At a time when many major grocery chains are closing, a select few are expanding. Among that latter category is Uwajimaya, a Seattle-based market known for its inventory of Asian ingredients and fresh seafood. Uwajimaya will soon open a new branch in Issaquah, in the former Rite Aid space in Town & Country Square.
“We’ve been at a number of areas where we think there’s growth and opportunity,” said CEO Denise Moriguchi.
Now in its 98th year, Uwajimaya is also opening a location in Tacoma. When that opens, it will bring Uwajimaya’s store total to six…