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Husband-&-wife-run shop specializing in chic homeware made by Japanese artists, plus books & cards.
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Reviews — 8
Westside destination for Japanese goods. Not to be missed when visiting LA.
The most beautiful things at this store that used to be on Abbot Kinney… worth going to and a lot closer than Japan
Despite not selling any tortoises here, this place has some beautiful artisanal crafts that make for great gifts.
I Love, Love, Love ❤️ this store and I miss it so much since I’m back in Germany!
If you are located in LA or are visiting LA, this store is a must!!!
Staff are extremely friendly and all the stuff there are so beautiful and unique ❤️
If you are located in LA or are visiting LA, this store is a must!!!
Staff are extremely friendly and all the stuff there are so beautiful and unique ❤️
Every time we are in a LA we visit the shop. It moved to a new location, feels a bit different now but still a very nice selection of Japanese households goods.
They have all kinds of cozy stuff and I get zen feeling here too. Online shopping experience with them is great too but I'd always prefer to visit the store physically every few months to keep me updated. Keep in mind that they are closed on Mondays.
My husband and I always wondered what "Tortoise General Store" was, so we felt the need to pop in over the weekend. What IS this place? A 7-Eleven type store, a liquor shop, a small grocery store?
Never mind the kimono I was wearing, I had no idea how appropriate it would be....
Upon entering, a curation of Japanese goods welcomed us as we perused the shelves. Clothes, pottery, watches, shoes, lights, décor and more at this trendy yet cultured store. The lady behind the counter was friendly and said it'd be no problem to take some photos, wahoo!
With LA's incredibly diverse population, it's normal to walk into a store and feel like you've been transported to that country. That's what happens in Tortoise, you're transported to Japan. The store feels like a museum as well, with pottery and items on display that are so pretty you don't know if you can buy them or not, (but guess what, you CAN)!
If you dig culture, minimalist style, items for your home and love to shop locally then you must stop in Tortoise! Support Local Stores!
IG: @WestsideKat
Never mind the kimono I was wearing, I had no idea how appropriate it would be....
Upon entering, a curation of Japanese goods welcomed us as we perused the shelves. Clothes, pottery, watches, shoes, lights, décor and more at this trendy yet cultured store. The lady behind the counter was friendly and said it'd be no problem to take some photos, wahoo!
With LA's incredibly diverse population, it's normal to walk into a store and feel like you've been transported to that country. That's what happens in Tortoise, you're transported to Japan. The store feels like a museum as well, with pottery and items on display that are so pretty you don't know if you can buy them or not, (but guess what, you CAN)!
If you dig culture, minimalist style, items for your home and love to shop locally then you must stop in Tortoise! Support Local Stores!
IG: @WestsideKat
