Shohei Ohtani broke my heart. Or rather Fugetsu Do did when they told me there's a $15 minimum to use credit card. I placed the blue Dogders-themed Sho-mochi back on the shelf, promising I'd return soon with ransom money. I never break a promise. A week later, I walked in with a $10 bill and walked out with $3.50 worth of change shuffling in my back pocket. Shohei and I are skipping town. I took the train to a stop far from covetous eyes. I devoured the 1st mochi street side, liberating smooth white chocolate ganache from its stretchy mochi enclosure. Then I ate another one. Was it worth the two trips and the odd feeling of handling paper bills? Sure, because long before Shohei, I've loved Fugetsu Do. Korey's Chocolate mochi is my all-star, named after the founder's great grandson. Years ago, Korey's dad, Brian Kito, was at the Cherry Blossom Festival in Monterey Park, demonstrating how to make mochi. He told us he created this treat because his son likes chocolate. I was hooked. I usually buy their confectionery at the local Mitsuwa or Marukai. It's inspiring, though, to see this shop in real life, standing on First St. as the oldest business still operating in Little Tokyo. Shuttered during WWII when the Kito family was incarcerated, it was rebuilt from scratch when they returned with no money or access to their equipment. The founder's son Roy and his wife Kazuko slept at the Buddist temple while he worked as a waiter to save up. With determination and community support, Fugetsu Do reopened for business in 1946. It is now a piece of living history, a testament to human hope and mochi, stretched and pounded, only to come out stronger on the other side. read more

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Yummy mochis! I can definitely say it was worth traveling to little Tokyo from our hotel for this gem of a place. I got an 8 piece box and a 12 piece box. My only regret is I came when they were actively restocking half of the mochis (like 4 trays at the same time worth). I wouldn't have mind waiting for them to restock, but the way it's set up with the long lines and crowds you kind of are pressured and rushed to order right away even if half of their selection isn't visible to get. The employees are friendly but in a "hurry up and quickly tell me what you want" way to keep the line moving. I managed to snag a couple pieces they were restocking but did feel rushed and fomo of the pieces I didn't get. It's hard to know what you want or order if you're unfamiliar with their descriptions, there's no pictures or menu, and the selections they are restocking are hidden behind a counter you can't really see. So it's not like you can point to a mochi either. It felt a bit like a random guessing game of not much communication of what they have available and them also staring at you expectedly trying to get you to hurry up and order. Not the best feeling but still very happy with the mochis I got. Just unlucky I guess with the exact timing. The mochis themselves were very delicious and I was happy with how they turned out. In fact I flew back to the Midwest with both boxes stuffed in my suitcase, and shockingly they survived the trip. I and my family were eating them and finished all of them by 3 days later, with only a slight degradation of chewiness. I'd say that's extremely impressive for maintaining of freshness. Hopefully those who visit from out of town find this review helpful and are wondering if it'll keep. I didn't put these on the fridge and kept them room temp the whole time too. Anyways, I hope you all enjoy! read more

Pretty amazing that Fugetsu-Do has withstood the test of time, surviving through WWII, multiple recessions and riots, and even the pandemic. The oldest confectionery shop makes a variety of mochi and manju daily for about $2 a piece. Unfortunately, they don't make the best gifts as they must be eaten within a couple of days. They also carry some rare candy that can't even be found in Japan anymore. During my last visit, I got a few with strawberry, blueberry and chocolate flavored red bean filling as well as LA Dodgers imprinted pancakes. Chewy goodness! They can get pretty busy during the weekends, but weekdays are a quick in and out process. The staff are patient and helpful in explaining the treats. There's no seating. It's just a grab n go shop. read more

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I always have to grab some mochi when I'm in Little Tokyo. 6 pcs was $14.50. My favorites were strawberry, dorayaki, and blueberry. The mango didn't taste like mango to me and was too sweet. $15 minimum required for credit card payment. Service was friendly and helpful. The shop is old and charming with buckets out to catch rainwater from the leaky ceiling. read more

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A must visit in Little Tokyo, Fugetsu-Do serves authentic mochi. There have so many different kinds with so many different flavors! It's an old store and you can feel all the history in it's shelves. It can get crowded since it's popular among tourists and locals alike. But the staff are used to it and move the line fairly quickly. They have prepackaged sets as well as individual mochi for sale. All the options definitely make it a little difficult to choose. But fortunately they all taste great! read more

Incredible mochi! Thankfully the small line we waited in moved fairly quickly. We grabbed a 6 piece box and had the gentleman helping us pick his favorites. They didn't disappoint. The black sesame and red bean were our favorites! read more

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Fugetsu-do is my favorite place to visit in all of Little Tokyo. It remains family owned and it has been serving mochi in this same spot since 1905. I believe their outstanding mochi shop is the keystone to all of little tokyo and it's a must visit when you are in the area. They have fruity mochi and you can sometimes get it filled with red bean. Recently, they've had a Shohei Ohtani special, where it's a blue mochi filled with white chocolate ganache. My favorite is their chocolate mochi as it's simple, chewy, sweet, and delicious. In my visit this weekend, we got this blueberry mochi that was filled with the same white chocolate ganache that was in the shohei special. If you look around their storefront, you might find some hidden gems on the shelves. I got a salted caramel kit kat bag that was not cheap; however, it's also pretty hard to find. Overall, this is a gem and a pillar in the community! read more

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This place has been around since 1903! So amazing. The oldest Japanese-American business in the country. I love stopping in when I'm in town and it's a great place to take out of towners if they like mochi and sweet treats. I got a pack of 8 today and it came in around $17. It's fun to try different flavors! The guy behind the counter was unfortunately not the friendliest, he seemed a little impatient by us asking what the flavor of each mochi was. Not our fault for wanting to know and descriptions of each not being displayed! Anyways, the mochi is soooo soft and fresh. You have to make sure to eat them relatively soon after buying them because after several days, they start to go bad. I personally like the ones with red bean in them. read more

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Fugetsu-Do is a true Little Tokyo institution and an absolute must-visit for anyone who appreciates authentic Japanese wagashi. The historic shop has a charming old-fashioned feel, and the service was friendly, welcoming, and efficient. Every mochi tasted incredibly fresh, with a soft, pillowy texture that showcased the craftsmanship behind each handmade piece. **Sho-Mochi: 5/5** One of Fugetsu-Do's signature creations, the Sho-Mochi was a true standout. The vibrant blue mochi was incredibly soft and chewy, while the silky white chocolate ganache filling delivered a rich, creamy sweetness that melted effortlessly on the palate. **Strawberry Anko Mochi: 4/5** The strawberry anko mochi featured a soft, pillowy wrapper filled with a blend of strawberry and smooth white bean paste, then topped with a hazelnut chocolate ganache that added a rich, nutty sweetness. Unfortunately, the strawberry filling tasted somewhat artificial, lacking the fresh, vibrant fruit flavor I was hoping for. **Green Tea Mochi: 5/5** My love for matcha made this an easy standout. Filled with smooth white bean paste infused with matcha, it offered a pleasant balance of earthy, slightly bittersweet notes and subtle sweetness. **Mango Mochi: 5/5** Bursting with natural mango flavor, this mochi was wonderfully refreshing from the very first taste. Its springy chew created a pleasantly airy, satisfying texture, while the gentle sweetness rounded out the bright, fruity notes. Fugetsu-Do has earned its legendary reputation through generations of exceptional craftsmanship. From the incredibly fresh mochi to the diverse selection of handcrafted flavors, every piece reflects the care and tradition that have made this shop a beloved destination for decades. Whether you're visiting Little Tokyo for the first time or returning for a nostalgic treat, it's a timeless stop that's well worth experiencing. read more

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What an amazing shop! Was on vacation in LA for a concert and had some extra time for sightseeing and scoping out awesome food stops, so we knew Fugetsu-Do had to be on the list. The shop has been open for 103 years and is certainly impressive! We got there about 10 minutes before open and were the first ones in line. The mochi was fresh, they had a huge selection, and at a good price. They also have tons of other snacks and the staff was so nice and friendly. By the time we left, there was already about a dozen people in line behind us, so definitely recommend to get there early. Ultimately, I went with a six piece with two red bean mochi, two blueberry mochi, and two strawberry mochi. All of them were very delicious, the mochi was perfectly chewy, and a good amount of filling. We will definitely be back if we're in the area! read more

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Have been my go-to for traditional mochi since the first weeks in LA! You could easily tell it's great when the store was still in old-school style, accepting card only with certain minimum purchase, yet the line consistently stayed long. Plenty of flavors offered from red bean, white bean, mugwort, soy bean, matcha, chocolate, and even peanut butter. Some of my fave would be the red and soybean, peanut butter, and kinako ones! Price was pretty affordable and nowadays they're even accessible in several Asian grocery stores! read more

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Came by after stopping by the SEGA pop-up across the street and picked up some yummy mochi. There was a line out the door but it went pretty quickly. I purchased peanut butter mochi, rainbow dango and one piece filled with red bean paste with a strawberry on top (strawberry anko). Perfect sweet treat after lunch. read more

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Maybe I'm just not a fan of traditional mochi but I thought this was just okay. I'm more of a sweets person and the fillings are more on the savory side i.e. red bean so that may be why. I am not familiar with fresh mochi so I tried asking the worker the flavors but she was a bit standoffish so I felt pretty rushed and unsure of what I was ordering. There was also a minimum to use credit card so I got more than I really wanted to be honest. I liked the blueberry and mango the most. read more

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On Friday before I caught my ride back to SD, I stopped by this quaint, no frills little shop to buy some fresh mochi & other treats. While the owners have long considered remodeling, the store is kept as is to preserve its history and to be a concrete connection to the past. At around 3:30pm, the line was long but it moved quickly. I purchased a six pack with strawberry, LA & walnut/red bean confections, PB/strawberry mochi, fruit mochi & a packet of apple tea. The young employee who assisted me was friendly and helpful. We loved the strawberry & LA mochi treats the best out of the fresh ones. The walnut red bean was okay, but it was a bit dry. The peanut butter mochi were surprisingly good as well! Overall, this shop is a great place to come for freshly made mochi & manju treats as well as a host of other packaged snacks and delicacies. Support Little Tokyo's continued success and growth by stopping by this very special store that has been in the same family since 1903! Store Hours: 8am-6pm daily Arigato! read more

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Omg I've been meaning to go to Fugetsu-Do since forever and finally made it out to Little Tokyo. The shop itself is pretty small and has the traditional mom & pop feel to it, and everyone was very friendly. Shoutout to the girl working that Saturday who answered all my questions about the different filled mochi flavors. They have a pretty decent assortment of Japanese snacks and candies, but of course come for the freshly made mochi. The texture is soooo soft and chewy unlikely the weird powdery texture of many other store bought mochi. My favorite was definitely the ichigo daifuku, although I do wish it came with a whole strawberry instead of just a small piece because the bite with strawberry was AMAZING. Second favorite is the peanut butter mochi and... I've already gone back just for those. They also sell plain komochi that you can eat fresh the same day or freeze and use later for cooking. Annnd I got some kinako mochi last weekend cause I keep going back lol. read more

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The mochi here is always soft and fresh, most of them were good. The shop is small and very cute. Some flavors I didn't like, but my family members liked most of them. Very big selection, which is nice. A lot of them tasted identical, just looked different. They were all very cute though. read more

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Been wanting to try this place! It's a small shop that sells mochi and other snacks. We got a 6 pack for $12 and there were so many different kinds to choose from that were all so cute! I love that they have specific ones for LA! These would definitely make great gifts. The mochi was so chewy and fresh and I'd definitely come back! There's a minimum of $15 to use card. Street parking. There was a line when I came in but it moves by pretty fast. read more

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Had this place bookmarked for a while as I've heard about the legacy of this fresh mochi store and finally had the time to try it! When I had arrived on a Sunday afternoon, the line was out the door and had to wait ~10 minutes. Decided to get the 6-pack option which was still $3.50/mochi. I ordered the following flavors: strawberry Anko, ichigo daifuku, rainbow dango, green tea, uguisu, and shigure. The mochi exterior itself was so soft, definitely reminded me of the ones I had in Japan. Personally, I liked the green tea filling more than the red bean but they were all really delicious and not too sweet! The price is a bit steep for just (1) but I definitely see the hype about this place. Overall, really solid mochi spot if you're looking for some when you're in Little Tokyo area. ** please note: credit card use requires minimum of $15 purchase before tax** read more

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Great Little Spot in Little Tokyo for historic mochi and sweets! My brother and I walked in and it was very cool to see a place that's been around for so long. There's lots of options to choose from and the mochi was very fresh. Cons: $20 minimum for card use so bring cash! read more

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This place has been bookmarked for a while now and I was happy that I got to finally give this place a try when I was visiting Little Tokyo. I ordered the kinako mochi, strawberry anko, and ichigo daifuku. I loved that everything was not overly sweet. Everything was fresh and super yummy. I ate the kinako mochi the next day and it was still soft. The nutty powder is my fave. I went on a Friday around lunch time and luckily there wasn't a wait. Service was quick and friendly. It's a cute little store that has the feel of really being in Tokyo with its history of being opened since 1903. Definitely worth a stop by. read more

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Will forever be one of my favorite mochi stores in LA! There's always a nice variety to choose from and I love switching up my order every time I visit. I do wish the mochi was a tad bit less sweet but nonetheless still very yummy! read more

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My family and I went to Fugetsu-do on a weekend morning after we shopped at the Little Tokyo Mall in LA. It was pretty quiet when we were there so we could take our time looking around and selecting different kinds of treats. We decided to get a bunch of their mochi to take back to Vegas, and they were all super fresh and good. They have soft and chewy textures and many flavors at Fugetsu-do, and everything we tried met those expectations. Whether you go with traditional red bean or the ones that are filled with fruits, each has a great sweet taste, and a perfect texture. The store itself has that old fashioned and quaint look! It had a small counter area to display the different kinds of mochi. It's really the kind of store you'd like to spend time deciding what flavor to buy. Also, the service was great by the team members which added to how much I enjoyed my visit! Fugetsu-Do is a place to go when you're in Little Tokyo and you have a taste for mochi or just Japanese desserts. A good place to stop by and get a few to eat right there and then or to take back home as gifts to people you know! read more

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I've been meaning to try Fugetsu-Do for the longest time. We ordered a few of their mochis to try: the green tea, pink, daifuku, kiku and the sudare. All of them were delicious and weren't too sweet either! The pink, kiku and sudare all used the same filling: the white bean paste. Our favorites were the green tea and the daifuku. The green tea in the green tea paste was strong and the red bean paste used in the daifuku was smooth and not too sweet either. This place is super popular and there was a line on a Wednesday afternoon. Service was excellent. The workers there advised to eat the daifuku within a day. The shop is on the smaller end and looked pretty old. Would definitely recommend! read more

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The mochi wasn't particularly exceptional to me. I purchased a box of a dozen along with a few other snacks, and the mochi was okay, I think this is one of those places that's considered "good" more because of its history and reputation than because the food is truly outstanding. I'd suggest stopping by for the experience and historical significance not necessarily if you're looking for the best mochi you've ever had. Unfortunately, my experience with the staff was also underwhelming. The female employee who assisted me came across as cold and unfriendly, which didn't make for a very welcoming visit. read more

The best mochi in LA! There is a reason they've been around for so long. My favorite is the mango. read more

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I was passing through Little Tokyo and found street parking on First Street, so of course I had to stop by Fugetsu-do! This little shop has pillowy mochi with yummy filling that is not too sweet! I bought a prepackaged 4 pack. Pro tip-they sometimes have day old mochi (indicated with a check mark) for 50% off! I was fortunate to snag a box. I feel that there is really no difference between the day olds and the regular. They are all good, but my favorite is the pink with the white bean paste. There was a line but service was quick. The shop is charming but can get crowded, which makes it a bit hard to maneuver, even to pay. Love this place! read more

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So good!!!! Short line when we visited on Saturday around 1pm. Credit card for purchases above $15, otherwise cash only (not a problem, just buy more obviously). I chose a variety of filled mochi (enjoyed the mung bean filling), but the plain mochi with no filling (pink, green, white) was kinda superior. Just great flavor, amazing texture, and no filling in the way. For the filled mochi w a glaze, def eat within 2-3 days (mine got little speckles of mold very sad). A must when in Little Tokyo. read more

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I've visited Fugetsu-Do a few times over the years. It's the oldest Japanese mochi confectionery in the U.S., established in 1903, and there's something special about walking into a place with that much history. This visit, though, felt off. I was selecting an assortment from the case, and most of the items were labeled only with Japanese names. I started asking the employee helping me what the flavors were, and she seemed visibly annoyed. She told me she couldn't go through all of them but could point out a few. That response honestly caught me off guard. If customers can't easily understand the flavors, there should at least be English descriptions available. What made it more frustrating was that the gentleman helping my friend ahead of me was warm and pleasant -- no issue there at all. Unfortunately, the experience didn't improve once we got home. Several of the mochi had a noticeable seaweed smell. My husband actually spit his out because he thought it tasted fishy. My friend noticed the same thing with hers. I respect the history and legacy of this place -- it's iconic for a reason. But customer service matters, and quality control matters. read more

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Obsessed with their mochi!! I love the chocolate mochi and the fruit flavored mochi. I'm not the biggest fan of the bean paste filled mochi, but I do love how cute and pretty they all look. Coming to this location is nice to see all the different kinds of mochi they have, but it's not as convenient for me to go to LA. So whenever I'm at Tokyo Central or any other market that sells Fugetsu-Do's mochi I try to grab a box :) read more

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Hadn't been here since I lived in LA. Came on a Sunday night, and it seems a lot more popular now. The story was very busy. Prices are of course higher now, with the prepackaged boxes a little over $6 each Apart from that, seemed pretty similar to what I remember. They had my standard orders right at the entrance (chocolate and peanut butter strawberry). Being in little tokyo, parking is a little annoying. I don't think the mochi is significantly better than what you can get elsewhere, but the nice thing is that they have a fairly large variety, including some more unique items. read more

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Long line, no easy or free parking, and nothing in the store that you can't find elsewhere like Nijiya, Mitsuwa, or Tokyo Central. The wait time is minimal even with the snaking line coming out and wrapped around the corner. Is it worth it? Maybe going once for the experience. I went because my mom really wanted to check them out and see. Like I mentioned earlier, everything sold here is easily accessible elsewhere. The 6-, 12, or 24pk pick your own anko stuffed daifuku is unique here but they don't taste particularly great or extraordinary. Just overall a very disappointing experience. read more

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Note: there's a $15 minimum for credit card use I was looking for a quick afternoon bite in Little Tokyo and Fugetsu-Do fit the bill perfectly. It was empty when I stopped by Thursday around 4 pm. The store is part bakery and part convenience store, as they sell lots of different Japanese candies and snacks. It was my first time here so I felt a bit overwhelmed by all the mochi options, but I asked for recommendations from the employee and ended up getting 3 mochi to try: uguisu - topped with soybean powder with red bean paste filling strawberry anko mango mochi I'm generally not a huge mochi person so I can't say I loved them, but they were pretty good for mochi. The mochi was very soft and chewy, just like it should be. I liked the first two with filling the most and was a bit disappointed the mango mochi didn't have any filling. It's a small shop with no seating. I stood on the sidewalk outside the store to try the mochi, but it would've been nice if there was at least a bench outside. Would recommend giving this place a try if you're in Little Tokyo! read more

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Best mochi in the entire LA county! My daughter and I love their peanut butter mochi the most. Before dinner, boy, there was a looong line so we decided to go back after dinner but they closed the register already after we walked out, the guy that was working that came out of the store and looked for us and offered us free mochi you guys don't know how much you've made our day, especially my daughter's! She was not a meat eater when she was a toddler and you guys' peanut butter mochi provided some of the protein in her diet. It always feels so nostalgic walking into the store, same yummy mochi and warm people all these years. read more

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A must if you're visiting Little Tokyo for the first time or if you're a fan of any of the mochi that they have at the Japanese markets here, they're all (or at least most of them are) imported in from Fugetsu-Do. There are times where there will be a line outside and you have to wait your turn to get in since the shop is quite narrow. They have prepackaged multi mochi/daifuku sets, savory snacks, you can order each one individually and they pack it for you beautifully or you can order based on the boxes that they have, great for gifts. There's also packaged snacks and goods, similar to what you can get in the markets, as well as some candies and savory snacks as well. I'm a big fan of their peanut butter, chocolate, and strawberry mochi, as well as their fresh strawberry daifuku with red bean filling. Since watching Higurashi as a child, I also really love Ohagi which is a red bean paste outside with sticky rice on the inside. Other musts are the Kurimanju (big Chiikawa enjoyer aside, it's a baked pastry with white bean and chestnut) and their chofu which is a pancake wrapped slice of mochi. Everything is fresh and has the perfect chewy texture, not too sweet either and goes great with some tea. PS. Check the little picture they have of the squirrel with mochi. Super cute! read more

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This place is an institution and my love for mochi always brings me back here. We've been coming here for decades and always love stopping by when we're in the area to get a treat to enjoy while walking Little Tokyo and to take home. This last trip, we picked up a mixed dozen and everything was so soft, fresh and delicious! Our go-to's are: -Strawberry Daifuku -Strawberry Anko -Peanut Butter Mochi -Kiku Mochi -Rainbow Dango You pretty much can't go wrong with anything you get! Everyone is so nice here and we can't get enough of their yummy mochi! Lots of memories for me, my family and now our kids. Can't wait until we're back in the area again to load up on some more treats! read more

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One of my go-to spots for delicious, pretty, and authentic mochi in LA/SoCal! This most recent time I went, I picked up a pack of 6 mochis for a gift for around $13. I was able to pick and choose each mochi type I wanted. I like how they have new mochis to choose from such as this blueberry mochi I saw. They tend to be pretty fragile, so make sure to handle them with extra care! The mochis are soft and flavorful. A great sweet treat/snack. Cash is preferred (they upcharge if you use card for a price under a certain limit). It's also really cool to know about the history of this place. It's LA's oldest Japanese confectionary and has withstood time even during the Japanese internment camp era. I would recommend this spot to anyone visiting LA and Little Tokyo. read more

A small store with lines out the door that remind me of popular small businesses in Asia? Yes, sign me up. After making it through the line (~ 5 mins), my friends and I finally saw the mochi that were available. Mochi ice cream is popular, but these mochi aren't really cold. However, they did have a variety of rare flavors (eg Sakura) and the variety that I did try... all were amazing and the perfect amount of "not too sweet." They say to be be loved is to be understood, and Fugetsu-Do do really get what its visitors want! Will I be back? Yes. Will I bring cash next time? Yes. (Cash only unless $15+, and it's ~ $2 each) read more

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If you want to try mochi in its rightful form, this is the place. This spot has been around forever and I've never actually had this many types of mochi before. I usually just grab mochi from the Asian grocery store, but this is a completely different experience. There's a big variety, and shoutout to the staff for being super patient because I had to ask what basically everything was. They were really nice about it, which I appreciated. Just a heads up, this isn't a sit-down spot. You order and go. I ordered six different pieces and the price felt reasonable for what it is. So far I've tried a few. Some are sweeter than others. The green bean one was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the rest were great. Overall, it's a unique Little Tokyo experience and definitely worth trying if you're already in the area. read more

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The best Japanese sweets spot you can get! The line could get really long during peak times but everything is so worth it. They offer different sizes of boxes and you can customize your own selections into each box. My all-time favorite is the strawberry with red bean paste. Do be mindful they have a minimum $15 for credit cards. read more

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For historical purposes, it's worth a visit as they've been making mochi since the early 1900s. Select individual flavors or purchase a prefilled variety box. I tried the variety box, but really only enjoyed the blueberry (best) and strawberry filled flavors. That being said, the texture was fantastic and this felt like quality mochi. Fun to try. read more

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