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    4.2 (44 reviews)

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    Some food & drinks from the cold case
    Mikayla P.

    They upgraded their grab and go fridge to look a little nicer and that definitely goes a long way and makes everything even more appealing. Love stopping here on the way to the beach or after a workout. Consistently delicious and quick.

    Melon ramune, onigiri,sushi
    Ruth R.

    Everything is so good! The onigiri is my favorite as well as their sushi! It's very fresh but they don't always have the onigiri. I come here pretty often

    Well, technically 1/2 tuna, 1/2 crab but good value and good quality.  Made by Shiro Kuma Sushi.
    Tracey A.

    One can lament that Marin, unlike Berkeley, doesn't have an outpost of Tokyo Fish Market or one can simply embrace what we do have. Kuma Market is the most recent Asian market to open in Marin and it's a very good and welcome addition to the neighborhood. San Rafael already has one Asian market which I tend to go to for everything I need when preparing food that calls for Asian ingredients. That place has everything I've ever gone there seeking but Kuma Market has something they don't: a cold case near the front that features ready-to-eat, freshly prepared, and well-priced katsu, maki, gyoza, and onigiri. The selection isn't huge (this isn't a particularly high-traffic area) but I got a really nicely made, large maki featuring tuna and crab for $10. Supermarket sushi is a no-go for me but here at Kuma, the maki (and presumably the other freshly prepared food) is made by Shiro Kuma Sushi, nearby on 4th Street and I could taste the quality. This is not typical supermarket sushi of questionable origins. Even though the outside signage refers to Kuma as a "Japanese" grocery that's definitely not their entire focus. The shelves are stocked with all sorts of products, with a good many representing other parts of Asia. If you're looking for Thai or Korean ingredients I'm betting you can find them here. Kuma is the sort of place I know I'll return to for a quick lunch item and, I'm certain, some sort of mochi snack and other irresistible product to accompany my purchase. Truth is, I consume maki more regularly than I go hunting down Asian cooking ingredients so I am certain I'll be returning here and probably on a fairly regular basis.

    Jennifer M.

    We just got boba from their boba shop and were exploring the area, and saw they had a little market! They have little bento boxes, bowls, and spam musubis! Loved browsing the aisles and finding unique snacks and goodies.

    Breaded shrimp
    Rebecca C.

    It's exciting to have a Japanese/Asian market open in Marin. We have been going across the Bay to get our Asian groceries for many years and having another option in town is great. They are located on the West end of 4th street in San Rafael. I have shopped here a couple times now and they have a pretty decent inventory considering how small the store is. They have a big variety of snacks, noodle packets, frozen items like gyozas, tempura, udon, ice cream, and items to put in soups just to name a few. There is also a big selection of common sauces used in Asian dishes. It seems like there is always something fresh for sale including bento boxes, spam musubi, and tempura towards the front of the store next to the open refrigerator. At the front of the store, there are a variety of kitchen supplies and household items. Prices are comparable to other Asian markets. There is a lot to check out. The lady who works there is very friendly with a cute Frenchie. They are open until 7:30pm every day. Be sure to check them out and support a local business!

    a grocery store with a variety of products
    Kiyomi W.

    I was so happy to hear there is a Japanese Market in Downtown San Rafael! Parking is limited bc you gotta park on the street and it's sort of hidden to find when driving past. It has just the right amount of stuff you would need and great options when shopping! They have pre packaged food too! I got a sushi roll and the sakura mochi and they were both really good! Sort of pricey for a college student but I wanted to support the new small business lol.

    Loofy

    Drinks were very unique and very good W store will go again gave me plus 1990 aura. Go visit here

    I came in hoping to get my Onigiri. Tell me why the door is locked and no one is inside. It clearly says it's open and all the lights are on. Guess how long I had to wait until I realized no one was coming.....20 mins. I usually love this place but na all I wanted my Onigiri.

    a variety of drinks on shelves
    Kobsupang R.

    Stumbled upon this new Japanese store with surprisingly a decent options of South East Asian food, ingredients, snacks and drinks! The store is super clean and very easy to navigate. I've discovered a lot of cool stuff and so many items I wanted to try. There are also some packaged take-out Japanese food available, but you have to be there early because the 2nd time I got there almost the end of the day, there wasn't much left -- maybe a couple or 3 containers of prepared food. What I have purchased: frozen Kurobuta sausages ($25), green tea, hojicha tea, and vanilla ice cream. Can't wait to go back to buy something else and hopefully they continue to have new items stocked up as it is currently only the soft opening.

    Marie B.

    So excited to have an Asian market close by, especially since Japan Town isn't a viable option during covid. I was able to pick up some sweets and treats and goodies. I'll definitely be back for onigiri, bentos and the like. The only thing that could make this store better is if they get milky candy... please?!

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    2 years ago

    Was delighted to discovered this is in the neighborhood. Super well-stocked and tasty to-go food, too.

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    Great little shop that serves some japanese bento boxes and also has a lot of imported goodies from Japan.

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    Great little asian market with sushi and prepackaged meals and frozen foods and lots of snacks to choose from

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    So many yummy things. Everything you need to make sushi. So much ramen, rice, Japanese snacks. A hidden gem in Marin.

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