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Tokyo Central & Main
8111 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111, United States
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Review №1

Anime! Anime! Anime! This store has tons of anime stuff my kiddos had so much fun!!! Kinda pricey. $60 tshirts but they have tons of selection! They have food, drinks, merchandise, toys, school supplies, personal care, apparel, collectors items. Bring lots of money as youll be spending a lot more than you think you would.

Ha
Review №2

Absolutely amazing, definitely recommend checking it out!

Xe
Review №3

They dont really have that much anime stuff anymore after they remodeled.... and almost the entire snack section is gone, replaced by home stuff like kitchen things, hygiene products and stuff.. kinda disappointing. a big downgrade, really. i used to be super excited going here often because theres not many stores nearby that sell anime things. its almost like another marukai living store. boring.

Ar
Review №4

My favorite outlets in Tokyo Central & Main. The size is just as big as Tokyo Central & Main and there are many compartments of stores. I love how this outlet has high price brands that other outlets usually dont have. This place has pretty much all of the brands that you can find at any kind of mall. I was in heaven. And my pocketbook really enjoyed some of the prices.A huge parking lot is another plus although they all get packed during the holiday seasons.

Ma
Review №5

Me and my family try to travel to San Diego atleast once a year and we always make it a point to stop here for the anime toys,snacks and cool finds.. but it looks like they have remodeled and have pretty much made a small section for all plush Sanrio and toys. The rest is now house items, beauty and almost like a everyday store. We usually have a big haul after every visit and this time we were only able to find 3 items . There arent many stores like what this place used to be. I really hope they bring back more anime items, snacks and such.

An
Review №6

I been to this store for years, i recently went and i was a little disappointed, the store used to be filled with anime and sanrio stuff, lots and lots of plushies and a big anime section, i get it that the place got remodeled but there’s barely any anime or sanrio stuff as it used to.

C
Review №7

They “remodeled” the store, and the anime section was reduced to almost nothing, disappointing for sure.

Gl
Review №8

I got some great snacks there! 💕😍 So cute, and I could even find vegan-friendly options. The staff is always nice here too. A lite of cute gifts and other non-snacky things. I am usually here for snacks though! 😊

Ju
Review №9

Great selection. Pricing is appropriate for what is offered. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Will definitely return!!

Xi
Review №10

Amazing place for shopping asian products. Although the price can be higher then Yami.com, still a often-going places for my family.

Le
Review №11

This place is like stepping into every shop in Tokyo all rolled into one - I loved it! Halloween is just around the corner and theyve got what you need, with added Japanese flair. And theres plenty of good stuff for the rest of the year too. I walked in out of curiosity and ended up going back to my car for four shopping bags to hold $50 work of treats for my family - and me of course!

Me
Review №12

Ever since all of the Sanrio stores in San Diego closed down, Ive been trying to find places to buy Sanrio things. And I came across this! This store is actually PERFECT!!! They have a lot of Sanrio stuff, but they also have a lot of anime stuff too! I believe that they used to be another store with an Sanrio Surprises store attached. Im not too sure though! Some things are super cheap, while others are kind of expensive. I bought a Hello Kitty plush which was about $20 (a little bit more with tax I think) But it was totally worth it! I bought a Rillakumma plush that was like $14 or $15 the first time I went there (I dont remember exactly) And it was super cool. Pretty good quality stuff! I also bought another cute plushie for $15! Most plushies are like $14/$15-$20 I think. Even if you dont like Sanrio or anime, it is still defiantly a super good store! Theres probably something for everyone. Its a very kawaii store. Super kawaii. They also have a lot of sort of random kawaii plushies too. 10/10 i recommend!!!

Da
Review №13

Bought a convex rear view mirror for my Kia Soul. It even has 9 miniature plastic diamonds on its bottom edge that seems like the Queen of Bling would have...If you ever want to see me, close your eyes, and picture me Rollin. 😎

Ja
Review №14

This place is great, so many cute things. My kids really enjoyed going thre the store and picking out sweet treat to try.

He
Review №15

Love, love, love this store!! I recently went to Japan for 2 weeks and was introduced to the culture and bath/beauty products. I loaded up on 50lb worth of stuff and brought home, only to find Tokyo Central & Main a few miles from home!! This is my new favorite store in San Diego!!

Ri
Review №16

This place is amazing for japanese imports. Would recommend people to come check this out for gifts and merchandise. The imported snacks and beverages are amazing top quality too. Have fun gazing at every little merchandise stocked!

Jo
Review №17

Great place to relax and have some great food with friendly staff.

Ke
Review №18

Their remodel completely removed all of their Japanese snacks, grocery, and drink items... only Japanese housewares, gadgets, hobby items, and such nowShame, my girlfriend and I frequented just to try out new snacks

太陽
Review №19

They had a amazing selection of Candy,Snacks,and Anime! For the people willing to spend money and love anime you should totally go here!

Ni
Review №20

Absolutely one of my favorite stores in San Diego. So many cool and unique things here and since Japan is the ultimate consumer culture you can rest assured that everything is of the best quality.

Cr
Review №21

Very large variety and selection of Japanese snacks and candy. Also had Japanese beauty products and anime toys and figures. Will make it my one stop shop for anime merch and snacks in San Diego!! Parking wasnt too bad, missed it the first time around. Had to go around twice. Have really good specials on food and snacks!

Tr
Review №22

Not as much manga/anime selection as the internet would have had us believe. Nonetheless an interesting store to browse for 15 minutes.

Ch
Review №23

They have rearranged the stores over the years but still love this plaza so much in one place!

El
Review №24

Great experience. Felt like I was back in Japan shopping at Don Quijote. Its got your usual skincare, makeup, and snacks that you would find at a Don Quijote. The prices are a little more but its understandable with the products having to sail across the ocean to get here. If only I live in California.

Jo
Review №25

Store has been redone.. unfortunately they removed a lot of the snacks that we went to buy...soups...frozen ice cream...bummer

Ma
Review №26

Oh my this place got too many great snacks!! We never went out here under $100!! Got so much good stuff! Be sure to have some good amt of money when you visit!

Da
Review №27

So cute and fun to walk around. Loved the dedicated One Piece collectable corner

Je
Review №28

Fun store! Helpful staff. They looked up prices for us and checked for items we couldnt find.

[X
Review №29

Super fun to go browse and shop

Di
Review №30

It is a good place to get hard to find items such as taro (ube) or guava flavored snacks/food and innovative products such as pre-packed milk tea. 😁😁😁

Ha
Review №31

It was great! Its like a small Donki or Don Quijote.

Be
Review №32

Cool Japan-centric store.

Ne
Review №33

Amazing! Workers were kind, they helped with alot and they have so much and it is just an overall great experience! 10/10 would recommend

Ja
Review №34

Lots of good snacks and foods. Their ready-made bentos are great for lunch or dinner with good portion sizes.

Ma
Review №35

I love this store. Always remind me of home (Oahu ). Even though some of their products are from Hawaii, like the drinks ( Hawaiian Passion) plus a few more. Their stuff animals are soft and can be use for a gift. So why not visit their stores you might see something that you like. Mahalo!!

Si
Review №36

One of the must go when they family and I come to San Diego. Lots of cool stuff.

Au
Review №37

We love our Tokyo Main Japanese snack attack store. Its somewhere we go to have fun and ship without breaking the bank.

fr
Review №38

Its amazing! The products are super cute and great, as well as affordable! But I will say dont come after Christmas if you want to buy plushi because they sold out most of them. Its still amazing and I would recommend for any anime enthusiast or for love of candy to to go!

Ch
Review №39

They always have a lot of good finds.. so much to choose from .

En
Review №40

First time going here and I love it! Looks of stuff to choose from

Ri
Review №41

Not as big as it seems in photos.

Al
Review №42

Lots of unique stuff that you wouldnt find normally except on the net.

Ta
Review №43

I love this store! lots of tasty snacks that arent available at maimstream/chain grocery stores. also the plusses are so cute and I want literally all of them but most of them are on the pricier side.

Ch
Review №44

Great place for authentic Japanese products and merchandise.

RO
Review №45

The availability of local food from Hawaii is excellent; poi, portuguese sausage, kalua pork and lau-lau.Am disappointed in not being able to buy KJs Nappa Mild Kimchee which is very excellent and better than the kimchee in Hawaii. The latest brand on the shelf is horrible, weve been there 3 weeks in a row looking for KJs brand with no luck. Luckily a cousin of mine in Huntington Beach said they have plenty in their store.

Jo
Review №46

Good selection of Japanese snacks, beverages, and treats. Also carry an assortment of stuff from beauty products, to anime merch. Their anime section always seems to be low on stock or sold out when I go though.

Ma
Review №47

Fun place to pick up snacks and Japanese household items

ke
Review №48

Great place for otaku and anime fans. Definitely will visit again next time Im in town.

Le
Review №49

Wish they would cycle through their products a little more. Same selection month after month. Its good but there are so many things that just sit on their shelf because they cant move them.

Sh
Review №50

Its a little pricey, but I 💗 the stuffies, cookies and kid stuff

Sa
Review №51

I feel like Im back in Ooka, Numazu, Shizuoka prefecture! So fun to shop here! Lots of excellent itms to buy!

Do
Review №52

There are so many fun things you can get here snacks, stationary, beauty products, and anime stuff. I dont usually look at the anime stuff but there are many delicious snacks and candies like shrimp chips and whistling candy. If you want to learn about Japanese and Hawaiin culture check it out.

Cr
Review №53

Love it! I always buy Japanese snacks and pop in ookin here! Here is my donuts from popin cookin

Da
Review №54

Has a pretty good variety of Japanese items from snacks to figurines. Little pricey but its a unique experience.

Ni
Review №55

Love this place for a little bit of everything when it comes to japanese items great place to go for snacks and little toys or stationary

Bo
Review №56

What a fun adventure it was looking around in this Japanese inspired store! So many cool things to look at! Like; anime, pillows, candies, chips, gundam model kits and even asian ice cream! And the prices were very reasonable! Cant wait to go again when we visit California next year!

Ka
Review №57

The whole experience was great, there was so many merchandise that was from Japan!

Sh
Review №58

First time visiting in a long while, neat redesign. The costume section is small and limited but it might have something for you if youre not particular. They do seem to be trying to provide a wide variety of goods, but dont expect cutting edge or on-trend items. Lots of stuffed animals and small items for kids.

Kr
Review №59

Cool place, lots of variety.

Sh
Review №60

This store is amazing. I have a niece in from Germany who loves Manga those of you who know what that is. They have a nice selection of products of that. Got her some statues of them. Then took her to the store and she bought a lot of stuff she 💘 the store. They also have a huge selection of snacks to choose from you will go home with something trust me. Great shopping.

Cr
Review №61

I love anime as much as the next person and may I say I frinken love this place the only problem I had was about the priceing also the buttons break Easily

Ra
Review №62

Love love love this store! Tons of figures, cosplay and snacks!

Ge
Review №63

Cool items not found else where. But prices are high on many items.

Pl
Review №64

All sorts of amazing stuff great price great quality but I bought a giant plush and it doesn’t have a lot of stuffing so u kinda floppy and weird so I hope they can fix this Beacoues it’s really a amazing store with such nice employees!!!!! 🤩

Ca
Review №65

Good place for cute Asian stuff and yummy Hawaiian foods. Over crowded and in need of a make over.

Fr
Review №66

This place is your hookup if youre into Japanese culture and food. They have a nice selection of food, candy, accessories, and cute stuffed animals.The other day I took my toddler here and she loved looking at all the stuffed animals. Decent collection of the latest Hello Kitty items. Odd flavors of chips, drinks, and candy usually only available overseas. I like their selection of massage items. Theres car accessories, writing supplies, makeup, skin care products, and toys.Theres a little something for everyone here if you look hard enough.This store proves the superiority of Japanese culture over ours.

Fr
Review №67

Overpriced

Ch
Review №68

Since Im a Otaku, I love this place! There is anime merchandise, snacks, beauty cosmetics, and other products. I hope that they will have more Demon Slayer merch!!

Ci
Review №69

Lovely place no cap, cool variety of Ramune drinks and Anime figures

Jo
Review №70

Cant wait for the Remodeling to be finished.

Si
Review №71

Amazing gunpla selection, some hard to find ones in stock. Also great statue and figure collection. Perfect for the Otaku, collected and enthusiast. Great place to buy a gift for that Otaku in your life too. Great and friendly service to top it all off.

De
Review №72

Cool store with all kind of Asian treats and gadgets... Huge selection of anime. They also have a small section of Hawaiian goods

La
Review №73

My kids loved it!

Jo
Review №74

This store is a very unique special place. It has something for everybody, all ages! Of course, a total Japanese essence and lifestyle...that surprises you will make you smile! Pure joy is our goal - and will find that here!

Ri
Review №75

So cute!

Ar
Review №76

This store is such a great place to shop at. Im always finding something cool to buy! I actually went today with a friend since she never shopped here and our cashier Daniel was great with customer service. Thank you for giving my friend a great shopping experience there! :)

Ju
Review №77

Its ok!

ma
Review №78

I love this place. I get my skin care for a cheaper price and they have cooler things that are from Japan from toys to food to drinks.

Jo
Review №79

They have a great collection of toys and gifts.

Mr
Review №80

A great place to buy Pokie.

Pr
Review №81

We often spend an hour or more when going here as theres a lot to check on. But it is the perfume oils we come here for. From cute Hello Kitty items, stuffed toys, erasers to even cups they have it. They also have Hawaiian aisle and last time we visited theres a candy tree where you can grab or pick the candy of your choice with a grabber. With the parking space, the earlier you come the better as finding a spot could be hard later in the day specially Tokyo Central shares parking with two other buildings.

Se
Review №82

This is my favorite store so far and I only been here about a year now.

So
Review №83

Huge selection of novelty and useful items. You can get lost on all the candy and snacks you can purchase! Staff is always helpful!

Te
Review №84

If love Japanese Stu . This is the place must come . There is so many choices. Food. Clothing. Electronic. Toy. Drink. Rice cooker etc . Love to come . Price is OK. Nice service. Hello Kitty stuff .

Ne
Review №85

All the snacks, drinks, are delish and the anime area is the most detailed area

TI
Review №86

Too many cute stuff, mini Tokyo market

Er
Review №87

Wow! Great location... awesome selection.

te
Review №88

Felt like I walked into a store in Japan

Sa
Review №89

There are three Japanese stores in this shopping center. The middle one has a nice clean bathroom. It also has Japanese skin care products and housewares at super cheap prices. Its similar to a dollar store although not everything is a dollar. Ive found lots of bargains here. Recently theyve added some cute tee shirts to their inventory. One of the other 3 stores is a grocery store. I get my rice and other special grocery staples there.

Da
Review №90

Everytime I go there it takes me back to my time in Japan. The staff is always courteous and helpful. Imho, a lot of American stores can take note and follow.

Ro
Review №91

Great variety of japanese snacks and soft drinks.

Sa
Review №92

This is the best place for anything Japanese. We love their stuffed animals, their snacks and treats and all the cool stuff.

Ch
Review №93

I could spend hours in this place. Gundam, a full line of Tamia products, crazy pens and pencils. Great people. Many, many oddities and gift type swag thats different from your standard U.S. mall / department store stuff. If youre looking for something unusual to get for a gift or party, this place is great!

Ju
Review №94

Lots of fun stuff!

Si
Review №95

Satisfied with the selection in the store, the only downside is there was no Donki merchandise! Definitely wouldve bought a plush. I got myself a couple pairs of socks, theyre amazing.

De
Review №96

One of 3 stores of one business they are the toy hobbies and candy store if you love anything from Japan. Great prices. If you are a hobbyist they have great Japanese model selection from bandaid and other great toys from Japan. They also have costumes figures Japanese accessories and other items. One of the other stores there is the grocery store and the 3rd store is the home appliances and misc stuff. Go check it out

Tr
Review №97

I love shopping here. Its very clean, well stocked, great selection. And the guy at the register is an absolute sweetheart. Always happy, smiling and polite.

Ab
Review №98

One of the best Asian food/snack markets around

Da
Review №99

Lots of great things

Br
Review №100

This place is just delightful, I find all sorts of creative and delicious treats here.

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  • Address:8111 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111, United States
  • Phone:+1 858-384-0240
Categories
  • Department store
  • Store
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–8PM
  • Thursday:10AM–8PM
  • Friday:10AM–8PM
  • Saturday:10AM–8PM
  • Sunday:10AM–8PM
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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