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Grand Opening for Japanese Supermarket ‘Tokyo Central’ (East Bay)

Saturday, January 31, 2026 - 8:00 am to 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Bay Street Emeryville | 5616 Bay St, Emeryville, CA

Tokyo Central, the much-anticipated Japanese grocery chain coming to Bay Street Emeryville (5603 Bay Street), has finally announced its opening date. The store will open on January 31, 2026, with a grand-opening weekend running through February 1. It’s the East Bay’s first Tokyo Central and only the second Bay Area location, joining the store in Cupertino.

Inside the 40,000+ sq. ft. store, you’ll find fresh sushi, sashimi, and bento boxes prepared daily, a wide selection of imported Japanese snacks, ramen, and pantry staples, and Japanese beer, sake, and other beverages. The store also carries health and beauty items, cosmetics, home goods, and wellness products.

The store will also feature an upscale Japanese restaurant, though the menu hasn’t been announced yet.

Related Story: Brand New Japanese Supermarket Coming to the East Bay8/15/2024

 

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Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Eating & Drinking, In Person, Shopping & Fashion
Address: 5616 Bay St, Emeryville, CA