Very cute, well curated selection of items. They have everything from incense, artisanal food like…read morejarred sauces, dish wear, and art. You're bound to find the perfect gift for a friend or adorable hair clip you didn't know you'd love. Staff is friendly and helpful. There is a lot of items in the well organized store. They often bring in new items so there are always new things to discover.

Fantastically curated selection!…read more I've been looking for a shop where I can get stationary and knick-knacks without driving all the way to Torrance or Culver City. This place is great and the staff are super friendly.

The good: This is a cute and organized store with gifts…read moregeared towards little kids, moms and dads. The prices were fair. They sold jewelry, cards, journaling books, clothes, party supplies and toys. The woman at the front desk was friendly. The bad: I didn't have time to shop for as long as I wanted because I had kids waiting in the car. The interesting: They're located in a plaza next to two kids places where one might celebrate birthdays so it's great if you come for a party and forgot a gift.

This shop is adorable, it has so much character and whimsy. Perfect place to pick up a quick…read morehostess gift, or spend time just browsing all the different displays around the shop. Love this little gem of a store.

I come here for the Paso Almond brittle, which is a rare commodity that should be at the top of the…read moredessert rankings. The crunch, butter, and almond mix is indescribably habit forming, more addicting than any other snack!! The price is unbeatable. Bring cash for the best price!!

Really cute small Japanese gift shop the biggest collection of shohei ohtani angels and dodgers…read moreshirts and krychains and bobbleheads plus alot of cute hello kitty plush and magnets and tote bag and shirts and baseball hats I saw a Seattle mariners hat as well ! Very cool Japanese culture inside similar to little Tokyo shops! Will be returning soon the older Japanese lady is quiet and you ring bell to get in and no pictures of the store are allowed inside! Also go for the Paso Almonds that are delicious!

The selection of pottery and fine dishes, that are all made in Japan, was plentiful! I was on a…read moresearch for specific colored blue Japanese dishes to match my existing set and this store did not disappoint. I almost couldn't leave because there was so much to look at. These dishes are of high quality and are well worth the higher price you pay for it. Then there is the owner who was so kind and full of energy that we even chatted for a few minutes. He will be getting new inventory in April so we'll be back to shop some more.

Day/Time: Monday / 12:45-1:45pm…read more Location: Torrance off the 405 Service: Perfect. He knows his stuff. Period. Inventory: a lot of hand crafted things from Japan, not made in China, shipped to Japan and then shipped to the US. Yeah . . . That's a thing. They even have kiriko! Parking: EASY. A little hard to find since the place is in a complex that looks like it would only house dental offices, travel agencies, and insurance agencies.

This is a nice Hallmark Gold Crown store located on Sepulveda Blvd in Torrance. On a Wednesday…read moreNovember afternoon, this store was bustling. Plenty of seasonal items on display and stocked from Christmas ornaments, gifts, and even Hallmark Channel sweatshirts and long tshirts. Of course, there are many selections of greeting cards for various occasions. As I was perusing the aisles, an employee kindly offered her assistance. As for sales, most of what I saw was full retail price. Several years back, I had caught a great clearance sale and purchased NFL team items such as coffee mugs and beverage glasses. They are still in good condition today after plenty of use. Parking is easy and shared with other businesses such as Tokyo Central, Daiso, See the Trainer (Medical/athletic training) store, and others. 4 Stars.

Hallmark was the gold standard of quality cards. This is a good place with plenty of parking and…read moreusually no lines to get your too-of-the-line card.

Love, Love this gift shop. It is popular with both locals and tourists. Great location just steps…read moreaway from the Hermosa Pier and surrounded by many eateries and coffee shops. Metered street parking near by. And remember free street parking for a couple of weeks prior to Christmas. Check out the darling kids corner with unique games, books, activity books and more. Curious has a wonderful jewelry corner highlighting local artist, Dana's, jewelry. SHuge selection of necklaces, bracelets and earrings-all hypoallergenic nickle free. Unique card selection as well as home decor and more. You will always be greeted with a smile and offered free gift wrapping. Oh and don't forget to join their Curious mailing list to earn points.

Stumbled upon this cute gift shop while exploring Hermosa and Im so happy I did! Their welcome sign…read moresays "come in, we're high" and I knew I was in for a treat lol! Cute stationary, hilarious greeting cards, home decor, jewelry, and so many gift options. We had fun just walking around, browsing, and laughing at the funny things they had. I was actually looking for a buddha statue for either my home or my office and they had some here. We love that. Everything was fairly priced and the staff were friendly too. Definitely check Curious out if you're in the area - I'm already tempted to go back for a few things that caught my eye.

I've been wanting to stop by this store for some time and finally did. The store carries a lot of…read moreknock off items like Sanrio and Disney that can be bought from Temu and AliExpress so their pricing was average. They sold accessories, stationery, plush toys, beauty supplies, and among other misc things. It was nicely set up out front and even had Valentine's Day decor and giveaway gifts. While everything looked nice inside, unfortunately the missing component was the customer service. It was completely dead, no other customers and the store keeper just sat at the back not sure what she was doing. Didn't say anything and didn't greet us until we walked around for awhile and approached the back where she was. I had to say hello first to make sure she knew we were in there. She nonchalantly responded back but lacked energy and looked bored. What a missed opportunity. For a small shop, customer retention is key. The store would do a lot better if they would be more attentive. She only stood up from the back when we were standing ready to pay. We tried to be friendly by asking questions about the business and she didn't seem to care as she was just a family friend working for the store owner. Just nonchalant. The store looked like it was unfortunately struggling and could use some customers but unfortunately they need better work on customer service skills to keep the business afloat. My suggestion is to be more friendly and keep guests engaged. Say hello, and be more alert when guests come in.

Truly unique stuff! Second hand books and albums and old…read moremovie posters. You have to experience the Grand Emporium to truly appreciate it.

We were just in the San Perdro area to get some caffeine and step into a Nostalgia (from Inside Out…read more2) dream world! They have books and vinyl and tapes and CDs. I bought a copy of a mythology book from my childhood and a accordion for my husband. Definitely worth checking it out for unique purchases! The owner was very friendly and made a deal wish us because we paid cash.

Such a pristine shop with so many one of a kind items. Neatly organized with little sections of…read morespecialty items. Such a cool gift shop year round, but extra special during the Christmas season. There is also a loft area with lots of goodies. I like to walk in and browse, but I always end up finding something I can't live without. LOL. Great, friendly (dedicated) owner. Always interacting with the customers with pleasantries. This shop is an asset to the lovely Malaga Cove Shopping Plaza.

So many beautiful items...hard to decide what to buy. I went twice because there was so much to seeread more

This is the main Kinokuniya I go to, and it's where I usually special‑order all my Japanese…read morebooks--Hobby Japan mooks like *Gundam Weapons*, *Gundam Forward*, HJ Mechanics, plus Hyper Rev and *Option* car magazines. I don't really browse much anymore; I just bring them the ISBN and they take care of everything. They're super fast, they email and call when the order comes in, and the books always show up in perfect condition. Since each Kinokuniya is basically its own franchise, every store has a different vibe. This one leans more toward stationery and gifts than a huge selection of Japanese books or magazines. It's a great date spot, but not really the place to dig for rare anime or manga collectibles. The space is smaller than some of the other LA locations, and with Animate nearby, they don't carry every item you might expect. If you want something specific, just order ahead and use their buying service--it's the move.

Super cute store! I haven't visited one in awhile, but this one in Torrance, though small, is…read morepacked with lots of unique Japanese goodies. There's houseware, beauty products of all kinds and collectibles like blind boxes and kawaii plushies. Everything is a bit pricey, but considering the quality and unique imported items, it's expected. Online ordering for pick-up was a cinch; they got a specialty manga shipped within days and held it for me for over a week (just make sure you call in if you can't pick up in 7 days just in case). The website isn't the best, but it's usable if you know what you're looking for. Would come back if I wanted to order a specific item or wanted some unique gifts or beauty products. On busy days, it can get cramped fast in that little store, so be prepared.