Hana Market

2000 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States
+1 202-939-8854
$$$ Japanese grocery store , Asian grocery store , Grocery store , Supermarket
(864 Reviews)

Hana Market is a compact Japanese grocery store tucked into the Woodley Park neighborhood of DC, offering a slice of everyday Japan away from the usual supermarket chains. Though small in size, the shop is thoughtfully stocked with authentic Japanese snacks, candies, and staples, which often come at friendlier prices compared to larger Asian supermarkets around the city.

The atmosphere inside reflects a quiet, welcoming vibe — a far cry from the hustle of bigger stores. Staff here are approachable and ready to help, making it easier to find those less common ingredients or to relive moments from living or traveling in Japan. This makes Hana Market especially appealing for anyone craving an authentic taste of Japanese convenience store culture or for locals needing quality ingredients without the crowds.

One of the highlights is the freshly made onigiri available in the morning, providing a quick, reasonably priced snack that captures the simple comfort of a Japanese lunch staple. Visitors should note the space is cozy and somewhat tight, so it’s best for solo shoppers or pairs rather than larger groups. Accessibility is generally manageable but can require a bit of assistance to navigate the narrow aisles.

Given its location on 17th Street NW, Hana Market fits neatly within a neighborhood known for its mix of international dining and local errands. It works well for early visits when the store opens, or as a quick stop to grab Japanese ingredients for dinner. The friendly environment and nostalgia it evokes make it a small yet meaningful local spot for those with a palate for Japanese groceries or seeking a quiet corner of Asian market culture in Washington, DC.

Highlights
Has great produce
What they serve
Serves food
Accessibility
No wheelchair-accessible car park

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

864 Reviews
Emil Bissoondharry

23 Dec 2025

I was craving onigiri since I got back from Japan and found this cute little market that makes fresh onigiri in the morning. The owner of the store was extremely hospitable and friendly welcoming us into the store. Two salmon onigiris for $7.00, can’t beat that. Contains a lot of the snacks and candies you can find in Japan and it is cheaper here than places like H-Mart. I went right when it opened and there is a limited amount of onigiri so would recommend going early in case they run out. Def will be back for the onigiri!

Desmond Wilson (D Moja)

19 Dec 2025

It’s a nice and cozy shop at a great location and the staff allow you to shop in peace then I was able to ask questions etc. since I lived in Japan before I was appreciative for the taste of nostalgia. Good selection as if I were in Japan

M B

23 Nov 2025

A small Japanese grocery store with a lot of good groceries. The place has a small step to get in but my electric wheelchair had the power to do it. Once inside the aisles not goose for chairs and many boxes 8n the way. I was greatful that a staff help me get all of the items I needed. All of the staff was friendly and helpful going out of there way to make my experience a good one. I highly recommend people to support local grocery store in our community. Thank you Hana Market.

Danny Tade

03 Nov 2025

Hana Market is one of those rare places that makes you feel instantly transported to Japan the moment you walk through the door. It may be small, but every inch is filled with care, quality, and authenticity. The owner and staff are incredibly kind and knowledgeable — always ready to help you find what you’re looking for or recommend something new. You can tell this shop is a labor of love, serving the community for decades while keeping that traditional charm intact.

Matt Endaya

30 Oct 2025

A small but really cozy spot! Missed japan so much so I tried looking for a spot around DC to fill in the hole and this definitely did the job. Really attentive and kind staff. Wouldn’t recommend coming in big groups as it’s a really tight space. Bought onigiri as well which tasted amazing! Prices were very reasonable too.

C Ross

17 Oct 2025

What a cool Japanese food market. The vibe of this place is friendly and welcoming. The onigiri is great. Love to try something new each visit. The melon soda is a delight.

Clayton Calloway

08 Oct 2025

Visited the place yesterday and they had such a selection of items to choose from I got so overwhelmed. Ended up getting a creamy mango soda and 4 salmon Onigiri which were absolutely おいしい (delicious). The kind of place you could stay for literal hours just looking at all the stuff despite the small size! 10/10 would be visiting again!

Siu-Mei Man

29 Sep 2025

I heard Hana had fresh made onigiri made daily. So I had to try it. The lady standing line to checkout told me she ate an onigiri in the car and came back in to get another one. I ended up buying 4 - the salmon and the ume flavor. They were great

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