Amazing grocery store! While there are many amazing produce and freezer items, my go-to here are the sashimi and seafood in the back cooler. Never thought I would say I love 'monkfish liver' but something about it is mesmerizing and I want one every time I come here! Mackerel is delicious. Chotoro is fantastic! Service here is great and checkout is quick and efficient. Love the dining area to eat the sushi immediately. Have had many lunches here and love that there's a microwave available for use, too. Will add more photos but the photos here are the Spot Shrimp -- bought 3 packs for total of 7 -- and boiled in the hotel room. Simple, clean, and absolutely delicious! Nijiya Market has excellent quality food items! Highly recommend! read more

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Friendly staff very busy grocery store just brings me back to when I was in Japan bento sushi plater candies mmmmm check it out Marie read more

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Today for lunch I was craving sushi so headed to Nijiya Market located on the Makai side of the Mall . I ordered a small tray of sushi with a side dish of Crab croquettes.! It was very fresh and filling so it was perfect for a quick lunch stop a Nijiya Market read more

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I was feeling a bit snackish while roaming around Ala Moana last Thursday, so we made a pit stop at Nijiya Market after walking by. While my friends checked out the snack aisle, I went straight for the refrigerated section to scope out the prepared food options. After browsing for a bit, I picked up the UNI IKURA GUNKAN (15.99), which contained three ikura gunkan and two uni gunkan. Since it had been refrigerated, the rice was a bit cold, but it was still relatively soft and chewy. Each piece had plenty of uni or ikura. While it wasn't the freshest, it did the job and made me less hungry. I chowed down at one of the cafeteria tables near the front of the market. There was a solid selection of prepared food, with the usual options like nigiri and sushi rolls, along with cooked items like rice bowls and katsu. Overall, a solid option if you happen to be nearby and looking for something quick and convenient. read more

Nijiya Market - Uni Ikura Gunkan - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Such a convenient location with lots of free parking. This store is easy to navigate and is well stocked. So far, we have found everything that we were expecting to purchase here. Whether you're looking for ingredients to cook on your own or already prepared meals, they sell a nice variety of items. The produce appears fresh, sometimes they have Kamiya papayas if you're lucky on Wednesdays. We are especially grateful that they sell mentaiko in the frozen seafood section. The packaging makes it easy to squeeze out what you need, great for mentaiko pasta! In all the experiences that we shopped here, service has been fast and friendly. Check out lines were not bad at all. read more

Nijiya Market - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Came here often to buy Japanese snacks. They have so many options for bento. Today I got mentaiko pasta, it's pretty good and cost less than $10. They also have small area to dine in. read more

Nijiya Market - Mentaiko pasta - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

When I'm looking for some Japanese seafood (saikyo miso marinated fish, ikura, tobiko), Japanese pantry items (soy, rice vinegar, honmirin, dashi packets, senbei), or fresh produce in small batches, Nijiya is the most convenient one-stop market. The bulk of my grocery shopping is elsewhere but for anything Japanese I will come here for a better selection. Nijiya will portion and sell fresh produce or fruit, seafood and meats in smaller sizes suitable for single households. There are many instant or one pot products - they're admittedly not the healthiest but you buying convenience. This is a norm in Japan and I'm happy that they continue the practice here in Honolulu. And for the ultimate in convenience Nijiya stocks a long shelf of prepared foods. Supermarket sushi and chirashi is not the best, but it's super accessible. There are lots of single serving sides. And their bento packs are stuffed full of different bites. Combine the prepared food with a chilled beverage and their seating area at the front and you have a quick stop for a meal. I also like their location on the Ewa end of Ala Moana underneath Bloomingdales. I can window shop my favorite stores, grab a cocktail at a department store nearby, and get some groceries or prepared food to take home. The convenience combined with the selection of goods makes Nijiya a regular stop. read more

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Nijiya Market located along Ala Moana Blvd, street level in the Ala Moana Shopping Center. Nice specialty market with a good assortment of Asian food and cuisine. Produce department look great very fresh and vibrant. Good selection of fresh meats and Asian delicacies. They have a great variety of snacks and prepared foods. We stopped at the Mochi table to pick up some Ohagi Mochi. We haven't had it in a while. Tsubushi A wrapped around Mochi Rice. Simply delicious . The cashiers were quick and courteous. Definitely worth visiting. read more

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Found a reasonably priced ($8.99) ramen bowl made in Japan here. Great size and feel. Dishwasher and microwave safe. read more

Nijiya Market - Ramen bowl - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Niijiya Market is a great place to get reasonably priced produce, Japanese products and other Asian treats. It's located on the bottom floor of Ala Moana Center on the Ala Moana Beach Park side near Famous Footwear and Bloomingdale's. We go there to get Japanese pickled products, mochi and prepared food such as croquettes and sushi. The best thing about this place is the large dining area so you can enjoy your food in a clean, well kept and air conditioned environment. We usually get the variety pack sushi for $6.99 that includes fifteen pieces of takuan, cucumber and kampyo maki. It's a good snack that hits the spot after a day of walking the mall. Sometimes we'll get a four pack of chocolate peanut butter mochi as a treat. I highly recommend coming here to enjoy some delicious Japanese food on your next visit to the mall. read more

Nijiya Market - This variety pack is a good deal! - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Nijiya Market has fresh and quality sashimi and is a great place to get your sushi fix for a great price. Highly recommend for lunch and dinner. If you go later in the evening, they do discount the premade food items. These is a dinning area for you to eat in located in the market. There are microwave waves. The market is clean. read more

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I love shopping at Nijiya but believe they are wasting their money on the current security company that they have hired. Every time I shop there, which is at the minimum 2-3 times a week, I see the security guards constantly on their mobile phones and not doing what they are hired to do. This guy especially. He's always on his mobile phone checking the social media. Nijiya needs to hire a better security guard company. read more

Nijiya Market - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

***4.5 STARS*** I'm not a fan of shopping at the mall. Don't care for crowds and at times having to circle around looking for parking while competing with aggressive and inconsiderate drivers. However, when I want to get good quality sashimi, decent grab and go sushi and Japanese products, this is my go to place. I also enjoy low key dinners where I'll pick up food and go to my sister's place. The kiddies enjoy sashimi so Nijiya it is. I've found their offerings to be consistently fresh and of above average quality. Nijiya relocated from Puck's Alley on University Ave to Ala Moana Center back in November 2022. They are located on 1F Ewa, Makai side of Ala Moana with neighbors of Old Navy and Pressed Juicery. Mid afternoons seem to be great for me as I'll take a couple hours off from work to make my way here. I make a beeline to the chiller section in the back to survey their sashimi offerings. I also will check out the Japan mentaiko (spicy pollack roe) and fresh shiso leaves. I also enjoy shopping at Nijiya because of its bright and clean display offerings. I stop by their grab and go premade foods corner by surveying the sushi, sides and desserts. Sometimes I'll check out their nori as my family likes good quality ones for the hand rolls. It may cost pretty pennies but worth it in my books. Overall, Nijiya is a great place to shop at with great selection, quality and convenience. Note to self - - just got to make sure to strategize on when to go to minimize shopping time and keep the stress level low. read more

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This is my go to grocery store when I want a fix of Japan without hopping on a plane. It's also a great source for healthy whole non processed foods when I want a quick healthy prepared meal. History: This Japanese grocery chain was actually founded (1986) in San Diego, California, by Tadayasu Ito, a Japanese immigrant. His mission was to bring authentic Japanese groceries items to the U.S., with an emphasis on freshness and quality. Many products are directly imported from Japan. They also run their own organic farm in California to supply fresh produce. Over the years, Nijiya grew into a chain of Japanese supermarkets across California, Hawaii, and even New York. The Honolulu Ala Moana Central location is one of the newer stores, opening in late 2022. From specialty soy sauces to frozen gyoza, you'll find brands here you won't see at the big box stores. Plus, they've got seasonal treats like sakura mochi or New Year's osechi items. Bentos: The grab-and-go section is perfect for lunch or dinner when you don't feel like cooking. Freshly made bentos, sushi trays, onigiri (rice balls), grilled saba, salmon, sashimi trays and more are all ready to eat. Although, admittedly, their sashimi is not my favorite. Pro tip - if you come towards closing time, many of the grab and go items are discounted. Fresh Seafoods The seafood case is small compared to a big box store but very impressive. Whole sea bass and Saba, salmon and salmon heads, shrimp, mackerel, butterfish and more. And they all look super fresh. The Meats: The meat section is equally as impressive with selected, high-quality meats. DuBreton pork loin, sliced thin for sukiyaki, raised without antibiotics and perfect for a sweet-salty, spicy nabe (hot pot) broth. Right next to it, they carry Meyer Natural Angus Prime Beef ribeye, marbled and rich, ideal for steak night or even a luxurious twist on Japanese dishes. Not budget friendly but worth the splurge. And if you're planning nabe night, they've got ready-prepped packs of meat sliced thinly and prepped veggies ready to go straight to the hot pot. Produce Section: Surprisingly solid for a small market. They stock shiso, daikon, Japanese cucumbers, and other hard-to-find veggies that's curated towards a Japanese kitchen. Sake & Wine: To round out your meal, Nijiya has a thoughtful sake lineup from junmai ginjo to premium daiginjo, and even a small but curated wine section that pairs beautifully with meat, seafood or hot pot. You can even find Dom Perignon!! Bonus: There's a dining area with plenty of tables plus counter seating if you're flying solo. They've even got two microwaves to heat up your bento or side dishes. Happy Eating!! read more

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I love this Nijiya location because it's so conveniently located within Ala Moana and the parking outside is super easy with wide stalls. While this is my go to spot for rice and a few other Japanese grocery items that I can't live without, I've recently begun bringing my son here for a quick but delicious sushi lunch. They have great seating area (that's air conditioned!) with enough space for my stroller. They only allow food purchased from their store understandably, so don't make the mistake of bringing in outside items. Their sushi is amazing. So much variety and so fresh!! I feel the price is reasonable, too. Plus they have some great additional items like Japanese veggie sides, karaage chicken, etc. that are truly amazing. read more

Nijiya Market - Stroller friendly eating area - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

After my first review regarding the poor performance of the security guards in the store, I believe the store management team took notice and got rid of all of them and hired this guy. I want to thank them because this security guard is awesome and goes above and beyond what's expected of him to do his job. Every time I shop there I see this man walk the isles, clean the tables after customers leave and is always engaging with the store employees. The staff seem to like him very much and I can see why. If I were the store manager I would hire him immediately to work for Nijiya as he would make a great addition to the team. And I'm sure Nijiya would be able to pay him more than what he's getting paid from the security company. read more

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Wow! The new location of Nijiya at the bottom level of Ala Moana Shopping Center, near Ross, on the Bloomingdale's side, is amazing! The inside is super clean, bright, and very well organized. Parking is MUCH easier to find on that side of Ala Moana. Staff is friendly and helpful. Each aisle is always well-stocked with clear signs. Items are easy to find, and I feel there's more variety, and from Japan items. One of their bigger upgrades is the prepared and ready to eat sushi, bentos, and other foods. The prices are more than reasonable, and the quality and freshness is the same or even better than restaurants! Even the discounted ones are quite fresh (even on the next day) and an awesome deal! There's also an eating area where you can sit and enjoy, including a microwave to heat up your food. An awesome place to grab a meal! Will definitely visit more often! read more

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This Nijiya has so many good bento & sushi options! The mentaiko pasta was very good and bento portion is quite big. The sitting area has plenty of seats and microwave is convenient too. read more

Nijiya Market - Bento, mentaiko pasta, and fried calamari - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I didn't spend much time here as I only needed one thing. The majority of the products, including a separate sushi/bento section, frozen foods and produce are Japanese (noticed they had the 3 pack of Korean pears). Prices are regular and the place is well stocked and clean. Perhaps I'll be back when I need Japanese ingredients or snacks. read more

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Located in the lower level of Ala Moana - Near ROSS. This is a small japanese supermarket that offers produce and bento lunches for easy pickup and souvenirs. They offer tables to sit and enjoy your bento and also a microwave / hot pot for water for ramen bowls. They sell Pocari Sweat here (Japanese clear gatorade) in which I was intrigued by. This bottle of hydration water (sweet) has alot of sugar in it so be mindful - It has a taste that I can't pinpoint but it is refreshing to drink. The bento were tempting - they offer raw sushi, sandwiches (tuna egg and deli meat). Also lunch bento that has fish/chicken/beef in it with rice furikake and sides. This section of the store was pretty busy. They also sell Japanese brand beauty items. I find the items to be pricey but if it's something you have been looking for and cannot find it online then I guess its worth splurging on a beauty item. They also offer other items from Korea, China and Philippines. Staff here are nice. They are helpful when needed . They had a few clearance sale items that were not bad but I noticed they were not "japanese". so I didn't bother with it . I liked Mitsuya supermarket better - But this supermarket will do if you are in Ala Moana. read more

Located on the ground level of Ala Moana near famous footwear and Bloomingdale's this is my go to for lunch. They have sashimi, sushi and a variety of bentos to choose from. Most of the bentos are cold but they have a microwave to heat them up and a small section to sit and eat. Also run here for some Japanese snacks, candy and drinks. Most of the cashiers are open so usually no long wait time to check out. read more

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Check your receipts before you pay. Items listed on the shelf are not accurate and the manager will not correct it after you've already paid. read more

Nijiya Market - Cheese listed for $5.69 but $10.49 on receipt - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Love their updated location so now they are part of Ala Moana, their entrance is on the first floor facing the parking lot, not too far from the Centerstage Food Court. I like coming to Nijiya because they have scallop sashimi, you can't find that at Foodland. They also have some open seating for eating. Not as big, modern, or open as the Foodland nearby, but a nice alternative. read more

I grabbed some great California rolls with bits of tamago mixed in for under $10, and they were filling. There was seating inside the store where I could eat, with Ohtani posters as the backdrop, and it was a nice way to avoid the more expensive food courts nearby. read more

My go to supermarket for big shops and especially for their fresh produce/fruit, and for Japanese products such as natto, umeboshi, mozuku, Japanese bread, and Nigata rice, and so forth. It is clean, the atmosphere is relaxed, there is no waiting in line, and staff are welcoming and professional which is such a breath of fresh air compared to other supermarkets such as Whole Foods and Safeway. Their prices are competitive and more than reasonable. read more

Four and a half stars. It's full of Japanese items as well as others. It's big and clean and spacious and they even have an eating area. The parking is at the mall, so it's mall parking. It's near Foodland so it's not hard to miss. The have baskets or a cute smaller shopping carts to put your baskets in for convenience as to not take up all the aisle space. Love that! I found a bunch of different items that I usually get at the Japanese store. I appreciate that many vegetables are organic and I can find practically everything. I also saw a lot of already prepared bentos and a few sandwiches. I guess the rent is pretty high, so it reflects on the prices but you can still find things on sale and at a decent price. I appreciate that! read more

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Very clean and moderately priced. Free samples. The ready made food section is very well stocked and the variety is great. Everything is freshly made day if and the specials are awesome. read more

Nijiya Market - Chirashi bowl on special - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

A Japanese grocery store placed in the middle of Ala Moana Center? Why not? Great place to shop for groceries in general but also snacks as well. On a free day I picked up some chocolate snacks and a green tea. That set me on cruise control for the afternoon. Service is fast and efficient at the checkout lanes. Would return while out and about! read more

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I buy a bag of apples, and as a leave, 20 feet away, about 10 seconds later, the security guard stops me and accuses me of stealing a bag of apples. Perhaps Nijiya Market needs to provide vision insurance to their employees. They need to have their eyes examined! read more

This is a great choice for Japanese food shopping. Not too big, but still offers the popular eatingchoices: sushi, sashimi, assorted bentos, and bowls. There is casual, spacious eating area. Also to mention, there is a small section offering household and miscellaneous products. This store is not in the most visible area: lower level facing the ocean and close to Ross's and JTB. read more

I really enjoy shopping and eating here the food is tasty the service is good the establishment is clean I would recommend this establishment read more

On sale: Itsuki Instant Ramen. Labeled as "animal free" te list of ingredients are the usual for instant ramen...which is to say, not good for you. Still, I am a sucker for any kind of vegetarian/vegan ramen, so I will give it a try. read more

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Surprisingly good for Pre packaged Sushi! And cheep especially if going later in the evening

As us Yelpers would say.........."Camera eats first!" In this case, Bruddah Fran totally blew it and wen' GRINDZ up his Spicy Tuna Don before he realized he didn't get a proper photo of his GRINDZ!!! Ai-yai-yai!!! It was lunchtime, and I found myself at the Ala Moana Shopping Center. The original plan was to check out the Chick-fil-A at the food court, but after getting to the Ala Moana food court and seeing the line, Bruddah Fran passed on da Chick-fil-A action! Walking around the food court, Bruddah Fran didn't see anything that appealed to him, so he decided to go to Foodland Farms. While walking over to Foodland Farms, he sees Nijiya Market and promptly made a quick detour into Nijiya Market to check out da grub. Nijiya Market is your typical market specializing you Japanese foods. Beside the dry grocery items, you can buy an array of meats & produce. I was basically here to check out the hot foods, as I've experienced their hot food sections at their Pucks Alley store location. Little did I know when I looked around the Ala Moana location, this store didn't have any hot foods, but they had a pretty large selection of Sushi/Bento in the refrigerated section of the store. Upon foraging the refrigerated shelves, I decided to get a Spicy Tuna Don. What can I say about the grub??? I will have to say that the Spicy Tuna Don was reasonably priced, the don bowl was fresh, and the portion size was just right. Inside the Spicy Tuna Don, they also put packets of organic soy sauce, wasabi paste, & sushi ginger. Overall, a wonderful lunch should you be wanting something quick while you're on the go! Located at the ewa wing of the Ala Moana Shopping Center (where the old Vintage Cave Cafe used to be), you can find this market just next door to the Famous Footwear store. Check 'em out, no can go wrong! read more

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I've been a customer of Nijiya Market for 30 years. I admit that Nijiya is a good Grocery Market because I buy a lot of fresh ingredients and Japanese food. One thing to be careful about using this Grocery Market is that you must pay with a credit card. If you use cash, it makes me feel dirty because it discriminates all counterfeit bills for $5.10 dollars. As a local, I have been dealt with this case several times. However, if you are Japanese, you don't have to worry because no matter how many $100 bills you put out, you don't have to be discriminated. Because after me, the Japanese people got free pass benefits. read more

Nijiya Market at the mall is pretty awesome. It's a Japanese grocery store that has an amazing selection of take out , ready to eat entrees, desserts, and specialties. The grocery store section has such a wide variety of items. It's fun to check out the selection of condiments, soups, noodles and snacks. There's a nice eating area at the front of the store with plenty of seats. If you want a quick grab and go lunch, give this place a try. Also, they discount items near the end of the day. Yay. read more

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Nijiya is a small chain of markets in California and Hawaii specializing in Japanese foods. THE STORE: Formerly part of the Ala Moana Plaza, they've relocated to the first level of Ala Moana Center in the Ewa (west) wing, I believe it took over part of the space that used to be the Vintage Cave restaurant. It's a lot smaller than I expected. Parking can be at a premium. On top of the expected goods, they also had a nice selection of sushi, bentos, beer and wine. A small dining room was available at the front. What I was on the hunt for and found was the Kagome-brand katsu sauce. It has the best balance of savory, sweet & tart of any brand on the market. Plus, it came in a size double of what I'm normally accustomed to with an affordable price to boot (500 ml for $6.29!). Another product I was looking for but believe is no longer made are the big sleeves of Shirakiku-brand teriyaki nori. I used to find it at Walmart but haven't seen it for years, nor on Amazon. Cashier service wasn't anything special as there was no greeting or gratitude. OVERALL: Broad selection of specialized groceries at competitive pricing. read more

Nijiya Market - Kagome Katsu Sauce (you'll thank me, I know it) - VN - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Nijiya Market is my favorite Japanese grocery store. It's more convenient to get here than Marukai and I like the fresh options that they have available. I could live on the spicy ahi donburi, especially for the price! Nijiya stocks all the Japanese favorites that you need to cook at home or you can get some of their ready made food to just pop into the microwave or eat fresh. read more

Nijiya always has some of the best bentos on the market for a good price. $10.99 for Hamburger Steak bento. read more

Nijiya Market - Hamburger Steak Bento. - International Grocery Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I'm so used to the inherent claustrophobia of their San Francisco store that I was gobsmacked at the sleek, spacious market I entered at the Ala Moana Center. Apparently timing was on my side because it just opened last November relocated from a nearby location that was probably a lot more like the sister markets in San Francisco (review: https://bit.ly/3Zc61uZ) and San Jose (review: https://bit.ly/3TMqZzM). The first thing I noticed was the dining area in front which allowed people to buy the prepared food in the sushi/bento sectionand eat it there. A big plus that I at least haven't seen in their other markets. What remained consistent though was the extensive stock of perishables and the high quality of the Japanese food overall. The fresh produce section was particularly impressive (photo: https://bit.ly/3z9hH7s). Familiar brand, cool find. RELATED - Exploring Hawaii? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3Kz5ksc read more

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