Fugetsu-Do Bakery Shop

This is not just an incredible family owned confectionery and bakery, but it's one of the best I have had - hands down. Fresh mochi is not only a delicacy, it's an art form and Fugetsu-Do delivers. We visited a few weeks back with friends from NYC and they were blown away. On the weekends, there is usually a line, but it moves quickly. My suggestion is to try as many selections as possible and don't just stick to the fruits and typical flavors - ask the staff for the fresh and flavorful tradit

Total Score: 9.100 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Reminds of Chinese drugstores in the old days. Takes me back! Also it smelled so good inside. Food: 4.75/5 Got 8 pack of mochi. So chewyyy and yummm Wow: 0.5/1 So many unique flavors and it smelled hella niceeee Total Score = 3.5*AM + 6*FOOD + 0.5*WOW

I heard a lot about this mochi shop and been wanting to go for years. I got to go twice the past month; the workers warmly welcomed customers! They were patient in explaining what flavors they had. Mochi is really soft even after a day later, I would love to come back more to support. I personally liked the mango and red bean mochi with soubena powder the most. It's about a 5-10 minute walk from the Little Tokyo station.

This is a must visit shop when visiting Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. Located across the street from Tokyo Village, this stand alone family business has been selling their mochi and manju since 1903. Master Manju maker, Brian Kito is the third generation carrying on this exquisite Japanese product line. Their store offers a wonderful selection of handmade mochi and manju. I highly recommend their Strawberry mochi, which is absolutely delicious!

I arrived at noon on a Saturday and the line wasn't too long. Service was very quick and friendly once it was my turn. Pro-tip: even if it seems like they have run out of a flavor, make sure to ask. Customers behind me asked about a couple flavors I had assumed were sold out and they did have some in the back. Doh! The mochi was delicious and not too sweet.