Located on Astoria's Steinway Street, this store is a branch of a popular toy and lifestyle store…read morein the Northeast US* that carries all manner of East Asian bath and beauty products, fashion accessories, household items, stationery, snacks and drinks, toys--especially plushies, blind boxes and other collectible figurines. You'll find a mix of Korean, Japanese and Chinese brands here, and the price point is low to mid. They compete with a similar audience as Pop Mart, since they both carry a lot of collectibles, though Rumi offers on a broader range of goods while Pop Mart seems more collectibles-focused. Inside this pastel-colored store everything is arranged neatly, and it's a large location with several claw machines in the front, several aisles of merchandise with cute characters plastered everywhere. Along the right side of the store, the wall running most of the length of the store features hundreds of stuffed animals, notably many capybara plushies which are all the rage. Not sure why, but in April on an afternoon well into the 80's F and humid, there was no AC in the store...it felt like the heat might've been turned on accidentally it was that warm. I felt kinda bad for the staff there having to suffer thru the heat, I hope they get that fixed soon! For more info: https://rumilifeshop.com *operating in NY, NJ, CT, MD and VA. And online.

This store is similar to Daiso and Miniso, but with the added bonus of being based in New York…read more They offer a wide range of products, from plushies, toys, and stationery to Asian snacks, makeup, bags, home goods, hats, and accessories. Plus, they even have a few claw machines by the entrance for added fun. The store is bright, well-organized, and really enjoyable to shop in. The prices are reasonable for most items, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. I walked in not really needing anything--just curious--but left having spent nearly fifty bucks! If you're in the market for a fun gift or just want to browse, this is a great place to visit. There's a ton of novelty, trending, and super cute Asian-inspired items to discover.

This location within American Dream mall is fairly smaller in size compared to the NYC branch,…read morethough merchandise items were fully stocked. Store has a large variety of K-Pop items from the newest music groups to the first generation k-pop groups as well. There's some branded plushies, clothing and even night sticks from the most popular idols. Seeing my daughter's eyes light up when going through picture album book from her favorite idol group made this shopping experience a bit more special. Overall, a good merchandise specialty store

Decent variety of Kpop merchandise. I came in hoping to see…read moreif they have the G-Dragon Ubermensch light stick scarf which is sold in the concert so they didn't have it. They do have the special edition G-Dragon special edition mint light stick. So there are potential for some good finds here.

Needed some porcelain bowls that were out of stock in the Manhattan MUJIs, which are closer to me,…read moreand was told this location had them available. Called up to ask for them to be put aside for pick up. Arrived and they were ready at the register! Great service! If you've never been to MUJI, the store's name comes from Mujirushi Ryohin, which means in Japanese "no-brand quality goods." They strive to use quality materials, less excess, and minimize packaging. Everything there is exclusively at MUJI. Note - Some things you may find more worthwhile to purchase online when they offer discounts and free shipping. (Unfortunately, you can't order online for in-store pickup, which seems like a lost opportunity.) This new Tangram Mall location has one of the larger food and home sections in a MUJI here and may be one of the biggest NYC MUJI's overall. Recommend you check it out! (FYI - It's located across from Kokoro Cat Café.)

There was a long line of people by our hotel. We were wondering why? As we rounded the corner, I…read moreremembered that Muji was opening today, 6/12/26. The first 500 people got a free gift. Some had been in line since 5:30am! Uh no thanks. You'll find Muji in the Tangram shopping plaza. I talked with security and he mentioned more Muji stores would be opening in California and Arizona. Great! I did get a chance to look around. I am familiar with this store. I think it will be a nice addition to the shopping available. There is lot parking for a fee.

Another store where I went on a shopping spree. The have such a cool kit kat selection. I got…read moremyself a bag of Hokkaido melon kit kits. They have so many other unique flavors like rum raisin, but I didn't feel like paying $15. I also got some melon Calpico. They have huge variety of impored soft drinks. I got some yakitori flavored Lay's chips... amazing! And upstairs there's a whole wall of chips, a while wall of cookies, and a while aisle of noodles!!! I can't wait to come back!

I walked into Teso Life around 8:40 PM, rushing to grab a home freshener from the back. One of the…read moreemployees stopped me from entering the section because he was mopping. His demeanor felt very unfriendly--he looked visibly annoyed, which made the whole interaction uncomfortable. It wasn't even closing time, yet it felt like customers weren't welcome. Experiences like this can easily drive people away from this location.

If your wallet has ever whispered "please don't" while you reached for another pack, then World…read moreChampion Trading Cards is about to become your favorite (and most dangerous) stop in Flushing. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this isn't some random hype-driven shop -- it's a real collector's spot. The display cases are loaded with Pokémon, sports cards, sealed product, and graded slabs that stare at you through the glass like, "You know you want me." Whether you're chasing modern heat, investing long-term, or just trying to relive your childhood one holo at a time, they've got something for you. The vibe is what really sets this place apart. The staff actually talks to you like a fellow collector, not just a transaction. They're patient with questions, transparent about pricing, and don't give off that gatekeeper energy you sometimes find in card shops. If you're new to the hobby, you won't feel intimidated. If you're experienced, you'll appreciate the knowledge. They'll celebrate your big pulls with you -- and respectfully mourn when your "guaranteed fire" box builds character instead. Pricing felt fair for the current market (which, let's be honest, can be a rollercoaster), and inventory seems to move often. Translation: you'll tell yourself you're "just stopping by to look" more than once. Flushing has plenty of great small businesses, and this one absolutely deserves the support. Just don't blame them when you leave smiling, holding a new slab... and checking your bank app on the way home.

Great shop for Sports Cards, Pokemon, One Piece and all other TCG…read more Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The space is clean and has a vast assortment of sealed wax and singles. Best prices in the area for a wide selection of product! Always willing to work out deals!

Everything went so well. It took us about 1-2 hours. It was really fun. There were unlimited…read morecharms, colors, patterns, and so much! The prices aren't much. The owners working there were really nice and taught me all the patterns. Was the best! I definitely will go again. Love the place so much

Will come back again , and again and again ! I was able to…read moremake a picture frame for only $27 with all gems , glue, color whip , and sparkles included. I absolutely loved it , me and my best friend went for a cute little get together and I just wanted to stay there forever ! They have so many varieties ranging from phone case , picture frame to mirrors , brushes , hair clips and jewelry boxes. The workers there were soooo sweet one kept helping my bestie who isn't all that creative lol. I truly enjoyed and wish I lived closer

Top quality shop with all of the latest games and a full calendar of events. Lots of singles and…read moresealed product on the shelves at great prices. David and his staff is great at taking care of the locals. The dumplings during tournaments should be a service taken by every lgs out there. Pork and chives would make any best of 3 game card shuffly better. Five min walk from the subway and lots of local eatz right next door or take a walk down to Corona Plaza for more flavorz.

So casual Friday Evening, trying to get into Dragon Ball Fusion World TCG as I'm a huge DBZ fan and…read moreI called a half hour before I got into the store. I asked if they had the product available and if there was multiple so I can secure my chance of buying it since I live a far distance away, in which one of the employees replied yes, we have enough, great right? Half hour later I get to the store, I'm greeted by a woman which I asked if there was any product available in which she looked towards a guy I presume to be the manager and he stated, you will have to wait till the tournament ends because I don't think I have enough right now. I then proceeded to state I just called and was told there was enough product.. in which the manager stated well now there's none, while I'm observing 3 boxes filled with the product they said they had.. A black employee then proceeds to tell me that means to come back a different day... highly recommend to any one trying to wear a clown outfit to get product and then watch it slip away right in front of you. forgot to mention the decent scalper prices, thanks for what you do for the community!!

One of my Japanese store that I come and buy containers and stationery at. They are affordable and…read morethey are decent quality. You pay what you get. They are import from Japan. The prices have change throughout the years due to inflation and tariffs the past years. The prices are displayed on rack with conversion. Now if there is no price display on items, it is $2 something. You can always as a worker. They are around the floor. Nevertheless this place is great place. Wish there is more location in Manhattan/ NYC.

I've been wanting to visit a Daiso store for a long, long time. How lucky to have finally stumbled…read moreupon one in New York City the other day. This store is massive, and it went above my expectations. I personally expected to find stationary items, and other paper goods. But there's so much more. They have unique Japanese snacks and candy. There's an assortment of organizing tools, they have baby and toddler supplies. There are proper glass cups, plates and bowls. They have those large, trendy stuffies and plush blankets. Anything and everything can be found at Daiso. Most items are under $5.00, any item without a price tag is $2.25. I wish they offered a restroom for customers, so they're not rushing to leave, when they had the intention to make a purchase. This is based on personal experience. Daiso is a fun retailer. There are so many unique and affordable items.