When the kids were little, all last-minute gifts were purchased at Geppetto's…read moreAs they get older this is the prime place to pick up last-minute gifts, especially for girls. You could find a great gift for teenagers young adults and adults. Sometimes I just like to walk through just to see what they have because they've got lots of cool stuff Honestly, if you're not in a hurry, some of the things can be found at Nordstrom's and sometimes a little cheaper. But some things are very unique and super cool here, but you probably won't find it most stores. Always a pleasure visiting

Yesterday (Sat, 11JUL), my wife and I brought 3 of her succulent arrangements and 2 empty pots to…read morePigment to work on them. The 3 existing succulent arrangements, who were done at Pigment needed some refreshing and she wanted to create new succulent arrangements in the two empty pots and, . . . .WE GOT TO MEET SAXON, the most wonderful and kind and helpful plant guy at Pigment. His presence, his help, his advice, his demonstration of proper technique based on the arrangement philosophy of designing a pot landscape using the "THRILLER, FILLER, SPILLER" strategy was so insightful!! Even though Pigment was very busy, he made us feel like the most important customer in the store and we will definitely come back when he is there!! THANK YOU SAXON!!!

Closest to a Sanrio store for me and I went in looking for Hello Kitty/Rilakkuma. The cashier lady…read morewas pleasant in helping me locate the items in various sections of the store. She also showed off similar products but overall let me shop in peace. Prices are definitely doubled or more so keep that in mind. Store is cramped with tons of merchandise but also organized if that makes sense. Make sure to check around as some items may be hidden. Brands I saw with a quick glance: Pokemon (plushies and sealed single packs), Chiikawa, Sanrio, Labubu, a few anime series, and so much more I can't remember at the top of my head.

Cute things central! Haha Fashion is located in the same plaza as Hmart. It's a small shop but…read morefilled to the brim with toys, plushies, blind boxes, tees/clothes, bags, sonny angels, and various other character goods. They have a ton of stuff that you would find in Japan (some exact items I actually saw on my Japan trip last year). Any character you can think of, you can find some merch here. Like Hello Kitty/Sanrio, Snoopy, Miffy, Monchichi, Pokemon, and so much more. The plus side is there are so many choices all in one place. The downside is the prices are very very expensive. A blind box that is normally $25 elsewhere could be $40. So be prepared to spend some money! The 2 ladies who owned the ship were very nice and super attentive.

I had so much fun exploring Tokyo Central & Main! What makes this place unique is that it's…read moreactually made up of three separate stores--two grocery markets and one dedicated to merchandise featuring everything from adorable Japanese plushies and cookware to cosmetics, electronics, and so much more. And yes...I had to explore all three! Both markets were bright, clean, and incredibly well organized. One of my favorite sections was the tea aisle. As someone who absolutely loves tea, I was in heaven. Their selection is huge, with everything from loose-leaf teas to powdered varieties that you don't typically find in traditional American grocery stores. I'll definitely be back to stock up on a few new favorites. I originally stopped in to purchase a matcha whisk set, but it was a little more than I wanted to spend. That didn't stop me from finding a few treasures, though! I ended up browsing the cookware section and picked up a beautifully designed set of reusable chopsticks along with beginner-friendly M-shaped training chopsticks. One unexpected highlight was getting to try a hand massage machine. It applies pressure to acupuncture points throughout your hand, and wow--it felt amazing! I'm seriously considering going back just to buy one. The produce section also looked fresh and inviting, so I can definitely see myself returning to shop for groceries. Plus, since my sons love anime, I already know they'll enjoy checking out the merchandise store with all the fun Japanese collectibles and character items. Whether you're looking for authentic Japanese groceries, unique kitchenware, specialty teas, or fun gifts, Tokyo Central & Main is absolutely worth visiting. If you're ever in the area, I highly recommend stopping by--you'll probably leave with more than you planned, just like I did! And you already know you can always thank me later

I ordered a sashimi platter for a dinner party. You have to order 4 full days before pick up and…read morelast pick up is 5pm during the week. They tray had about 40 pieces of sashimi, large pieces but a bit uneven cut. It did come in an attractive plastic boat so great to bring to a party. The tray was $55, no tax, ordered online. You pick up at Customer Service near cashiers. I saw online they do Japanese sandwich trays as well and they looked pretty tasty.

We always shop here. Whether it's in Las Vegas or San Diego. They're always so helpful when you are…read moresearching for any particular items. Today, we wanted to grab some Li Hing Mui candy and Noms that we cannot get in our state. They had the new flavor, Passion Orange Noms. Definitely bought those! Looking forward to another trip to get some delicious goodies!!

Your local Hawaiian store has everything from snacks and candy to Redondo sausage! We were so…read moresurprised to see taro sweetbread, local kine drinks, poi, and even leis! You can find us in Clairemont, close to the 805 and the 163. Stop on by! #HawaiianStore #Snacks #Candy #Sausage #Sweetbread #Drinks #Poi #Leis #Clairemont

Big selection of trinkets/cards with surprisingly decently priced model kits as well. The staff are…read moresuper friendly and the general vibe of the store is great. The layout of the store is super compact and cozy, and I love that they play Anime Eurobeat and Trance music instead of the usual K-pop at other stores. I always give this place a visit when I go to Mitsuwa, I hope they get Zenless Zone Zero or Touhou project merchandise in the future

Bought a Macaron Labubu from them for a 10 year old birthday party today and it was totally fake. I…read moreasked the shop worker/owner if they were real and he looked at me like he was offended for even asking. It was very obvious when she opened it in front of everybody and very embarrassing. Just know this shop is doing this as I'm sure I will have no recourse as they say no returns everywhere in the shop. Just trying to save everyone else the embarrassment and disappointment of getting a "lafufu". Sent another friend the next day and the same thing happened. They will also be writing a review to try and save people from paying $70 and getting a fake.

Linda and her team did a PHENOMENAL job putting together 15 large gift baskets for our sales blitz!…read moreThey were even able to turn this order around in 24 hours! All of our clients were simply amazed by the gift baskets and everything in them. Check out our pics! Looking forward to ordering again in the near future!

The gift basket I ordered was beautiful, but what impressed me even more was the exceptional…read morecustomer service. I ordered online but it specified that we call if we wanted to add a bottle of wine so I called and had the pleasure of speaking with Linda. She was incredibly helpful, taking extra time to explain multiple options and offering thoughtful recommendations. Throughout the process, she was friendly, professional, and genuinely attentive. The basket was delivered on time and was absolutely lovely. I highly recommend this business for both their high-quality products, and outstanding customer service.

A cute little Hawaiian boutique store in the Mira Mesa plaza where Little Sakana and Ding Tea is…read moreat. We had a lion dance performance there for their 2nd anniversary for Kimmi and her store. Congrats by the way! But the store consists of nice clothing, candles, and cute Pacific Islander gifts. Come by and check it out and support Kimmi and her local business. Aloha and Mahalo.

I'm surprised no one has reviewed Aloha Scent. This place is cool. It's tucked away in the Village…read moreat Mira Mesa Mall. I remember when the store opened it was mostly candles. Now the owner, Kimi, has lots of various items. She has handmade Hawaiian dresses, backpacks, wallets, her staple candles, and other cool items. Kimi, the owner is super sweet and has a contagious laugh. I went to get a candle. It smelled really good. I went back to get another candle and my daughter loved her backpacks. We got a hello kitty backpack and my daughter went everywhere. She showed everyone her backpack. "Look at my backpack". She is so proud of that thing. Go to Aloha Scent and buy something cool. At least check it out. There aren't any other island shops like this in the area.

Always a fun gift shop to explore while in the Pacific Beach area. Lots of different vendors…read moreselling their wares under 1 roof. Street parking only. A real variation of goods...Jewelry,clothing, plant accessories, candles, beachy things, local books, cards, artists work, various gifts.. Good spot to bring out of towners to shop!

Such a unique experience! This is always one of the first places I take people who are from out of…read moretown. The space is massive, which a bunch of individual vendors inside. You can truly get anything from tourist trinkets to vintage dresses. Co-ops in general are just awesome, and this is no exception! The prices are also great. A lot of the stalls have handmade items. Parking is super easy with a lot in the back.

Found this spot by luck. Has so many great things to buy. Treats, snacks, shirts. They sell Noms…read more!!!!! My favorite candy treat!!! Only store outside of Hawaii where I've seen these. Great shop!

I drove two hours to get to Leilani's attic. The staff there is extremely sweet and the store is…read moreAMAZING. They have everything there!!! I ordered my lei po'o from the website and the pick up process was so easy. The flowers were so fresh and beautiful. They also have a fridge on the side where you can pick up fresh leis. I will definitely be returning and I highly recommend this place if looking for leis and lei po'os!!!!

Cute shop with so much more than stationery, paper, and envelopes. The staff were friendly. Sure,…read moreit's pricier than other stores, but you won't find this kind of selection anywhere else. From games to curated items for pickleball lovers, to thoughtful gifts for moms and their babies, they really have a bit of everything.

Such a cute spot for greeting cards, wrapping paper, arts and crafts materials, gifts, and more…read more They have a huge variety of adorable items, making it easy to find something for any occasion. A fun place to browse.