MUJI

I like Muji for their simple men’s shirts they are great quality and reasonable price. Bought some jeans here again well made and reasonably priced. The only issue I have is that they generally carry REALLY small sizes. For jeans typically they carry 29−31″ waist, and for shirts they carry up to a medium I believe. This is incredibly disappointing as I wanted to buy another pair of jeans but they did not have my size and did not seem to know when they would receive more of my size in stock.
I haven’t shopped here for stationary, furniture or glassware but next time I’m in-​store I’ll definitely check that out! Hope Muji expands across the GTA!

Yeah I bought into the Hype of Muji, but the reality was a let down. We can’t help but compare the Muji’s that we see in Asia (I am talking about HK and the Phils) were the Muji’s are three floor mecca’s that sell everything from a cute pebble holder to full blown fashion lines. The Muiji here is small and mostly sells plastic containers that you could get at the dollar store. That being said, I always went to Muji for their clothing, and not the house wares, so the sparse, random shirts and scarves they were selling here was laughable.
Wouldn’t go out of my way to this Muji — if it were any other store, it wouldn’t be anything special. Just another place you could probably go to at Pacific Mall like One.

The IKEA of downtown Toronto! It’s so nice and it has so much class. However when it first open, the stock were flying off the shelves and they couldn’t keep anything in stock. It’s nice to see but they don’t always have enough to keep up with the demand!
I definitely think the highlight is personalizing stationary with their stamp collection!

Our first Muji in Canada. =)
Prices are not very competitive, but not totally outrageous either. They do have frequent sales, which is nice.
A few things I wish they would improve on, increase signage from the outside (store is hard to spot), online web presence (wish I could surf their inventory online), and their stock of bed linen and covers. Would be great if they could expand too with a Japanese eatery.
Note they have chart inside the store that maps the difference between North American and Japanese mattress, pillowcase, and duvet sizes.

Let me be the fifty-​eighth reviewer to say basically the same thing… There is a lot about Muji that is simply lost in translation.
The layout of the store itself leaves a lot to be desired. On a busy day, the long line of people waiting to pay for their clock, pens, or pack of white undershirts bisects the store, forcing you to cut through the line to see the flatware.
Prices here are not great, nor are they bad. The idea here is minimalism. That is, most of the very basic stuff you need to live in a small condo or dorm (minus the furniture) with limited choice. If it works (and apparently it is working for a segment of the population), you accept that «Muji is cool and of high quality at a good price and I therefore accept having such a place make my choices for me.»

Decided to wander in this store yesterday and was pleasantly surprised by the lovely aroma of their led aromatic candles. Puts you in that bliss mood!
This store looks like a bland version of Ikea — everything is pale colours, meaning beige or white. It’s all a sea of calm, it’s what I would imagine would be Martha Stewart approved.
If you ever decide that you need to buy a toothbrush, towels, bedsheets and a new tshirt but don’t want to run all over the place, well just come here for your one stop shopping.
The prices are ok but you could get cheaper elsewhere. $ 3 for a toothbrush that looks like one you could get from the dollar store is a little crazy. I did see a lovely tea kettle for $ 40 which I almost bought but I already have one so I put it back. I could spend $ 40 elsewhere.
I can’t speak to the quality of products but everything had a very streamlined and clean finish which I really like.
I probably wouldn’t go back specifically for this store but if I was in the area I would definitely do dome window shopping

Their little stamps station is pretty neat. They have letters, symbols, and small banner-​like designs to personalize your notebooks/​stationaries for FREE.
Like other Muji locations, they sell quality items for your home, kitchen, bathroom, and office. All of their products are designed to function well and give a clean, sterile appearance. Yet, it’s pretty stressful to even window shop in this particular store because it’s so popular and packed with crowds. The line to the register actually blocks the entrance/​exit. Hopefully they rearrange the store layout soon to improve traffic flow.

Love the products, hate the prices, service: room for improvement. I am a huge fan of MUJI and have visited many of their stores all over the world and am happy that they finally have a location in Toronto. Comparatively speaking, I do find that the prices of their products seems to be higher in the North American and European stores as compared to the Asian branches, which is definitely a bummer.
I love the minimalistic style of all their products and the clean sleek look. The store is clean and neatly organized. Their products are generally of good quality. Have been here a few times since its over-​hyped opening and finally they have pens and chopsticks! I’ve always been a fan of the stationary and other knick knacks from this store. The pens are of good quality and comes in a variety of colours, also most reasonably priced. Cosmetic products are also a hit here. Nice bobby pins, hair clips and compact mirrors. Also, I did get the $ 9 chopsticks. Seems a bit pricey but definitely of good quality, now my favourite chopsticks, I hope these will last me a long time, I might come back for more!
One downer is that I really wish they would bring the muji food and snacks to this location. I really love their snacks! Also I find the service here not up to standards. The staff not super helpful and the couple times I’ve been here I found the cashier staff not friendly at all, not even a weak smile! I will be back! Better than Uniqlo!

What is it about Japanese style that makes you want more? I’ll tell you what it is, it’s the minimalism.
Everyday I would see this store on my way to work and I always wanted to go in but it was always so busy! I finally dared to go in one late evening, luckily for me it was so crowded. Boo-​Yah! I was initially taken aback by the variety of things the sold, see I hadn’t read up about this place before coming so I just assumed it was a clothing store. But noooo… They sell clothes, stationary, furniture, cutlery, suitcases and even a toilet bowl brush! Whaaaaat?
Now everything here is of a similar palette of colour, nothing to bright or bold. Its stuff you can place anywhere without it ruining your existing interior/​style. I went a second time and knew that I have to buy the pens here (everybody comments about it!) and I did and they were good! I even bought a notebook and went crazy at the stamping station… boy they need to lock that stuff up! They even host events and one of them was the easter bag painting event. It was free, you got a Muji bag and there was paint and you just go crazy! They had called a Japanese Illustrator (toronto based) to provide us with some tips and tricks on how to paint on fabric.
They stuff here is not cheap but it looks durable, I love the minimalistic look so I’ll definitely keep coming back :)

There are some cool things in this store. We went in because my wife loves Japanese things and culture. I really don’t know what to make of this store. It feels like a Gap but with housewares if I was asked to explain it.
While I didn’t buy anything this visit I could see some stuff I’d get just because. The clothes? I’m not big on buying clothes period so this place doesn’t really light any fires for me. The stuff animal pig was cool. That and maybe some good chopsticks would be something I’d get.
The layout seems tight but it’s neat and the use of space seems pretty efficient. I couldn’t help but notice the price tags are all made out for Euro, Canadian dollar and pound sterling prices on pretty much all the clothes already.

The first time I had visited a Muji store was in London, UK over 10 years ago and I was overly impressed at how massive the store was with everything imaginable, like a glorified dollar store, except everything was simply designed and neutral in coulour with merchandise displayed in an organized fashion. Even with the English pound pricing, it was still relatively reasonably priced.
Then, I saw Muji in NYC, I thought wow, pretty neat and love how basic and simple everything was. Wondered when they’ll hit the Canadian market. Long and behold it finally came to Toronto at the end of November.
I waited for a few months until the hype was over before I paid my first visit since I had no desire to wait in line just to enter the store or fight through the chaotic crowds especially being so close to the Eaton Centre.
My visit this afternoon (Tuesday) wasn’t bad since the store wasn’t busy, perhaps a handful of customers. Upon entering through the Dundas entrance, I wasn’t impressed at all. The store was quite small! Not what I imagined a Muji store would be after seeing the locations in London and New York.
This location still had the clean, simple, natural and minimalist look and feel that Muji is known for, plus everything imaginable was displayed neatly and nicely, but most of the items I thought were overpriced.
Like most, I like the simple and neutral look, but why do people fuss so much over Muji? It’s quite expensive! People are buying into the brand and good for them, but I don’t think I’ll be a regular shopper with these high prices.
Rumours of another store opening in Toronto (perhaps in Yorkdale), we shall see how long this location last first.
Nevertheless, I didn’t buy anything, but was only there to browse. I was in the store for perhaps 10 minutes, but not one single staff member greeted or smiled my way for that duration and they did have four floor staff and two cashiers. Plus they weren’t busy, so imagine if they were busy, how will they ever manage? Perhaps schedule more staff to simply concentrate on refolding clothing and organize products in place so everything looks perfectly aligned. Customer service at it’s finest!

When I found out Muji was opening up in Toronto I was super ecstatic!
The first time I went the ever so popular store known for their stationary, the majority of it was gone and the touch screen gloves were sold out, something which I was hoping to buy.
The second time I ended up buying erasers as I lost my erasers. I know it may sound silly to write a review on erasers but I was pretty upset when I lost mine and they work well compared to other erasers I’ve used. I ended up buying a few of them for fear I may lose them again and it’s very common for erasers to go missing.
However, something I was disappointed about was the fact they did not have the touch screen gloves again. They told me they were sold out before Christmas break which to me was a while ago. It’s February now. It could be the shipping and handling but if something was sold out that fast, you would think they’d restock again soon.
The coolest part about the store in my opinion was the stamping station where you get to design the simplicity of the notebooks. Although the stamps were limited, designing the notebooks was just a fun activity to do, especially for visitors who were visiting the store for the first time.

I wanted to see what the hype was all about. I still can’t believe there was a 2 hr line up when it first opened. The store is located at the north west corner of Yonge/​Dundas. So convenient and pretty much just a few steps off the subway (exit westbound, stairs on the right side when u get off Dundas subway).
While Muji provides nice simple functional items such as gadgets, clothes, houseware, etc. but they are ALL OVERPRICED. It has been a few years since I’ve visited Hong Kong’s Muji, I do feel the prices are so much better there. If only the same can be said for Canada. It’s a good thing Muji only opened one location thus far or it will be another Target USA.
The store was very spacious and clean. But a lot of items were sold out. I was mainly there to look for makeup accessories (jars, containers), chopsticks, pens for a friend. There was almost nothing in the stationary section for pens and such. I browsed the clothing section but it was pricy as well. Material was only about average. I wouldn’t buy anything here unless there was a sale.
Left empty handed but that is ok :)

I discovered MUJI many years ago accidentally in New York. It was raining, and I bought an umbrella so I can continue my day roaming Manhattan. I’ve beaten the dlying lights and crap out of it, but it still works to this day, which is something that couldn’t be said of other umbrellas that have crossed my hands. Is that supposed to be a testament to their quality?
I have heard of Muji before, not because I am Asian, but because of the things one learns of as a design/​architecture student. I’ve long to go back and see more of this «Japanese IKEA» brand. Until I learned Muji would expand to Canada and would open its first location in the Atrium on Bay complex in Toronto. I’m not head-​over-​heels fanatically crazy for the brand unlike others, but for shits and giggles I lined up for their grand opening. Bought a few things, got a free tote bag. Didn’t wait long to get in; sorry to those way further down the line for the novelty of the opportunity.
What’s to find at this Muji? Housewares, office/​desk tools and stationary, organizing stuff, bathroom/​beauty accessories, and everyday clothing, including sweaters and undergarments. Everything is designed with maximum functionality, simplicity and value (though not at IKEA prices), including «Hipster panties,» anyone? There is a fitting room beside the checkout, which will prove useful when you find that they subscribe to what in the western-​centric view we might call «Asian sizing.» Which is to say, you may discover Muji small to be too small.
There is also something to be said about their inventory, or lack thereof. Seems like many of their items are never there post-​grand opening, like the fabled pens I keep hearing of, which seems to be a quick seller. You hear from staff and elsewhere of new shipments, and you get there and it’s all gone. It’s ridiculous; it’s like searching for a rare Pokémon. I hope their distribution improves over time, especially as they open other Canadian locations. Until then in these first few months expect to see annoyingly empty shelves regularly, because I hear pen refills are a hit too. As is also stuff still stuck with tags with Japanese pricing.
There were mostly Asian faces in the grand opening lineup, and the high Asian shopper ratio remains in my subsequent visits. Maybe we’re on to something about Muji, or just an observation…
{TTC: no longer a flight to Japan or New York, it’s now a streetcar ride to Dundas subway station.}

2* is about right. Definitely NOT more than that!
Clothes — Next! The tiniest section which was probably a nicer, rebranded version of Old Navy at Banana Republic prices, seriously. Think: Flannel plaid shirt for like $ 39.99 (or even $ 49.99), made in China.
The rest of the store comprised of some suitcases, kitchen gadgets (including $ 9 chopsticks), organisation bins/​baskets, toiletry items (travel containers, wash cloths, black q-​tips, toners, creams), cheapish Converse like runners, and stationary items (notebooks, magazine holders, etc.
Other people have described it as a Japanese Ikea, but not at those prices.
What gets *s knocked off is the lack of inventory. The shelves, especially for the lower priced items (utensils/​toiletries) were completely EMPTY. Only the displays were up, but no stock whatsoever.
I have been to the Manhattan MUJI and this one pales in comparison. In fact, it’s not even the same store. Not sure when the more favourable reviews were written, but this store was nothing to write home about!

I don’t know if it’s just me, but I don’t really get the hype about MUJI. I’ve visited twice, and although I have made purchases, I’ve still felt slightly underwhelmed both times. The first time I went was during the week after their grand opening. I went on a weekday during lunch time, and the place was absolutely packed, it was so chaotic. After fighting my way through the crowd, I managed to finally pick up a few of their raved about pens in various colours and tip widths. They sell for $ 1.25 each and I picked up 5 for $ 6.25. I have had a chance to test them out since then, and they are nice… but I still don’t understand why people go crazy over them. I also picked up a pair of tights that day, and they are thick and warm, but again, nothing special, plus they were $ 30 which is not ESPECIALLY cheap.
My second time visiting was just yesterday, and it was a lot quieter than before. But that’s probably because so many things were out of stock. I went to the pen section and it was pretty much cleared out except for a few of those refill things. To be fair, some of the houseware stuff at MUJI does look pretty neat, but again, it all seems more like «would be nice to have» stuff rather than «need this to revolutionize my life» stuff, which is the vibe I get from MUJI fans. I don’t know, I just can’t really see myself needing to come here to pick up anything for myself, but will prob just pop in once in a while just out of curiosity.

Muji has quickly become one of my favourite stores for stationery, quick simple household goods and Japanese design. They have just entered the Canadian market and it’s very evident by the traffic in this store that they will need to open more stores. This small store had a wide array of their organizational items (their famous hexagonal pens were almost all gone!), clothing and household items. Pricing here is very reasonable and thus they will do extremely well in Canada wherever they open.
Japanese minimalism design is slated to do very well and my prediction is Muji will move to dominate this sector of the economy as it has a very niche market approach and clever retail direction.
Come by pick up some pens, stationery, clocks, household goods and whatever else you desire. Beware the popularity of this place means the store is getting picked over quite fast! It gets crowded in here but not unpleasant.

As soon as I walked in and saw the abundance of asians, I wanted to shoot myself in the throat. But no, I must continue on my endeavour to find myself some muji pens.
This store is not that large but the décor is really nice, with wooden features and nicely set up displays. The thing that blew my mind was the fact that everything was like crazily marked up — hardcover blank notebooks were around $ 2 – 3 … eat your heart out, moleskin!
I picked up a bunch of fine point pens. Omg if you’ve never tried them… they are sooo satisfying to write with. Motivation with studying now? No problem. They have amazing colours as well! They were $ 1 – 2 per pen… which is pretty expensive for a damn pen but these muji pens … worth it!
They sell EVERYTHING. I was amazed. Clothes, home décor, kitchen supplies, beauty, stationery… what do they not sell? After you buy stuff, there’s a stamping station that you can use to stamp your notebooks. SO CUTE AHHH. :D
I am DEFINITELY returning. maybe after the crowd dies down… I was sweating in the store and definitely had some murderous thoughts about certain screaming individuals wearing furry jackets.

This store screams Japanese. Spotless, meticulously organized, and the products are all simple yet functional.
The store really isn’t very big, but they’ve managed to display a solid variety of clothing for both men and women, kitchen and bathroom items, stationary, organizers, gifts, etc… You walk into the store and you just want to buy stuff!
The prices here seem pretty much in line with their overseas prices.
Welcome to Canada!

The store front is very modern and clean. I love this store and the philosophy they are about — in the sense they are all about no branding; and clean lines.
Pricing isn’t too bad — pretty much everything is in line with Canadian pricing –meaning everything is marked up a certain amount.
The store merchandise is neatly organized and offers clothing, housewares and some home décor stuff. But no food wares unfortunately — I wanted my strawberry chocolates; but that is ok.
This store chain is still tops in my books. Even if the pricing isn’t as low as I would like.
Because I came on the first day, it was a bit of a mess for lining up for stuff and to get in — I do expect that this will die down — but they have been pretty good with the crowd control and directing the lines in store for paying for stuff and for lining up to get in.