Q Pop Shop

Went today to the new location today. Got a bunch of stuff. I must say the girl working was so unbelievably rude and fake! It was a turn off.

I don’t know if they shut down or they are just under construction but the store has a construction fence up and is not open!

This seemed like a really cool shop from the outside, but there’s something about this store I don’t feel comfortable in. I think it was the dustiness of the products (like they’ve been there a LONG time) and all the signs saying, ‘Don’t touch!’. It was pretty expensive for toys and little cute things. Plus, it’s mostly for girls. I have 2 boys who are really into Animé and all things Japanese. They didn’t find much in here. Just a 2×3 print. We won’t waste our time here again, unfortunately.

I was around when Q Pop first opened its doors and I can say with complete honesty that they have only gotten better although it was bloody cool to begin with.
Their art shows truly do reflect the BEST and I mean the BEST of what this genre — whatever you want to call it (Asian/​Japanified Pop Art, etc) — represents. They curate. They don’t just throw up what’s popular.
The staff are extremely knowledgeable to the point where if you thought you were a nerd, you’re about to find out that you only have an orange belt… but they’re on their 7^th dan… yes Chris… I’m talking to you… I’m still a nerd though. Otaku… that is…
I’ve not only bought some awesome items here — from my Doraemon man-​purse, to beautiful art books only available in Japan to wickedly cool tees and figures — but it’s the entire visual feast of what this place is about that needs to be taken in. The interiors and exterior are just fantastic.
Owners Chris and Miki are super nice — and Chris is a straight shooter with definite opinions on art, animé, etc. and an encyclopedic knowledge of manga which is sort of what you used to find back in the good old days… when we had comic and animé stores… that you could actually walk into.
LA is always about the Mom/​Pop but then when faced with it… is it really? Q POP is a Mom/​Pop (no offense Miki lol) and is one of the FEW Japanese vibed spots still left in what is supposed to be the Japanese cultural hub of Los Angeles.
They’re the kind of place that I love to support as they support the community with their amazing creative vision, and local artists of all shapes and sizes.
Tatsunda Joe!

I have to agree with Toshiro D. here and say that Q POP is a stand out creative space, with some of the nicest art I have seen in the US.
Not to draw a straight comparison, but spots like Gallery 1988 just don’t have the range of artists and quality level that you find at Q Pop… and while the space is small… it’s just the right size for Little Tokyo, reflecting the energy and creativity that the arts district, and Japanese community SHOULD be all about.
Love when Chris brings in his own personal animé artifacts… and then offers them for sale… even if I can’t afford them… lol
Btw, if you are a Go Nagai fan — this is your new home!

I’ve been to this shop before to windowshop but haven’t bought anything recently until the most recent art exhibition show they had with japanese artist KONATSUYA.
She designed a cat kaiju toy that won awards and the show focused around other artists contributing their designs onto the blank cat toy. Amazing! (see my photo collage of favorites)
There were other artists like Luke Chueh, Amy Sol, Miss Kika, Angry Woebots, SketOne, and lot more! All the designs were so intricate.
She also had her paintings displayed on the wall too.
The best part was that she was there in person, sketching for customers that bought at least $ 20 worth of merchandise from the store. That was easy on my part, since I bought her iPhone 5 case of her art. So I scored a personal sketch from her that depicted a Shiba Kaiju. So adorable!
Can’t wait to attend more galleries from this shop: D

Cool little art gallery /​clothing /​knik knack shop. They feature local artists as well as native Japanese artists. Every month they have a new art show featuring a theme or an artist. Some of the shows are very good… others are just ok. Nevertheless I always try to stop by and see the talented artists. They always have some interesting shirts and vinyl figures. They do always seem to have some exotic Japanese imports to peak my interest. There are fewer and fewer of these stores that still exist… I hope this one continues the art.

Chris
Thanks for responding back. My review was never about the artists, or their artwork, it was towards your «art show» opening and the lack of organization skills that went on that day, as for my niece’s elementary «art show» it actually was BETTER organized. And seeing as how I’m not the only one that has reviewed your gallery’s organization skills and the cutting in line I stand by my review. And thanks for the advice I’ll be sure to find my niece an agent sometime in the near future.

Chris M,
Thanks for responding to my opinion. It shows that you really care about the reputation of your store. In regards to the Sailor Moon «event», there were two lines. The security guard confirmed with us that the other line was for the invited guests and family members of the artists. However, he didn’t have an efficient verification process before letting those guests in. Because there was lack of communication and organization, there was unnecessary «cut-​ins» which was not fair for guests. I hope you understand my frustration.

Cute stuff, great art from amazing artists, but quite disorganized and inconsistent customer service.
They have cute handmade jewelry from various artists, and super cute Swimmer brand products — stickers, bags, clips, and much more. Unfortunately, most of the cute rings they have do not fit me, but that’s okay because it saves me money.
A few Japanese fashion brand clothing are sold here as well, especially for that gothic fashion look.
Selections of blind box and vinyl toys appear here too. Saves a trip to kid robot in Hollywood though.
If you’re a Japanese doll person, you miiiiight be in luck. They have Blythe and dal dolls once a while, but the selection is very limited.
Qpop also have exhibits. They’re super cute, and it’s fun to see the art, but the space is very limited, and I agree with other Unilocalers — it’s so disorganized.
1. Not much information is given regarding the events. I’ll use the recent Sailor Moon one as an example. We know that there’s a sailor moon exhibit and that it will be at qpop. It turned out that lots of people showed up, got super crowded, and left many frustrated and disappointed as some traveled quite a distance to the event.
2. They had a preview sale, so some people got to view a password protected page and «claim» pieces before offered to the «public.»
3. No status on the number of prints they will sell. One day, there are a few, and artists bring more other days. They put them by the register, so you can easily see them.
4. Some workers are way more nice and informative than others. One was super informative and gave me some info on the pricing and what not, and another simply said the piece hasn’t been priced yet, and did not offer a notice to tell me when it will become available /​when the price will be set.
Anyways, it’s a cute place to check out some unique items in one place. :)

A lot of nice unique gifts are sold here, usually you see the same things at the stores around here but this place is unique. They have a head in the hole cut out for a nice photo op.

SO KAWAII!!! I came for the plush toys show because a friend of a friend had some plush toys he made that were being shown here. It’s so adorable and Japanese in here. I was browsing the cupcake rings and 3-​D Angry Bird t-​shirts when all of a sudden an adorable old Asian woman offered me a huge marshmallow on a stick that she was toasting on a little stove in the corner. I have never been offered a marshmallow before while shopping or browsing art! Then I got to the other side of the store and found Asian gummy candies being offered in a bowl!
You can park at the lot next door for $ 5 cash and easily walk from here to any number of cute cafes, markets, etc.

This place is fun to take friends to if you’re just window shopping and looking for a neat place to look around. They have a really interesting selection of stuff (lack of a better word) and everyone will enjoy snooping around.

This place is kind of cool. Mostly it was cool little things you wouldn’t think it would exist. But yeah, lot of James Bond stuff. There were some shirts too. Everything was pricey though.
I looked around and the Unilocal check in gives you a coupon! I also saw a Star Trek Enterprise ship in a bottle. Oh gawd that was expensive.

Q Pop Shop — you are such a cute place with fantastic fun programming for your themed shows! You’ve just made it to my top 10 list of gallery shows to see in the city.
From Star Wars to James Bond and all in between, for a such a small space you put on quite a fun show and get really good artists to show there — themed cookies, to video feeds outside, fun photo booths, and food trucks to boot. The fun spills outside the store into the sidewalk outside and it’s kinda like a party.
There’s also the retail aspect of Q Pop Shop with lots pop culture art and tchotckies for your collecting contentment.

A small shop. A little different than your typical animé style shop. But that’s what makes it awesome. Lots of folk style cute stuff. You should definitely check it out!
The girls working the counter i have seen two are very cute. Ask them a question about the shop maybe ask them out. Hurry and beat me to it.
Their Logo is very cool looking!

So adorable. So cute!!! I really liked the earrings here. I went here after my lunch @ Weller Court.
Kinda overpriced but seriously they were very unique and kawaii. I walked around and wanted to touch everything. They also had Japanese T Shirts and other cool stuff. The worker looked very bored there. She didn’t say anything when I walked in but she did answer my question.
4 stars! I am a fan!

When i see this in the window: www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pfugqTpKTGKD­7WhjPapxIQ?select=qMgu8RxRxGokoMHeKDLa6w
you know i just have to take a peek inside!
Reminds me of Pop Monster shop in the Southbay, a cute little store featuring a cool selection of artwork, tshirts, dresses, trinkets, plush and vinyl toys. I could go broke if i bought everything i wanted in here, but pressed for time, i was good and just looked.
I need to get me one of these tho. :
And check out the plush I HEART GUTS!

Get your cute on at Q Pop Shop in Little Tokyo. Just look for the red shop right across from the Weller Court Plaza. The first thing I noticed was the amazing wall art by Kevin Dart. (I’m kicking myself for not noticing the mural on the outside wall.) The second thing I noticed was their awesome selection of t-​shirts. They have tons of other cool items like toys, blind boxes, and accessories.
Q Pop also functions as a gallery space. Currently they’re showing their «What is Q?» group exhibition which runs until February 11. The owners are super nice and made us feel totally welcome. I’m looking forward to my next visit so I can spend more money on stuff I don’t need. Yay!

OMFG. My boyfriend sighed as we walked in and simply said, «this is a nikki shop.» he knew I was in heaven.
I saw it as we walked out from the Curry House late friday night, Marukai was closed, but this colorful store across the street drew me like a moth to flame.
I found all the things I love, cool urban art, Japanese items, all in a NYC art gallery/​shop feel without the hipster arrogance I hate.
There’s lots of art books, handmade items, cool clothes, FABULOUS quirky japanese jewelery items and handbags and other things as well. all in a bright, urban, electric fun style! Also, Sexpot Revenge and lolita like dresses and skirts (in the punk/​goth style). I recently became interested in Lolita, and a girl walking out with a tiny aristocratic hat actually made me settle on walking in.
But thus, I’m in to the sweet style, so I got 2 cute resign flower rings, earrings, and a hair pin that matches my Q-​Pot (different store!) charm. These things, even if they were cheap knock-​offs, would cost me $ 50 in Hawaii as they are hard to find despite being simple items. Q Pop only costed me about $ 10 or $ 6 a piece and I was told it was a real Swimmer piece, a popular brand in Japan! Wrapped up in a cute Swimmer bag and Rilakuma tape, no wonder I’m dying to go back !
and the owners were too cool and Cambodian music was playing, just cause haha.