9:30AM - 7:30PM
12620 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne“Me and my siblings been going here for years. Best convenient store around. They have everything here. The owner Alam is a super cool dude, very welcoming and friendly.”
“Edible arrangement employee was very helpful when I came in. Needed something at the moment and she really helped me with a beautiful fruit bouquet. Wonderful service.?”
10:30AM - 9:30PM
1419 5th St, Santa Monica“Bought some incense here some time back and using them every day! Store has quite a variety. Very large selection of crystals too and I'm planning to come back for these! Store has a great ambience! Worth a visit if you're in Santa Monica.”
“For years this shop was originally on second street. It was fully supplied with items for the kitchen, dining, and other Japanese items. This shop is much smaller, no room to roam around like the other shop, where you could ogle and awe at wares. The owner of this shop is helpful. They have an adequate selection of ikebana vessels from Japan unlike anywhere else in LA. The prices are average considering import costs. Overall this shop is an important mainstay in the Japanese community.”
“Amazing selection of records and other ephemera. My boyfriend got really into Gundam recently and I was so happy to find a first pressing of an OST for the second film here. Legacy businesses like these are what makes Little Tokyo special.”
“Excellent customer service from Joy on 10/18/23! She is sweet and very informative about return policies and online shopping to in-store pickups. Also super helpful in gift-giving suggestions/advice. She is a Joy to have help from! ??”
10:30AM - 5:30PM
10590 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles“They always have cute gifts and a fun selection here. I've found gifts for everything from children's clothing to amazing cookbooks. Always worth a stop.”
“I've been here twice and I've walked out a few times with a bunch of figures. I wish I grabbed the Cell figure from there. Other than that, this place is really great and the employees have always been friendly. If you guys want figures for a reasonable and good price, I recommend going to this store.”
11AM - 7PM
6000 Sepulveda Blvd Culver City“I had a wonderful shopping experience here. The atmosphere of the store is so welcoming and the clerk was very helpful. There was a variety of power and inspirational attire to choose from, and I purchased a few items that were kindly shipped for me to Florida for Christmas.”
11AM - 7PM
340 1st St, Los Angeles“Must visit in Little Tokyo! Precious business continuing history while updating their contents to what’s relevant to today’s audiences. Don’t forget to check out the second floor for old music cassette collections, handmade candles, and imported artisan goods from Japan.”
“I LOVE this place!! I've never been able to get any Arknights merch even at anime expo. So seeing it here was so awesome. A lot of genshin stuff too if you're into that. I'm an avid cat girl fan and a LOT of the stuff they have here are cat girls so this place was literally heaven.”
“perfect for anyone who adores high-end but understated items from Japan. everything from perfectly balanced tableware to hinoki room spray to Comme des Garcons perfume to 14k gold jewelry to metal garden shears that look like museum pieces. it's the perfect escape from the corporate american aesthetic. the staff are lovely and unhurried. take your time to browse and admire the many treasures.”
“Jessica helped me over the phone in securing a last available pair of AKILA frames. Being here in CLT and F.D.G.S. in LA - I couldn't have asked for better customer service and she was so accommodating! If all small businesses were run like F.D.G.S. - we wouldn't have such a demand for the big box stores! A++”
“Giant Robot is a cute little store with trinkets and such. They offer blind boxes, tokidoki clothing, pins, artists’ products, and collectibles. They have a wide selection of blind boxes like Sonny angels, Smiskis, tokidoki, and Kitan Club brand. They also feature products from local artists like prints and soft goods. As of fall 2023, they still require masks to be worn, but offer them at the front.”
“I went here to find a gift for a holiday gift exchange. My first visit I was thrilled to find a curated selection of products from books, to notecards, jewelry, candles, bath salts and lotions, to name just a few. The broad selection made it easy to find gifts, and the clerks were very helpful. You can get up to three gifts gift-wrapped for free, and she did an amazing job. Stronly recommend - this store is a gem!”
“Cute little shop in the riviera that has a diverse selection of home goods! Great for last minute bday gifts or treating yourself. The owner is so sweet too and truly appreciative of everyone who stops by and supports her shop.”
10:30AM - 8PM
1207 Ocean Front Walk, Venice“I love this shop, so many beautiful and unique indigenous items. The person working there (4/10/23) was so kind. I would have bought more had my luggage had any space left. I will cherish my two rings and the shirt for years to come. I will definitely come back next time I'm in LA.”
“If you're looking for Body Oils, Oil Burners, Soaps, Lotions, and Skin Butters all handmade, then this is the place. They have so many fragrances, even those you find in Department stores and Malls. Did I mention that they also sale Reading glasses? Your One Stop Shop. There is no parking so I suggest you park across the street in the parking garage.”
“This wonderful local shop has been my go-to shopping for special occasions and personal items for years. Artisanal, eco friendly, and ethically produced home goods, jewelry, kid’s gifts, and just all sorts of unique and high-quality, always affordable…goods!”
10AM - 6PM
3830 Main St, Culver City“What a beautiful store. You can tell the items were selected with care. Everything there is a winner. And we were attended to so well by Ava, who quickly helped out perfect gifts. Highly recommended.”
10:30AM - 6PM
1409 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice“this shop NEVER misses. the buyer(s) consistently deserve a raise. i've never been to a shop that's curated better than Burro, and i've lived in the area for 5+ years. big fan, best gifts.”
“This is a very fine , non-profit store. The staff is mostly volunteers and are extremely helpful. Most of the merchandise is hand-made...The vibe is very positive in this store. There is something for everyone...I bring friends here every chance I get. If you are in the Riveria Village, it's a must stop.”
10AM - 9PM
111 Japanese Village Plaza Mall, Los Angeles“I was visiting the Japanese Village in LA when I stumbled upon a small Maneki Neko store. There was plently of items to choose from. I found a cute tea set I was looking for. Priced reasonably.”
“Great souvenir shop for visiting California, excellent service.The manager of the place, kind and efficient, found everything we asked for quicklyAbsolutely reasonable prices.Highly recommended!Convenient parking.==* Eliran Kaissar - Tour - Guidewww.bibletours.co.il”
“This store in Santa Monica has many nice souvenirs, good prices and a great variety to choose the ones you like the most, I recommend it 100% for souvenirs and it is very close to the Santa Monica Pier (half a block)”
10AM - 9PM
131 Broadway, Santa Monica“Came by Sand n Surf because we booked a reservation on Bounce to leave our luggage behind for the day as we explored Santa Monica. The staff were very friendly and helpful in checking us in and storing our luggage. We even bought some souvenirs after because we enjoyed the service a lot. They have a lot of different souvenirs to choose from. Highly recommend!”
“This is the best shop in all of Little Tokyo. Super legit, non-touristy at all, and filled with really cool books, prints, antiques and sculptures. The owner is great to talk to and is really passionate about the community. I now have a ton of recommendations for art and cultural events in the neighborhood! The store is cash only, so make sure to come prepared.”
“I love going to lupitas party gift store for every occasions like graduations, party etc. She has pretty much of everything when it comes to party supplies for a great price. Lupita is also a very kind women. Everybody should check out her store, great customer service and great prices!!! Very welcoming to everybody as well.”
“Coming here felt like I was walking into the past in the best possible way. It feels like how shops used to be 20 years ago, with tropical vibes. I fell in love and will be bringing all my friends here”
“I love this Smoke Shop it's the best I ever been to and I been to a lot of them. It's going about 6 almost when I moved into the neighborhood and it was the first smoke shop I could find and it's been my only smoke shop since. Great service and selection always. Plus I get treated like a king ?. The best place for in and service and always great prices.”