First, temper your expectations before going into Daiso and you'll probably enjoy the experience. Second, enjoy the little things you'll see there that you may not see elsewhere in the stores you already frequent. And third, just enjoy all the cute stuff and useful gadgets you didn't know you needed until you spotted them there.
My daughter took me to Daiso - a Japanese "dollar" store, with things that are all under ten dollars US. It's great for trying different kinds of Japanese ramen packets, cute stickers with Hello Kitty (or similar) characters, and finding small containers for decorating or organizing. It's also good for sushi plates, ramen bowls, and cute stuffed animals similar to Squishmallows in small sizes.
On my first trip there I found two organizational things for my desk, some Ramen flavors I'd never tried, miso (to make my own broth), tiny - very powerful - magnets, a purse hanger (for on the side of a table), and peach tea. I could have spent more time and cash there, and will definitely go again, but this was my first time and I was a little overwhelmed.
The aisles are a bit narrow and there is a NO RETURNS policy that is mentioned a lot! There are signs all around that allow buyers to check the price on their items (written in Japanese) to see the US price.
Prices are reasonable, and it's a fun shop with lots of housewares, stationery, and personal care items, in addition to Japanese snacks. Hats, slides (shoes), iPhone accessories, bath accessories, and more.
A fun place for stickers and things you didn't know you needed until you spotted it at Daiso! read more