This spot is an absolute gem! Tadaima is a Japanese/Black-American owned company with a variety of unique clothing, jewelry, home goods, and more.
My friend and I booked an Ikebana class online through their website and had such an amazing experience. This was our first time doing Ikebana, and while it was definitely challenging to balance and arrange the flowers, the workers and owners were all so helpful and fun throughout the process.
The inside of the store is super vibey (there's also a pottery and coffee shop surrounding Tadaima), and I loved everything about the décor and setup. Speaking of the owners and workers, everyone here was incredibly kind and welcoming. My heart was so full when I was able to speak Japanese with the owners; it's not every day that I get to speak my mother tongue with someone who isn't a family member!
There isn't much parking directly in front of the store, but there is plenty of street parking on E 8 1/2 Street.
If you're looking for something fun to do in the Houston area, definitely check out Tadaima! For events, be sure to look at their website to learn more about their jazz nights, Japanese vinyl nights, and more. And if you have extra time, check out their sister store, Onli, located on Providence Street (just 10 minutes away from Tadaima)! read more