I didn't give myself nearly enough time here. The street…read morefacade hides the complexity of the interior. The labyrinthine interior has rooms off of rooms. How did this design come about? The first impression I received was of the height. I was faced by shelves significantly higher than I can reach. Fortunately, there are small step ladders available. I went right back to the film section, consisting of three or four full size bookshelves. I found several interesting titles, and had to move little piles on each shelf that hid books behind them. Not a complaint. There were also piles of books on the floor. The prices were very reasonable. I originally held three books in my hand, before paring down to one. I quickly wandered through the other sections, and peered into the antique area that was roped off, for serious shoppers only. I need to go back with at least an hour to spend. I was grateful for the bathroom access, and there's a cat, like all good bookstores should have.

This bookstore is awesome!! I can't believe I've never been here until now, though I have visited…read morethe Campbell location. First off, I love the political signs posted on the windows, like the "everyone is welcome here except ICE". When I walked in, the store looked exactly like what I've always envisioned a cozy community bookstore to be like--filled to the brim with books and with a lot of character. I came here to sell some books and it was pretty quick--I had probably 20-25 books and the employee finished in less than 10 minutes. As I was waiting for my books, I walked around exploring. I was very impressed with the selection of fiction. There were actually quite a bit of new releases, but also older books and editions that I would likely not find at a corporate bookstore. If I had the time, I'd love to spend 1-2 hours here just browsing. I didn't expect to get much money for my books; I was actually going to donate them and didn't realize that they still buy books, so their offer was ok. I was moreso pleasantly surprised that the employee was so nice lol, and also a little chatty. Honestly the last time I sold books was probably 15-20+ years ago at Half Price Books and I remember they were always pretty rude/standoffish lol. In addition to the service, the atmosphere, and the book selection, the cherry on top for me was that they have a special shelf where you can buy a book there for 50% off for them to donate to the library at Elmwood Correctional Facility at a bit of a loss for the store. I used most of my credit from the books to get a Stephen King book for the library.

Soyodo is a place that feels deeply familiar and comforting to me. My parents used to come here…read moreoften, so every visit carries a sense of nostalgia and connection to home. Since Chinese painting and calligraphy are among my favorite hobbies, Soyodo has always been a meaningful place to find traditional Chinese painting supplies and guidebooks esp for maobi, painting flowers, landscapes, and ancient figures. I really appreciate that they also carry crafting supplies and classic Chinese literature, not just generic art books. Everything here feels rooted in tradition and care. The store also offers novels, children's books, Chinese New Year decor, vases, and small toys, which makes it feel like a cultural space rather than just a bookstore. On top of that, the pricing is very reasonable. I've even found books for as little as $2-4, which makes browsing and discovering new reads even more special. The owners are an older Chinese couple who are quiet, reserved, and genuinely kind. One of the things I cherish most about Soyodo is how peaceful and calm the store is. It's the kind of place where you can slow down, browse without pressure, and feel grounded. Stores like this are rare and I truly hope Soyodo continues to thrive. If you value culture, tradition, and supporting a small family-owned business, this is absolutely a place worth visiting and supporting.

The store has a large selection of Chinese calligraphy brushes, tools, Chinese novels and…read moretranslated Western -authored books. It also has herbal ai cao 艾草related products and other health tools , and other Chinese culture-related accessories.

Staff is kind, I've been here a ton and I recommend ordering stuff online if you're looking for…read moresomething you can't find in store. Prices are decent ! Lots of sales going on throughout the year too! Clean shop :D

Another lovely location for half price books!!!…read more I love strolling around, checking out the popular books and other nice stationery options.

I visit Kpop 1004 regularly for their up to date skincare section and BTS/TXT albums. They always…read morehave the newest releases at the most reasonable prices. Their skincare section has a variety of sheet masks and serums. I am a big fan of the sheet masks. They have Tony Moly for my splurge days, but their other lesser known brands are more affordable and work just as well. They have types such as Cica, pearl, and carrot. I haven't tried the Photo Booth in here, but it looks fun. There are also some cute Studio Ghibli and Sanrio merch in here. This store has a little something for everyone who is interested in Kpop, anime, or cute stuff in general.

I visited on a Sunday and I like a lot of groups so I had a good selection of groups but for…read morealbums, it was a bit picked over. The 2 girls at the counter were talking when I walked in by myself and weren't really the friendliest. I ended up picking up an enhypen and nct 127 album and headed out. It was a nice store and one of the closest to my city but I wish they had more selections.

Yes, I highly recommend this establishment! I was treated fairly & respectfully! The staff is…read morewonderful & knowledgeable... I was able to give them my entire CD collection I acquired over 50 years I collected... They were still in mint condition!!!! And if like classic n vintage R & B - contemporary Jazz, and Latino music you will find the in this store they have it all from my dearly love collection!!! YOU WILL FIND MY PRAISED GEMs! Enjoy as I did I am 72 years old X musician retired but love all music !!!! GOD BLESS ALL MUSICIANS AND PURVEYORS OF THE BUSINESS!!!!!

One of the worst selling experiences I've had at a record store…read more I dealt directly with one of the owners, AJ, and the entire interaction felt disrespectful, evasive, and extremely shady. I brought in records to sell and simply asked what he was valuing a couple of them at individually. Instead of giving me a straight answer, he got defensive, kept saying he could find them elsewhere, and repeatedly tried to steer the conversation back to one bundle price. The biggest red flag was my East Side Story record. AJ clearly had a strong interest in it, but when I asked what he valued that specific record at, he still refused to give me a direct number. If you know enough about a record to specifically want it, you should be able to tell the person standing in front of you what you're valuing it at. I do not care if a store offers me less than market value. Businesses need to make money and I understand that completely. What I do care about is transparency. Don't act like someone is stupid just because they're young. Don't dodge basic questions and expect someone to blindly accept a bundle price without understanding what you're assigning value to. The whole interaction left me feeling like he was hoping I didn't know what I had so he could get a much better deal for himself. If your prices and offers are legitimate, there should be absolutely no reason to be secretive when a customer asks how you arrived at them. Being an owner doesn't give you an excuse to talk down to people, become defensive over basic questions, or make a customer feel like you're trying to pull one over on them. Young does not mean naive. I knew enough to ask questions, and the fact that those questions were met with attitude instead of answers told me everything I needed to know. I walked out with my records, and I'm glad I did.

What a gem in Fremont!!…read more The employees here are always super friendly and the book selection keeps me coming back. There is something here for everyone's interest. I love how there is a great selection of cute gifts designed by local artists as well as community events. The children's section is inviting and offers so many books for all ages levels. I usually stop here before visiting Asia to pick up books for my niece and friends' kids. I'm always able to find an age-appropriate book that suits their current interest here. You can count on finding the latest and greatest titles here for prices that are super reasonable. Need help finding a book? The employees here are always happy to help!

A great addition to Fremont downtown, with a good selection of books. It's very clean and modern…read moreinside. I mostly can find the latest publications here, so I'm happy about that. There are also special interest books like anime manga, etc. I took one star off since it's a little small inside, so I wouldn't come if it's crowded, but for the most part it's good.

Jedi was a big help and was very kind and friendly throughout the whole experience! He was easy to…read morecommunicate with, very respectful, and made everything go smoothly. I really appreciated his help and positive attitude. Highly recommend!

Went in to Retro Rewind for a ps3 game that needed resurfacing. They informed me that blu-ray disks…read moreneed a different method of resurfacing and even then may not be the solution. Instead they gave me another copy at no charge. I appreciate what they do for our community.

Staff was very knowledgeable about current stock. Also there are multiple listening stations to…read morelisten before buying!! I will be back

Cool spot! Came here with a friend on Thursday morning. There is a huge selection of used vinyls…read moreand equipment. They also offer cassettes and some books. The vinyls were grouped by music genre. They were in better shape than the $2 piles. The $2 vinyls weren't sorted, so it was fun to see what was available. As we were paying, the owner said that he regularly rotates what's out. Would come back to browse again! I found out about this place when I had purchased a few vinyls over at Minasan in Japantown and was told they were sourced from here. There is a small parking lot in the front, which was empty at the time, otherwise there is street parking nearby. There is a middle school nearby so the streets might be busier when school gets out.

One of the best bookstores in the Bay Area! Love their selection of books, hijabs, gifts, scents,…read moreand more. The staff is friendly and it's a lovely place to access inspiring knowledge.

This bookstore has a great selection of books, clothes and musks and really anything related to…read moreIslamic culture. The service is always great and welcoming, their prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend this little store!

Friendly Staff, good selection of books, and on occasion you may find that book you've been long…read morelooking for!

After lunch, I wanted to check the bookstore next door to the restaurant…read more This is a really nice bookstore with a ton of great books. Each area is divided by subject matter. I really love fiction, so I hung out in that area for a bit to see what they had. I really like the layout of this store and how they display the books. They even had a section called "blind date with a book." They were gift wrapped with a tiny quote from the book or description about the book. What a fun idea. There nothing like have a tangible book in your hands to read. I prefer reading books this way, over using a device. I guess I'm just old school. Prices are what's labeled on the book. They also offer a discount section of books.