There used to be a very nice place to go for Japanese foods and ingredients over at the park near Ural but it disappeared just around the appearance of this place. It’s located right across from a very good Potrefena Husa in Prague 6 and has a very extensive stock of wines, vinegars, noodles, sauces and even a decent amount of frozen fish and meats.

It’s owned and operated by a “famous” Czech fellow whom you might have seen on local TV commenting on food topics, don’t remember his name (Tomio Okamura, article in Czech), but if you’re in need of something Japanese this place probably has it. And if they don’t there is another place which while smaller, looks like it might be a little more authentic, not sure.

“Japa” also have what looks to be a wide selection of Japanese books, Anime and Manga for the kids; as well as a small area for them to sit down and play while the ‘rents do the shopping.

One last thing I should say is that Mr. Okamura puts in a lot of his own time to promote the culture by also offering free cooking classes at the store every three weeks, on a Monday. I’ve spoken to him on occasion and he’s very willing to help with any questions you may have though he doesn’t speak English, but at least one of his staff does.





Japanese Goods
Verdunská 21/709
Praha 6, Bubeneč
10:30-19:00
tel. +420 233 320 629
e-mail: japa@japa-shop.cz
Web: http://www.japa-shop.cz/

Tags: Delicatessen, Foreign, Imported Food, Imports, Specialty Food, Prague, Japanese Food