Kim's Home Center

The Korean BakHwaJum at LA's last remaining department store is a true gem. They offer the best selection of Korean products, hands down.

The store is thoughtfully organized, making it easy to navigate the products, and every item had a clear price tag. The environment was clean and well-maintained, with everything in order, and the staff were both friendly and accommodating. They were proficient in English (as well as Korean), which made the shopping experience even more accessible for a diverse clientele.

Every thing you need for the home, especially if you are Asian/Korean.
All the goods are meticulously organized with home goods on first floor and electrical goods on second.

Their blanket collection is second to none. And so are their hot water thermos section.

Think of this place as where you can get Asian goods that you can't easily get on Amazon.

Good parking on site. Middle of Ktown LA.

This is the place if you, your mom, grandma, etc want to stock up on Korean home goods. They have a bunch of stuff that you can't really find on Amazon (or the price would be much higher) and would have to go to Korea for. From cookware to clothes to toiletries, you may end up spending more time here than intended just looking through all the things. My MIL who lives in the DC area said that the prices are better here than there. They also have plenty of parking across 2 parking lots.

This place has been around since I was a little girl - so many home goods! The stuff is good quality and priced well. The kids goods are great - although they didn't have much selection on toddler pajamas (the soft cotton relaxed fit), the blankets were warm with cute designs. I want to get rid of my whole kitchen and start over with a shopping spree from here! So many things you can see in person - similarly priced to Amazon. They are nicer to Korean people but it's probably because they don't speak English.

The best place for Korean cookware and home goods. Kim's is a staple of koreatown and has been around for so long. I recently came by to check out their rice cookers. There are lots of employees here so it's very easy to find someone to help you. I was recommended a Cuchen rice and pressure cooker and it was on sale. The prices here are very competitive. I also purchased a few glass food containers as they always have the best selection here. They have everything you need for your home and kitchen!

If you see a fun Korean product in a vlog or social media, chances are you will find it at Kim's. I was getting into the Korean clay pot-smoked pork belly videos and found the Korean clay pot at Kim's. They have rice cookers, kimchi refrigerators/appliances, pots, pans, bowls, chopsticks, bedding, etc...

I have to restrain my wife from picking up nick-nacks while shopping here because it can get out of hand. This is a long-standing business in LA's Koreatown and it's a trusty store for the community.

They have 3 parking locations (right in front, below the building, and across the street). It gets crazy busy during the Christmas and New Years holiday, so plan ahead.

Inner pot of Cuckoo rice cooker is peeling.
Kim's Home Center does not sell inner pot anymore and they give me a telephone number where I can get it.
What a inconvenience !

Kim's Home Center should sell it or order for customer.

Be aware to buy Cuckoo rice cooker.

Found this place from TikTok. I decided to make a quick stop before we head back to SF.

The store is much bigger than I though. It has EVERYTHING! Bedding, kitchen gadgets, home goods, clothing, cosmetics, and appliances!!

I bought two buckwheat neck pillows. One for me and one for hubby. They are exact the same as the one I see at Korean market in San Jose. But, they are at least $10 cheaper per pillow. Score!! I also bought a paella pan for $11. I know it's a bit odd that I buy a paella pan in a Korean store. But, it's so cheap and it looks like the one I see in other stores that sell for $80. Why not!

I will certainly come back when I am in LA next time!!

One and only original LA's last remaining The Korean BakHwaJum ( Department Store). They have the best stuffs from Korea hands down. We mainly went there for the advanced steam rice cooker. Now there are only two different companies competing for the Koreans who still loves high quality steamed rice. This store carries all available models and the sales ladies who are so well informed and friendly! You won't find any stores with major league helpful saleswomen like they have at Kim's. We got the one with so many welcoming features with Porridge, White, Mixed, Hyunmi Bop, Bean Sprouts Rice, High pressure cooker called Cuckoo with the forty years of making one thing, The Rice Cooker. The more expensive competitor is Cuchen. It's about $50 more from the base price of $550.

We had to buy some warm cotton pants, nail trimmers and several other items. It would take us one whole day to see everything, but we had little time today. Next time I want to see the Hepa Air Cleaner and steamer.

A must stop when you're visiting Koreatown in LA.

They have literally everything you need and more! There are two parking lots which make finding a spot fairly easy, especially on a weekday (tons of spots).

Checkout the blankets here (super light and tons of options available), and great basics (under garments, toiletries, kitchen supplies, everything you need).

Note: you need to bring the receipt when returning items