The word wow comes to mind!!!!…read more I would encourage anyone to at least go inside this store and ask a few questions. You will be pleasantly surprised by all that you can learn in such a short time. If you're passionate about ink, calligraphy, anything that has to do with writing, specialized, stationary, cards made by local artists may be even by one of the employees for a variety of occasions. This is the place to come. My description is only a brief list of the Services and products that they offer. Fernanda it's not only knowledgeable, but definitely the pen expert in the building. She kindly and patiently explained to me the differences between length, width, color and materials when it comes to penmanship. I had the pleasure of also utilizing their gift wrapping services, which is also something I highly recommend. They have some wonderful choices in the store, but you can also bring your own, which I definitely did. I love how all the prices are clearly labeled for every item even the smallest of attachments. This let someone immediately know the value of an item and what is required to obtain the goals for a project that someone is pursuing.

Can I just buy everything in this store? The selection of stationery, paper pads, organizers, pens,…read morepencils and cards is over the top amazing! I love that the beautiful store is organized by color (I'm very type A) making it so easy to find exactly what you need. Prices are comparable to other high end stationers and the quality of the paper goods are outstanding. I was helped by Fernanda, who was so lovely and went out of her way to find me the perfect lined pad for every day use. I'll definitely be back!

Love, Love this gift shop. It is popular with both locals and tourists. Great location just steps…read moreaway from the Hermosa Pier and surrounded by many eateries and coffee shops. Metered street parking near by. And remember free street parking for a couple of weeks prior to Christmas. Check out the darling kids corner with unique games, books, activity books and more. Curious has a wonderful jewelry corner highlighting local artist, Dana's, jewelry. SHuge selection of necklaces, bracelets and earrings-all hypoallergenic nickle free. Unique card selection as well as home decor and more. You will always be greeted with a smile and offered free gift wrapping. Oh and don't forget to join their Curious mailing list to earn points.

Stumbled upon this cute gift shop while exploring Hermosa and Im so happy I did! Their welcome sign…read moresays "come in, we're high" and I knew I was in for a treat lol! Cute stationary, hilarious greeting cards, home decor, jewelry, and so many gift options. We had fun just walking around, browsing, and laughing at the funny things they had. I was actually looking for a buddha statue for either my home or my office and they had some here. We love that. Everything was fairly priced and the staff were friendly too. Definitely check Curious out if you're in the area - I'm already tempted to go back for a few things that caught my eye.

I love this store, located inside the Mitsuwa market. It offers a great selection of books, pens,…read morestickers, traveler's Notebooks, and many gift items. You can also find Japanese manga and other unique Japanese goods. Their always excellent selection includes blank books, journals, plushies, and cute tote bags. Also, some T-shirts, mugs, mood rings, and coffee mugs. I came in for adult coloring books. Immediately next door, you'll find a market specializing in all Japanese foods and sundry items. This includes fresh sushi to go and shops featuring all kinds of Japanese fast food. After shopping, you can enjoy a meal there--shop, then eat: it's a great plan. Friendly service. Easy to park!

So this is the 3rd kinokuniya branch I visited and this is the smallest branch. The good thing…read moreabout this location is that it's by mitsuwa supermarket. The location also has a small food court area with a selection of various Japanese stalls. Since it's a smaller branch the selection is less. But if you want to go to a Japanese bookstore, grocery and eat some Japanese food - this location has all 3.

Lets talk about this shop--cuz wow…read more First off the staff, kind, efficient and helpful (kind that makes you feel welcomed and not rushed). Mellow, thoughtful vibes. The items? Literally things I didn't need...until I saw them. Notebooks, pens, rulers, keychains, clipboards, planners, stationery, and every kind of writing tool that was not on the list, yet clearly destined to come home with me. CONFESSION: I'm that friend who gets emotionally attached to pens . I'll walk into a stationery store "to browse" and leave with two FULL bags of pens, paper, and things I didn't know I needed five minutes ago. I own multiples of the same items (pens, pencils, notebooks, and paper accessories) and feel zero shame. Seriously they're kinda like tools for clarity! The shop isn't huge, but I could easily spend three hours there. They even make custom products, which feels sorta dangerous for someone like me. I don't know what else to say except: just go. Buy your supplies here. Write someone a letter. Treat yourself. Cinco stars.

LOVE this store! Great variety of all things stationery, they have planners, pens, storage items,…read morestickers, and even miscellaneous home items such as candles and more. I've gone a few times and items are frequently updated which is great, a little on the pricier side but items are high quality so that is expected. The store is located at the Row DTLA. Parking is super easy and there's plenty of parking at the lot. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!

If I could leave negative stars I would…read more I've been a regular customer at Paper Plant for a while, but my last experience was incredibly frustrating. On my recent visit, I picked out several items and was ready to check out when I asked if I could purchase the paper vase and flower that were on display. It seemed like a simple request--especially since I was already buying multiple things and was clearly a paying customer. Instead of trying to help, the staff asked three different managers, and every single one just said "no." No explanation, no attempt to offer an alternative, and no effort to make the sale. It felt less like customer service and more like rigid rule-following for the sake of saying no. What makes it even more frustrating is that everything in the store is already very expensive. When customers are willing to spend that kind of money, you would expect at least a little flexibility or effort to accommodate a reasonable request. Retail should be about helping customers and making sales, not turning away people who are literally trying to buy your products. Walking out after that interaction was frustrating and disappointing. After that experience, I won't be coming back. Blocked.

Cute selection of stationary, pens and stickers!…read more I love picking up coffee next door and buying my essentials from here. Including any last minute gifts. They will wrap it for you!

Shoooootttttt you betta ASK SOMEBODY!! This place is on my top 3 of Stationary Stores that I…read morevisited over this past weekend (August 3rd & 4th) Fawn provided absolutely outstanding customer service. The ambiance of the store dictates the price in a lot of cases... not to mention that rent is going up for these little Independent shops so if you come to any of the (most recent) stationary stores I have reviewed keep in mind that we aren't saving pennies nor price comparing to Amazon. You are getting lively passionate conversation, gorgeous organized displays, gift wrapping services and you can tell care was given to the selection of items to sell in this quaint store. Definitely come check them out if you are looking at nice gifts or you simply wish to treat yourself. Respectfully Reviewed.

It's great to see this new location for the great gift store in the Mar Vista area. We can really…read moreuse it as there is nothing else like it. The young girl but working behind the desk was helpful and they have a great assortment of items. If you need that great card or unusual gift this is a good place to come. I wish them the best in the new location at McLaughlin and Washington Place. Glad to see you in the area!

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

Fantastically curated selection!…read more I've been looking for a shop where I can get stationary and knick-knacks without driving all the way to Torrance or Culver City. This place is great and the staff are super friendly.

Very cute, well curated selection of items. They have everything from incense, artisanal food like…read morejarred sauces, dish wear, and art. You're bound to find the perfect gift for a friend or adorable hair clip you didn't know you'd love. Staff is friendly and helpful. There is a lot of items in the well organized store. They often bring in new items so there are always new things to discover.

This charming gift shop is the perfect place to purchase stationary, candles, jewelry, cards, baby…read moregifts, and other quirky and cute gems. It's giving Paper Source Vibes, but is unique because it's locally owned. I went to find a gift for someone and ended up buying a gift for myself because I have no self-control when it comes to cute things. So when I saw the Punch the Monkey sticker I had to buy it and I stand by that decision.

Very nice gift shop. Has everything that you could get for a person. Books, greeting cards,…read morestationery items, baby items, Ayala teas, Savon bath products, etc. Service was kind, and I had come in for the 3rd Annual Stationery Store Day crawl; this was their first year participating. I was happy to see that they had the official SSD merchandise too. There is a parking garage within easy walking distance. Respectfully Reviewed.

This is the main Kinokuniya I go to, and it's where I usually special‑order all my Japanese…read morebooks--Hobby Japan mooks like *Gundam Weapons*, *Gundam Forward*, HJ Mechanics, plus Hyper Rev and *Option* car magazines. I don't really browse much anymore; I just bring them the ISBN and they take care of everything. They're super fast, they email and call when the order comes in, and the books always show up in perfect condition. Since each Kinokuniya is basically its own franchise, every store has a different vibe. This one leans more toward stationery and gifts than a huge selection of Japanese books or magazines. It's a great date spot, but not really the place to dig for rare anime or manga collectibles. The space is smaller than some of the other LA locations, and with Animate nearby, they don't carry every item you might expect. If you want something specific, just order ahead and use their buying service--it's the move.

I came here for the Sonny Angel!! Yesterday on Friday…read more1/16/2025, I am treating myself to buy one Sonny Angel happy birthday for myself as my early bday present. This bookstore is fun and cool you can find lot of japanese or kawaii item that you will not see anywhere else. They have an amazing selection on amines, plushies, books, blind boxes, stationery, and many mores cool items, and the staff were very nice. Super organized, and the inside is so cute and cozy. I can't wait for my next visit to shopping!!