Bookoff

I used to love this place when it was just books, movies, and music. Sadly now it has become a strange mix of junk. I still stop buy every now and then to check out the selection of Blu rays they have but other than that I don’t consider it worth the drive.
Also if you’re thinking about selling to this place I would highly recommend against it. I’ve sold to them once and tried twice. Just some random things a few books and games and a figure I no longer wanted. The first time was fine I believe I was paired fairly but, the second time was not a nice experience. Again selling some random things I no longer wanted and had an extra of. I sold 2 figures that I knew to be worth some money and they only offered me 20 dollars.
Last complaint the male employee with the shaggy hair should be fired. He bumped into me 3 times while I was shopping didn’t say sorry or excuse me, he talked so loud that he could be heard through out the store, and was very rude to my boyfriend when he asked them how do they determine what the offer price will be.

I sold some books here and was very impressed by how friendly and helpful the staff was! They helped me unload and reload the boxes I had in my car.

They have a really good selection of Japanese video games and a so-​so selection of American ones. You can find a couple of bargains for games but it can be hit or miss. THe manga selection is pretty large and the prices for books are generally really good.
If anyone is wondering, they buy figures /​toys /​etc at 40% of it’s going amazon /​ebay price and occasionally have a 20% increase (for example, for the month of June they’re offering 60% cash for any Japanese based figures). While 40% isn’t great, at least the 60% is worth considering and they’re up front with their buy rates. Worth noting, they don’t consider new and opened/​mint with box to be any different for their buying rate.

I used to come here all the time when I lived in socal. I moved to norcal, but I always make a stop here when I visit. I used to find tons of great deals on japanese music cds and concert dvds. I also got great deals on American tv boxed sets. They also used to carry japanese vhs tapes, I know people don’t use those anymore, but I collected them so I’m sad they don’t carry it anymore. I took a star away because they are slowly turning into a goodwill by carrying odd knickknacks and home goods. They also carry too many English books. I liked when they focused on Japanese products more. It’s still a great store to browse and the employees are always nice. You will find great deals for sure!

Review based just on selling:
I just moved back to California after two years in Japan. I was so surprised to see Book-​off in the OC, it’s like I never even left Japan! Decided to purge all of my old belongings, made about $ 70 selling books, DVDs, electronics, and miscellaneous items. Things I probably would have donated or tossed so I’m super pumped about earning some cash!
The store and staff is small, a lot of people were selling the day I came in so the process took way longer than the originally estimated 1 – 2 hours. Only letdown was returning about 2.5, closer to 3 hours, and they were just about to start looking through my stuff. I wasn’t in a rush so not too upset about it.
Staff was friendly and polite. Bilingual. Cheers!

This place can be dangerous! They have a lot of great finds for a great price. Sometimes, you really have to be dedicated to looking, but I feel like its easy to at least find ONE great treasure per visit.
They have a wide selection of books, movies, and CDs and a bunch of other random things (toys, action figures, electronics, purses).
Its a fun store and worth a visit!

This store has everything! The guy that helped me was extremely helpful and nice, another guy complimented my boots, and i found exactly what I was looking for. Total score; this is my new go-​to place for books of all kind.

This store used to sell tons of used English and Japanese comics and books, along with a large selection of dvd’s and games. Then one day… two isles were gutted and replaced with used crappy plastic ware (?!). The next time I came… now three isles were gone! I thought, «Why is there so much junk at the amazing BOOKOFF?!» I did not return for a while.
I finally went back a few weeks ago and it’s become a JUNK STORE, now with extremely condensed book sections. Really tragic and hurts right in the heart. All great things must fall… a lesson learned, at Bookoff.
P. S. two-​stars because it still is the only place I know to find cheap, used original Japanese comics/​books!

This is in comparison to other thrift shops and used game shops like Gamestop and etc
Pros: Prices are probably the best you’re going to get if you’re going to go to an actual physical store to buy any of the things that they sell there. Books are definitely very cheap and you’ll find great deals there. The staff are nice and helpful. Parking is easy enough. Lots of random stuff. Plenty of legitimate items too like game consoles, games, old retro games, collectibles, and etc.
Cons: Some of the prices aren’t the BEST you can get at times. Like if you search on eBay you may be able to find the same item a little bit cheaper depending on the item, but this isn’t too much of a con because the difference isn’t big enough for alarm or anything really.
Bottom line: I haven’t sold anything here, but I know that they’ll give you more for what you give them than Gamestop for a fact and at least they test out the products and clean them up for you before putting it on display unlike Gamestop where they’ll offer you $ 2.25 for your PS3 and then immediately put it back up and list it for $ 150.
Should probably visit the other one in Westminster too, but the area is a lot nicer for this one and there’s a nice and big Japanese supermarket right next to it.

Ahhh, so much cool stuff! I wanted to buy so many things here.
Bookoff buys and sells. Have a lot of junk? Well Bookoff will buy your books, cd’s, dvd’s, games, toys, electronics, etc. I had a lot of my brother’s old books that I needed to sell so I stopped by on my day off. Don’t even think about coming here if you intend to walk out with a boat load of cash for your old stuff. Depending on what you sell, you probably won’t get a quarter of what you bought it at.
They have a huge selection on new/​used books, movies, and video games. Not only current generation video games, but old school classics like NES, Sega Genesis, and PS1. They also sell electronics, jewelry, appliances, and kitchenware. Everything here was decently priced and surprisingly, all used items were in great condition. The store itself was organized which made browsing easy and convenient.
The lady who helped me out was super friendly. I told her that I needed to sell a bunch of stuff, and I always expect a bad attitude from any place. I do that on purpose so I don’t bring down my expectations, but she was the total opposite of what I expected. In a friendly manner, she told me it would take her 20 min and offered to call me back when she was done if I wanted to leave, but I told her they had such an awesome shop that I wanted to stay and scope the place out. I got about $ 30 for a bunch of children’s books. I never expected to get a lot from it anyway, but I was satisfied.
Buy stuff and sell stuff here. It’s an endless cycle of buying and selling goodness that is Bookoff.

Bookoff is another Thrift Shop but its Japanese. It’s located in the Tokyo Central parking lot.
They have some seriously good stuff in there. They sell a lot of Japanese books, movies, video games. This place is better then gamestop. Some of there games are $ 1 which is insanely cheap.
They have guitars for sale for really low prices. They have TV’s, Xbox 360, Ipods, Playstation 3, Ipads, Iphones, Watches.
They have some many different things. I love this store. It’s worth checking out the next time you go by your groceries at Tokyo Central.
I love book off!

I’ve never sold anything here, but you can really get some cool books and DVD’s for cheap. So much manga, just shelves and shelves of manga! The games section isn’t as complete as the Bookoff in Torrance, but you can still get a Dreamcast or even Famicom games here.
Plus, they don’t just sell Japanese language books. You might find a decent cookbook on the cheap, like Nobu the Cookbook for $ 7!

This is the best second hand store ever! They got new and slightly used DVDs, books, comic books, appliances, they got almost everything. Prices are super reasonable. I love shopping in the dollar section. They also buy anything u take in. They won’t give u a lot for it. But hey its better than throwing ur stuff in the trash and getting nothing at all!

This location has the most random stuff! They have the usual assortment– books, dvds, cds, and they have toys, purses as well as household items. I’ve sold a bunch of stuff here, and true– you don’t get a lot back, but I’m at the point where I just wanna get rid of excess stuff so i don’t care what I earn as long as the stuff is gone. or at least traded for other items I’ve been wanting or I can trade again. I’ve found some great dvds and comics here and the prices are super reasonable! I found a Castle trade for i think– $ 1.50 lol. Dvd’s range from $ 1-​$ 5 of the older ones. If anything, this is a great place just to browse and send the day if you’re looking for something to do. You’ll never know what you’ll find!

Every book, c.d., d.v.d. you ever wanted… and more… Love this place!
Great shopping for everyone on your list… Amazing amount of choices!

All and all a decent bookoff! Smaller in size but good come ups! Got a five screw NES Pro Wrestling cartridge, the Walking Dead Graphic Novels 1 – 4, and a Baby Sitters Club book for the wife. Spent around 40 bucks for and all and since I spent over30 bucks I got a free stainless steel coffee mug. Very decent video game selection and if you want manga they have like 3 – 4 rows of it. Not my cup of tea but not bad

This Book Off is smaller than other ones but they get really great treasures once in a while.
When I came in the summer, they had Disney pins! They were the larger ones that moved, spin, and priced at $ 7 each. I keep going back to look for more Disney pins and they have some now but they’re very tiny, normal, and priced at $ 10 each.
Recently, I found a plastic Disney snow globe for $ 5 and Olaf pin from when it was in the movie theaters for $ 1. Come here for more than just books! They have POP! collectible figures, video games, movies, and more!
Stop by every Book Off you see because they get new items in everyday and they’re all different!

Most items didn’t have a sticker and the 7 staff that were there had trouble finding the price for things. Decided against buying anything. Stuff was falling from their «goodwill inspired» aisles and was very expensive. Might as well buy that tea set new for $ 10 for one cup and saucer set.
Also parking was ridiculous :/​
Will not be returning.

I found Book Off around 8 months ago, and instantly fell in love with this place. First off, this place doesn’t just sell used books. There’s a ton of used DVDs, CDs, video games, electronics, appliances, and other various objects. Products are decently priced (except for the musical instruments *cough*) and in working condition. Every time I visit this place, there’s is always an item that I would like to buy. Since then, I’ve checked out the other locations, but the Costa Mesa store probably has the best products. I’ll list some of my favorite things I’ve bought:
Four N64 Controllers– $ 20
Mario Party 3– $ 35
Cowboy Bebop Complete Series– $ 18
FLCL-​$ 5
Jimi Hendrix Greatest Hits CD– $ 7
Blokus with a Go board– $ 1 !!!
I definitely recommend this place for people who like to collect DVDs, manga, video games and so on. Also, if you have any items you want to get rid of, try selling it here. The staff is friendly and your item might be useful to someone else.

TONS of used books but they’re mostly Japanese, which is fine if you’re not Asian-​illiterate.
There’s an English section too and it’s mostly crap unless you’re a high school student needing a copy of To Kill a Mockingbird or any other out of date questionably canonized text.
There are movies, games, electronics, and random wares here as well, not only books. Dishes, silverware, stereos, printers, toys, clocks, etc.
You’ll also find old gaming systems, including a regular NES and Atari along with newer systems as well.
You will also find used (and hopefully well sanitized) animé figures which are all scantily clad and comically posed with hilarious body proportions. It’s awesome, but I wouldn’t touch them even with gloves on. *shudder*
I bought a Japanese cookbook and am looking forward to my next visit.
Used bookstores are almost gone. I remember when Book Baron closed down. A very sad day. Let’s hope Bookoff grows and expands.