July 16, 2017
J-shop
Step into J-Shop and it’s like you’ve landed in Japan and walked into a mini-mart stocked with Japanese stationary, magazines, gift items, beauty products and groceries — including snacks, fresh fruits and vegetables, meat and even a fish market. The…
June 4, 2017
Cafe Lani, J-shop
When I’m in need of some refreshment, I don’t only go for the obvious ice-cold glass of lemonade or cool-and-creamy ice cream cone (though they are excellent choices, of course). Instead, ikura has become my foodie obsession of late because…
April 30, 2017
J-shop
As the summer months approach, J-Shop reminds patrons, to start thinking about the phrase “dining out” in a different way. “We wanted to give it a little twist to the meaning ‘dining out’ and literally take (food) outside of your…
March 26, 2017
J-shop
When Hawaii residents visit Japan, most often their favorite part of the trip is trying the food and picking out a variety of omiyage (gifts) that they can bring home for themselves and their loved ones. J-Shop gives its customers…
March 5, 2017
J-shop
It’s little wonder why locals and tourists quickly fall in love with the local Japanese culture. From the holidays and traditions to the tasty foods, Hawaii is heavily influenced by all that lies beneath the red sun. Enter J-Shop, a…
February 19, 2017
J-shop
From high-end steak houses to yakiniku restaurants, wagyu beef is the culinary scene’s star steak of the moment — but with a growing number of dining destinations claiming to offer the exclusive Japanese beef, it can be hard to know…
January 15, 2017
J-shop
Have you had the opportunity to visit Japan? If you’ve ever wanted to or plan on going eventually, stop by J-Shop in the meantime. The grocery store/eatery will make you feel like you’ve stepped into “the Land of the Rising…
December 18, 2016
J-shop
Hawaii is heavily influenced by Japanese culture, so it’s no wonder a place like J-Shop exists. According to owner Hideyoshi Takasawa, 95 percent of the grocery store’s products are imported from Japan, making it perfect for anyone craving authentic Japanese…
November 6, 2016
J-shop
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: Shokado Bento ($25-$100, for orders of 10 or more) Apristine shop with neatly placed items and a friendly staff that greets customers with a spirited “irrashaimase!” — “welcome” in Japanese — comes…
June 19, 2016
J-shop
With 95 percent of its products imported from Japan, J-Shop is the perfect place for anyone craving authentic Japanese flavors. The Makiki grocery store houses many high-quality ingredients and food items you can’t get anywhere else on Oahu. As soon…
