Spring is here, and so are the savings! From tomorrow (3/24) through 4/5, we’re celebrating our annual Sakura Sale with major deals across the store✨ The star of the show? Our fan-favorite They’re flying off the shelves, so grab yours before they’re gone. Stock up on all your favorites at lower prices: 🍜 Ramen & Natto 🍛 Curry Mixes & Condiments 🍪 Authentic Snacks 🍦 Refreshing Ice Cream ...and we have more waiting for you in every aisle. Come grab your Japanese kitchen ess

Craving a gourmet bowl of ramen but only have 10 minutes? Forget the instant packets - we’re leveling up using a hotpot soup base! Since the broth is already packed with umami, it makes the perfect rich ramen soup. "Cheat Code" Ramen Ingredients (4 servings): 1 pack of your favorite hot pot soup base 2 servings of ramen noodles (We offer both dried and frozen varieties at our grocery store) 10 oz./300 g of cabbage 7 oz./200 g of thinly sliced pork 3.5 oz./100 g of moyashi bea

Hello, everyone. March is already here, and spring has arrived in the blink of an eye. Speaking of spring, it's the season for our annual, hugely popular Cherry Blossom Festival. This year, we'll be setting up our booth again in West Fairmount Park, lined with rows of cherry trees. Have you ever experienced hanami? Hanami is a Japanese cultural term meaning to go out to places like parks to view and enjoy the blooming cherry blossoms. In Japan, from late March to early April

Hello everyone! Are you ready to take your home cooking to the next level? Rice is the foundation of so many incredible dishes, and there is no better time to experience it than right now. We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the Nishiki Fair has officially returned to Maido, featuring the highly anticipated new crop of rice! In the world of Japanese cuisine, the arrival of the "Shinmai" (new crop) is a cause for celebration. This fresh harvest offers a level of fragra

Due to the expected snowstorm, Maido will close at 3 p.m. on Sunday, 2/22. Stay safe and warm, everyone!

Quick Update - 2/10 (Tue) Kitchen: Closed at 2 p.m. 🧑‍🍳 Restaurant: Closes at 3 p.m. 🥢 Store: Regular hours 🛍️ Come say hi to us 🤗

If you hear a chorus of "nyan nyan nyan" echoing inside our store this February, it’s just Neko no Hi/Japanese Cat Day (Don't worry, we won't have any actual cats inside the store)! In Japan, the date 2/22 is a clever play on words. While the number two is officially ni, it is often playfully pronounced as "nyan" - the Japanese word for "meow." This makes 2/22 the ultimate day for nyan-nyan-nyan celebrations! To honor this tradition, we are bringing the feline festivities to

Due to the snow forecast this weekend, we’re adjusting our hours to keep everyone safe: Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Kitchen closes at 6 p.m.) Sunday: CLOSED Bundle up, stay safe, keep warm, and have a wonderful weekend!

Due to the expected snowstorm, Maido will open at 12 pm on Sunday, 1/18. Stay safe and warm, everyone!

Hello everyone. It's January, and the chill in the air is undeniable. When the temperature drops, nothing warms the soul quite like a simmering pot of hot pot shared with family and friends. The steam, the aroma, and the shared experience create a perfect escape from the cold weather. We are thrilled to announce that we have significantly expanded our selection of hot pot soup bases. Whether you're a fan of classic spices, rich broths, or unique regional flavors, we have some

Happy New Year from Maido. We’re excited to welcome you back starting today, 1/2. Thank you for your continued support, and we can’t wait to serve you in 2026. To kick off the New Year, we have a special treat for you! Our New Year Sale features 2 types of lucky bags filled with delicious snacks/adorable kawaii items. Hurry, quantities are limited. Be sure to come soon to grab your lucky bag and start the year with some delightful surprises!

Holiday Sale Alert! As we wrap up the year, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for being a part of the Maido family. Your support means the world to us. Many of your favorite items are on sale at our grocery store until 12/31! From authentic Japanese snacks to essential cooking ingredients, now is the perfect time to stock up and save. The images show a selection of sale items. Even more items are on sale in-store!

Due to snowstorm, Maido will be closed today, Sunday December 14th. Stay safe, everyone!

Great news! From December 26th to December 31st, we'll be selling homemade fresh mochi as our year-end special item. Don't miss out! (This image is from the previous year.)

Happy Holidays, everyone 🌟

For many people in the U.S., mochi is often thought of as a rice cake dessert with sweet red bean paste inside. It has been popular at Maido, and it is an authentic dessert in Japan as well. However, for Japanese people, the word mochi generally refers to rice cakes made from unsweetened glutinous rice made by pounding rice into rice cakes. In Japan, there is a culture of eating mochi during the New Year's holiday, so Maido currently has many packages of mochi in stock for th

Hello everyone. December is here, and before we know it, the year 2025 will be coming to an end. What kind of year has it been for you? When you look back on this past year, can you picture the faces of those for whom you are thankful? In Japan, there is a gift-giving culture called oseibo. It is a way of saying thank you very much for all your help and kindness this year, and I look forward to seeing you again next year. It is a gift given to those who have taken care of yo

Cyber Monday Alert🎉 Enjoy 10% OFF your favorite Japanese goodies at our online gift shop, Maido Kairashi Shop🛍️✨ 🗓️ Sale runs from 12/1 at 12:00 AM EST to 12/2 at 3:00 AM EST. 🛒 Use code: CM25 at checkout (min. spend of $30). Link: maidoonline.com/discount/CM25 Don’t miss out on the perfect gifts for the holidays🎁❤️

We will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27th). We will resume regular hours on the following day (Friday, November 28th). Happy Thanksgiving, everyone 🍂🍁