Shiga's Imports

Shiga's Imports Shiga's is a historic family-owned store in the heart of the U District specializing in Asian goods

Shiga's Imports is a family-run shop that specializes in providing Seattle and the University District community with many Asian (mainly Japanese) items. We strive to carry imports from many countries, focusing on Asian imports and goods. We sell a variety of merchandise, including teas, kimonos, yukatas, Japanese dishware, ceramics, Chinese figurines, Feiyue and kung fu shoes, Indian bed spreads, games, statues, Hello Kitty, Japanese and American futons and much, much more.

Looking for graduation cards and gifts?Stop by Shiga’s Imports for various cards made by UW Graduate Brightspots! Nothin...
05/26/2026

Looking for graduation cards and gifts?
Stop by Shiga’s Imports for various cards made by UW Graduate Brightspots! Nothing better than supporting our fellow graduates and scholars 🎓.
Don’t miss out on our limited imports Sanrio graduation gifts as well! 🧑‍🎓 📖
Great job & good luck to those graduating this summer!! Thank you for supporting our store🙌🫶

You guys asked, we are here to deliver! Chinese mahjong sets (with travel case) is now available in our store! 🀄️ For ga...
05/26/2026

You guys asked, we are here to deliver!
Chinese mahjong sets (with travel case) is now available in our store! 🀄️
For game nuts with friends and family, our travel cases make game-transportation easy and efficient. Stop by Shiga’s Imports for more!

Tenmei & Gyokuro from respected Sakamoto Tea is now on sale! 🍵 Come and try our authentic, shade-grown tea that brings w...
05/26/2026

Tenmei & Gyokuro from respected Sakamoto Tea is now on sale! 🍵
Come and try our authentic, shade-grown tea that brings warmth and smooth taste-profile for yourself and the ones you love!
More info inside the store 🎶

Check out our new stationary items at Shiga’s Imports!Some of our most popular items include mechanical pencils ✏️, COLO...
05/26/2026

Check out our new stationary items at Shiga’s Imports!
Some of our most popular items include mechanical pencils ✏️, COLORFUL leads, sticky notes and stamps!
As finals week approach, make sure you stop by for our Valid Student 10% Discount! 📒 🖊️

The University District StreetFair is celebrating its 55th year anniversary on May 16 & 17.Please come by our store and ...
05/08/2026

The University District StreetFair is celebrating its 55th year anniversary on May 16 & 17.

Please come by our store and help celebrate our place in the StreetFair's history.

The U District Street Fair celebrates its 55th Anniversary the weekend of May 16 & 17! Hear from neighborhood voices who have experienced and participated in...

03/27/2026

Looking for stationary items for the upcoming Spring Quarter? 🌸👜
Visit Shiga’s Imports! With a valid student ID, you will be eligible for 10% off! With our brand new selection of: pens, pencils (with erase-able colored leds), sticky notes, planners and more, you can complete your study-set!
Grab them before they sell out!

Everything you need for your morning matcha  We sell: - a variety of ceremonial grade matcha - bamboo whisks  - ceramic ...
03/21/2026

Everything you need for your morning matcha

We sell:
- a variety of ceremonial grade matcha
- bamboo whisks
- ceramic whisk holders
- bamboo spoon
- matcha strainer
- ceramic matcha bowls


cherryblossoms

Cherry blossom season is here! Celebrate with us for the fifth annual   from March 13th to the 29th. Stop by Shiga’s Imp...
03/13/2026

Cherry blossom season is here! Celebrate with us for the fifth annual from March 13th to the 29th. Stop by Shiga’s Imports on your way to see the

Explore over 90 U District shop’s cherry blossom themed store fronts!
See full event guide at https://udistrictseattle.com/cherryblossomfestival

12/04/2025

Did you know that Furoshiki cloth is a more environmentally friendly alternative to paper wrapping? AND the wrapping is a gift itself! Made of 100% cotton, it is machine washable and reusable! Come to Shigas and get your own.

12/04/2025

Come check out our newly remodeled free gift wrapping station (with purchase). We have gift wrapping paper to buy, Furoshiki cloth, gold and brown wrapping paper, and a decorating station! Come spread the joy! 🎁

Address

4306 University Way NE
Seattle, WA
98105

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 6pm
Thursday 10:30am - 6pm
Friday 10:30am - 6pm
Saturday 10:30am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+12066332400

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