Kobo Shop & Gallery (at Higo)

On the Grid : KOBO at Higo

"KOBO's second location is housed in the historic Higo Variety Store — a Japanese five and dime store run by the Murakami family for over 75 years — offering Japanese homewares, objects, fine crafts and original art in its rotating gallery space. Whether shopping for yourself or a friend, you're sure to find something truly special at KOBO." - Shore

"KOBO at Higo, International District by Shore. KOBO's second location is housed in the historic Higo Variety Store — a Japanese five and dime store run by the Murakami family for over 75 years — offering Japanese homewares, objects, fine crafts and original art in its rotating gallery space. Whether shopping for yourself or a friend, you're sure to find something truly special at KOBO."

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"Beginning in 1907, Japanese Americans came to the Higo Variety Store (originally the Higo 10 Cent Store) for everything from traditional sandals to kites."