I have been going to Dr. Miyamoto since I was a teenager. He and the staff are always so welcoming and kind. They provide thorough exams and a wide arrangement of glasses. My wife and I now take our daughters to him. read more

I've been going here for a decade now, all the staff is super nice and very knowledgeable. It's easy to make appointments and they offer a wide selection of frames for glasses. read more

I have been seeing Dr. Miyamoto for many years, and his staff have always been super helpful. The have assisted with doctor recommendation from Glaucoma, Cataracts and Lasik Procedures. All with doctors that also have offices which provide the same level of service. read more

I've been going here for about three decades. I think that alone speaks volumes. In fact , everyone I know seems to go here. Dr. Miyamoto is the best Great service , great team read more

We live all the way in San Diego but still take time to come here to get our eyes check. My husband been seeing Dr. Miyamoto since he was 9yrs old and now me and our 3 daughter comes here as well. The service is always excellent and the staff are friendly and accommodating. read more

I concur with all the excellent reviews of Dr Miyamoto and the office. These days, when everybody's rushing, it was super refreshing when Dr Miyamoto came in, crossed his legs and discussed a concern of mine (night driving) & gave unhurried, helpful suggestions. Highly Recommend! read more

I have been with them for years. All the staffs and doctors are nice and caring. I feel safe here. Because of the popularity, the appointment might be days or even a month ahead but unless it's urgent, this will be the place to trust for health of my eyes. Thank you for providing us such a great care! read more

Great knowledgeable staff that treats you with courtesy. The optometrists are fantastic & offer you options for any treatment that may be required. This office has my highest recommendations if you need an optometrist. read more

Been going here since I was little and I honestly can say Dr. Miyamoto is one of the best and nicest doctors I have met. So kind and patient and cares for his patients. He has built a good team around him. Would recommend. read more

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Dr. Miyamoto is the most compassionate, caring, and kind doctor. He truly cares about your health. I've been seeing him for 20 years and won't go anywhere else! He really came to my rescue in an emergency when I couldn't find help anywhere else. He's a rare find as he truly cares about his patients. read more

i pay outside my network to come here for the caring, helpful staff. i had to make two emergency trips here for my extreme dry eyes and i was impressed that i was able to make an appointment for the next couple days. will be back. read more

Tip: located in the same plaza as 7 Leaves. This place was a bit hard to find since it kind of blends in with the rest of the plaza. I needed a new optometrist and found this place on yelp. There were so many positive reviews and I can see why. Workers are super nice and they are very strict about Covid safety. You will get your temperature check and you will need to sanitize your hands before entering. I came here for my yearly checkup and loved the service and staff. Highly recommend! read more

Friendly, efficient front desk staff. When I called about a macular degeneration issue on the phone, the receptionist quickly connected me to an optometrist who explained it to me in detail. Whenever my glasses go out of alignment or a part becomes loose, I can go there & the technicians will fix it on the spot if they are not too busy with customers. The various high tech machines for optical diagnosis are a great way to check up on eye health. There is a plethora of styles of eye glass frames that will fit every budget. And those wanting more upscale products can find Prada, Gucci, Bolle, etc. My doctor, R. Miyamoto, is a very hang loose, laid back type in his approach to patient to doctor interaction. He's very calm in his approach & reassuring. I've been coming his office for over 20 years & have had very happy, satisfying experiences. There are other great optometrists in the same office such as Drs. Nakamura, & Osako. This is definitely a great place to get glasses, bifocals gradient or nongradient, contact lenses, sun glasses of all kinds w/ superior optical quality as well as quality service with a smile & kindness. Various insurance plans are recognized. 5 Yelp stars for unchanging great service for over 2 decades. read more

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Amazing team ! Caring doctors, friendly environment.. I've been a patient since I was 13 years old and I refer everyone. I've had many eye emergencies and Dr. Miyamoto has opened his doors for me on his days off and checked on me during his vacation. This is a very family oriented, knowledgeable, professional place to go. You will be sooo happy. My daughter is now 10, and she's been going to him as well. Amazing! read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Miyamoto for over 20 years. His staff is courteous and very efficient. Dr. Miyamoto himself is personable and he really takes the time to understand your concerns. Other optometrists I've worked with always seemed more interested in getting me processed and out of the door. I've never felt that way in Dr. Miyamoto's office. Highly recommended. read more

The doctors are great and the front staff are great, always friendly and considerate. The equipment is state of the art-at least 3-5 different machines with pictures of your optic nerve and panorama picture of the back of your eye, glaucoma testing...all before you see the doctor so they can do a thorough work up! I had LASIK so I don't deal with the glasses staff, but I can hear their interactions and they always seem informative and helpful. Although I have to drive 35 miles to get here, I wouldn't go anywhere else. read more

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I was very disappointed. I was supposed to be a new patient. They let me in, sat me down and for the next 40 minutes I sat there. Granted I was reading a book, but I was in front of them, they passed me many times, never gave me any forms. I suddenly noticed that several people who had come in before me were already being taken care of. Again, I was right in front of everyone, no one said hello or be with you in a moment. I got up and left. Sad thing is, I couldn't even make a dramatic exit cause the doors were locked. Aye! In all fairness, they seemed like nice people, but by that time I was already upset. read more

Had an initial exam here and I am very satisfied with the service I received. The office is well managed, clean and organized, and all staff members are top-notch professionals. A+ read more

I have been a patient of this optometrist for over 10 years and have always felt very comfortable with their care and selection of glasses . Everyone is extremely caring , patient and friendly . The doctors are great and explain your results throughly to make sure you understand the reason and cause behind your vision .This year I felt overly satisfied with the service I received from their employee Claudia. She was so patient with my daughter and I, and made sure I was completely comfortable with my decision of glasses or contacts. She definitely went above and beyond with great customer service ! You have great employees! Thank you for your care Claudia ! We will be back next year ! read more

I was referred here by Nvison! I got my Lasik two years ago and have been going to Nvision for my one year check up. When my one year ended, Dr. Shin, recommended Dr. Miyamoto's office. With her recommendation and after reading all the positive reviews, I was sold and quickly made an appointment. From the start I was impressed. They have new, state of the art equipment for checking your vision. They have stations with different machines that check various things such as glaucoma testing and eye pressure. Once you're done with all the stations, it's time to see the doctor. I first saw Dr. Nakamura. She told me she also was a former Lasik patient. She did a check on my eyes and then told me Dr. Miyamoto would see me as well. She was friendly and did a great job explaining topics like dry eyes. Dr. Miyamoto came in to explain the different images that they took with the machines. I liked that he explained the images throughly. Similar to Dr. Miyamoto, he was friendly and nice. I also was touched that he gave me a little gift (colorful post its in a container) and thanked me for coming in. He didn't even know i was a new patient when he handed this. I can tell they really care about their patients here. From the state of the art equipment they use to the friendly staff to the caring and informative Dr. Miyamoto and Dr. Nakamura, it is not a surprise this place is highly recommended! I will be coming here again! They've found a lifetime patient in me :). read more

My last optometrist and his staff was a nightmare (http://www.yelp.com/biz/dr-mark-winston-optometrist-stevenson-ranch#hrid:TPZSsam_baXVSVsrP5tRXQ). So bad that I didn't get my yearly exam last year. After noticing my contact lens supply was running low, I asked a friend and she referred Dr. Miyamoto. Then I went to get my second opinion on Yelp...it's a good sign when there's over 20 reviews and mostly 5-star ones. Also fellow Yelper Toshi I. gave this place a 5-star review. That gives me lots of assurance. Another bonus was his office is just five minutes from where I live. Dr. Miyamoto and his staff is very personable and just top notch. Their equipment was more advanced than my last optometrist. The office also provides the Optomap retinal exam. They explained to me how my insurance benefits were for contacts and eyeglasses. I was given samples of two different contact solutions (Clear Care and BioTrue). I was also given two types of contact lens brands to try out. My only gripe are the office hours but I'm willing to work my schedule around it. It's located in the same plaza as Chin Ma Ya and Shin Sen Gumi Yakitori. read more

Henry David Thoreau once wrote, "The eye is the JEWEL of the body." O.O Thank goodness for Dr. Miyamoto + staff! Not only did they handle my PRECIOUS eyes with care, they TREASURE excellent patient services. I'm impressed with their technologically advanced equipment, specifically their Optos/Optomap Machine. With this baby, there's NO NEED for dilation drops! It's sophisticated enough to provide a full retina scan within seconds. It sure saved me from finding a DD. :) The image file is digitally saved in my file and allows the doctors to view the images each year to compare changes in my eye's health. There's also desktops in all office rooms for when the doctor pulls up patient's retina photo or other important information. Dr. Kawamoto performed my vision examination and was thorough to find my exact prescription. You know, the whole, "1 or 2... 2 or 3... what does this line say??" She was excellent--turns out my eyes actually improved, therefore she lowered my prescription. Dr. Richard Miyamoto gave me nearly 20-30 minutes of his time. (That is light years in the doctor world.) He answered my most random questions about common eye diseases with details and even pulled up photo examples on his desktop. He was thorough with his examination, checking over the prescription results Dr. Kawamoto tested me earlier. He also pulled up my retina image and discussed the health of my eyes. A wide selection of frames and brands from Giorgio Armani to Nicole Miller. I felt the frames were a tad expensive, but affordable if insurance covers a portion. I got glasses, but I did notice there were some rebates on selected contact brands. (Glasses were ready within a week and a half for pick up). Added Bonus: + Appointment - Making an appointment over the phone was a breeze. Staff scheduled me in the next morning and I didn't have a wait time! + Staff - Friendly, courteous, professional, smiley. Dr. Kawamoto was an angel with guiding me through all my examinations to test the health of my eyes. She was patient with my many questions regarding the appointment and what to expect. Tips: + For examinations, it's advisable to bring current glasses and/or contact lenses box. This helps staff with your examination. Also bring your vision insurance card. + You can find comparable pricing at Costco (with their $20-$40 off coupon) or go order online at 1800Contacts (free shipping over $50)--this is what I did. This visit was the most comprehensive eye exam I have EVER experienced. I've already referred my cousin and friend to Dr. Miyamoto. 5 stars to infinity... and BEYOND !!! -O-O- read more

I turned to yelp to find a place to get new glasses, since mine broke. I haven't been to the eye doctor since 2006, so I was long over due. After seeing the reviews on Dr Miyamoto's office, I had high expectations. I called yesterday and got a morning appt for today. The staff was friendly and I had Dr Nakamura helping me. She was very sweet and gentle in her demeanor. I felt as relaxed as I could be at a Dr office. Everything went smoothly and she even showed me the pictures of my eye on the computer screen, explaining what she was looking at. I was happy that Dr Nakamura offered me a weaker prescription, as I didn't want to get too dependent on glasses all of the time. That showed that she was really looking out for my best interests. The lady who helped me choose my frames was also very helpful and professional. Since I don't have insurance, they gave me a discount on the exam and glasses. That really helps! read more

Doc Miyamoto is totally cool. I was referred by long time patients of his and he makes you feel like your vision isn't THAT BAD! (even though my prescription WAS really high) After my Lasiks, I still enjoy coming here even if I have to take that annoying test that forces air into your eye. LOL! Overall, his office staff are consistently friendly and professional. Even his other optometrists are friendly. Doc's friendly disposition must rub off on everyone there. read more

I had an issue with one of my eyes for a few days and my regular optometrist in Redondo Beach couldn't see me for 3 weeks. I told the office person at that office that I had an issue that I was very concerned about. But they said that was the best they could do. So I went on line and found Dr. Richard Miyamoto. I read the reviews and called the office yesterday afternoon and let them know what the problem was. They asked if I had time to come to the office that afternoon. Unfortunately I couldn't make it so they scheduled for me to come in the first thing this morning. Needless to say, I was very happy and surprised that they could fit me in so quickly, especially since I was a new patient. When I arrived at 9am this morning, Dr. Miyamoto was there to greet everyone as we entered the office, again very happy and surprised to see this. Everyone in the office was very pleasant, efficient and professional. To sum it up, I have found my new Optometrist, Thank you Dr. Miyamoto and your whole office staff for making me feel welcome and putting all of my fears to rest. See you in 30 days for my follow up exam... read more

My first time today at this office and I must say, I don't think I'll be going to another optometrist anytime soon! They were very friendly as well as professional. I had a great experience and would highly recommend them to anyone! read more

Short version: This place is the best! The workers here are nice, they actually start a digital archive of your eye scans to monitor changes over time. This place is the best place to get your eyes checked. When it comes to healthcare, I usually jump place to place since no place has impressed me to a point for me to come back. I can finally say that I have found my regular optometrist. Dr. Miyamoto is very thorough when it comes to examining your eyes. They take the normal tests (the blurry road, the puff of air in your eye, the bright light into your eyes, etc), but they go an extra step and take two digital scans of your eyes so they can track any type of changes when you come back the following year. No other place has done this. The helpers are also very helpful, explaining everything they are doing if you ask them and they don't treat you like you are being nosy if you ask too many questions. When you are done with your examination, they explain exactly what kind of benefits you receive from your HMO/PPO provider. The only thing that I found uncomfortable was the fact that after my exam, there is the "sales" lady that goes with you on choosing a frame for your face. She gave me so many different frames. I personally like to choose a frame on my own instead of having someone ransack me of different frames. I think frame choosing is a very personal choice and because of this, like to take my time and not have to be with any employee. Anyway, after a while, she left me alone and after the help of my girlfriend, found the frame for me. The process was friendly, and very smooth. I would definitely recommend this place! I have finally found my regular optometrist! I put this place as cheap since your insurance should cover all examination costs. read more

Although I live in Los Angeles I make a trip down to see Dr. Miyamoto and everyone down at this office. They are extremely articulate and very very VERY nice. I do not know why it took me this long to get here but I would definitely refer anyone to them. They are extremely knowledgeable and efficient. They really care about you and do not just look at you as $$$. I have been to a lot of different optometrists and these are blowing everyone out of the water. I had a 2 minute wait if that. These reviews all speak for themselves, it is extremely difficult to get 5 stars from every patron but this is a rare find! read more

Dr. Miyamoto and friends is the place you hope to find in the afterlife. Dr. Miyamoto and friends is the place that makes you want to visit your optometrist more than once a year. Dr. Miyamoto and friends is the place you want your spawnlings to grow up coming to. Dr. Nakamura is the hero ur eyes need, and the one they deserve right now. -0.0- read more

I love Dr. Miyamoto and Dr. Nakamura! They are so so friendly and nice and caring. I could really feel that they care for you and want to help you with your needs. They are very knowledgeable in their expertise and willing to answer all your questions. Their office is always packed but they take time to look at all the patients carefully and do not rush you to get out. I've been seeing them for over a year now and I'm glad that I've found a right eye doctor. Front desk staffs are friendly as well and make sure to make appointments ahead of time, maybe a month before, because they get full quickly and it is especially difficult to get Saturday appointments. read more

Excellent optometrist and friendly helpful staff. The doctors take their time and do a very comprehensive exam. I highly recommend!! read more

This office is a 10 all the way around! Starting from the office staff to Dr. Miyamoto. My story is too long to write, so let's just say I had a severe scratch on my Cornea (OOOUUCH!!!) I had gone to ER and my primary care with no resolve. I found this office on yelp, they told me to come in ASAP. When I arrived I literally waited only five minutes the office staff was extremely professional and helpful. Just what I needed. Dr M is the best, hands down. Thank you for your help and Compassion. After being properly diagnosed I was given the right medication with clear aftercare instructions. Also, wanted to say thank you to Sarah who works in the front, your smile and kindness makes all the difference ;) i'll definitely be following up on Tuesday with goodies in hand read more

Came here on a Monday but found out it was closed. Dr. Richard still took me in and welcomed me in like family. He checked my eyes that have been itchy and red for 2 weeks and diagnosed me with eye allergies. He immediately wrote me some prescriptions and took care of me. I am very grateful not just because of his professionalism but his family oriented approach. Not surprised that this place has 5 stars with over hundred reviews. Thank you once again Dr. Richard! read more

I was recommend Dr Miyamoto by my coworker. Not only him all drs and staffs are nice and polite.

I have been a patient of Dr. Miyamoto and his associates for the past 15 years. Everyone in their office and practice consistently shows utmost level of expertise, professionalism, patient care and warm attitude towards patients. They do a really thorough exam using very modern equipment and goes a mile at every turn. As what other reviewers have said, Dr. Miyamoto takes patient care to the next level--from showing genuine interest in your care, to getting to know you personally. They do a very good job making you feel like family! read more

I have gone twice already -- once to see Dr. Miyamoto, and another to see Dr. Nakamura. From the more up-to-date equipment the office uses (as compared to my past optometrists), to their knowledge, I have both times left highly impressed. Both also seemed to have genuine interest in your care and well-being, rather than seeing you just as another number. This office has become my go-to office for my eye care needs. They were originally highly recommended by my girlfriend. read more

I was referred to Dr. Miyamoto's office by a friend of mine who has been going to him for years. His office is located in the same shopping center as Shin Sen Gumi for all you foodies out there. I had originally wanted to find an optometrist near my home in Orange County, but nothing beats the convenience of going at lunch by the office. Convenience won out. I found the Dr. and his staff to be the nicest I've ever encountered in my life. And I mean geniuinely kind people, not the i'm-smiling-at-you-because-it's-part-o-my-job type of nice. And of course, niceties alone won't win me over when it comes to health. The doctor and staff are professional, highly knowledgable, thorough and technilogically advanced as well. I've never had any past optometrist take photographs of my inner eyeball before. Neat stuff! They even keep the digital files on hand to track any changes over the years. Anyways, we were chit chatting and the Dr. saw my ring and asked if I was getting married soon. We started talking about honeymoons and he mentioned giving me daily disposable contact samples for my trip so I wouldn't have to worry about bringing solution or cleaning my contacts. I hadn't thought of that but it was nice of him to offer. When I went to pick up my contacts, the front desk staff asked how long my honeymoon would be and then gave me 8 days worth of daily disposable contacts to last me through my entire trip! Sweeet! And in case you're wondering, they're participating with VSP. read more

Pretty mad today! So I went in to get an eye check up, which basically cost me $10 co-pay, but as the examination continues, the optometrist simply asked if I need contacts and I said no, but she asked if I want to get checked anyway. So, since it only took like 5 minutes, sure why not? Guess what? They apparently charging twice what they charged for last year, without informing me before the exam, and I didn't even plan to get contacts, so instead of $20 of contact lens exam, I had to pay $38, and when I started questioning why I paid only $30 total last time, the assistant that helped me simply said, "Oh, we just started charging that amount recently." I'm like, "excuse me, I believe I deserve to be informed first before this sort of increases." Of course they ignored my disappointments and ranting, I had to pay that freakin' $38 bill. I like all the equipments and such, but never ever I come here for contact lens anymore, this is not right and I was going to buy the same frames with all the required lenses. I picked the same frame, since my prescription didn't go up at all (the aging years), I figured it would've cost the same, oh no, this time it went doubled as well, sheeze!!! Sorry Dr Miyamoto, pretty disappointed at your staff today, I'm not really sure if I want to come back again next year, I probably going to look around for better optometrist. read more

I have to give Dr. Miyamoto's office 5 stars for great customer service and great eye care. I was referred to his office after starting my new job and my old optometrist, Dr. Teagle in Glendale that I have been going to since I was 12, said that they couldn't accept my new eye insurance. I'm glad that I had to move because I realized how great the service Dr. Miyamoto's office provides vs. Teagle Optometry. The office is nestled in an unassuming Japanese complex in Torrance, right by Sushi Island, which I have also reviewed. The office is clean and simple, and all his employees wear white lab coats which adds to the professionalism. It reminded me of Honda factory workers who also wear white coats and pants on the assembly lines. Each appointment is preceded by a call by his staff to remind you of your appointment and if you need to reschedule. The typical appointment is usually handled by one of Dr. Miyamoto's optometrists. In my case, I've been consulted by Dr. Kristal Kawamoto and Dr. Eugene Osako. After the initial tests, Dr. Miyamoto comes in to check review what they found and discuss any issues you may have. I'm amazed at the friendliness of Dr. Miyamoto and his staff because they treat the patients, not as patients or customers they see a few times a year, but really like their friends. Dr. Miyamoto tells me about stories about his travels to Hawaii and his unusual experiences he's had in his life. Dr. Osako is a car guy and we've had some good conversations about new cars the Japanese manufacturers have released. The only potential "downside" I can say about the office is that he and a many of his staff graduated from UCLA. Blah! Oh BTW, Dr. Miyamoto has a lot of cuties on his staff! Hehe. No wonder I enjoy getting my eyes checked! Go Trojans! Fight On! read more

I have been wearing glasses for well over 3 decades now, so you can say I've had my share of eye doctor visits. As other reviewers have mentioned, the doctors and staff are patient, friendly, and genuinely care about the customers. Then what gives with the 1 star rating??? Read on. After the initial office visit, I too thought I had found my eye doctor for life, but the experience of ordering my glasses was filled with frustration and disappointment. Not having heard back about my glasses, I had to repeatedly take the initiative to call periodically to check the status. Many calls and a month later, I decided to just cancel the order because my old optometrist in LA could have it ready in 2 days flat. Citing delays at the lab, they reassured me the glasses would REALLY be ready this time. When I brought my new glasses home and had a chance to examine it closely under bright light, I was shocked to find a lot of scratches on the new frame. There seemed to have been a massive struggle getting one of the lenses into the frame. Shockingly, ink from a ballpoint pen was used to cover up the scratches!!! To make matters worse, they lost the original screw and the replacement screw protruded out of the frame....grrrr!!! Instead of doing the right thing and starting with another frame, someone screwed up and tried to cover up their mistake with ink, hoping the customer wouldn't notice. This is simply unacceptable, not to mention unethical. No matter how awesome the initial office visit was, the lack of follow-up with the order, the eternal delay, and shoddy workmanship really turned me off. So my quest for a new eye doctor continues.... = = = = = = = UPDATE: So 2 frames, 6 lens pairs, and 2 months later, I finally did get glasses I could be happy with. The frame was perfect with no scratches, the lenses fit well, and I could see better than ever before. From beginning to the end, the staff was friendly and helpful. For that I added 2 more stars in spite of my ordeal. read more