East Meets West Shop
The East Meets West Shop is sponsored by ZaCSA and we offer authentic, vintage Japanese Kimonos, Obis and gifts. All proceeds are donated back into the community. The
shop is run by ZaCSA volunteers like you. Our volunteer manager and buyer
spend many hours every week in the shop and out shopping in Japan to ensure
East Meets West has the great things you want to buy.
The shop's open year round from 1030-1430 every Tuesday and August - May on Thursdays, from 1600-1830.
FOR THE LATEST INVENTORY and EMW Shop news, see the Shop's NEW Facebook page www.facebook.com/eastmeetswest.zacsa.
Also check the CALENDAR for hours and special Discounts! On the calendar, click on hyperlinked text to see what the discount is for that day or for more information.
Volunteer at the Shop
We could really use some volunteers if you think you would like to help out. We
need help in the shop with assisting customers as well as labeling and presenting
merchandise. It does not require a lot of your time. Whatever amount of time you
can volunteer would be great! Please stop by the shop if you would
like to help. New this year - ZaCSA even offers to pay for
childcare if needed - ask our shop manager for details.
Map to the Shop
We are located directly behind the Dry Cleaners (see map). It's a little tricky to find but well worth it!
Come in and we'll show you how we've used the Japanese Obis... We've got enough ideas for a show on HGTV and we're eager to share!
Breast Cancer Awareness Pearl Bracelets
The Breast Cancer Awareness Pearl Bracelets from Jane's Pearl Shop are available at EMW for $20. 25% of the proceeds go to the Susan B. Komen Fund. They make great gifts for Christmas! They are made with actual cultured pearls. Come by and check them out!
More About What We Sell
Japanese Ranma
Among the many treasures in the EMW shop are Japanese ranma or transom. Ranmas are traditionally used in a Japanese room between the sliding room divider and the ceiling to ensure the easy flow of air from room to room. In Western decor ranma make beautiful horizontal or vertical accents in almost any room. Japanese ranma range from the elegant slatted thousand-rib design to remarkable deeply carved landscapes. Come in to check out what Ranma they have in EMW!
Kokeshi Dolls
Kokeshi dolls are simple, wooden dolls from the Northern Honshu - Tohoku region. Most dolls have neither arms nor legs, but a large head and a cylindrical body.
The origin of kokeshi dolls is not known, but there are several theories. One believes that people specializing in woodwork began making the dolls in the winter months to sell as souvenirs to visitors who came to visit the hot springs in the Tohoku area. A kokeshi doll will make great souvenir of your time in Japan!
Japanese Plates
The buyers find many beautiful Japanese plates! They find everything from traditional to contemporary styles so there's sure to be something for most tastes. Come in and check out what they've found recently.
And Many Other Intersting Things...
You never know what they'll have at the shop! They come back from their shopping adventures with a lot of beautiful obis, and some very interesting treasures!
Membership Discount
Don't forget to look on the back side of your membership card
and start collecting stamps. For
every $10.00 you spend in the East Meets West Shop, you will receive a
stamp on your card. When you collect ten stamps, you will get
$20.00 off your next purchase. It's like getting your membership for free! This benefit is only for members and is not transferable. Thanks for supporting our community and happy shopping!
Calling all FRG Presidents!
Looking for a new place to host meetings and
events for your FRG? Consider the East Meets West shop! The board room in
the back seats 17 around the table, and the shop has a great social
atmosphere. Consider a breakfast with a guest speaker, or perhaps an
afternoon or evening event! A change of scenery is always great, and we
welcome the use of the space! Call Claudia at 263-7682 to set up an
appointment to come check out the space for yourself!