Just about every city in America has a Japanese community that is supported by Japanese retail. If you want to get a small taste of what it would be like to shop in Japan, stop by your local Japanese store. You'll be amazed by what you'll find.I find that I enjoy walking up and down the store aisles, exploring a sea of new products. I wonder what everything is, and what everything is used for. If you've ever wanted to make sushi (which is fun to do), a Japanese market is the place to go. You'll most likely need some assistance in understanding the products available, since most of the packaging will be in Japanese. Ask any sales clerk for help and they'll be glad to assist you in finding what you're looking for and maybe even something new.
Umajimaya Asian market is located in Seattle, Bellevue, and Beaverton, Oregon. The store includes food, books, sushi restaurant, clothing, and gifts.
