Me and my friend came in around 8:40 PM, and the older lady kept giving us weird looks for no…read morereason. (I just saw their business hour on here, but their opening sign was on when we arrived ,so...)After only two minutes, she rudely told us they were closing, and we didn't even get a chance to see anything. (If you were closing, tell us right away when we entered the store, no need for all the staring like we were up to no good)Highly recommend this place if you wanna have a horrible experience ！ no wonder the reviews are so bad. I know you are old enough to understand some basic manners. Shame on you.

The store has unique items but overpriced. The shop seems to be clutter and wasn't very neat. A…read morelady in the back of the shop came out and yelled at me for using my phone. The lady and an older lady sitting on the counter were both giving me the stinked eyes. If the prices were more reasonable I would consider in buying something from them.

First visit and I enjoyed my time!! Literally sticker heaven and features different cultures and…read moreaesthetics. They also have a few stationery items, but I wish they also sold washi tapes. I really loved how they had a section for Tagalog stickers and also sold baybayin notebooks and notepads. 10 big stickers for $20 and $5 sticker sheets (buy 3, get 1 free). Decent price for good quality items. Will be coming back!

Came here on a Tuesday around 6pm. It was actually not empty inside and there were lots of…read morecustomers. They have some midori notebooks and other journaling items. I wanted to buy a stamp, but it was super expensive. Cute stickers though. I bought some of the school related sonny angel stickers and the red-flag collection stickers. Seems like the back of the store is for printing stickers? There was a whole back section where I saw a little boy working on machinery??? The he came out to wipe the shelves. Lol

Our daughter loves Kinokuniya. This Japanese store carries a great selection of books, stationary…read moreand specialized gifts. The toy section is always fun and nostalgic for me with characters that our children grew up with. I also love the small gift items section that change each time we visit -- today the cat plates got me! The husband enjoys looking through all the Gundam models. Our daughter can never resist buying a cute stationary item. The store is packed but well-organized and clean. Prices are reasonable. The staff members are friendly and always willing to help you find whatever you're looking for.

This store is really a great reminder of how physical bookstores are amazing. It's pay well…read moreorganized, packed with all things Japanese. Books (manga magazines) are all wrapped which I love--you get new unused/ unread stuff and just in excellent condition. Tons of model figurines, and pens, stationary etc., just so much to see. Definitely feels like you left the states. I wish I had more space and of course money to buy everything I wanted there. Clean, and amazing place.

This stationary store is super cute. It's a great place to shop for gifts and cards. I also love…read morecoming here just to browse. They have a great selection of stationary, pens, cards and other cute items. It's also a great place to shop for gag gifts! Service was fine and the prices are similar to other more high-end stationary stores. Their hours are a bit off so do check before coming. It's located off the main Myrtle Street in Old Town Monrovia on a smaller side street called Lemon- but do check out this hidden gem!

Very nice stationery store with beautiful displays. And I forgot to take a pic of the antique…read moreprinting press inside.

The greater LA area used to be a haven for ethnic enclaves. With the decline of first generation…read moreimmigrants these vibrant cultures have been diminishing or at least shifting geographically. This gem is still located in the heart of the SGV. Thanks to the kind owners it remains an outlet for a different form of entertainment. Both English and Chinese manga are available, and custom orders can be made. There are quite a few series that are hidden gems, and the owners are very helpful with any questions. It's clean, organized, reasonably priced and even has a large meeting room for events for manga loving fans.

I cant believe Ive passed by this place so many times without noticing it. Like most stores in my…read morearea, It is truly a hidden gem that serves the locals. Me and my gf stopped by after we noticed it while driving and we were appalled by the aesthetics of the store. You walk in and its like you just entered the secret store in an rpg. The store offers rental services as well as purchasing books. Most of the manga/comics are in Chinese, however, they are currently expanding their english catalogs. There is a sitting area with comfy chairs where you can read their manga like a library. The owner was very nice and welcoming. We chatted about things and the store has been in his ownership for about 6 months. I look forward to not having to drive all the way to LA just to buy manga.

Love this place! So much to do & see. They have cards, stationary, pens, journals, stickers, toys,…read moreJelly Cats, home decor you name it. I could spend all day just looking at each thing. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. I love the huge assortment of wrapping paper by the sheet. So many options to choose from. I don't live nearby otherwise I would be in here once a week. If you love all of the above mentioned, stop in I bet you grab a few things.

This place is so colorful and cute. They have everything you can ever think of gift wrapping and…read morethey have the cutest gift wrap paper so unique so different so colorful survivor so pretty they'll wrap it for you as well for a fee, but it comes out perfect the store is so colorful and there's just so much to choose from they have all cute knickknacks, stationary, etc.. The prices are decent could be a little pricey for some things. The service is good and friendly and professional.

I visited Vroman's Bookstore during a girls trip to Pasadena, and it turned out to be such a fun…read moresurprise. We initially expected a typical bookstore, but it's so much more than that. As one of the oldest independent bookstores in California, it has a really special charm. Inside, there's a wine bar, a coffee shop, and even a cute gift shop upstairs, which makes it easy to spend a lot of time browsing and relaxing. While I was there, I got to listen to an author present her book and answer questions, which added such a unique and memorable touch to the visit. The store was busy, and you could really feel how much people enjoyed being there. The layout is well organized, making it easy to find books by genre. Upstairs, there's a spacious children's section, which is great for families. I also loved the section featuring Orson Welles books and posters. It was a really cool and unexpected addition. Overall, Vroman's is more than just a bookstore as it's an experience. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!

Always a great night out to hear from authors. There's usually something interesting going on…read moreupstairs or in the wine bar! Let's do the numbers. PARKING There's a free lot out back. Plenty of spaces for everyone. SELECTION there's more than enough for me in my regular sections, but there are tons of sections I don't usually peruse. Like "wind chimes" and "backpack" sections . If you're looking, they even have snacks for your next read STAFF super helpful and friendly. If they don't know your book (they do), they'll ask a coworker who will know it and have all the extra details you didn't know to ask for. PRICE better than affordable: Supportive! (Readers and writers communities) SPACE There are a ton of accessible open aisles. Huge space outside (maybe for outdoor events?)

Everything is cute here and employees are very nice when asking for help they really did thank you!read more

The store has a lot of cute things that peaked my interest. I had done some shopping throughout the…read moremall before attempting to walk into the store. The people in front of me entered and went through with their purchase without problem, but when I did, the woman working there asked me to show her my ID. I was confused, because they don't sell alcohol or tobacco, and I wasn't buying anything of that sort. I'm also an adult, and I don't think I would've given them the idea I was stealing (obviously I wasn't). I asked her why she needed my ID, and she responded with "oh, it's because we've been getting a lot of fraud lately." ...... I was purchasing pens.

Tiny store in shopping center, packed with a lot of items but felt that everything was way over…read morepriced for what it was. Staff were friendly and welcomed us to the store. There were a lot of different items but pricy.

Small, but cute store…read more It mostly has Sanrio character items, with a few TokiDoki collabs. I thought it was neat that I saw some rare characters like Kirimi-chan, the salmon filet. I also noticed that they had a tiny bit more merchandise for Pochaco, Hangyodon, Keroppi, & Badtz Maru in comparison to what I've seen at the Westfield Santa Anita. There are a bunch of items not for sale which I assume are rare display statues and plushies. Good amount of stationery, plushies, home goods, accessories etc.

Recently have an obsession with Smiski. And I have regularly purchasing my collection here every…read moreother week. The girl at the cashier is super sweet and helpful. Patiently allow me to have time to make up my mind. I will be back for more for sure!!

I came in and bought a Bicute figure. Been here multiple times actually…read more After the transaction, the employee asked if he could open it to check if anything was missing. That's not normal and very odd. Thats the first time that happened.