Wow!!! Recently came here because my friends took me and I was super happy to finally shop here!!! This is apparently the largest Japanese market in Gardena (and all of California). It's a very big store that somehow doesn't look as big from the outside, but there are so many things to highlight from here. We were in a city nearby but decided to stop by here because my friends wanted to buy some ingredients. This store was a delight for me as it was so big!!! My favorite section was the many Japanese merchandise of clothes, plushes, and desserts!!! It was super tempting to not buy something haha and I ended up grabbing the box of iconic mango ice cream popsicles!!! It was super yummy and was to my full liking. We ate it straight from the box because we didn't want it to melt in the car ride home. It was super refreshing and delicious. Other highlights was the hot foods bar and lots of Japanese beauty products. read more

I absolutely love it here. I'd honestly go out of my way to drive an hour from East LA to Gardena just to visit Tokyo Central. They have pretty much everything you could need when it comes to Japanese groceries and products, and a lot of the items are reasonably priced. There's also a hot food bar, which is a huge plus bc my boyfriend and I like to grab a few things to share whenever we visit :p Shopping here is always a fun experience, and the staff are consistently friendly and helpful, which makes it even better. Highly recommend! read more

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I've been coming to Tokyo Central for years, back when it was still Marukai, and honestly the quality and experience have stayed solid the whole time. No matter the name, this is my go-to spot for Japanese groceries and prepared food. The parking situation is actually pretty easy and flexible since it wraps around the entire building, so you can usually find a spot without too much hassle. Inside, the selection is great. You'll find a wide range of authentic Japanese ingredients, snacks, and ready-to-eat meals that actually taste like what you'd get in Japan. One underrated highlight is the sushi restaurant upstairs. It's legit and a great option if you want a sit-down meal after shopping. Overall, this place has been a staple for me, and it's one of those spots worth supporting. If you're looking for authentic Japanese food and groceries in the South Bay, I definitely recommend checking it out. read more

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Hi price Miso means no miso soup in my family. Is there better place to buy miso now? read more

Tokyo Central - Expensive Miso now!!! - International Grocery Near Me - costa mesa, California

This place is intimidating when you walk in if you're not as familiar with Japanese products but they have pretty much everything you could ask for plus food stalls and a sushi restaurant upstairs. The parking lot can be a bit crazy and the spots are small. I tried some of the hot bar items which included a chicken and veggie dish, a silken tofu dish, seaweed salad, and salmon belly. The chicken was so flavorful and loved the root veggies it came with which I don't typically eat. The salmon melted in my mouth and was a good size. The only thing I didn't like as much was the seaweed salad which was a different variation than what I am used to in sushi restaurants but was interesting to try. read more

I can't remember the last time I browsed a grocery store so slowly to analyze all their merchandise they way I did here. From entry to exit my eyes were locked in on their unique pre packed cold and hot entrees, premier selection of espresso/ liquor drinks, and their tasty snack selection. Having just had dinner close by, I was still sold on filling up my cart for more treats to try later. Some of my picks included a cold strawberry cream puff hot dog styled dessert from their cold pre packed food section, some espresso drinks, a 6 pack of mixed Hawaiin sun drinks, and a few other hits. I'd love coming back to continue to explore as it certainly felt like an immersive introduction to Japanese grocery. I loved their organization, service, and product presentation. Can't wait to return! read more

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Tokyo Central feels like stepping into a dimension that teleports you straight to Japan! They carry almost every product imaginable from imported rice to sashimi grade fresh fish, and I was able to find a unique sesame mayo sauce that I've been hunting for forever! They also had my favorite fun snack, the pizza flavored Calbee brand pizza chips. The experience is just as good as the selection, they were giving out tons of free samples like super sour Japanese gummy's, sweet strawberries and grilled beef. If you're hungry, there's a food court on the first floor that serves Japanese curry, dumplings, and other goodies as well as as they sit down sushi restaurant located upstairs. you could spend an entire day here eating and exploring. My only critique was that the cashier was incredibly slow. She seemed to be scanning each item in slow motion and would pause several times to simply gaze into the distance as if thinking deep thoughts. Another thing was that it was very, very crowded. There were moments where I felt a little overwhelmed with how many people were around me. I recommend coming on a weekday on a slow morning, other than that I will definitely be returning! read more

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Who would have thought you could find such solid sushi inside a supermarket? I decided to give it a try and ended up being really impressed. Everything looked incredibly fresh, and you can actually see the sushi chefs preparing the rolls right there, which makes a big difference. The fish tasted clean and fresh, the rice was nicely seasoned, and the rolls were put together with care. They also offer 20% off sushi after 5pm, which makes it an even better reason to stop by. It's a great option when you're already grocery shopping but want something quick, fresh, and satisfying without paying full restaurant prices. What stood out most was the attention and consistency from the sushi chefs behind the counter. They kept everything stocked with freshly made rolls and clearly take pride in what they're serving. Definitely a great little find. If you're in the store and craving sushi, this spot is absolutely worth grabbing a roll or two. read more

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This place isn't that close by so when I go here I grab alot of things to last me till the next visit. I wish they had one closer to SF Valley. Mitsuwa is the next closest thing but Tokyo Central is my go to. You can find a lot of good quality or close to authentic products from Japan. Enployees don't really bother you until you go to the section they work and they greet you. Great place , very inviting , lots of products and variety. When you get inside you gotta plan what you want cause there's a lot of distractions. High recommend this place. read more

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They have everything Japanese from candy, snacks, ramen, alcohol, home items, beauty products. You name it they probably got it. You can't help but throw things in your cart so you can try it. We were looking for a specific sake and we definitely found it here. But walked away with so much more. We went late at night so a lot of the prepared to go hot foods were gone but they have a sushi restaurant on the second floor. read more

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This Tokyo Central was a lot bigger than the previous one I visited. I honestly believe Bakersfield needs something like this. I would be a frequent visitor if we had a Tokyo Central. This is basically a Japanese grocery store; however, they carry other Asian products as well. If you have never visited a Tokyo Central then you need to go. There's just so much that you want to grab and buy as soon as you walk in. They literally have super low priced already made food items. They have so much to choose from just from the already cooked items that it gets pretty overwhelming since there's just so much to choose. That's not all! They have tons of other things. From noodles, to 15 different kinds of sake, to so many different cuts of meat, to fresh Asian produce, different Asian snacks and so much more. If you're like me and come from a place that doesn't have a big Asian store like this, you're gonna be super overwhelmed and want to buy everything. read more

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Been to the Tokyo central locations in West Covina and Yorba Linda, but first time at this one. Feels about the same size as the other two, but for some reason feels like they have a lot more items. This place also has a restaurant upstairs. We came around 7:30 pm, so most of the sushi and fresh made items were already gone. So if you want some, make sure you get there early. 20% off certain items still applies after 7pm I think, so that's good. They also have an area with a couple of other small restaurants and tables to eat your food. They also have a free water station and microwave to heat up your food. It's always fun to come to Tokyo Central, so many interesting things to buy. read more

This place is so much fun! We stopped by during our LA trip and had a great time browsing. I loved that they sell Japanese Coke that's known for helping with digestion and dieting. They also had a great selection of New Year's items, along with ready to eat food and many others. The store was clean and well organized, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Overall, it was an enjoyable stop and definitely worth checking out. read more

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On today's visit, unfortunately the lack of service at checkout is waning. They do not bag your groceries. They just hand you the bag and you end up bagging your own groceries. There is a wide selection of items, but it seems like the service is starting to be less than excellent. The ambience is still good. The assortment is great. I wish they would just talk to their checks out clerks that they also need to bag our groceries. That's part of their job, isn't it? read more

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This is my favorite Tokyo Central location and I've been coming here since I discovered its many years ago. The store is always clean and well stocked, and the employees are friendly. This store has a lot of traffic so I never had to worry about expired items like certain other locations. My favorite things to get here are their premium beef and a specific sesame oil that only they carry. Ample parking in a large lot. read more

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This is a nice market in Gardena which has been at this location as long as I can remember. What I like most is being able to buy local Hawaiian food items such as Portuguese sausage and Lau Lau's. Although prices are double what I would pay when in Honolulu, I understand that shipping these items over can be expensive. They also have a nice selection of mochi and produce is varied and fresh. There's also a meat and seafood section. Take out sushi is freshly made, and are discounted before closing. Upstairs is Waka Sakura, a fairly newer restaurant which serves sushi and other small plate items. We've been there a number of times and enjoyed their selections. read more

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Took a day trip to check this place out! Ample parking and a huge location with lots of variety of Asian goods. Came here and had lunch first before we went grocery shopping. Plenty of freshly made plates like sushi, rice bowls, and even sandwiches. They have a small food court in case you want hot food, but they also have a microwave to heat up any of the premade bowls. They also have a sushi restaurant on the second floor. The grocery store has a great selection of Asian snacks, ingredients, drinks, and foods. One of the biggest varieties I've seen in an Asian market in a long time! It can get pretty crowded, so plan ahead if you're not keen on crowds. Overall, I would come back! There were some novelty items that I haven't found in my local Asian market and love that I can come here to snag them! read more

We came here in the morning and it wasn't too crowded. The store is quite big at 45,000 square feet. There is a sushi restaurant upstairs and a small food court. I wanted to eat at the food court, but they didn't open until later in the day. Bummer. We grabbed some sushi to snack on instead. There is a variety of packaged options. read more

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I was visiting family close by and needed to pick up some mochi flour for a TikTok waffle recipe and Tokyo Central was she last place I remember finding this flour. I've been to their Yorba Linda location, but the Gardena location is the spot! Tons of fresh sushi at the deli, so many eateries throughout the store and every Japanese food product you can think of. They also have a health & beauty section and a stationary section! I left with 2 boxes of mochi flour, 3 shrimp rice balls and a plate of poke from the deli. If you're hungry and need something fresh and fast, Tokyo Central is where to go. Everything is beautifully prepared, the employees are all very helpful and it feels like a much more fun shopping experience than going to a normal grocery store. If you can't afford to go to Japan right now, just go to Tokyo Central for an hour and you'll feel a little better. read more

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Tokyo Central - not just a grocery store. You can buy STUFF too. I picked up a wooden spatula for our nonstick pan at home, dishwashing gloves, a bag of chips (Hawaiian Sweet Maui Onion), a bar of chocolate that turned out to have a cookie layer and was deemed not too sweet, and a frozen fish dessert (Samanco Red Bean). I only had a carry on, and was leaving within 48 hours, so I didn't have much room for anything new, so I was already risking it with that bag of chips. But she said they were good, and she was right! The dairy dessert red bean fish was very good too. Those we ate before my flight back. read more

Tokyo Central is this excellent full-service supermarket that offers an incredible selection of Western and Asian food ingredients. This supermarket really has it all. If you need traditional vegetables, you can get it here. If you want vegetables that are more commonly featured in Asian dishes, you can get it here. Pretty much they cover the full spectrum of all vegetables, and at a very reasonable price. More than simply vegetables, they have a great selection of fish, meats, you name it. Plus, they have one of the biggest selection of snacks, that were created and packaged in Asia, of any other supermarket in the area. It's really a great place to find that very unique food item, or that sweet treat that you've been looking for. This supermarket also offers a really great selection of prepackaged sushi and sashimi items. So, if you want to grab a great sashimi dinner, and bring it home, this is the place to do just that. Tokyo Central is an extremely large supermarket. They truly carry a lot of stuff. Everything in this supermarket is very well organized. So, you'll have no trouble finding anything that you're looking for. More than just a supermarket, however, they also have a very good food service section. At this part of the market, you can buy premade meals from several sellers. It's really a great place to grab that quick meal on the go or to sit back and just enjoy it at the market itself. Perhaps one of the best things about Tokyo Central is Waka Sakura, which is upstairs. This is one of my favorite sushi and sashimi restaurants in the South Bay. It's really good! So, whatever type of food item you're looking for, or if you wanna grab an entire premade meal, this is the place to go. read more

I love this store for so many reasons but the number one reason is, we don't have a store like this within 100 miles of Fresno. Tokyo Central is always busy, but the aisles are big enough it never feels cramped. The store is laid out in a very easy to navigate way, but if you go around it clockwise you might be in there longer than anticipated. Make sure you have a list! We usually stock up on Japanese snacks, but you can literally buy anything there. Last time we went I bought a hibachi for the back porch. This time my sister got makeup, toothpaste and a set of lucky cats! After a long stroll around the store there are several cafes to the far left and upstairs there is a sushi restaurant. For every $100 you set pens you can get a free token to play the UFO catchers, but I'll be honest, it's hard to win. Overall it's totally worth a trip just for the shopping experience but we usually plan a visit when we're all ready going to LA v read more

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This Tokyo Central is HUGE! I've been to the one in West Covina and this one has a variety of different areas in this market. This Tokyo Central has a special food court area where people can sit and eat! In addition they had a water dispenser for customers to drink water! Reminder that they discount their food around 7 PM so you can get sushi and some other items for 20% off! They have restrooms in the back and the service was nice! The cashier and I had some light conversation! TIP: The restrooms are in the middle and they have ample parking! They also have a Waka Sakura but on the second floor! read more

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This is basically the holy grail of Asian markets in LA! The place is massive--warehouse-sized--and it feels like you could spend hours exploring. They've got everything: cultural gifts, quality skincare, endless sake options, Wagyu beef, and even an incredible hidden gem upstairs in the back--Waka Sakura, a sushi spot that's absolutely worth a visit. Inside the market, there's a hot food section and even a mini food court near the entrance, so definitely come hungry. My personal favorite is grabbing a bite at Waka Sakura, but honestly, you can't go wrong with any of the fresh eats here. Sometimes they even hand out samples, which is always a fun bonus. Not every product is cheap, but you don't need to spend a fortune to walk away with some amazing treats. Plus, the staff are consistently pleasant and helpful, which makes the shopping experience even better. If you're not local, I'd still say it's worth the drive--Tokyo Central is hands-down the best Asian market in SoCal and an experience all on its own! read more

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Tokyo central located on the corner or Western Ave and Artesia Blvd has been at this location for many years now and I couldn't believe I had never reviewed them. Tokyo Central has many Japanese foods and products to choose from but one of the best things now in the store is their hot food bento section. Rows of sushi, handrails, sandwiches, cold ramen, all kinds of lunch and dinner options. A must try for sure! Employees are nice and very professional, some have been there for years which is always a good sign. Tokyo Central is our go to Japanese store and prices are generally pretty fair. read more

Food selection: from sushi to katsu, package, make to order, order by the pound, check! Parking, check! Price: reasonable with a lot of sales, check! Japanese gifts, check! Wine/beer/spirit, check! Aisles, a bit too narrow. Overall, a go to places if you want something more than Nijiya can offer. read more

I'm so lucky to live in Gardena where we have TWO Tokyo Centrals. I love going to this location because of the selection and it is way bigger than the other one in Gardena (on redondo beach blvd) My favorite thing to get here is obviously the sushi rolls which is there to greet you when you enter to the right. If you go early enough you can see the chefs preparing everything. After 7pm, almost everything left on the shelf is 20% off There is a small food court in the market with many different foods to try and also a sushi restaurant upstairs! Sometimes they have sake/alcohol sampling if you're into that. I don't really ever come here for groceries but they do a have a fresh selection and a lot of expensive imported fruits from Japan/Asia. The market is split into two sections: one for food and one for home appliances, make up, etc. Honestly bc of the import tax + tariffs and what not, all the snacks are really expensive now!! But it's worth it sometimes. Tip: if you want fresh sushi + more selection go early like 11am. It runs out fast! Esp the onigiris and hand rolls. read more

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This is a very large Tokyo Central located in Gardena. I like how well stocked every shelves are. It's incredible how many beauty and personal care products they carry and the kind of food court stores they have. I think it's nice this particular location offers Gindaco and Kagura. Gindaco offers wonderful takoyaki that's far better than Takoyaki Yama-Chan. Kagura offers great katsu. The upstairs restaurant also has a nice sushi restaurant. Parking can be absolutely stressful during the weekend. I prefer visiting during the weekdays for that reason. Otherwise it's a nice place to get drinks and snacks along with shampoo and deli items. The only thing I don't recommend purchasing from Tokyo Central are the produce and meats. There are other stores with far better pricing and quality/freshness. read more

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We went for the snacks and ended up having lunch because they have a good selection to choose from. They have a seating area, microwaves, and more. People were smiling and friendly. read more

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I mean where do I even begin after seeing their array of fresh sushi displayed by the front entrance? Normally, I would not take a chance on supermarket/gas station sushi but after just one glance at their bluefin tuna assortment, I was sold and in disbelief quite frankly. I felt like I was stepping back into a Family Mart or 7-11 in Japan after seeing so many familiar products here. The drive stunk but it's well worth it especially since I get to have lunch at one of their multiple food stalls within - Kagura has the best katsu even though I'm no expert to be giving such an opinion. I can't wait to come back and try the sushi restaurant on the 2nd floor. read more

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I stopped by Tokyo Central for food after attending Obon at the nearby Gardena Buddhist Temple, and it didn't disappoint. There were plenty of cooked food and sushi options--plus, everything is 20% off after 7 PM! I picked up the curry wagyu beef with rice, heated it up in the microwave outside, and it tasted great. There were just enough small pieces of beef, and the curry sauce was flavorful and generous enough to finish all the rice. The next day, I picked up a jumbo chikuwa nori combo for dinner and a spaghetti Bolognese for the following day. Both were solid choices, with just the right portion sizes for a satisfying meal. Inside, the store has a large selection of Japanese groceries and tons of my favorite Japanese snacks. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area! read more

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Wow! This place is massive. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but inside, there are two floors. The deli food selection is amazing with not only sushi, but also soba, ramen, udon, etc. Everything is 20% off after 7 pm. Service can be hard to find as I was not sure whether the ramen broth was already in the bowl, and I ended up asking another customer. There are also microwaves to heat up deli food. read more

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This was my first time visiting the store and I noticed they carry a lot of Japanese products from skin care and food to bathroom essentials, drinks, candies, meat, ice cream, and fish. Some items are on the pricier side, but the selection is huge. They also have restaurants on the second floor, which is a nice bonus. They also have fresh sushi made daily. Overall it's a large store with a wide variety of Japanese products. I really enjoyed being there. It's just pretty expensive. read more

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LOVED this supermarket they have every Japanese product and more! There's a sushi restaurant upstairs and they have a food court by the entrance. We got the sushi and takoyaki and both were sooo good! We went on a Saturday morning and it was pretty empty when we got there in the morning but became PACKED during the afternoon with the parking lot full. Definitely recommend going later in the day or early in the morning to avoid the crowds! read more

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Amazing weekend outing! Japanese, and Hawaiian products. This is definitely worth your time. Be prepared to spend a few hours looking at all the amazing products. With a very clean delicious Sushi restaurant upstairs. 100% recommended read more

The store was pretty crowded today and the check out lines were very long. Lucky I had less than 10 items and was able to use the self-check out line where there was no waiting. I came to eat at Waka Sakura, but on my way out, I picked up six different flavors of mochi ice cream because they were on sale for $4, regular price of $6 each. What a great deal! I also picked up some sushi. It's always fun to come here and look at the wide variety of items they sell. read more

I go for the freshly made sushi it's fantastic. Service is great. Its a great place to grocery shop all japanese. Highly recommend

Love coming here for their sushi and bento boxes!! We always try to go around 7pm to get the 20% discount deal. It's so worth it and we would get several items. My favorites are the unagi plate, sushi, inari, beef udon bowl, poke bowls, etc. There's so many options to choose from! Will definitely be back soon! read more

My wife and I stopped by Tokyo Central for the first time during a recent trip to LA and were blown away by the variety of delicious ready-made food available throughout the hot deli, sushi station, and fridge section. For lunch, we grabbed a katsu filet curry from Kagura (a shop inside the food court), along with a katsu sando and a platter of aburiya salmon from the main grocery area. At around $35 total for everything, it felt like an absolute steal. We were both completely stuffed afterward. I'll be writing a separate review for the katsu curry from Kagura, but for the other two items: the aburiya salmon was an easy 6 out of 5 -- super fresh and well-prepared. The temperature and texture of the rice was perfect. The nigiri here is definitely better than some sit-down sushi places I've visited in the Bay Area. The katsu sando, on the other hand, was closer to a 3 out of 5. The cutlet itself wasn't crispy and lacked sauce, but I did enjoy how fluffy the bread was and the thickness of the katsu. If I lived nearby, I'd stop by all the time for a quick lunch. There's so many different food options, plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, and if you need to take a lunch call, the patio is more than quiet enough. If you're in the area, Tokyo Central is absolutely worth a stop. read more

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Incredible experience at Tokyo Central. Last night was my first time discovering Tokyo Central. Awesome hot food selection and pre packaged cold sushi and other selections. I've been wanting to find a place with hot miso soup and I finally did. Only one dollar for the soup! I ordered the spicy scallion California roll and 2 vegetable croquettes from the hot bar. Very satisfying meal! There's so much to see at this grocery store. The outdoor seating was warmed to the ideal temperature and so pleasant. Highly recommend this spot. It's also more affordable than some of the competitors. They have lots of items to choose from! read more

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