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February 2024 by Levy D.
Just wanted to highlight Juno & John for their immaculate customer service. It's very rare to come across respectful, knowledgeable and kind individuals in this type of setting so I was highly grateful to have this interaction today! I also have to shoutout the security guard that was on duty today as well for being respectful! Even though I wasn't shopping for myself, I'm thinking about coming back to get a taste of Japan!
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February 2024 by Syrus S.
The fat security guy w curly hair is a crybaby, he kept talking and got all emotional for the entire time after the incident. I was purchasing a bunch of groceries and accidentally left one item in the cart as I was returning the cart before paying, he grabbed the cart and I pulled it right out of his hand bc I'm not taking his crap. All he had to do was use his words but he wanted to be a tough guy and I showed him I'm not scared of him for even one second. Guy is a loser 100 percent and his own coworker apologized to me on his behalf.
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January 2024 by Kazu S.
Props to one of the best Japanese grocery and general goods store in West LA. I also frequent Nikita on sawtell, and Marukai has the Do (Donki) brand private label which are high quality and inexpensive (think of Trader Joe's food items, but Japanese origin). They get fresh bentos and food to go items everyday made in Gardena. The sign says everyday 11am, but I noticed they are there by 10:30am on Saturdays. Older items get discounted with a sticker. The food here is super high quality and the bentos are generally $10 or less. Cashers and the stickers work here are super nice and friendly. I was clumsy one day & dropped one of the bentos, but they said no worries with a smile & cleaned it up like a champ. Parking is free and they also have a security guard at the door. If you are going to a beach or Hollywood bowl, Dodger game etc, you can pick up food here & you are all set!!
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January 2024 by Jodi Jill
This is a great place to stop for lunch and pick up a meal, grocery shop or you can take a minute to explore. The first time I walked into the market, I felt welcomed. The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable so you can always find someone to help you.The to-go food offers many choices catering to all types of lifestyles. I've had sushi and the hot dishes. Both of which were superb. Which so much selection, there is always something new to try.I've also purchased meat here. It's a smaller selection than other stores, but the quality was high (and reasonably priced). There is also a fresh produce section and a frozen section that is full of options.Overall I had a basket full of great food selections and new items to try my first time shopping at Marukai. I go back weekly and look forward to the shopping experience.
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January 2024 by Jorge Hernandez
I really love this market, the quality of all products,great variety of frozen food, vegetables, fruits, treats, snacks, lunch boxes, drinks, sake, etc. Very friendly and helpful staff highly recommend this market
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December 2023 by j l
One of my favorite places to buy prepared sushi in the West side. Considering inflation, the prices are great and the flavors and freshness is excellent. After 7pm sometimes you could get discounted sushi made in the morning which I recommend to save. The sushi rice is made in Japan. I also recommend the hot yams which they keep toasty!
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December 2023 by Kim H.
I can spend hours in this store. Unfortunately, I didn't have hours and ran in to buy some quick eats. It's a decent size store with its own small parking lot. I went on a weekday during lunch time and it wasn't crowded. Workers were also really nice and efficient. There's so much to pick from in the fresh packaged food aisles. I got some handrolls, onigiri, a blue fin tuna bowl, and an unagi bowl. Spicy Tuna Handroll - 10/10 Salmon Handroll - 7/10 The spicy tuna had the most flavor. Easier to eat than the salmon hand roll because the salmon chunks were hard to bite. I like how there's a hint of wasabi in both. Salmon Flake Onigiri - 7/10 Tuna Onigiri - 7/10 Both had good flavor but the filling is too light. As with most grocery store onigiri, it's heavy on the rice. Unagi Bowl - 10/10 Blue Fin Tuna Bowl - 10/10 Great deals on both. The tuna was so fresh and melted in your mouth. Unagi was delicious too -- very generous portion for the price. I also got a side of salmon sashimi, fresh mochi, and sides of ginger and seaweed salad. All were really good. I would definitely come back if I'm ever in the area again.
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December 2023 by Maya P.
One of my favorite Japanese markets in LA since they layout is so aesthetically designed and it carries products that can't be found at other Asian/japanese grocers. Service is okay but shoppers can expect to shop without any interactions with workers. My only critique is that they don't take EBT which makes it unaffordable for low income shoppers.
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December 2023 by Perla S.
Great parking. Parking is free, they have upper and lower level parking.This is a great place to get Japanese specialty food and snacks.Sushi is made from rice in Japan.They have ice cream from Japan.Service is awesome & so is security..They also have a makeup section & kitchen ware.You can get alcoholic beverages..They have a self service checkout.
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December 2023 by Shonari J.
Best all around japanese cuisine and great ready to go lunches. The food is fresh. Service very knowledgeable
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November 2023 by Candace T.
Great grocery selection and prepared foods. Love the sushi and the rice balls. Also free parking lot with plenty of space.
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October 2023 by Stephanie F.
I come here all the time, it's my go-to for Japanese groceries. Marukai has the best prices, especially because they sell their own store brand items from the parent company chain store from Japan called Don Quixote (DONKI for short), known for their bargain prices. They also have a great selection of Japanese toiletry items. Marukai is also super easy to access, being located on Bundy and Pico close to the I-10 ramps. Here's my general assessment between the three main Japanese grocery stores in West LA. Marukai has the best prices, Nijiya has a lot of organic and quality options, Mitsuwa has the book store and is a good place to go if you can't find what you're looking for elsewhere.
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October 2023 by Lorel Saiki
I was looking for a certain brand of Japanese shampoo, and Marukai has an outstanding selection of personal care, cosmetics, household, and cooking items. This is in addition to a wide range of Asian foods, fish, sushi, and bento box fresh meals prepared daily (in the refrigerator section). Love that I can find most of my Asian grocery needs in WLA, without having to drive downtown to Little Tokyo or Chinatown.
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October 2023 by K Mon
I love going here for things not sold in American stores. It's the best place I've found to get Thai chilis, and several types of mushrooms and fungus, as well as glass (sweet potato) noodles. I always love their variety of beautiful kitchen ware, bowls, etc.
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September 2023 by Angela Marcantonio
Love it! It's been awhile since I've been in the market. It has so much the people who work there are helpful and they have a ton of snacks, so fun to go explore and find things to try that you never thought you'd get a chance to. Great market!