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Nikkei Senior Gardens

9221 Arleta Ave

Arleta, CA 91331

106 beds • Est. 2009 (17 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.9 Good

A clean record — no citations or complaints across 7 state inspections. Last inspected in January 2025.

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Why we like it

Nikkei Senior Gardens is a 106-bed assisted living retirement community in Arleta that celebrates Japanese heritage and culture. The community offers comfortable apartments, a dining program featuring both Japanese and Western cuisine, regular housekeeping, and social and cultural activities.

Located near the San Fernando Valley Japanese American Community Center, it serves as a cultural anchor for the local Nikkei community.

  • Excellent safety record

    The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.9 out of 10 (Excellent), one of the highest scores in LA County based on state inspection data. Zero substantiated complaints across all inspections — an outstanding compliance record.

  • Japanese and Western cuisine — a genuine cultural offering

    The dining program features both Japanese and Western meals, which is rare in assisted living. For residents who grew up with Japanese food, this isn't just a nice-to-have — it's a daily quality-of-life essential that most facilities can't provide.

  • Culturally rooted in the Japanese American community

    Located blocks from the San Fernando Valley Japanese American Community Center, which has been the hub of Nikkei activities for over 40 years. Residents have access to familiar cultural programming, language, and community connections.

  • 17 years of stable operation

    Licensed since 2009, Nikkei Senior Gardens has built a solid track record serving the community. Family testimonials reflect genuine gratitude for the care and cultural sensitivity provided.

  • Arleta is a quiet, residential area

    Located in Arleta in the northeastern San Fernando Valley. While there's a shopping center and Metro bus lines nearby, it's not a walkable neighborhood with abundant dining and entertainment options.

  • Minimal website detail about services and amenities

    The Nikkei Senior Gardens website provides a warm overview but limited specifics about room types, care levels, activities, or amenities. Schedule a visit and ask for a detailed tour to understand the full scope of what's offered.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$5,900/mo
1 Bedroom$7,320/mo

Memory Care

Studio$7,830/mo

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Where you'll live

9221 Arleta Ave, Arleta, CA 91331

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Medication Management
Dining
Housekeeping
Transportation
Activities Program

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
197607606
Capacity
106 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
January 16, 2009 (17 years)
Licensee
Nikkei Senior Gardens; Cadence Sl Nikkei Llc
Administrator
Desiree Kitagawa
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(818) 899-1000
Address
9221 Arleta Ave, Arleta, CA 91331

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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