went there at 5pm the first time, and 4:30pm the day after...they were closed on both times. What's the point of telling me they're opening til 6pm when they're closing earlier. Note: I called an hour before I went.

Great selection of restaurant supplies and competitive pricing. All of the employees are kind and…read morehelpful. I bought 2 stainless steel cups as samples for a restaurant. When I returned to my car, I noticed that one of the cups had a scratch on it. I walked back inside and told one of the guys, who immediately exchanged the cup for me. No questions asked! The only downside is their parking lot. The lot only has enough space for 4-5 cars and there are pallets around the entire perimeter of the lot. Since there is only one way in and out, you need to reverse out of the lot and into traffic if there is no where for you to park. While doing this, you also need to make sure you don't hit any of their pallets. Luckily, one of the employees helped direct me.

Found what I needed thanks Mario really helpful employee …read more Don't tell anyone barrow your kitchen tools that be the last you see of them

I was just looking around and shopping for some equipment. I had a question regarding some…read moreinventory and Sandra Soto was more than amazing. She helped us out so much! She registered us for future contact and took her time to look for items they didn't have in stock. I'm coming back and again, thanks Sandra for your great service:)

We have a few Korean home goods stores in Koreatown and Home Shopping World is a bit newer on the…read morescene. Well, it's been open for ages but they moved to this location in 2024. They are now on 8th and Serrano, a block away from Zion Market. They have a lot of free parking in their garage. This store is huge like a warehouse with a ton of home goods, specifically geared to Korean cooking. I specifically was looking for Makgeolli supplies to hold a tasting when my friends come into town next month. I was happy they had supplies like the cups & pots for less money than they are sold on Amazon. I was happy they had different sizes and styles at various price points. I was able to find exactly what I needed and it was a very successful trip! If you have questions, it is much better to speak Korean although not necessary. Staff is very friendly and willing to help! My friend and I were also warmly greeted when we entered. Aside from cooking and kitchen items, Home Shopping World actually does have a very large selection of food items, plus skin care & cosmetics! I'll definitely be back for more shopping in the future.

On Sunday afternoon, April 5th, I went shopping at Home Shopping World…read more This is a Korean shopping store that my mom visits often. She especially loves it because they carry so many useful household items and Korean food products. We bought several things that day, and the staff there were especially kind and helpful, which made the experience even better. I bought a pair of indoor slippers to wear at home, and they were very considerate and let me try them on before buying them. I really appreciate their kindness.

Love the designs but feel it was kind of pricey for the vases I ordered since not all of the…read moreglassware that were shipped to me were even.

We own multiple sets of KINTO's CAST double wall glasses in different sizes, and three of them have…read morenow failed the exact same way: the seal breaks and water gets permanently trapped between the walls, ruining the glass. This isn't one bad unit. It's a pattern across separate sets, which points to a real manufacturing defect. What's worse is KINTO's warranty only covers six months from the order date, which isn't nearly enough time for a defect like this to even show up through normal use. When we reached out, they simply pointed to the expired window and declined to help. We really wanted to love these glasses. The design is beautiful but if you're considering buying, know that the double wall seals don't seem built to last, and the warranty won't protect you once they fail. Buy with caution.