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Japanese Fair: Wakayama Fair 2026

Welcome to the 2026 Wakayama Fair, a celebration of the rich culinary traditions of one of Japan’s hidden gems, Wakayama. Join us at partici...

Kagome Yasai Seikatsu 100 vegetable juice with carrot and orange, no added sugar or color

Kagome’s Everyday Vegetable Drinks

Kagome is a long-established Japanese vegetable beverage brand known for its popular Yasaiseikatsu100 and 100% vegetable juices. Yasaiseikat...

Gloved hand holding sushi roll with colorful toppings at food event

A Modern Hand Roll Bar is in Yorba Linda and West Covina!

Experience a Fresh Take on Sushi at Handroll Factory! Every roll is made just for you — served one at a time for peak freshness and a fun, i...

Traditional Japanese pagoda and wooden buildings in historic Kyoto temple district

Japanese Fair: Osaka Kyoto Fair 2026

Welcome to the 2026 Osaka Kyoto Fair, a celebration of the rich culinary traditions of two of Japan’s most iconic food capitals. Join us at...

Traditional Japanese temple building with red pillars, curved black roof, and ornate decorations

Japanese Fair: Kyushu Fair 2026

Welcome to the delightful culinary wonders at the Kyushu Fair in 2026, showcasing the exquisite products from the Kyushu region, Fukuoka, Sa...

Tokyo Central NEW Rice Stamp Card promotion featuring green, gold, and black loyalty card variants

Rice Stamp Card Program Is Expanding!

The Rice Stamp Card Program is now expanding to more locations! Start collecting stamps today and enjoy great prizes with every purchase.

Tokyo Central Japanese grocery store exterior with green neon signage and entrance

EMERYVILLE STORE Grand Opening on 1/31/2026!

Tokyo Central Brings Authentic Japanese Experience to Bay Street Emeryville, the City’s Vibrant Urban Village. 東京セントラルが2026年1月31日に Bay Stree...

Hand Roll Factory restaurant interior with counter, staff, and menu display board

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...

Hot pot with fish cake, tofu, mushrooms, and vegetables in black ceramic bowl

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...

Tonkatsu with rice, served on decorative plate with green leaf garnish

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 castle with cherry blossoms blooming against blue sky

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...

Daikon radish roots cut in half on blue surface with water droplets

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...

Tokyo Central Happy New Year Giveaway promotion for members, January 23-25

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...

Roasted sweet potatoes with steaming flesh exposed on dark wooden surface

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.

Hot pot with broth, beef, noodles, vegetables, and mushrooms on wooden table

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...

Year End Sale promotion featuring traditional Japanese osechi bento boxes, 12/11-1/1

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 custard desserts in glass ramekins with star anise and cinnamon sticks

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...

Tokyo Central Specialty Market 5% discount promotion for email subscribers on purchases over $75

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...

Tokyo Central Costa Mesa Store Renewal Open Big Sale November 13-19

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...

Creative pancake art with chocolate spread and candy eyes arranged on beige plate

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...

Elaborate Japanese New Year osechi bento boxes with seafood, vegetables, and traditional dishes on red background

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 served on black cast iron plate with bonito flakes, mayo, pickled ginger

Okonomiyaki Recipe

Savory, fluffy, and endlessly satisfying—Okonomiyaki is one of Japan’s most beloved soul foods. Often described as a “Japanese pancake” or “...

Autumn lake landscape with red maple trees, mountains, and clear blue water reflection

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...

Assorted sushi hand rolls with ikura, tuna, and fresh vegetables on wooden board

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...

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