Daiso also offers a wide selection of Sanrio character merchandise. The Japanese cartoon brand created Hello Kitty, who is seen throughout the store on items like rice molds, ramen and pencil holders.

Daiso, the Japanese-based dollar store chain, has set an opening date for its first Utah location, in Midvale. The company is also hiring for two other Utah locations, set to open later this summer.

Daiso plans to open four more stores in Colorado in 2025. Will one be near you? Here's where the Japanese discount stores will open and when.

Daiso stores sell Japanese-inspired home goods, kitchenware, beauty, stationery, snacks and more.