Visit Omoi
Located in Old City Philadelphia
41 S 3rd street
Phila PA, 19106
on 3rd Street between Chestnut & Market Streets
Hours
11AM – 7PM
Mondays through Saturdays
12PM – 5PM
Sundays
12PM - 5PM
LABOR DAY Sept 4th
Special hours will be listed on Google.
Last minute hours will be posted in our Instagram Stories.
Call
1-215-454-6910
Socials
@omoizakkashop
Pandemic Precautions
Updated May 22, 2023
As of this date, with the pandemic "emergency" declared officially over, it seems the majority of our customers shop unmasked.
We continue to provide masks upon request.
Omoi staffers are vaxxed and continue to mask up as well, especially during peak hours, although this is changing, too.
We keep our doors open in good weather, and have 2 HEPA filter outfitted air purifiers running at all times as well.
"thinking of you"
About Omoi
Omoi is a life goods & stationery select shop operating in downtown Philadelphia since 2006.
We offer a selection of items that we like, use, and believe in, with an emphasis on thoughtful design, affordability, and a sense of humor.
Omoi is a nod to the many amazing Japanese boutiques with evocative English names, which planted the seeds of inspiration that led to our existence.
Omoi sounds like "oh boy."
If you like stationery, staff selected books, considerate gifts, and useful things for your daily life, we invite you to stop by.
Accessibility
There is a very small step and slight lip at the bottom of our front double door. We do not have a ramp.
We typically keep one door open, but can quickly open both doors if needed.
There are no stairs to climb and the store is spacious for wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers.
We sometimes burn incense or scented candles.
The Neighborhood
Old City
Omoi is located in a historical district known as Old City, where Lenapehoking became early colonial Philadelphia, just a few blocks from what is now called the Delaware River.
We are 3 blocks from the Market Street Blue Line's 2nd Street stop and 5 blocks from the 5th street stop, as well as a block or three from SEPTA bus routes 33, 57, 42, and 21.
On-street meter parking in the immediate area is available at most times.
There are lots of public historical sites, museums, galleries, boutiques, small public parks, bars, cafes, and restaurants in the immediate vicinity.
Pick up our Recommended Short Trips Guide in-store for spots worth visiting outside our immediate neighborhood, many within a 20 minute walk.
「おもい」とは？
What does Omoi mean?
Pronounced like “oh boy.”
Our name comes from the Japanese homophone omoi.
When learning Japanese as a second language in the US, the first “omoi” you often learn is “heavy” 重い , followed by the more general “thoughts” 思い (from the verb omou “to think” 思う ). And if you go sing karaoke, you'll often see omoi written as 想い , hinting at a nuanced type of thoughtfulness.
Omoi is a place with a "take care" and "thinking of you" sentiment. We express our thoughts and ideas through our product selection, and want our customers to explore theirs.
In this heavy world, let's exchange and connect with each other.
History of Omoi
2023 is Omoi's Sweet Sixteen!
Omoi is a life goods & stationery select shop operating in downtown Philadelphia since 2006.
Our original location was a much loved, very cozy, 500 square foot storefront on 1608 Pine Street, tucked along the edge of the fashionable Rittenhouse neighborhood.
We opened what is now our Old City location in 2015, first as a home goods only select shop, which quickly became Omoi's sister location.
In 2021, the pandemic showed us that we had outgrown our original space, and that it was time to centralize Omoi's operations.
For more on this topic, visit our blog for A Brief History of Omoi, along with store tours, and other entertaining reads.
TRAVELER'S COMPANY Partner Shop
A beloved creative life organizer.
Omoi is an official TRAVELER’S COMPANY (TRC) Partner Shop.
Makers of the original TRC TRAVELER'S Notebook, the company produces a leather cover journaling system in 2 sizes, with various format notebook inserts and accessory items.
Its versatility appeals to a variety of creative needs, from planning to wallet to watercoloring.
As a Partner Shop, Omoi is a reliable source for everything TRAVELER'S, including rare items available only in-store at Partner Shops worldwide.
We'll be happy to meet you, traveler!
Shop Staff
Liz Sieber
Founder & Proprietor, HBIC
April I.
Head of Logistics
Shaipreeah
Head of Merchandising
Monk R.
Content Director + Online Team Lead
Jess
Floor + Online Team Photograper
Magali
Online Team Copywriter ✨
Tyara
Floor Team + Cute Signage
Hughes
Floor Team + Order Fulfillment
Brought to you by
Liz Sieber • April • Monk • Jess • Magali • Shaipreeah • Tyara • Hughes • Shannon • Adrian • Min • Margot
Omoi is run by a small crew of creative Philadelphians.
Regardless of our titles, we all make the shop magic.
We give a welcoming hello when you visit.
We pack and wrap your orders with efficiency and care.
We strive to be helpful and informative when you call.
We're genuinely enthused about what we sell, and enjoy telling the stories behind the makers, manufacturers, and artists who produce the items on our shelves.
We love to talk stationery!
We pride ourselves on making your experience with us a good one, and hope you shop with us again and again.