When you want to enjoy Japan in socal Hot food was hot and flavorful ... freshly made cause they run out Chicken juicy and crunchy Rib yummy Noodles texture good Rice curry taste better with side of meat Potato cake tasty Shrimp vegi fry yes Octopus ball always good Eel sushi big Sashimi fresh Custard bread filled and good There is also microwaves two if you want o heat stuff up Also they make hot food there are 3-5 restaurants like a little plaza Bought shampoo and gifts and socks and eye mask So much to look and shop People were quick and helpful Clean and organized read more

Tokyo Central & Main - International Grocery Near Me - Gardena, California

LOVE this Tokyo central location. Pros: -Compared to the other locations, this store feels more spacious because it has less foot traffic. -this location has produce bags as low as $1.49 the bag for old (nearly expired) or ugly looking produce. This is an absolute steal! Who cares how the fruit/vegetable looks like? Cons: -As of May 2026, the location is under construction so the food court area is closed off. -The smaller location defiantly carries less items which is to be expected. So don't be surprised if you cannot find everything in your grocery list. -less check out stalls which can be an issue if the store has a lot of people inside read more

I've been going to this location for many years now and I always am able to find most of the items I'm looking for. There's a sweets, noodles, drinks, refrigerated, frozen, and bento section. They also have a row of nothing but Japanese tea, a meat and produce area, and an area with discounted items. They have a small selection of rice, snacks, and beauty/body care products. In a corner of the store there's a bunch of anime, Sanrio, and other Japanese toys. In another corner they have a Beard Papa's, a meat bun place and a bakery. It's a pretty big store with lots of options that's located conveniently in a neighborhood off of Redondo Beach Blvd. Parking is normally easy to find, but when major holiday's are coming up it can be really crowded. Service is always nice and helpful. I've never had a problem. Oh and I think it changes every week, but the staff hides Don Penguin - If you find him I think you get a free candy or something. read more

This place is abit off vibe then the one in OC. Stopped by to get some snack upon it opens but it just didn't feel warm or welcome vibe at all. The place has a huge parking lot so it helps but it's not quite clean both outside and inside. Also not well organized as I expected as in OC (nice and neat). The food hall used to have a lot of vendor, now just less than a handful. The market itself is less impressive and as I walked by the fruits & veggies...not quite impressed at all. Not quite fresh or well stack. Found what I was looking for so I got and pay with nice white cashier and I left. read more

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If you only have 10 seconds to read this review, then here's my recommendation: This is a great place to buy eggs! At this writing, their eggs are 499 a dozen, which is cheaper than most major supermarkets. But that's not the major reason, the main reason is there eggs are great quality. But if you have more time, or much more time, then this is a huge store of Japanese groceries, toys, cosmetics, and knickknacks. The store has huge selections of everything you could imagine for the house. Japanese vegetables and food items are their specialties. Staff is eager to help, and efficient. Store is well organized and clean. Prices are fairly reasonable, though I feel they are slightly higher than Daiso. read more

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The biggest Japanese market in California. Didn't disappoint. Felt like a smaller Don Quixote with Japanese kitchen supplies, beauty products, and some toys. They have a great selection of Japanese and Asian food products. They have fresh warm food as well and bakery/pastries products. Totally worth visiting. read more

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Perfect place for all your favorites. The sushi is always fresh and there are plenty of options. You can always ask the staff for help finding something and they are extremely nice. There's also plenty of smaller food options inside. They have a great outside seating area as well. read more

Tokyo Central & Main - International Grocery Near Me - Gardena, California

This was my first time here, but I was happy to see such a large store with various Japanese and Hawaiian goods, as well as other Asian foods and cookware. There were games for kids and adults, as well as Shohei Otani shirts in honor of the Dodger player. One drawback, was the lack of shopping carts though, as there are only nine carts for shopping. I guess the carts can get in the way, and are often stolen, so it kind of makes sense to just use hand-held baskets. For the elderly though, this could be difficult to manage, as canned foods and other products can get pretty heavy. read more

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Once upon a time, this Faerie Queen was excited to try a new location. This is a smaller, every day market. The fruits and vegetable were ok, but much was over ripe and/or lacked selection. We happily found the snacks, breads, rice, and rice maker we were looking for on our trek. The end. read more

This is one of my most favorite Tokyo Central stores in the SoCal region. It is located in a quieter neighborhood area of Gardena where the food court has 2 of my favorite stores and parking is really easy. I usually make it a point to come trek over here once a week. Saturday is a great day to buy bread from MamMoth Bakery, pork bun from Nikumanya, haul away liters of drinks, other essentials like mirin, my favorite snacks from the extensive snack aisle and houseware from the middle. I was so happy to find a perfect sized bowl with intricate duck designs recently here. It has become our household favorite. My dogs know exactly what they are getting when I whip out the duck bowls. Treat time!I can never stop marveling at all the knick knacks I find in the beauty aisle. I found a cooling body wash I loved using during the summer time. The customer service here is always wonderful too. I had a hard time finding cough drops and the employee there was more than happy to find me one that would fit my needs. I dislike super cooling sensation in my throat and ones that tastes like medicine. She showed me a milder peach flavored one that was perfect for the occasion. Another time, the older gentleman helped me find some empty boxes so I can put all the drinks in my trunk without it getting knocked over like bowling pins. He didn't have to help me, but was more than happy to locate some boxes for my convenience. Overall, I like how the layout of the store creates better customer traffic flow. It is also well lit and easy to navigate the area. There is no bumping into other customers or feeling crowded. Time feels slower here in a good way and I never feel that urge to get the essentials and leave as fast as I can. After visiting several Tokyo Central locations in recent times, I'm looking forward to returning to this particular Tokyo Central store to complete my weekly haul again. read more

This supermarket is heaven for Japanse treats. I wish it is closer to my house, they have everything from ramen, to donut, to matcha flavored pastries. Such a fun place to walk around and I guarantee you will want to splurge more than needed if you step into here. Everything looks so good. Very Organized and clean place, super nice Staffs read more

Tokyo Central & Main - Variety of pastries - International Grocery Near Me - Gardena, California

I still pass by this store and every time I think back on what happened the day I decided not to ever come back again. I decided to check the reviews on Yelp and Google, and apparently this store and whoever they have employed are still up to the same negative uncalled for treatment. The review below mines in the screenshots was made 3 months ago. There are still several previous reviews too a year or so back that also express similar instances happening to them. I don't know what training is done for your employees and security, but it's crap. A running tendency is that even though a few in the 1* reviews have asked if they broke any law and would be willing to correct themselves, the security guard just shakes his head then continuing to stalk them after. Sign about no large bags? Reasonable. Yet somehow letting people in with large bags then randomly following even people who didnt break the rules? Very weird behavior. So yeah, never coming here still. Tokyo Central Gardena has a larger selection of things and Tokyo Central Torrance, despite it being small, has a variety that makes the store "big" in its own way. To anyone reading, your trips to those stores will not be wasted. Don't come to this store because one day even if you feel safe enough to be a regular goer, something in the heads of those working there will ticktick and spontaneously bam! They'll just sic security to follow you, the employees will look at you with such disgust as if you are a strange thing that shouldn't be there, and the whole time it will never be explained to you what you've done wrong. read more

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Interesting market. I love the amount of Asian food and drinks items they have. Picked out 2 Sojus and 3 sakes at different price points to do a tasting at home. The energy of this place is a bit low in comparison to the two tierd Tokyo Central & Main. I would go back to this one, but it would be more for an in and out experience rather than enjoying my time and looking through each aisle as I would do for the other location. read more

I am a frequent shopper at this store for years. Luckily I have not run into any issues (*knock on wood*) as I have read some of the negative feedback. This location is pretty organized and stocked with a lot of items. I mainly come here for their dry goods, and vegetables. I like that they have a section for unwanted fruits and vegetables for affordable prices for people like me who can't afford much. They are almost nearly going bad but most of them are still salvageable and decent quality and condition. They also sell a ton of merchandise and licensed products and brands on the side. A quick go-to for conveniency. read more

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My favorite Asian Market. Always a pleasure shopping here when I'm in the area visiting family and freinds. The have lots of products from Hawaii that you can't find in grocery store. read more

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I've seen the evolution of this place from Marukai to now and glad they are still surviving! I haven't been to the restaurant at the 2nd level but it is on my list. It can be busy on the weekends but the weekdays are the perfect time to explore this place! They sell a lot of great especially their cosmetic area! Their ready to eat is always a great section. If you haven't been, please go! There is something for everyone! read more

I have heard of this spot many times. I never had the chance to visit this spot. And the reality, I have passed by this spot many times. I never notice this grocery store. I wish I could have come hear more ofter in the past. What I love about this is all the variety of Japanese food (cooked and non cooked) and other items. I am Latino. I was amazed of all the stuff they have. I will be coming back for more. Love it here. read more

Tokyo Central & Main - It was my first time buying groceries here - International Grocery Near Me - Gardena, California

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One of the most unique grocery stores I have been to. They have everything you need and then some. Every time I go this stoe it's very clean and friendly. I enjoy their cold food section and occasionally an ice cream sandwich. The hot food is really good,I like the wings. I also like sushi too! read more

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I've been to other locations but this one takes the cake!!! The food selection both hot and cold is extensive and delicious. The popcorn chicken with Yuzu Aioli dipping sauce was amazing and the takoyaki was made fresh to order with exquisite flavor and presentation. The croissant taiyaki was also fresh to order and with perfectly balanced sweetness. If you're going to Tokyo Central the trip to this location will blow your mind! read more

Tokyo Central & Main - Croissant Taiyaki - International Grocery Near Me - Gardena, California

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I am extremely disappointed and still deeply hurt by what happened to me at this store -- and by the silence that followed. I submitted a detailed review and reached out directly to the store, but management has ignored my message completely. No apology, no acknowledgment. Nothing. During that visit, I was simply shopping for groceries with my husband -- like any normal customer. I've never caused any problems here. I was quiet, respectful, and doing what all customers do: browsing products. But instead of being treated with basic decency, I was monitored, hovered around, and followed by multiple staff members as though I were a criminal. It was obvious, excessive, and deeply humiliating. As an Asian woman, I know exactly what this was: racial profiling. I was treated with suspicion for no reason other than the way I look. No matter how respectfully I carried myself or how normal my behavior was, they saw me as a suspect -- not a shopper. The way staff members circled around me, watched my every move, and hovered just a few feet away while pretending to "check inventory" was not subtle -- it was targeted. It made me feel unsafe and dehumanized. I am a loyal customer, a professional educator, and someone who contributes to my community. Yet in this store, I was treated like I didn't belong. That is unacceptable. To the management: your refusal to even acknowledge my message shows exactly why this behavior continues. Silence enables discrimination. Ignoring me doesn't erase what your employees did -- it only proves that Tokyo Central refuses to hold itself accountable. To other customers, especially people of color: if this has happened to you here, know that you're not alone. Our experiences matter. And I will continue to speak up until people are treated fairly, with respect -- regardless of what they look like. read more

I like this location compared to the other one found on Marukai St because parking is ample and I never have to fight for it. It's generally less crowded as well, so if you want a stress-free open environment come here. I think the inventory is pretty much the same as the other location, but sometimes I hit up both just because I like leisurely browsing. They have a different set of restaurants in their food court which is nice. I need to hit up the Beard Papa's and new Ramen place. My husband and I just grabbed a UCC coffee and yuzu salad dressing on our last visit. Sometimes I'll do my main shopping here, but other times I'll just grab snacks. I've never had to wait long to check out, and the cashiers are always quick and kind! read more

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The young lady Jennifer, that checked me out was rude and inconsiderate. I tried to dish called chicken teriyaki Baowitch! A little spicy so beware.I felt like I was actually in Japan read more

I was going to buy a bunch of food since I live far from this location. It is now 7:30 pm on a Saturday (08-06-2025) and there is no Ice for the perishables. I usually buy a substantial amount of food (around $70-$100) I asked if they can get me ice and they said no. There were three people working the registers and none of them were willing to get us some ice. This place is full of lazy workers. read more

I came to this location many years ago when it was called something else. Either way this store is very impressive. They have upgraded the second floor that has a small restaurant now. There are all sorts of things you can buy fresh like sushi, inari and more. There are many aisles of drinks and snacks. It can get pretty busy and parking can be hit or miss but this is such an upgrade and I hope to come back again. read more

Tokyo Central is awesome. This one is on the smaller side so I wouldn't do my main grocery shopping here but it still has great options! So many types of ramen & curry all in one place lol. The cashiers are also friendly & fast. Parking is super available here as well & there are great ready-to-eat options in the back corner. read more

Tokyo Central & Main - cutie vday options! - International Grocery Near Me - Gardena, California

Loveeeeeeeee this international grocery store. Reminds me of the times I have spent in Japan and it is the only place I can get my Georgia coffee fix. I can buy the big bag of Hi-Chews here now that my son loves them. It is always clean, plenty of parking available and they have clean restrooms in store as well. Yes, certain things might be pricey since they come from overseas but in my opinion it is worth it. Glad to be a regular here! read more

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Store is clean and well organized! Staff are great at check out. They have some good sales. Produce is fresh!

I actually coming to this location over the other Tokyo Central. Its a bit more organized and spacious. They have more home appliance and anime stuff too which is so fun to look at. The service is nice and quick. The market items are a bit pricey. I like this location for their parking and more options of home appliances. Def will be back read more

Tokyo Central & Main - International Grocery Near Me - Gardena, California

I love coming to this market! I noticed that this is one of the only locations that accept EBT, the other location near here does not. I'll have to take note of that for next time but each store definitely has their own variety of snacks that I haven't seen at others. read more

The quick grab and go section is A-OK! Currently for 4.99, they have an individually packaged spaghetti meals that a family member is a fan of. Sometimes, I pick up a tuna sandwich (branded as Joanna's) for only 3.99. A bit on the dry side but, I just add either mayo or mustard at home. They've got a selection of sushi and bento meals. As with the current inflation, the bento meals have increased in price. They have a sign up disclosing that due to safety of their staff, they've decreased production. There was only one day that they didn't have what I was looking for. If you are vegetarian, there are not much options in this section but, good pescatarian options like the salmon, brown rice, and veggies. They have a section of Hawaiian products ranging from sauces, pancake mixes, Hawaiian Sun drinks, nuts, chocolates, cookies, and more. Not a fan of the produce here though. Months ago, made a purchase that went bad quickly. The store has lots of cute Japanese toys and anime products. The novelty area even has costumes year round! The tiny food court options have often changed over the years. What has been constant are Mammoth Bakery, Nikuman-ya, and Beard Papa. The cashiers are mostly polite and the security guards have been courteous to me. There was one time I saw the guard helping a customer with a cart. 3.5 stars, rounded down to 3! read more

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The sashimi at this store consistently appears to have missed removal of expired products, to put it bluntly it often looks half rotten. Placing a 20 percent of sticker on it doesn't cut it. People can get sick eating it. Then there is the bags of half rotten fruits and vegetables, moldy oranges and browning cabbage. Really? They should be composted. The chicken wings and small drumb sticks in the refrigerated section actually looked gray. Aren't they afraid of product liability? If someone ate it they would definitely get sick and t central can be sued. It's not worth sacrificing 50 cents in profits. I once did buy a 20 percent off salmon, brought it home, opened it up and the stench was so bad it made me vomit. Especially for the prices you charge? read more

This store definitely has a little bit of everything. It has snacks that I like, a good grocery selection, and of course, one of the things I come here for is the milk tea cans. This place definitely catches your eye, and I like to take my time when shopping here. Another great thing about it is the sauces I find to cook with at home. It really changes the game when I like to make Japanese or Korean style food. read more

Tokyo Central & Main - Lunch time! - International Grocery Near Me - Gardena, California

Let me begin by disclaiming that I love Tokyo Central (both locations) for their convenience and access to authentic Japanese products. TC&M is the smaller market and has fewer grocery items than the bigger store about a mile or so away. It will have most of your Japanese grocery staples but for a bigger variety or more niche items, the bigger store is where you want to go. In addition to foods, it also has a small sections for random Japanese toys (anime figures, plushies, puzzles, stationery), small Japanese kitchen appliances (rice cookers, shabu shabu pots, charcoal grills), and Japanese toiletries (hair and skin products). The bigger store again has more variety and brands. The benefits of this smaller store is that it's usually less crowded and is quicker to get in and out. Aside from the selection, TC&M also has different stores in its food court area than the larger TC plus it sits in a plaza where there are abundant restaurants and eateries. After 730 or 800pm, you will find their daily prepared and packaged food items/meals on discount for 20% off. So I'll often stop by to see what's been marked down to grab for dinner. The service is usually very good so never any complaints there. As many items are Japanese imports, these items are Japan Prices + import fees so some stuff may be pricy... but I've come to expect that. read more

There are so many Japanese snacks and food there. There's also a small foodcourt. Takoyaki and okonomiyaki are delicious. Matcha latte is must try! The store is kinda outdated and unorganized. read more

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I love this location. More quiet and less crowed. Great selection. But I wish they had a better food court. Thank you

OMG what a hidden gem!!! Ya see if you don't know Gardena, ya wouldn't know about this place. Gardena has a significant Japanese population & along Western Ave you'll find so many hidden gems in what is known as the freeway city. This Tokyo Central is much different than the other stores in the area & the ones in OC. For starters, it's hidden off of Redondo Bch Blvd in a rather large plaza that could be easily overlooked - don't miss the turn! Like mentioned in other Yelp reviews, this one is more product focused, which is awesome for people like me!! Unfortunately I don't care for the majority of Japanese food (don't like fish/seafood) & but gimme all the Wagyu beef please! Don't get me wrong... you can still buy food here! But there's definitely more non food items. I came here because I am I love with Japanese products. Everything skincare related is definitely high quality & worth the money. There's a nice dish section, appliances (hello $300 Zojirushi rice cooker!!!), foot care aisle, Hawaiian snacks, & lots of plushies!!! Not too sure why people are complaining about the security guard? I brought my own bag in & was using it to carry stuff I ended up paying for, not once was I questioned. Don't be scared to come here hungry, there's a small food court & other restaurants in the plaza to take care of those cravings! read more

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Great selection of beauty products here compared to mine in SD. I wasn't so impressed with their food selections though.

I had a work meeting out this way and seized the opportunity to stop by here afterwards to stock up on mochi, tofu, Japanese curry mix, rice crackers, Calpico, shrimp chips, and sushi. I don't go to Asian markets very often so it was fun to go through the aisles. Stuff does add up fast! I like this location better than the Torrance location. I'm looking forward to my next visit in a couple of months after my next work meeting. read more

II liked Marukai a lot and am sorry to see them replaced. Tokyo central is pretty cool, a food hall and market in one location which seems to be a trend these days, with respect to "ethnic" foods in SoCal. More gift shop than foodie spot in my opinion. Next time im looking for that ramen ingredient or that Wagyu beef I know where to find it. read more

A smaller Tokyo Central than other locations so selection will be more limited, but you can still find a lot of produce, meats, frozen food, household goods, beauty products, gifts, canned goods, and other Japense ingredients! There is free parking in the shared lot. read more