Peter Lai's Japanese Village
Antique store5.0(7 Google reviews)Peter Lai's Japanese Village is a antique store in Los Angeles, CA. You’ll find it at 837 Traction Ave, Ste 103, Los Angeles, CA 90013. It’s one of 156 secondhand and resale shops we track in Los Angeles.
The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 5 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Antique dealers price by research, age, and provenance, so expect fewer accidental bargains but far more depth per shelf — furniture, glass, jewelry, and collectibles with real history. Many dealers negotiate on larger pieces, especially for cash.
Shoppers rate it 5.0 out of 5 on Google across 7 reviews. 6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
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Store information
- Address
- 837 Traction Ave, Ste 103, Los Angeles, CA 90013
- Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMTuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMWednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMThursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMFriday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMSaturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMSunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +16263752040
- Website
- peterlaiasianvillage.com
Getting there
Peter Lai's Japanese Village is in Los Angeles, California.
Get directions34.04479, -118.23457
Before you go
- Bring cash and ask politely whether there is any flexibility on price — many dealers discount 10–20% for cash.
- Check marks, joints, and repairs; a phone photo of the maker’s mark lets you look up comparable sold prices before you commit.
- Measure doorways and your vehicle before falling for a large piece — most antique stores are cash-and-carry.
- Sunday hours are on file (9 AM – 5 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Peter Lai's Japanese Village located?
Peter Lai's Japanese Village is located at 837 Traction Ave, Ste 103, Los Angeles, CA 90013.
What are Peter Lai's Japanese Village’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +16263752040 to confirm.
Is Peter Lai's Japanese Village open on Sunday?
Yes — Peter Lai's Japanese Village lists Sunday hours of 9 AM – 5 PM.
What kind of store is Peter Lai's Japanese Village?
Peter Lai's Japanese Village is a antique store in Los Angeles, CA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Peter Lai's Japanese Village?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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