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Event Recap: 5th Annual Japan Beer Fest
February 26, 2018
Our location in Old Oakland has given us the opportunity to have the best parties with our neighbors,...
Best Kept Secret: Old Oakland Farmers Market
September 10, 2015
Located a half a block away from Umami Mart along 9th Street at Broadway. The selection and prices are unbeatable for a farmers market in the Bay Area.
Happy Summer: Umami Mart Closed July 1-4
June 28, 2013
Yup, that's right, we'll be closed for most of July 4 week. We're heading down...
DIY Umami Mart: New Floors!
June 3, 2013
I have to admit, I had been dreading redoing the floors for the shop. We...
Upcoming Event: First Friday with Ippo Ramen
April 29, 2013
Come out for the 2nd edition of the Ippo Ramen pop-up here at Umami Mart....
Big News! Umami Mart Lands in Oakland
June 25, 2012
I am ecstatic to announce that Yoko and I will be opening a real-deal brick...