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Hand Roll Factory Opens at the New Emeryville Store!
Experience a Fresh Take on Sushi at Handroll Factory at the New TOKYO CENTRAL Emeryville! Come visit today and taste the art of the modern h...
Make Nabe Hot Pot at Home
Japanese hot pot, also known as Nabe, is a simmering stew cooked at the table and shared with family or friends. Using commercial broth and...
Kimukatsu Grand Opening at Tokyo Central PCH Torrance
Millefeuille of pork is made by carefully layering only the delicious parts of carefully selected pork loin into thin slices. Enjoy the real...
Japanese Fair: Tokai Fair 2026
Welcome to the delightful culinary wonders at the Tokai Fair in 2025, showcasing the exquisite products from Shizuoka, Aichi, Gifu, and Mie...
Nagaimo from Aomori Return to TOKYO CENTRAL!
Tasty and Nutritious! Fresh Yamaimo from Aomori, Japan, is returning to Tokyo Central! Available for a limited time and quantities—don’t mis...
HAPPY NEW YEAR GIVEAWAY!
From January 23rd to 25th, each Tokyo Central and Marukai Market will select and announce lucky winners from our membership program every da...
Elevate your Yakiimo experience this season!
Yakiimo, or traditional Japanese baked sweet potatoes, is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed with both sweet and savory toppings.
Sukiyaki Recipe
A classic Japanese hot pot that blends tradition, sweetness, and the warmth of gathering around the table. Ready in 20 minutes with a single...
2025 YEAR END SALE at TOKYO CENTRAL
Visit All TOKYO CENTRAL and Marukai Market for our Year End Sale! Order Osechi and Party Trays online and pick-up at your nearest store. Too...
Pumpkin Purin Recipe
Pumpkin Purin is a dessert that combines caramel custard pudding, known as purin, with Japanese kabocha squash. It s the perfect seasonal de...
Miracle Splash: 5% Saver Chance
Tokyo Central now offers even more value for our loyal in-store shoppers. With the Miracle Splash program, you’ll receive 5% off purchases o...
Costa Mesa Store Renewal Sale!
Join us in celebrating the Gardena Store’s 30th Anniversary! From Thursday, 6/5 to Wednesday, 6/11, enjoy an exclusive One Week Sale, Bluefi...
Dorayaki Recipe
Dorayaki (どら焼き) is a beloved Japanese sweet made of two castella-like pancakes sandwiched with sweet red bean paste (anko). Its name comes f...
Osechi Traditional New Year s Food
Osechi Ryori Enjoying and Sharing New Year s Special Foods! As the year is coming to its end, everyone is running around
Okonomiyaki Recipe
Savory, fluffy, and endlessly satisfying—Okonomiyaki is one of Japan’s most beloved soul foods. Often described as a “Japanese pancake” or “...
Japanese Fair: Tohoku Fair 2025
Discover Local Delicacies at the Tohoku Fair! Welcome to the culinary wonders at the Tohoku Fair at selected Tokyo Central locations from 10...
Temaki Sushi Recipe
🍚🍣Roll your own hand rolls at home! Roll your own hand rolls at home! Pick your favorite toppings and customize it to your own liking Grab...
Japanese Fair: Ehime/Shikoku Fair 2025
Discover Local Delicacies at the Ehime/Shikoku Fair! Experience the culinary wonders at the Ehime / Shikoku Fair this October! Join us at se...
Koikeya Karamucho Strong Sriracha Chili Sauce Chips
Grab osme Koikeya Karamucho Strong Sriracha Chili Sauce Chips from Tokyo Central! They’re crispy, sour, and spicy!
Kubota Sake Tasting Event at the Irvine Store on 9/20 21!
Asahi Shuzo Kubota Sake Tasting Event Come join us and experience the authentic taste of Japanese sake! 朝日酒造の久保田の日本酒試飲会が9/20(土)、9/21(金)の両日アー...
NIKAIDO Shochu Tasting Event at the Gardena Store on 9/20 21!
NIKAIDO Shochu Tasting Event: Come join us and experience the smooth taste of NIKAIDO shochu! 大分むぎ焼酎・二階堂の試飲会が9/20(土)、9/21(金)の両日ガーデナ店にて開催！
Discover Pasta Stories at PCH Torrance!
Pasta Stories is a story through food. Conveying the message of the region through pasta. パスタを通して日本各地のメッセージを伝える「Pasta Stories」が東京セントラルPCHトーラ...
New Jonetz Hokkaido Curry
Jonetz Hokkaido Curry is Now Available! Our new Jonetz Hokkaido Curry is now available in Mushroom and Vegetable flavors! Each box includes...
Japanese Fair: Tokyo Fair 2025
First time at TOKYO CENTRAL! Experience the culinary wonders at the Tokyo Fair this September! Join us at the selected Tokyo Central locatio...