Welcome to Mitsuwa Marketplace
Mitsuwa Marketplace offers a vibrant glimpse into Japanese culture right in the heart of Arlington Heights, IL. As the largest Japanese store in the U.S., it delights visitors with a diverse food court featuring authentic ramen, sushi, and unique treats like mochi ice cream. The marketplace also boasts an extensive grocery section stocked with beloved Japanese products, from fresh fish to specialty snacks, and a dedicated bookstore showcasing Japanese literature. Clean, accessible, and family-friendly, Mitsuwa is not just a place to shop; it’s an experience that transports you to Japan, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers and culture enthusiasts alike.
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100 E Algonquin Rd Arlington Heights, IL 60005 United States Hotline: (847) 956-6699
Welcome to Mitsuwa Marketplace, a culinary oasis located at 100 E Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights, IL. This renowned international grocery store stands as a beacon for those seeking authentic Japanese cuisine and culture in the heart of the Midwest. With its extensive selection of products and delightful food court, Mitsuwa promises an immersive experience that transports you straight to Japan.
As you step inside, you are greeted by the vibrant atmosphere and the intriguing aroma of freshly prepared dishes. Here are some highlights that make Mitsuwa a must-visit:
- Authentic Japanese Cuisine: The food court serves a variety of mouth-watering options from ramen to sushi, ensuring even the pickiest eaters find something delicious. Notably, their ramen has been described as having a rich, meaty broth with perfectly cooked noodles, and the sushi is impressively large and fresh.
- Diverse Grocery Selection: Stocking everything from fresh fish to preserved snacks, Mitsuwa features aisles populated with authentic Japanese products, including specialty items like sushi-making kits and artisanal mochi. Don't forget to stop by the famous Kinokuniya Bookstore for a captivating selection of Japanese literature and stationery.
- Family-Friendly Environment: Mitsuwa embraces families and groups, making it a great spot for lunch or dinner where both children and adults can explore new tastes together. With plenty of seating available and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s perfect for creating lasting memories.
- Accessibility and Convenience: The marketplace is ADA-compliant, offers wireless internet, and accepts multiple payment options including credit cards and cryptocurrency, ensuring a hassle-free shopping experience for everyone.
Customers rave about the cleanliness of the store and the enthusiastic staff who are ready to assist. While prices may be higher than average, the quality and breadth of the offerings justify the cost. One visitor encapsulated the experience perfectly, stating that "Mitsuwa is the closest thing you can get to experiencing Japan in Chicago."
Whether you're a longtime aficionado of Japanese cuisine or a curious newcomer, Mitsuwa Marketplace invites you to indulge in a world of flavors and tradition. Come visit their food court for a hearty bowl of ramen, grab some matcha-flavored snacks, or simply explore the myriad of unique products available. This marketplace stands as a testament to the richness of Japanese culinary culture and the joy of communal dining.
Make sure to check their website for upcoming events, happy hour specials, and seasonal offers that can enhance your visit even further. Come take a culinary journey that goes beyond the plate — venture into the vibrant world of Mitsuwa Marketplace!
It's a great place that's clean and well stocked. Not the best price around, but definitely clean and has most of your Japanese needs. The food court is pretty awesome, with the best ramen house around. Used to be cash only and now it's credit only lol. Lots of delicious snack corners and bakery as well. Plus a dedicated One Piece store!
Food Court: 8/10 Closest thing you can get to experiencing Japan in Chicago. This marketplace has a food court, with different restaurants to choose food from. Ramen had such a meaty, thick broth, and the noodles were al dente, with tender pork bits. Eel needed to be marinated and grilled more. Crepe was good aesthetically pleasing, the fruit inside was good, but it could use less whipped cream. Grocery store: 10/10 Wide selection of Japanese goods both fresh food (meat/fish aisle) and preserved goods (chips, ramen, etc). There is even a bakery, where you can buy fresh break and cake. It's nice that it even has a skincare/makeup aisle where you can buy Japanese goods that are hard to find elsewhere like heroine make mascara, biore sunscreen, and keana nadeshiko face mask. Kinokuniya Book Store: 10/10 If you are a fan of Japanese books and manga this place has everything you need. They sell a lot of fancy pens and markers, Japanese and non Japanese alike. They also have a small aisle of Japanese toys and plushies.
Mitsuwa Marketplace is a very cool place. The store has a food court with several great vendors where you can get here delicious ramen, sushi and mochi ice cream. Lots of imported good including books from Japan. I think this is a must visit place on the northshore even just once it's a fun visit.
This was definitely a journey from the south side of Chicago ... 2.5 hours roundtrip! So worth it! Due to my long-time craving of authentic Japanese sushi, I knew I had to go. They offer a plethora of Japanese products. From seaweed to fruits to soy sauces, they have it all! Because this one-stop shop's inventory is so vast, their high price tags demonstrate just that. They have a bakery & a variety of different Japanese cuisines in the food court as well as grocery self check outs. Rather than waiting, I opted to buy their ready-made sushi from the market itself. As my picture shows, they're definitely bigger than average sushi restaurant sizes. Craving satisfied! As with any other establishment, I hoped they would remodel, at least the washrooms. It could use a good coat of paint & some new lighting.
One of the best marketplaces I've been to, spent 2 hours in here and still believe I missed out on a lot! First, the food options here are astounding. There was boba, sushi, ramen, crepes, confectionery, etc. There's a dedicated Japanese grocery store as well from types of fishes to appliances and other everyday items. Besides food, there's a local bookstore that carries Japanese literature and gifts. It wasn't ready when I visited, but they're building a Gashapon machine area too! I recommend going to their online website to look at local deals and any upcoming events. Definitely going to revisit if I'm in the area and will be my go-to place!
My new favorite place in Chicago! It has a Books Kinokunia (Japanese Bookstore), a Japanese grocery store, and a food court with all the delicious japanese food! I was so over stimulated, but in a good way. My only regret is that I did not come into this place hungry. We went on a lunch time on a saturday, so there was a lot of people. But even though, our party was able to find a seat right away, and got our food in a reasonable time
05/12/24 - A belated thank you Irene for the dinner @ Mitsuwa on Mothers Day w/you and the kids. We had a good time. Mitsuwa is the largest Japanese store in Chicago & America w/11 other locations in Torrence, Irvine, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Monica, LA Northridge, Costa Mesa, San Gabriel, Costa Rica Mesa, New Jersey, Plano Texas & Waikiki. They have a large selection of Japanese products wa large food court w/a nice variety of Japanese food. They also have a huge selection of excellent quality sushi, Japanese baked goods, all sorts of Asian/Japanese products & a large book store. Come on out and spend some rime perusing Mitsuwa & see what it has to offer. It will be worth your time