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    Sanko Kitchen Essentials

    4.3 (53 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 5:00 PM

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    Paris brest on my new Hasami Porcelain plate + matching mug
    Vanessa N.

    I love coming here and looking at the lovely ceramics and glassware. It's a very aesthetically pleasing store. They have items made by local artists and imported from Japan. Today I brought home a locally made soy candle, a Hasami porcelain mug, and matching plate. Definitely a great shop to check out when you're in Japantown! Plus the workers are helpful and friendly.

    Evelyn E.

    Very cute little boutique shop full of home decor, jewelry, etc. I'm glad I decided to visit it. Seems quite popular as well since it had a full house :) highly recommend ~

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    Mitzi W.

    I love all of the Japanese items in this classy store. Lots of unique pieces that anyone would be proud to own and display.

    Amy and her "mug" mug.
    Janet S.

    I was gifted two custom made mugs and I absolutely love love love them! They used pictures of my cats and made several for my gifter to choose from. I actually want all of them =). The artist was able to capture my kitties facial features and personalities beautifully! The extras go on the shelf so you might just be able to buy one with my kitties on it!! I have not gone to the shop myself but if I'm ever in the area, I will definitely pop in for a lookey-see!!

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    4.7(54 reviews)
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    Posted this on Google reviews and it got hidden to the public. I think it's important folks know…read moreabout this experience so see below: ______________________ I had such a bad experience with Mission Home which I know will look bonkers given the 5 star reviews. I was definitely persuaded by these reviews - and now will question every business that has 5 star reviews. Do your homework and don't be fooled. Project took much longer than what it should have because they were disorganized and would forget certain things (the foreman would even admit that the PM should have told me certain things!) that I would have imagined a contractor had down pat in terms of sequencing. They use some subcontractors and you are at the mercy of their schedules. They just are not organized (you will do a lot of the reminding, checking in, following up, and certain things still may not happen). They failed inspections meaning more cost (it is their job to pass these! It says this in any contract!) If it seemed as though I was questioning something, the PM got defensive and sometimes unprofessional, gaslighting me in a very aggressive manner. I saved the communication, in fact. The people I worked with directly were young and it showed in the almost-too-casual style of communication and lack of professionalism. I surrendered towards the end and just wanted the project done and everyone gone. I feel completely foolish that I went with the significantly higher estimate thinking it would offer a smooth, superior experience. The actual people who did the work worked hard though and did nice work - hence the two stars. But at the end of the day, it's actually hard to enjoy the work as I am reminded by the months of bad experiences - up to the very end. You can find more experienced contractors out there for equal quality of workmanship and for a more competitive price. I am using a different contractor now for other work at the property - it's a 180 degree difference - they have a dedicated team for my project, meaning time to completion is more accurate and on time; they have a dedicated person to procure the finishes and fixtures, not myself; they are way more organized and even provided me a timeline of what to expect and communicate with me what time they are showing up and what progress was made that day (!!); they are bringing a truly expert eye with attention to detail that ELEVATES the space and are teaching me to ask things I didn't even know I should KNOW to ask; and most importantly, I feel truly comfortable asking questions without defensiveness and aggressive steamrolling in their answers. I received none of this level of care or expertise with MHR, and I want you to know that you should expect these things!!!

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