Mitsuwa Marketplace: Your Destination for Authentic Japanese Cuisine and Groceries

I recently visited this Japanese market and had such a great experience! The place is clean, well-organized, and full of authentic Japanese products that you can’t easily find elsewhere. From fresh seafood and premium cuts of meat to imported snacks, ramen, sauces, and seasonal ingredients, everything looked high-quality and carefully selected. The staff were friendly, polite, and very helpful when I needed recommendations. The atmosphere also feels very cozy—almost like stepping into a small market in Japan. There’s also a small food corner where you can grab ready-to-eat meals, sushi, bentos, and desserts. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Overall, this market is perfect for anyone who loves Japanese food or wants to explore new ingredients. The prices are reasonable for imported goods, and the variety is excellent. I’ll definitely come back again! Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This place is amazing. As an Asian grocer's they have a huge selection. What really stands out and draws me in is the food court and bookstore. Possibly the best selection of foods in any one location other than Chinatown. Also gochapon!!!

This place will bring me back to Chicagoland over and over DREAMING about being a local. Next time I know to be in line at 10:30a on Sunday for the Udon shop. The fish in their deli packed sushi is the freshest thing in all of my hometown. 100/10

Visited the marketplace on the weekend. The grocery selection is huge and prices are reasonable. I bought roll cakes and drinks, which were tasty. The staffs are friendly and helpful. Overall, a great place to shop for Japanese treats.

Truly amazing Japanese market, filled to the brim with delights of all kinds. Visiting this place felt less like a grocery trip and more of an immersive experience. They sadly lost a star, due to not accepting EBT (which is important to me, personally). It won’t stop me from visiting again, though!

Visiting family from way out of the area. They’ve been here many times. Day after Thanksgiving and the place was utterly packed. I quite appreciated the food court and bakery. The attached bookstore is perfect for those manga/anime lovers (not me), and the 11 year old niece was grimacing at the female anime figurines in the corner “with the big ones”. Hard to explain why they were pretty out there, but this market caters to a wide range of tastes…

upermarket. The selection is impressive—everything from authentic sauces, ramen, and snacks to fresh vegetables and beautifully cut seafood. Their sushi bar offers consistently fresh and delicious options, and the bakery items are a treat. The store is exceptionally clean, and the layout makes it easy to navigate without feeling crowded. Staff members are always friendly, welcoming, and willing to help you find exactly what you need. The prices are fair for the quality, and there are many unique items you won’t find in regular grocery stores. If you enjoy Japanese cuisine or just appreciate high-quality food and great service, this supermarket is definitely worth visiting. It opens at 9am daily !

So much amazing merch and food from Japan. The snack selection, food court, and the book store are my fave. There are so many different hot, fresh food options. Definitely a cool place to walk around and leave with a full stomach.