Daiso Japan

My daughter and I love Daiso!
We shopped at the Sepulveda location often and we were thrilled when this one opened in our neighborhood. My daughter loves the snacks, cute erasers and school supplies. I love the adorable dishes and kitchen items, beauty products, quirky tools and arts/​crafts supplies. I buy wool felt in bright colors at Daiso for FAR less than it costs anywhere else, a wonderful charcoal mask that detoxes my face, unique bento tools and containers for making my daughter’s school lunches special, the perfect bowls for ramen and salad, paint brushes, drip mats, sewing needles, etc. I especially love putting together an inexpensive gift for someone that will be unlike anything else they receive, complete with a fun card, adorable wrapping and decorations.
I also have to admit that I get such a kick out of reading the quotes on their stationery, tote bags, labels, etc. because the English translation can be hilarious sometimes, and just as often it becomes more poetic than I suspect was even intended.
Lastly, I notice that I always love the music that is playing at the Daiso on Western. I asked the cashier about it last time and she said it was just someone’s playlist. I didn’t want to waste her time but if the Daiso employee that playlist belongs to reads this review, please find me on Spotify!

You could spend and hour or more just looking around at a bunch of cool stuff you didn’t even knew you wanted or needed. After grabbing two armloads of stuff– I wasn’t expecting to buy much so i didnt grab a basket-​I proceeded to the check out and less than $ 20 later I went home happy! Very cool. I’ll be stopping in often…

Walk in and fell in love, went straight to what I was looking for, which was a cute false eyelashes case!?.

If you can find it at Daiso for $ 1.50, why pay more for it?
This Daiso is smaller than the other two locations in the South Bay — Torrance (on Hawthorne & Sepulveda) and Gardena (on Artesia and Normandie). It’s a bit out of the way, but I usually drop by when I’m in that mall which is filled with Japanese places — restaurants and market.
It’s definitely less busy here and items don’t really go out of stock. However, there are less choices to choose from.

This Daiso is located in the shopping center next to Mitsuwa; easy to walk to from the Mitsuwa parking lot but the entrance is on the Carson Street side. The interior seemed about the same size as other Daiso stores I’ve been to. It’s clean, organized and has great lighting. An observant and helpful employee saw me searching the aisles and asked if she could help me find anything; she took me right to what I wanted (I was way off the mark). I thought this store had a more varied inventory than other Daiso locations.
I think it’s a good idea to buy multiple items if you find something you really like. I have purchased things in the past at Daiso and have gone back to get the same item a few months later only to realize they no longer have it and never will.
I ended up purchasing tea bags, a cutting board, sponge, slippers and a bottle of Calpico. They only have one checkout line here unlike other locations where they have separate lines for cash or credit (but the line still moves quickly).

This Daiso is in a very convenient location. It’s right next to the 85° Bakery and the Mitsuwa Marketplace. It has a good selection of things to choose from. Not the biggest one I’ve seen but definitely a decent sized shop.

Small store but got more goodies than other daiso’s I would say this store is superb! Always got new stuff and other things!

I lived in Japan for a very long time & Daiso was a necessity of my life lol so when I moved to America & lost the luxury of having a Daiso on every corner I did have a crisis moment. :-p
Daiso in America is hardly comparable to the stores in Japan BUT I am happy that they have brought a piece of it to the states. For the group of Daisos that are in the states this is one of the nicer ones! (I’ve been to one in Washington State & it was a nightmare). I actually found a lot of the same stuff that used to be at my local home town Daiso here that I used regularly. I was also able to find a lot of things I needed around the house that I didn’t want to cash out $ 20 for at Target, especially since the quality of Daiso is actually often much better even though it’s only $ 1.50 here ($ 1 if you’re in Japan btw).
This store is clean & bright inside which if you know me I am stickler for (high maintenance). It’s right next door to Mitsuwa Marketplace so convenient if you need to go grocery shopping or want more Japanese/​Asian stuff.
My only complaint is that Japanese cashier was beyond awkward. I could feel her anti-​socialness seeping its way into my soul… uncomfortable!

Great selection of items to choose from that range from things like: stationary, snacks, bowls, plates, cups, glassware, storage, gardening, pets, kitchen tools, car/​home tools, brushes, some clothing apparel, laundry and other random items that you didn’t think you need! I love getting the gift bags and the best find is a metal soap thing that you use to wash your hands with to get rid of onion, fish and garlic scents! I wouldn’t really recommend you getting the glassware and ceramic dishes if you plan to heat them… not bpa friendly and you don’t want that tainting your food or drinks. All sales are final too. Great place, especially helps if you’re on a budget too.

Same as the other daisos but BIGGER. If you’re not familiar, I’ll lazily copy the review I did for the Koreatown daiso for your reading pleasure:
I love this place! It is like a Japanese version of the dollar store, but better due to higher quality items. Those familiar with the 100 yen shops in Japan know exactly what I’m talking about. There are a variety of products ranging from household goods, to beauty/​hygiene items, stationary, dishes, cookware, snacks, and more. Everything is $ 1.50 or less. The cookware/​dishes are quite durable and last a while. We still have tongs, spatulas, beer glasses, and more that we bought a few years back. And of course many of the items have a touch of that Japanese cuteness that they’re famous for. A cool place to check out at least once, and don’t be afraid to go crazy, as it only $ 1.50…until you have a full basket.

Daiso Japan is equivalent to our 99 cent store.
They have really cheap trinkets, glassware’s, utensils, clothes you name it that have it. I actually buy a lot of food and drinks and here is a list of what i usually get. These are a must!
Y o k a n
Its a common dessert treat from Japan. It is usually made from a sweet red bean paste and is given an even sweeter flavor by mixing it with sugar, honey, brown sugar, or molasses. It is gelatin like, and can be cut into thin slices to share with family or friends. I buy a hand full of the different flavors.
T e n n e n k o u b o J a p a n e s e M a p l e B r e a d
It’s a delicious maple bread pastry has a light and fluffy texture with a creamy, buttery taste, just like fresh baked bread. With a subtle essence of flavor, instead of an overpowering one. They also have Red Bean, Chocolate, Coffee, Cheese, Brown sugar flavors. I buy one of each but they are a little expensive.
D r i e d S h r e d d e d S p i c y S q u i d K i z a m i
It’s salty, spicy, and chewy dried shredded squid. Red chili peppers give it a kick of heat. Its like the beef jerky of the sea! It’s perfect with a beer before or with dinner. I like it.
P o c k y M a t c h a
The crunchy biscuit stick is coated with a smooth layer of sweet green tea cream. It is irresistible to just eat one stick. These cookies are the best. They also have different flavors like Strawberry and Chocolate. These are a must.
Y a m a s h i r o K a g o s h i m a C h a G r e e n T e a
Kagoshima is famous for its mild climate, its total absence of factories or anything else that could pollute the air, and the extremely high standards the tea farms hold themselves to. Great tea to try.
N o n g S h i m S h i n R a m y u n
If you love ramen and spicy food, then you gotta try these noodles. Oishi né.
H i — C h e w A s s o r t e d
These assorted soft chews in banana, grape, strawberry, and green apple flavors are wrapped in the dreamy yogurt coating for the perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess. Grab a banana chew if you want creaminess, a grape chew if you’re craving a subtle sweetness, the strawberry for a burst of juicy, or the apple for a puckering tartness
D a r s M i l k C h o c o l a t e
it’s a popular Japanese chocolate bar, famous for its rich texture and satisfying taste. The secret ingredient here is the hazelnut paste, which adds a smooth richness that separates this from the usual American chocolate bars.
OMG the best chocolate i have ever tried. Making my mouth water.
M e i j i K i n o k o n o Y a m a M u s h r o o m C h o c o l a t e
These mushroom shaped chocolate covered cookies are wildly popular! Good luck trying not to eat the whole box! :)
M e l a m i n e s p o n g e
This is a magic eraser sponge that is usually sold for around $ 5 bucks or so. Here at Daiso it’s $ 1 dollar and it’s the best sponge ever.
These are just some of the sweets that i always buy when i visit Daiso. I highly recommend you try one or if not all of these sweet i have listed. They are so good.
P a y m e n t
This place accepts cash and debit but all sales are final. No returns.
O v e r a l l
They have a lot of great deal and this location in Torrance is perfect because it’s in the same shopping center as Mitsuwa Market. So you can go the next.
Thanks for Reading.
Matthew Y.

This place is evil! But… I love it!
Everything is $ 1.50 and their is a wide selection of useful items.
The store is always clean and staff is very friendly!

My baby cousin loves to shop here, so I am frequently dragged by her as she peruses through the toy section, leaving me no time to look for my own stuff. :P
When I do come here on my own time, however, I notice that it’s always clean with a modern interior. Everything is organized and the products are great quality for such a low price. The only downside is that whenever I buy mechanical pencils or colored pencils, they seem to break much more easier than I anticipated.
All in all, when I am looking for something high quality and only for a few dollars, I never really go anywhere else but Daiso!

Review #300… Woohoo!!!
I don’t live anywhere near a Daiso. So when I’m in town visiting my family, this is one of my stops. This location is located in the same plaza as 85 Degrees Bakery and Mitsuwa, where the old Chinese buffet was.
Like people have said in other reviews, this location is a bit smaller. The aisles are smaller as well. However, they don’t lack in merchandise. Everything is organized by section. Toys, office supplies, kitchenware, etc. they have something for you every need. There are also hidden surprises you’ll realize you don’t need until you see it. Everything is $ 1.50 unless it’s marked otherwise. In the past I’ve found a broom/​dustpan set, an iPad stand, cute Tupperware and other tchotchkes. I also like their selection of Asian snacks and candy.
Two thumbs up! I’m a fan!!!

This Daiso is inside the shopping center that houses Mitsuwa. It’s in the corner of Carson and Torrance.
This Daiso is big with everything that you may need. Everything is $ 1.50 unless marked otherwise. You can find surprisingly useful items here.

Kawaii Products from Japan for mostly $ 1.50?! Why yes, please! This location Is very close to me so I always seem to have some kind of excuse to swing on by.
I’ve been a fan of Daiso products since Marukai use to own their own version of 99 cent stores. Almost everything they carried had Daiso marked, so it was a matter of time before Daiso Corp branched out on their own in the US.
They provide cute little shopping carts that doesn’t take up much space. A big plus in my book! Makes maneuvering through aisles a lot easier & less painful. You can find a plethora of interesting stocking stuffers. :) Hahaha, it can get a little dangerous shopping here. It’s so easy to buy things you don’t need!
Customer service seems to remain consistent in every Daiso store I’ve visited. Warm, friendly, and inviting. Rules remains the same: all sales are final, no returns or exchanges. So make sure you inspect your prospective purchases before checking out.
I’m definitely a fan of Daiso products & will continue to be a return customer! Thanks for making your products extremely affordable.

While his is not my favorite Daiso location, I love their goods, so I am still a
huge fan.
The parking lot can be a mess, the store gets pretty full and is kind of small and cramped, but I never leave without finding a ton of cute stuff that won’t break the bank at $ 1.50 each.
Great for beauty items, unique snacks, home décor, everything really, just in small, colorful and very cute, cannot drive past here without stopping!

I love Daiso stores, whenever I encounter a new own along my travels I can’t resist popping-​in if I have a few minutes to spare. You can’t really say they are all the same, since product varies from store to store, they have exactly the same staples but they do vary on items and are noticeable to the frequent Daiso shopper.
Not everything in the store is $ 1.50 there are items such as a large curtain rod go for $ 5 and baby wipes go for $ 1. So the price is marked with a sticker. If no sticker, it’s $ 1.50! For the fellow foodie Unilocaler, I suggest a look-​see through in the snack section you can find green tea flavored Pockey and fluffy bread rolls that are great for breakfast.
Smaller than other Daiso stores it makes due with the space given, easy to navigate sections with clear signs on what sections you’re in.
Other than cheap and cute products they are also good for a good laugh, Engrish translations and just odd products such as this one.

I came here on a Saturday afternoon… This location is just. meh!
Clarification on location: Its «down the street» from, not next to, Mitsuwa. Its in the same shopping plaza as 85degree Bakery off Carson and Western.
I’ve been to many Daiso location and this is the 2^nd smallest Daiso I’ve been to, with the Artesia location on Pioneer being the smallest. Compared to the Irvine, Buena Park or even Gardena location, this particular location has very little to offer.
I wanted a specific snack, and they didn’t carry it.
I wanted a pill box, and their selection was limited.
They had merchandise spewed all over the top of the merchandise display or on the floor, and the shelves were not stocked.
Considering Daiso’s are popping up everywhere, I can’t give this more than a 3, A-​ok, review.

I came here the day after it opened and all I can say is I love this place! I’m use to the Dollarama and other Dollar stores we have in Canada that sell mostly the same inferior yet cheap made in China product. Daiso (most items under $ 1.50) larked back to my memories of being in Japan in the 100 yen stores back in the year 2000! Plus made in Japan!
I scored some great items on my visit! Some $ 1.50 Japanese LED paper lanterns! Some self masaging items (did I say $ 1.50?). Also some paper fans and even a pink digital watch (for my daughter… again $ 1.50)!! Seriously… how can you go wrong? It’s like a throwback to the corner hardware store but most things are $ 1.50!
It’s a great place for your staple items or to go search the place to see what you can possibly buy for hella cheap! Check it out! I bet you shall be uniquely surprised!