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  1. Tristan Lamb
    Tristan Lamb says:

    Good call! I love Uwajimaya, but I wouldn't have thought to prep my resupply boxes for the PCT from there! I've added it to the top of my list for when I get to Seattle to prep my boxes!

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  2. Andrew Mytys
    Andrew Mytys says:

    I don’t have a multi-Asian mart by me. Each one is specialized – Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Indian, etc.

    In many of the stores the staff barely speaks English, and most of the products aren’t translated, there’s not even a label on them in English.

    Google translate using photos is hit and miss.

    All of the above adds to the surprise factor of whatever I buy.

    Culinary exploration at its finest.

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  3. Dan Cotey
    Dan Cotey says:

    I love my Asian market, but it’s really small. Selection is good and prices are competitive with regular grocery stores. I’ll have to see if I can find any crazy good deals.

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  4. Dad Ain't Hip
    Dad Ain't Hip says:

    I'm incredibly fortunate that i live very close to a couple Asian supermarkets (including an H Mart) and you're absolutely right about the variety and the price. The dried Shiitake mushrooms are a pantry staple. On the trail, you can put them in the cold water before bringing it to a boil and not only will they be reconstituted by the time your meal is ready (assuming 7-10 minutes of simmering/sitting) the water itself will have add a great earthy flavor. And don't forget the MSG !

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  5. montyollie
    montyollie says:

    Great ideas! In Southen Ontario in Canada, the main chain is "Nations" but there are so so so many when you stop and look. And you are right, amazing prices for amazing stuff.

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