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January 2024 by Dan D.
I'm glad there is an Asian market in Oxnard. They are hard to find. The shop has a lot of the things you would expect.
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January 2024 by Maiya H.
Such an amazing place, I've been going for years since moving from Hawaii. Has so many of the foods and snacks I had growing up.New owners are amazing as well, have kept a lot of the same stuff and added much more.
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December 2023 by Christian Hatch
Great local Asian mart! Anything you need, they have. Snacks, beers, sake, fresh produce & meats! Great prices too
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December 2023 by Martha Rivera
An oasis for culinary explorers! Walking through the aisles felt like a journey through Japan's rich gastronomic heritage. From fresh produce to unique finds, this market was a treasure trove for those seeking authentic ingredients and a taste of the Far East.
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November 2023 by Erin K.
NEW OWNERSHIPI've visited this store on and off for the past decade, but the last time I was there, I noticed some new things - the building was recently painted, and the lay-out of the interior was different. Additionally, the man behind the counter wasn't Japanese. I'm used to this store being run by a sweet old Japanese couple, so this last change surprised me most. I commented on the new layout and the man behind the counter said that the store is under new ownership. I asked if the products were still going to all be Japanese. He assured me they were (more on that later). I asked him if they had natto. He said, "of course!" and pointed me to the freezer section. I had never bought natto before so I was skeptical about it being frozen. When I expressed wariness, he said it was perfectly okay because "that's how it arrives." That didn't make me feel comfortable - I only wanted to eat it for the health benefits of the good bacteria it contains. What it freezing killed it? He didn't seem to know anything about the bacteria or health benefits. He just kept assuring me that's how it arrives from overseas. I didn't feel like he actually knew anything detailed about the product. Anyway, my husband googled it and frozen natto is fine. The good bacteria isn't harmed by freezing. This store had a good selectin of natto, including some finely chopped, which is the one I'd recommend if you want to get some. The reason for 3 stars now and not more is my main worry is that this little Japanese-focused store that was historically run by a little old Japanese couple, might go the way of other such stores and just become an "Asian market" with many or most products from countries that I feel do not have the same high food safety standards that Japan does. So after he assured me that the products would all remain Japanese, I looked around and saw many many items that were absolutely not Japanese. Which just gave me a slimy feel about the proprietor. It felt like I was talking to a car salesman. Too eager to make me like him, too outgoing, but not actually truthful or knowledgeable about the business. I don't expect to return here unless there is something they sell that I can get literally no where else.
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October 2023 by Ginny N.
My husband and I love the ambiance of Asahi Market in downtown Oxnard which recently went through a total transformation especially with the food items under the new ownership. Since I remembered the last time I went to Asahi, the items were not diverse. I asked the new owner about a few particular items and he found them without any issue. We do not need to drive all the way to LA or order online since they are right here at Asahi! The overall service was and is impeccable especially with the modern technology in paying for these items!
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October 2023 by cara sss
This store has recently changed ownership- The owner also has Santa Cruz Market in Ventura Midtown. So he's experienced and has updated the store mentioned in other reviews. Some Lebanese/ Middle Eastern items are sold in the back corner (which used to see housewares, home goods)One thing I want to comment is on the items available, newer items etc.They have really increased the amounts of sauces, condiments which are necessary for specific Asian dishes. This store is one of the few to have the Huong Foy (Green Rooster) Sriracha sauce. Stock up while still available.Edited update:Instant noodles-- They are boosting up on Buldak Fire noodles. You can always get individuals of these at 99 store to try flavors. They have Chapaghetti Jajangmyeon (black bean noodles). I did see Neoguri ramen Nongshim brand. and now I saw a variety of Sapporo Ichiban.I wish they would bring Bibigo for frozen dumpling and other items. They are the most popular Korean brand- also sold in Costco, Target and Winco.Instant noodles-- seem to be less brands variety-
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September 2023 by CC S.
This store has recently changed ownership- The owner also has Santa Cruz Market in Ventura Midtown. So he's experienced and has updated the store as mentioned in other reviews. Some Lebanese/ Middle Eastern items are sold in the back corner (which used to sell housewares, home goods)One thing I want to comment is on the items now available, newer items etc.They have really increased the amounts of sauces, condiments which are necessary for specific Asian dishes. This store is one of the few to have the Huong Foy (Green Rooster) Sriracha sauce. Stock up while still available. Edited update:Instant noodles-- They are boosting up on Buldak Fire noodles. You can always get individuals of these at 99 store to try flavors. They have Chapaghetti Jajangmyeon (black bean noodles). I did see Neoguri ramen Nongshim brand. and now I saw a variety of Sapporo Ichiban.I wish they would bring Bibigo for frozen dumpling and other items. They are the most popular Korean brand- also sold in Costco, Target and Winco.
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September 2023 by Erin A.
I've been going to this market for decades and they just recently changed ownership. I loved that this was a mom and pop shop ran by a sweet Asian couple!The inside has been completely revamped! New freezers and fridges. Better lighting. Even a conveyor belt checkout counter--whoa! There was a borderline obnoxious, young man greeting customers and proactively asking if they needed help with anything. The customers are old timers who were confused by the young man's presence and charisma. I overheard them asking him if the ownership has changed and asking who their new hot shot boss was lol The good news is all of the items I typically look for are still in stock. They even used the back section to expand to what appeared to be Persian groceries!After scanning my items, the young man didn't even bag them. Wtf! Didn't even say "thank you" like he did with the customers before me. Knocking off a star for that type of service.
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September 2023 by Blue moonz
Eh sometimes they follow you around if you are a person of color but then it depends on who’s working there some are nice some aren’t
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August 2023 by Kendra
I have been going to this market for a few years, their the closest place that stocks my favorite kimchi. I went to the market recently and noticed that there’s new ownership. The store is definitely moved around, but it seems that they are adding more items to their inventory, but some things are no longer stocked. I just hope they keep stocking Japanese and Korean produce like they did in the past.
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August 2023 by Doug Rodrigues
Apparently under new ownership. Still a unique food shopping experience. I've been going for nearly 47 years and will miss the originals (that I know of). The new folks are very professional and accommodating, I met a few yesterday. Just when I was working on my Asian dialects, I must now buckle down on my Arabic. All in fun as their English is perfect! They had the "Chow Fun" rice noodles I used to purchase at Fu Wa, but sadly they are gone along with many others. Happy cooking!
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July 2023 by Steve J.
We stopped in at Asahi Market in order to pick up some Japanese cooking essentials, and were surprised to see two young men running the store, instead of the older Japanese couple. We learned that the store had recently changed hands, but the young men assured us that the selection of items in the store would remain or be expanded. We were pleasantly surprised to see some refreshing of the store. All of the ceiling lights were on, with new LED lamps replacing the old, flickering fluorescent tubes. In addition, a handful of brand new shopping carts made shopping pleasant. The two young men assured us that many other fixtures would be improved in the coming weeks.We found almost all of our essentials, except the one that we had mainly in mind. We'll find those at 99 Ranch in Van Nuys, 20+ miles in the other direction from our home in Thousand Oaks. When we do, we'll take the wrapper back to Asahi so they can order more for us.Also, there's currently a shortage of Rooster Sriracha sauce in the Southwest. Asahi Market had Lee Kum Kee Sriracha in stock, and assured us that they would be getting their weekly allocation of Rooster later in the week.Best of luck to the new owners and staff!
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July 2023 by Ariston John Pangilinan (Arjosko)
Their Rice prices is increasing every month. Their 15lbs brown rice price is increased. It was only $26 mid 2022. Increaed to $31 last December 2022, increased again to $34 last February, 2023 and now its $37.99 as of June 13, 2023. Expect it before the end of this year, it will increase to $50
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June 2023 by Lea L.
Asahi Market is located in Downtown Oxnard on Oxnard Blvd & Seventh Street. They've been here forever. Ive been coming here for years, especially since it's close to where my parents live. If I don't feel like going to Island Pacific or if they don't have something I'm looking for in particular, I come here to Asahi Market to look for my Korean & Japanese needs. Mostly for sushi items like Nori. Bec there's so many different kinds. I like to make homemade hand rolls & sometimes sushi bake. So Seaweed Sheets & Seaweed Snacks, & Furikake seasonings are what I usually buy. Also they sell Masago here! Can't get enough of that stuff. There's a bunch of Noodles & Ramen here for you noodle heads. Different kinds of sauces. If you're lucky you can find desserts. Also lots of candy & snacks. It's a small store, so I'm in & out.
