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    4.3 (962 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Janice A.

    This place isn't that close by so when I go here I grab alot of things to last me till the next visit. I wish they had one closer to SF Valley. Mitsuwa is the next closest thing but Tokyo Central is my go to. You can find a lot of good quality or close to authentic products from Japan. Enployees don't really bother you until you go to the section they work and they greet you. Great place , very inviting , lots of products and variety. When you get inside you gotta plan what you want cause there's a lot of distractions. High recommend this place.

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    Alizul Z.

    Tokyo Central feels like stepping into a dimension that teleports you straight to Japan! They carry almost every product imaginable from imported rice to sashimi grade fresh fish, and I was able to find a unique sesame mayo sauce that I've been hunting for forever! They also had my favorite fun snack, the pizza flavored Calbee brand pizza chips. The experience is just as good as the selection, they were giving out tons of free samples like super sour Japanese gummy's, sweet strawberries and grilled beef. If you're hungry, there's a food court on the first floor that serves Japanese curry, dumplings, and other goodies as well as as they sit down sushi restaurant located upstairs. you could spend an entire day here eating and exploring. My only critique was that the cashier was incredibly slow. She seemed to be scanning each item in slow motion and would pause several times to simply gaze into the distance as if thinking deep thoughts. Another thing was that it was very, very crowded. There were moments where I felt a little overwhelmed with how many people were around me. I recommend coming on a weekday on a slow morning, other than that I will definitely be returning!

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    Vee P.

    This is my favorite Tokyo Central location and I've been coming here since I discovered its many years ago. The store is always clean and well stocked, and the employees are friendly. This store has a lot of traffic so I never had to worry about expired items like certain other locations. My favorite things to get here are their premium beef and a specific sesame oil that only they carry. Ample parking in a large lot.

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    Katherine P.

    They have everything Japanese from candy, snacks, ramen, alcohol, home items, beauty products. You name it they probably got it. You can't help but throw things in your cart so you can try it. We were looking for a specific sake and we definitely found it here. But walked away with so much more. We went late at night so a lot of the prepared to go hot foods were gone but they have a sushi restaurant on the second floor.

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    Maricel P.

    This Tokyo Central was a lot bigger than the previous one I visited. I honestly believe Bakersfield needs something like this. I would be a frequent visitor if we had a Tokyo Central. This is basically a Japanese grocery store; however, they carry other Asian products as well. If you have never visited a Tokyo Central then you need to go. There's just so much that you want to grab and buy as soon as you walk in. They literally have super low priced already made food items. They have so much to choose from just from the already cooked items that it gets pretty overwhelming since there's just so much to choose. That's not all! They have tons of other things. From noodles, to 15 different kinds of sake, to so many different cuts of meat, to fresh Asian produce, different Asian snacks and so much more. If you're like me and come from a place that doesn't have a big Asian store like this, you're gonna be super overwhelmed and want to buy everything.

    Fresh (not frozen) bluefin tuna sushi.
    Lorna K.

    On today's visit, unfortunately the lack of service at checkout is waning. They do not bag your groceries. They just hand you the bag and you end up bagging your own groceries. There is a wide selection of items, but it seems like the service is starting to be less than excellent. The ambience is still good. The assortment is great. I wish they would just talk to their checks out clerks that they also need to bag our groceries. That's part of their job, isn't it?

    Olivia H.

    This place is so much fun! We stopped by during our LA trip and had a great time browsing. I loved that they sell Japanese Coke that's known for helping with digestion and dieting. They also had a great selection of New Year's items, along with ready to eat food and many others. The store was clean and well organized, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Overall, it was an enjoyable stop and definitely worth checking out.

    Helen H.

    We came here in the morning and it wasn't too crowded. The store is quite big at 45,000 square feet. There is a sushi restaurant upstairs and a small food court. I wanted to eat at the food court, but they didn't open until later in the day. Bummer. We grabbed some sushi to snack on instead. There is a variety of packaged options.

    Camille G.

    Who would have thought you could find such solid sushi inside a supermarket? I decided to give it a try and ended up being really impressed. Everything looked incredibly fresh, and you can actually see the sushi chefs preparing the rolls right there, which makes a big difference. The fish tasted clean and fresh, the rice was nicely seasoned, and the rolls were put together with care. They also offer 20% off sushi after 5pm, which makes it an even better reason to stop by. It's a great option when you're already grocery shopping but want something quick, fresh, and satisfying without paying full restaurant prices. What stood out most was the attention and consistency from the sushi chefs behind the counter. They kept everything stocked with freshly made rolls and clearly take pride in what they're serving. Definitely a great little find. If you're in the store and craving sushi, this spot is absolutely worth grabbing a roll or two.

    One of my favorites!
    Cyn L.

    This is a nice market in Gardena which has been at this location as long as I can remember. What I like most is being able to buy local Hawaiian food items such as Portuguese sausage and Lau Lau's. Although prices are double what I would pay when in Honolulu, I understand that shipping these items over can be expensive. They also have a nice selection of mochi and produce is varied and fresh. There's also a meat and seafood section. Take out sushi is freshly made, and are discounted before closing. Upstairs is Waka Sakura, a fairly newer restaurant which serves sushi and other small plate items. We've been there a number of times and enjoyed their selections.

    Tamara T.

    I was visiting family close by and needed to pick up some mochi flour for a TikTok waffle recipe and Tokyo Central was she last place I remember finding this flour. I've been to their Yorba Linda location, but the Gardena location is the spot! Tons of fresh sushi at the deli, so many eateries throughout the store and every Japanese food product you can think of. They also have a health & beauty section and a stationary section! I left with 2 boxes of mochi flour, 3 shrimp rice balls and a plate of poke from the deli. If you're hungry and need something fresh and fast, Tokyo Central is where to go. Everything is beautifully prepared, the employees are all very helpful and it feels like a much more fun shopping experience than going to a normal grocery store. If you can't afford to go to Japan right now, just go to Tokyo Central for an hour and you'll feel a little better.

    Japan finds (except for the mapo tofu sauce)
    Melinda Q.

    I mean where do I even begin after seeing their array of fresh sushi displayed by the front entrance? Normally, I would not take a chance on supermarket/gas station sushi but after just one glance at their bluefin tuna assortment, I was sold and in disbelief quite frankly. I felt like I was stepping back into a Family Mart or 7-11 in Japan after seeing so many familiar products here. The drive stunk but it's well worth it especially since I get to have lunch at one of their multiple food stalls within - Kagura has the best katsu even though I'm no expert to be giving such an opinion. I can't wait to come back and try the sushi restaurant on the 2nd floor.

    Jennifer B.

    I love this store for so many reasons but the number one reason is, we don't have a store like this within 100 miles of Fresno. Tokyo Central is always busy, but the aisles are big enough it never feels cramped. The store is laid out in a very easy to navigate way, but if you go around it clockwise you might be in there longer than anticipated. Make sure you have a list! We usually stock up on Japanese snacks, but you can literally buy anything there. Last time we went I bought a hibachi for the back porch. This time my sister got makeup, toothpaste and a set of lucky cats! After a long stroll around the store there are several cafes to the far left and upstairs there is a sushi restaurant. For every $100 you set pens you can get a free token to play the UFO catchers, but I'll be honest, it's hard to win. Overall it's totally worth a trip just for the shopping experience but we usually plan a visit when we're all ready going to LA v

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    Are there any good vegan mock meats?

    Do they have any chestnuts, I know theyre starting to come in season and really want to roast some!?

    I don't know

    Do they provide ice for your groceries?

    they do not

    What's the name of the new restautant on the 2nd floor?

    Waka Sakura

    Does the food court stay open until the grocery store closes?

    No - I believe they close earlier.

    Do they accept ebt?

    Yes, they do.

    Do they sell adjustable bookcases?

    Do they sell floor mattresses/Shikifuton?

    I don't think so

    Do they sell poké?

    They have poke bowl, but I don't recall seeing poke at the sashimi area

    Do you still have a large selection of Hawaiian products? Do your other stores (West LA etc) have the same selection of Hawaiian products?

    Can't speak to other stores, but this Tokyo Central has more than an aisle of purely Hawaiian goods

    Don't we need membership cards anymore? I still keep it, but I haven't been asked for it. Should I keep it for something?

    Hello, the membership cards are no longer needed since we now offer everyday low prices. Thank you for asking, many customers have held on to them as well but it's just a souvenir now!

    Is the phone number listed correct? I've been calling so many times but does not get answered at all.

    Hi Yoshi, Thank you for your question. I'm sorry that you haven't received an answer when trying… Read more

    Is there an elevator to get to the 2nd floor, or just stairs?

    Yes, there is an elevator.

    Do they sell poi here?

    Hi Gennie J., Thank you very much for your question.… Read more

    Hi! Do you have the shiseido collagen drink?

    Hi Michelle, Thank you for your question! Unfortunately, we currently do not carry Shiseido… Read more

    If I order groceries for pickup via Instacart, do I have to go into the store or is there curbside pickup?

    Good afternoon, Thank you for your question. When our customers order products through the… Read more

    Do you accept ebt?

    Hi Samantha, Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, our Tokyo Central and Marukai stores do… Read more

    Do u carry haiykuu anime items?

    Good afternoon Jocelyn, Thank you very much for your question. Unfortunately, we do not carry any… Read more

    Do they sell fresh Prawns?

    Good afternoon Paloma, Thank you very much for your question. Our Gardena location currently… Read more

    What time is the ready to go sushi discounted and does this occur every day?

    It's discounted everyday after 7pm

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