Amazing unique home goods - beautifully curated pieces

I love this place so much. Ive been going there since they were on Abbott Kinney and adore their new home on Venice Blvd. They have excellent staff and a consistently excellent selection of items that changes ever-so-slightly over time, so theres always old favorites and interesting new things:)

This store and gallery sparks joy! I want to buy everything, which is so hard for a minimalist like me. Oh, how I love visiting this store and buying a little something to add to my collection. Also, wonderful place to buy a gift...hint.

Ohhhhh, Tortoise,How much do I love thee?Let me count the ways:You were my go-to gift trek on Abbott KinneyYou remain my pre-Muji infatuation & style guru& now you are that much closer to Mitsuwa and Lodge Bread.Inspiration abounds at this institution of soulful designs for House, Hohmmm & Hearth.Part gallery, part boutiqueWearable art for all ages.Gift wrap it up in a furoshiki!Merci bien

My husband and I always wondered what Tortoise General Store was, so we felt the need to pop in over the weekend. What IS this place? A 7-Eleven type store, a liquor shop, a small grocery store?Never mind the kimono I was wearing, I had no idea how appropriate it would be....Upon entering, a curation of Japanese goods welcomed us as we perused the shelves. Clothes, pottery, watches, shoes, lights, décor and more at this trendy yet cultured store. The lady behind the counter was friendly and said itd be no problem to take some photos, wahoo!With LAs incredibly diverse population, its normal to walk into a store and feel like youve been transported to that country. Thats what happens in Tortoise, youre transported to Japan. The store feels like a museum as well, with pottery and items on display that are so pretty you dont know if you can buy them or not, (but guess what, you CAN)!If you dig culture, minimalist style, items for your home and love to shop locally then you must stop in Tortoise! Support Local Stores!IG: @WestsideKat

Tortoise is easily my favorite shop in Los Angeles. Everything feels curated.

This store embodies the Japanese aesthetic. Artisan products makes shopping here a feast for the eyes. Be forwarned, the prices match the high quality. Although we were able to get in as walk-ins, reservations are recommeded during these days of COVID.

Love this store, perfect place for window shopping (eye candies every where).

Beautiful plates and homewares! Much larger than the location off Abbot Kinney.

What a cool store!!! Really interesting merchandise for the home and for great and unique gifts. All price points, many one-of-a-kind items. Ill definitely be shopping here again for a multitude of reasons. Also, one of my favorite things - easy parking!!!!!!

This is one of the coolest store in L.A. Located in the center of the rising local street called Abbot Kinney Blvd, among many hip and fav stores and restaurants, this one is always welcoming whether you are looking for something fabulous gift for your friends or loved ones, or just looking around for fun things, you can always find something special, especially if you love pottery, this place has many “one of a kind” pottery stuff in the back of the front store. Just be careful while cruising in the store because it’s isles are very narrow!!

What a lovely place! Sent a friend a congratulatory gift for a promotion, and staff was so kind and flexible in adding a great extra chocolate bar to the package. Would definitely order through them again!

I spent over an hour at the General Store and found it to be chock-full of interesting items to buy. You can get everything from toys to clothes to kitchen items to cookbooks and food items. And the home decor items are amazing as well!

What can I say about their coffee selections besides amazing. The aroma is great, the flavor is better. Seasonal offerings for autumn and winter and a little something for everyone whether you like fruity flavors, chocolate, or snickerdoodle.

Tortoise is a shop, a playground and an art gallery of exquisite objects - the practical and the artistic joined in the magic of Japanese art, culture and history. It’s the best place on earth - go and politely enjoy the wonders

This cat is magic lol.

Everything you need in life can be found here

I walked through Tortoise General Store the other day. Cool items, but very overpriced. Stocked entirely with Japanese housewares and gifts, the store has a nice selection of merchandise. As I strolled around though, I couldnt help realizing that I could get the same items in Little Tokyo or Mitsuwa Marketplace for a fraction of the cost.

So good, so imported. Totally Japanese shop with the most amazing goods. They have a new location on Venice Blvd. but all the same great selection. I love the tonbari towels and artisanal workshops available through their newsletter.Today we had tickets to a wood carving class lasting three hours, after which we got to keep our work. It was really special and unlike any other shop activity in town. I highly recommend this place!!

Unique and modern handmade goods. Dog friendly place too.

This is one of the coolest stores. Much better than the Window displays portray. Traditional and modern Japanese wares- including amazing incense, traditional pots, pans and minimalist brass accessories for the home. They have the best veggie brushes - traditional Japanese ones, not the cheap plastic ones for cleaning veggies too!

Excellent shop for Japanese goods and art pieces. Everything is very curated

Such an amazing store with so many special and unique items 👍👍

Beautiful space, wide range of prices and curated offerings with a lovely aesthetic and graciously welcoming feeling.

One of my favorite stores to browse in LA. Beautifully curated items from Japan.

Good stuff

A nice store who close way to early it’s not possible to stop working at six in a tourist neighborhoodThe price are expensive but they have beautiful objects coming from JapanI loved the shopI am just surprised that it can’t be open at least until 7.00 it’s the most busy street of Venice beach

The Tortoise General Store in Venice California is an excellent artistic and unique item shopping boutique.

Wonderful things displayed with grace. This is a very special establishment.

Wonderful space and curation with exponentially interesting and tasteful pieces

Very pretty. Some super expensive but plenty of affordable stuff. Design knick knacks, kitchen gear, etc.

Wonderful and unique Japanese home goods. We love Tortoise!

The best selection in LA of great Japanese design objets.

Craftsmanship, taste and quality abound in this gem of a shop that represents the best of Abbot Kinneys shopping experience and curated Japanese crafts.

An absolutely wonderful, unique gift shop in Venice, Ca.Really nice selection and excellent curating of Japanese goods.

A must if you are in the area. Simply beautiful.

Good store for people whove never been to Japan.

Prettiest stuff from Japan :) love this store !

Gorgeous Japanese home goods

Great spot for house

Awesome home goods

You can find very special and rare items here.

Japanese subtlety

Cool

Everything is right on point

Beautiful Japanese items

My Inspirational place

Amazing collection

Japanese shop with small items for home and everyday life. Minimal and elegant design. High prices but proportional to the quality of the products.