07/12/09

Best Aquarium Store in Los Angeles

by lechuga

Mr. Kyoto has have the store since 1965. It's open everyday from 10am to 9pm. He knows fish (salt and fresh water), aquatic plants and supplies needed to take care of fish like no one else I have ever seen. He will tell you exactly what you need and what you don't -unlike most other stores where I have spent lots of money buying things I really didn't need it. Read the others reviews. Mr Kyoto is incredibly kind, he and his store are extraordinary.

• Pros: quality, knowledge, prices, hours, honesty
• Cons: only cash, no credit cards accepted

02/16/09

healthy fish and aquatic plants, plus crickets too

by jennikim

I totally agree with all the previous glowing reviews! I've been going there for decades, since I was a little kid. I just wanted to add that he sells crickets for feeding your pet amphibians and reptiles. Also, he keeps a selection of water plants growing outside, so you know they'll survive in your outdoor pond when you get them home.

• Pros: healthy fish and plants at reasonable prices and awesome store hours
• Cons: none

07/08/08

Kyoto Aqua Eco-System

by EthyleneKeen

There is something to be said about a shop owner who tells you ' you don't need it, don't buy it', most especially if it is the products he also has available and not just a remark to deter you from the competition, and that is 'truth and honesty'. And that is exactly what you will get at Kyoto Aquariums and the reasons why are guaranteed to be sound advise. The Kyoto Aquatics supports a natural ecological system that is a safe and symbiotic environment. For the Pro's, the healthy fish with the blinding slime-coat will be a nice treat as too will be the ultra-clear water of his tanks( please avoid pressing your face against glass to try to see water...it leaves a mark) for the Beginners, this is the place to start, you will definitely spend less money because of the a fore mentioned 'you don't need it' ( he still had a few 60gal glass for $50-$60 last visit) . And be patient you will eventually understand his accent and realize his advise is scientific and rare to find anywhere in Los Angeles, 15 minutes of advise from Kyoto is equal to weeks of internet searching and forums.